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Giannawannabe
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It’s not really my cup of tea to see a man with an earring, but it’s okay, I guess. What really bothers me are the 6-year-old boys with earrings.
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jimmy
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Piusx said:
I have never seen that except on the Michael Savage website. Right above the pictures he says “Liberalism is a mental disorder”. It is pretty sick.
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jimmy
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Piusx said:
hahahaha
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jimmy
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That is my thinking too. It is associated with being feminine.I voted no…
Whenever I see a male w/ an earing I find myself checking to see which ear it’s on then I start to wonder…
Why would a “real man” want to even think of wearing somthing that is equated w/ being feminine??? Maybe I’m “rash judging” or… just too getting old…
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Celia
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Umm, I think it’s pretty common for guys to have their ears pierced now. I used to pierce ears at my old job, guys were in practically as much as the girls. By the way, it seems to be the mentality that if a guy has a piercing in the left ear, he’s straight. Right, it’s the other way around. Both, is kinda up for grabs cause I know a lot of very straight men with those little gold hoops in both ears, so who knows…
I personally don’t find anything wrong with it…now people that take it out of hand like someone else mentioned…that’s a little gross.
just my opinion
I personally don’t find anything wrong with it…now people that take it out of hand like someone else mentioned…that’s a little gross.
just my opinion
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jjwilkman
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to talk about unattractive, women with earings in their tongue to me are a total turnoff. i’m not crazy about women with tattoos, actually not men either. what would i want on my body for the rest of my life? men with nipple rings is gross.
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rayne89
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I picked other because I think there’s no problem but I’m not a man and I do wear earrings - no pole choice for me.
When I was dating my husband in highschool, I thought guys having an ear pierced was cool. (At that time a guy only got one ear pierced.) I guess to impress me hubby got his ear pierced one day when we were at the mall together. When his dad spotted it he promptly kicked him out of the house. Hubby actually lived in his car for 3 weeks (while still going to school and work) until the earring hole had set so he could take it out when his dad was around and wear it when he wasn’t.
Now hubby is 33 and it has to be more than 5 years since he’s actually wore an earring in that hole.
When I was dating my husband in highschool, I thought guys having an ear pierced was cool. (At that time a guy only got one ear pierced.) I guess to impress me hubby got his ear pierced one day when we were at the mall together. When his dad spotted it he promptly kicked him out of the house. Hubby actually lived in his car for 3 weeks (while still going to school and work) until the earring hole had set so he could take it out when his dad was around and wear it when he wasn’t.
Now hubby is 33 and it has to be more than 5 years since he’s actually wore an earring in that hole.
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Catholic_Dude
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The tongue one is one that has always confused me. Dont they realize that they could have nerve damage on their tongue? That they could lose control of their tongue and/or taste? It is really sad when I see that picture, there is so many helth risks I dont know where to start.
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ThornGenX
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I am female and do not have my ears or any other part of me pierced. Earrings for men do not bother me at all and I think it’s their choice. I do kind of look to see which ear they wear the earrings in (more and more have earrings in both ears), but that means less and less. I do not plan on having any of my body parts pierced again (I did once have earrings, but not anymore and the holes have long closed off).
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martino
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I agree with everything Siamesecat said, except the part about being a girl!
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MaryB23
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I think this is a very good point. A lot of people see nothing wrong with men having pierced ears (or tattoos or other body piercings, etc.) because it’s their body and whatever floats their boat. However, I think that since it tends to be looked on as a sign of rebellion in our society (especially from the point of view of older people like my parents who think it’s disgusting when a man gets his ear(s) pierced) I think it hurts people in the long run when they do try to get a job, start a career and all that other good stuff. Right or wrong, the stigma is there and I’m guessing it won’t go away any time in the near future. Maybe when people from my generation (I’m 31) start calling more of the shots in the corporate world it won’t be an issue since they will have grown up with it.
Personally, I don’t like men with their ear(s) pierced. I don’t really like tattoos either. Maybe I’m biased because I’ve never really done anything very rebellious (even during my teen years) but I really don’t see the appeal.
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Rand_Al_Thor
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that’s ridiculous. just because someone has an earring you would hire someone else?
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Lisa_N
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Same sentiments here. I do NOT think it’s very masculine. At one point the single earring was supposedly to denote homosexuality and available. I suspect that’s not the case anymore but I figure if you aren’t Captain Cook and not looking for business, what’s the point?
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Catholic Dude:
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GRRRRRROSSSSS! There is nothing more disgusting, not to mention the person invariably spits and sprays when speaking. Not that you can understand them either. Blech! THen get into the potential risks like introducing bacteria into your bloodstream, cracking your teeth, etc. Tell me it’s worth it. And if you aren’t an Angus bull, stow the nose rings as well.
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vern_humphrey
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Lisa N:
A couple of weeks back I went to confession. After doing penance, I was walking down the hall and stopped dead – there was a woman, about 45 or 50 with a low-cut dress and on her wrinkled and drooping bosom was what once must have seemed a cute tatoo.
Back to the confessional.http://forums.catholic-questions.org/images/icons/icon11.gif
Go talk to a dentist about tongue piercings – most people break teeth with that dumbell in their tongue.
A couple of weeks back I went to confession. After doing penance, I was walking down the hall and stopped dead – there was a woman, about 45 or 50 with a low-cut dress and on her wrinkled and drooping bosom was what once must have seemed a cute tatoo.
Back to the confessional.http://forums.catholic-questions.org/images/icons/icon11.gif
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Stephen_Butler
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I’ve enjoyed this thread. Perhaps I could be of assistance.
I would say there are two types of piercings for men. One, simple earrings, one or both, put in identically to women. Usually, this is done for no other reason than to be ornamental. Looks cool or whatever.
The second type are men who pierce their ears or other body locations for reasons of self-expression. Often the piercings are not simple, they are stretched out in more of an African tribal fashion. Myself, just for reference, I keep a small wooden peg in one ear which looks to a casual observer just like a normal earring, and I have two other piercings in my body (No, not a Prince Albert). The statement and reasons vary quite a bit, but to simplify it, what these types of piercings say is that “I choose to not always follow the rules.” For me, I put them in at a certain stage of my life. Now, I keep them as more of a reminder of where I was.
Is it morally wrong? I don’t believe so. I am never in favor of calling something sinful only because it strikes you as unusual. That’s a road that leads to a great many dark places. But what do I know really?
Can it keep you from getting a job or invoke other prejudice? Absolutely. So, as a successful executive, why do I keep them in? It’s simple really. Earlier in this thread one gentleman stated he would not hire a man who had them if he had another option. When I look at that, I say to myself, “Would I really belong and fit in well to a work environment like that?” Honestly, I would rather not get the job, and we can be friendly and civil, and I’ll move on to a work place where my personality will be a much better fit.
Are piercings unhealthy? Not really. They are no more dangerous than pierced ears are for girls. Tongue piercings are actually less prone to become infected after getting them than other areas. Navel piercings are the ones which are actually more prone than any other to cause health problems. Occasionally, someone will bite down on a tongue piercing and chip their teeth. It happens but is far from universal.
Do I recommend piercings for children? Simple earrings? Sure, they are a harmless fad and easy enough to dispense with. They will be largely overlooked as a youthful whim. Other piercings? Navel piercings are becoming extremely common for girls, so I see them as much the same. For other piercings, I say no. I do not recommend this for children. You should completely understand the choice you are making and its consequences (How you will be seen, the prejudice, the impact to your social life, the women you will date, the people you will be able to associate with, and the people you will not … ) before walking down this road that I have chosen. I do not consider children to be mature enough to make this decision. But that’s just my opinion, and everyone is entitled to one of those …
Finally, does the choice of one earring or two, and which ear indicate homosexuality? For a fairly brief period of time it did. It no longer does. Honestly, no one cares anymore. I only have one ear pierced, my right, and I chose that to be on the opposite side of my body from another piercing.
Take that for what you will. I sincerely hope it was helpful.
I would say there are two types of piercings for men. One, simple earrings, one or both, put in identically to women. Usually, this is done for no other reason than to be ornamental. Looks cool or whatever.
The second type are men who pierce their ears or other body locations for reasons of self-expression. Often the piercings are not simple, they are stretched out in more of an African tribal fashion. Myself, just for reference, I keep a small wooden peg in one ear which looks to a casual observer just like a normal earring, and I have two other piercings in my body (No, not a Prince Albert). The statement and reasons vary quite a bit, but to simplify it, what these types of piercings say is that “I choose to not always follow the rules.” For me, I put them in at a certain stage of my life. Now, I keep them as more of a reminder of where I was.
Is it morally wrong? I don’t believe so. I am never in favor of calling something sinful only because it strikes you as unusual. That’s a road that leads to a great many dark places. But what do I know really?
Can it keep you from getting a job or invoke other prejudice? Absolutely. So, as a successful executive, why do I keep them in? It’s simple really. Earlier in this thread one gentleman stated he would not hire a man who had them if he had another option. When I look at that, I say to myself, “Would I really belong and fit in well to a work environment like that?” Honestly, I would rather not get the job, and we can be friendly and civil, and I’ll move on to a work place where my personality will be a much better fit.
Are piercings unhealthy? Not really. They are no more dangerous than pierced ears are for girls. Tongue piercings are actually less prone to become infected after getting them than other areas. Navel piercings are the ones which are actually more prone than any other to cause health problems. Occasionally, someone will bite down on a tongue piercing and chip their teeth. It happens but is far from universal.
Do I recommend piercings for children? Simple earrings? Sure, they are a harmless fad and easy enough to dispense with. They will be largely overlooked as a youthful whim. Other piercings? Navel piercings are becoming extremely common for girls, so I see them as much the same. For other piercings, I say no. I do not recommend this for children. You should completely understand the choice you are making and its consequences (How you will be seen, the prejudice, the impact to your social life, the women you will date, the people you will be able to associate with, and the people you will not … ) before walking down this road that I have chosen. I do not consider children to be mature enough to make this decision. But that’s just my opinion, and everyone is entitled to one of those …
Finally, does the choice of one earring or two, and which ear indicate homosexuality? For a fairly brief period of time it did. It no longer does. Honestly, no one cares anymore. I only have one ear pierced, my right, and I chose that to be on the opposite side of my body from another piercing.
Take that for what you will. I sincerely hope it was helpful.
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Lisa_N
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Stephen Butler:
As to belly button rings, they honestly make me nauseous to look at them. I’m not squeamish about most things but for some reason that and other ahem upper and lower piercings totally creep me out.
Lisa N (pierced ears are plenty for me)
Stephen are you a dentist? Because if you are, you are the ONLY dentist who claims tongue piercings are no more dangerous than ear piercing. The tongue has an extensive vascular system. The earlobe does not. It is much easier and more likely that bacteria will invade the pierced tongue than the pierced ear. The tongue is quite thick and healing is much longer and there is always more of a risk of infection because there is a lot more bacteria in the mouth than on the earlobes. This is just plain not a healthy practice, as well as IMO being totally repulsive when someone about gives you a shower as you speak to them. Not to mention they sound like they have a mouthful of oatmeal. Also you don’t have to bite down on the stud to crack your teeth. Just the tongue hitting the teeth will cause cracks. You might think your piercings are attractive and to each his own. But some piercings are just not that healthy.
As to belly button rings, they honestly make me nauseous to look at them. I’m not squeamish about most things but for some reason that and other ahem upper and lower piercings totally creep me out.
Lisa N (pierced ears are plenty for me)
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Celia
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I think there are more health risks involved in a tongue ring, but I just want to point out that I have several friends with tongue rings, including one of my best friends since kindergarten, and I promise you that I understand her perfectly and she has never spit on me. Nor have I ever witnessed anyone with a tongue ring drool on themselves. In fact, you barely notice her ring unless she laughs and her mouth is open or she sticks her tongue out at you. 
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Curious
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I’m totally fine with earrings for men - some can even make it look pretty nifty.
Several years ago I wanted to branch out in my piercings and pierce my nose or lip or something but my mom put up a pretty big resistance, so I contented myself to pierce one ear about a thousand times and left only 2 in the other hole. I liked it. I didn’t do it to be all rebellious against society. I simply liked the way it looked. And then I got tired of it and took em out. I suspect (and I could be wrong) that many people do thing to their appearance that amuses them, or makes them look different, tire of it, and stop.
No…there are far FAR worse problems to worry about then if a man has an earring or two in their ear.
Several years ago I wanted to branch out in my piercings and pierce my nose or lip or something but my mom put up a pretty big resistance, so I contented myself to pierce one ear about a thousand times and left only 2 in the other hole. I liked it. I didn’t do it to be all rebellious against society. I simply liked the way it looked. And then I got tired of it and took em out. I suspect (and I could be wrong) that many people do thing to their appearance that amuses them, or makes them look different, tire of it, and stop.
No…there are far FAR worse problems to worry about then if a man has an earring or two in their ear.
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Lisa_N
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I was speaking of a metal stud, not a ring. Although frankly that sounds disgusting too.I think there are more health risks involved in a tongue ring, but I just want to point out that I have several friends with tongue rings, including one of my best friends since kindergarten, and I promise you that I understand her perfectly and she has never spit on me. Nor have I ever witnessed anyone with a tongue ring drool on themselves. In fact, you barely notice her ring unless she laughs and her mouth is open or she sticks her tongue out at you.
Lisa N (obviously not a fan of holes in one’s head)
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