Think aloud
People are getting mental health tattoos as a coping mechanism and a reminder of the many battles they’ve been through. And honestly, we believe it’s a great way to heal your wounds and keep on fighting.
On those days when your dark thoughts overtake you and you don’t feel like yourself, a simple glance at your new ink could give you the strength to keep on moving. To help you on your journey, we’ve gathered some of the best ink ideas that will be your support on the road to recovery.
1. Mental health struggles
This fine-line design perfectly describes the way you feel when you’re struggling with mental health. The added semicolon on the book is a symbol of mental health awareness and suits the idea perfectly.
2. Dose of serotonin
Sometimes, we all need a dose of serotonin to take us out of the spiraling thoughts that never seem to end. This tattoo can easily become your boost of happiness and will remind you that giving up isn’t an option.
3. Butterflies and a quote
Butterflies are often seen as symbols of change and growth, so they’re a great option when you’re looking for a tattoo that highlights the importance of mental health. The added quote makes this design even better and a great thing about it is that you can opt for a saying that makes you happy, and that way, personalize your new tattoo.
4. “You’re still whole”
Some days, you’ll probably feel like a part of you is missing. You’ll feel lost and abandoned but what you need to know is that even then, you’re a whole person. So just keep on breathing as you’re doing great even if you doubt yourself.
5. Break free and grow
This tattoo highlights the importance of breaking free from the chains you’ve put on yourself. You’ll grow as a person as soon as you stop limiting yourself.
6. Hold my hand
If you’re struggling with mental health, you’re well aware that sometimes, you just need someone to hold your hand and be there for you. You don’t need them to talk or give you advice; their presence is good enough. Well, this tattoo shows exactly that.
7. Semicolon
As we’ve already mentioned, a semicolon is a symbol of mental health awareness and suicide. It’s used because your story didn’t end but instead, you decided to start a new chapter of it.
8. “Enough”
How come such a simple statement has such a powerful meaning? This minimalistic tattoo will become your reminder that you’re enough just the way you are and that’s all you need to keep in mind.
9. Happy pills
You shouldn’t be ashamed of the medicine that gives you the strength to get out of bed each day. Instead, you should be proud that you did what’s best for you and asked for help. This tattoo celebrates that small victory in such a great way.
10. “Keep going”
On those days when you don’t have anyone to tell you to keep going, just look at your tattoo and find your motivation there. It may seem insignificant to some but only those who struggle with mental health know how important this simple statement is.
11. Let your flowers flourish
Even the prettiest flowers wilt down and die if you don’t take care of them. So, treat your body and mind like a garden, and don’t forget to water them. Take care of yourself because you deserve it.
12. Save your mental health
This tattoo symbolizes the importance of taking care of your mental health. You’re surrounded by all these demons who want to hurt you but as long as you know how to protect yourself, everything will be okay.
13. “My story isn’t over”
This is another semicolon tattoo but what makes it special is the bright colors. It literally tells that your story isn’t over. Despite all the battles you’ve been through, you’re still standing with your head high up.
14. Handle with care
We take care of others, water the flowers so they don’t wilt down, and hold the fragile things gently so we don’t break them. Yet, we forget to treat ourselves with the same kindness. This tattoo is there to remind you that your mind is a fragile thing and that you have to handle it with care. It’s such a beautiful message!
15. The mind of an overthinker
This tattoo is a visual representation of the mind of an overthinker. If you asked one to draw you the way he or she feels, the final sketch would probably look something like this.
16. “Self-love”
This is another inspirational tattoo that’s meant to remind you just how important it is to love yourself. If you don’t love yourself then how can you expect others to love you? Think about it!
17. “It’s okay to not be okay”
We all have our bad days but that doesn’t make us weak. It only makes us human! This is your sign to stop thinking that you’re a bad person just because of some negative thoughts that have been going through your heaf. Everything should be okay as long as you know that days like that don’t define you.
18. “Small talk saves lives”
This is such a simple statement that holds so much truth. Even a simple compliment from a stranger could be the reason for someone to change their mind and not end their life. Small talk definitely saves lives and your new tattoo is there to remind others of that.
19. “One step at a time”
If you’re recovering from mental health issues, you probably experience the need to feel your best as soon as possible. But honestly, that’s not how recovery works. Taking one step at a time is more than enough and it ensures you’re making actual progress.
20. Mind out of order
It would be great if we could all turn off our minds for a moment and just enjoy those minutes when our thoughts aren’t running wild. This tattoo points that out in a funny way and by using bright colors.
