Inked Mag Staff
August 6th, 2015
Yin and Yang Tattoos
In Chinese philosophy the yin and yang represent how seemingly opposite forces are in fact complementary. By realizing that everything in the world is connected in one way or another,…
In Chinese philosophy the yin and yang represent how seemingly opposite forces are in fact complementary. By realizing that everything in the world is connected in one way or another, you will start to approach life differently. In other words, it’s a philosophy that is perfect to carry with you as a tattoo. Looking down at a yin and yang, especially a creative one, will help you put things into perspective. We’ve collected some of our favorite takes on the ancient symbol in the gallery below.
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