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One of my secret pleasures (and feel free to chime in if you’re a geek like me) is looking through various colorful guides and infographics, from what plants are edible in forests to hypothetical explanations on how best to survive the zombie Apocalypse that 2020 promised but never delivered.

The multi-million-member ‘Cool Guides’ community on Reddit is the prime place to go to for (yup, you guessed it!) cool guides. From aesthetically pleasing and very informative ones to quirky and funny ones, you’ll find a bit of everything to keep those noggins of yours learning and yearning for more, dear Pandas.

Bored Panda had a lovely chat with redditor Dadschool, who founded the r/coolguides subreddit way back in 2014 and is still its head moderator to this very day. Having started the sub with no real expectations of forming a community around it, he filled a niche on Reddit that had been empty. "I had a bit of a compulsive habit of saving every guide I came across on Reddit with the idea that I'd somehow reference it when I needed it later. There weren't really any subs for general guides so I made one and uploaded all my guides at once. I think a lot of people have a similar affection for bitesize trivia and hoarding generalist knowledge." You'll find the rest of our interview with the founder below.

Upvote your fave guides as you scroll on down, drop us a comment with your thoughts below, and go and join the r/coolguides subreddit if it’s right up your alley. But a quick note of warning before we begin: this is a community mostly for guides; infographics are in a bit of a grey area.

#1

Inequality V. Equality V. Equity V. Justice

Inequality V. Equality V. Equity V. Justice

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Hand Sign Guide For Loud Bars

Hand Sign Guide For Loud Bars

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Birgit M
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a good idea, but the fourth sign will be confusing in a Heavy Metal Club.

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The founder, Dadschool, was very humble about his role in expanding the community. "I can say it is only able to be this size because moderators like @etymologynerd and @robinsparkles18 are as active as they are, and the time they take out of their day to check in," he praised his colleagues. With a leader so supportive, no wonder that the mod r/coolguides mod team stands shoulder to shoulder, come hell or high water.

"The unique thing about Reddit is that subreddits really are independent and are autonomously moderated communities. I think our subscriber ranking is something like 190 across all of Reddit and it's not like there's monetization options after you break 200 or conversations with Reddit corporate. We're the same mod team we were a few years ago, excited that we broke 100k, and checking Reddit throughout the day to make sure no one uploaded the same damn apple guide uploaded 100 times that week," the founder claimed that things are still pretty much as they've always been.

#4

Recognizing A Mentally Abused Brain

Recognizing A Mentally Abused Brain

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How To Get A Scientific Paper For Free

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How Paint Can Change A Room

How Paint Can Change A Room

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Dadschool revealed that the biggest challenge that he and the other moderators face is reacting in time to remove hateful and troll guides as soon as humanly possible. However, that's not always possible because they all have day jobs; moderating is something that they do during their spare time. "We all are working professionals so it's easy for something to slip by and stay out there for way longer than it should and that's always a total bummer—a total lose/lose for the community."

#8

How Masks And Social Distancing Works

How Masks And Social Distancing Works

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Nowadays, the founder of r/coolguides is a tad more lax about infographics than when he first founded the subreddit. These days, he's more keen to let the community decide what direction it wants to go via upvotes and engagement. He trusts the community. "I see the moderator role as more akin to a landscaper: pruning [troll] posts, removing harmful posts, and moderating for content diversity. Subscribers are much better judges of content quality and validity than moderators and I think it's important to trust them in that role." He added (and this is a feeling that I completely agree with): "I will admit, however, that the majority of guides I enjoy most myself rarely break 50/100 upvotes."

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#11

Just A Little Something For The Upcoming Holiday Season

Just A Little Something For The Upcoming Holiday Season

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A Restaurant Guide For How You Want Your Steak Cooked

A Restaurant Guide For How You Want Your Steak Cooked

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Foxxy (The Original)
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How about let people eat steak how they like it. The chef can shove the rare steak where the sun don’t shine.

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For those of you Pandas who are raring to post a guide on r/coolguides, head moderator Dadschool is all for it: "Go for it!" Just remember to avoid reposts, so have a look through the newest posts. "We do try to maintain some content diversity, so don't upload all ten of your favorite ab workout guides at once. If you have the source, be a buddy and list that too in the comments or title to give credit where it's due!" he gave some advice for newcomers.

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Paper Snowflakes

Paper Snowflakes

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troufaki13
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm so bad at crafting, mine would probably end up being just confetti :/

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I Liked This One

I Liked This One

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Ozacoter
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The niqab and the burka should not be legal in our society. First because the face is the way of conveying emotions and covering it it’s dehumanising but specially for security. The other veils should be all legal for adults but not for kids since they cannot consent to them. I am heartbroken each time that I see a 8yo covered like if she needs to be hidden while her brothers run around freely.

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Animals With Misleading Names

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The University of Bath has some excellent advice on how to create a proper guide that’s useful for your readers. Yes, it's a guide for creating guides: we're officially in meta-territory now.

They suggest that you address the reader directly, rather than in the third person (i.e. ‘you Pandas should upvote this awesome article’ instead of ‘Pandas may upvote this absolutely amazing article at the very bottom of the page’). 

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Different Shades Of Light

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good office lighting has a function to simluate daylight. Very warm with the early morning, going towards natural through the day, then back to normal in the evening. If you get good LED drivers, you can drive RGBW LED stripes like this.

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What’s more, you should aim to write concisely. Plainly. Simply. Structure and break up the content to make it easier to read. Give your guide some flow and make it easy for the reader to understand what’s what.

Meanwhile, some of the things that you should avoid are incredibly technical terms in the title and headings. Also, omit useless words and info. Less. Is. More. (Unless you absolutely have to add in those extra words for whatever unavoidable reasons.)

#19

How Untreated Adhd Causes And Traps You In Depression

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#20

The History Of Confederate Flags.

The History Of Confederate Flags.

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Raven Sheridan
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the age of cancel culture, I'm astonished that nobody's gotten to the Dukes of Hazard yet. 🤔

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How To Treat People With Dementia

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The ‘Cool Guides’ subreddit celebrated its 7th birthday, a magical milestone if there ever was one, just over a week ago on March 20.

Since having been founded in 2014, the community now has nearly 2.1 million members and continues to grow. Despite the vast number of members, the team of moderators remains compact, numbering at just 5 (as far as we can tell from their page on Reddit—there may be more who choose to remain more mysterious and secretive).

#22

Cool Guide Of Words You Can Use Instead Of Very

Cool Guide Of Words You Can Use Instead Of Very

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Tattoo Pain Chart

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ADHORTATOR
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I never wanted a tattoo, but this chart would be very helpful!

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Max
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have a tattoo in one of the blue spots and I can confirm that it's more of a sensation than pain. I'm also diabetic and have to do fingerprick blood tests, and from that I can tell you a needle or lancet hitting bone hurts like a ************. Go for the fleshy bits.

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Rod Egret
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is completely wrong. I have a complete leg and some areas in the inner thigh where totally painless while some areas on my forearms made me cry in pain. Some areas are obviously generally more sensitive but it's far from being a map like that.

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Seth Nowling
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Agree! Most of my tattoos are in the blue areas and weren't too bad. Where I disagree is the one on the inside of my upper arm wasn't bad but the one I got on the inside of my forearm might have been the most painful one I've gotten! Also the back across the edge of the shoulder blade was more than a blue level of pain.

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Foxxy (The Original)
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have heard from a few people that near the armpit is excruciating. One of our friends fainted and he has an extremely high pain threshold and had many tattoos.

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Falcon
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Uea, I was about to say. I doubt the armpits are yellow, should be red, since I've been told it's painful af.

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Emma B
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This chart is very inaccurate. All tattoos/placements really depend on the person/artist. I have half of my body covered and mine are almost opposite of this chart haha.

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Laura Buckner
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Exactly! I get this is about nerves, tissue and skin sensitivity: but don’t let this chart fool you, there are always other factors! Artist is definitely one of them.

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Andrew Gibb
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tattoos don't hurt people with more padding as much as those whose bones are nearer the surface.

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BluEyedSeoulite
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I dunno, I had a tattoo on my foot, no fat there, didn't really hurt. I have another one on my lower abdomen and the part that hurt the most was on my fat

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ZombieGirl
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate charts like this, lol. I get people asking almost every day when they are messaging me about tattoos, if it will hurt or where is the least painful spot. I have to tell them every time that pain is different for everyone no matter where you get it done. I don't understand how people don't know that already.

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Aunt Messy
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For wimps like me (and my entire back is covered), doctors will prescribe EMLA cream. It numbs the skin and does NOT change the texture for the artist like caffeine based pain relievers do. It took 9 3 hour sessions to do my back. That's about as much as I can take at a time.

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Thorfin Wolfsbane
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good to know an eyeball tattoo would be relatively less painful than I thought!

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RoseTheMad
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

15 tattoo's in, can confirm, but I'd say the inner part of your arm is more painful than the outer part, too. But that's just me. Everyone has different pain thresholds, but I'd say this is still a good guide.

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Jenn Pinnau
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All my tattoos are either in the orange or red zone... And I didn't feel a lot of pain there. So, this chart might be misleading

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Plant Lover
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm fairly covered in tattoos and the spots that really got me were the inner upper arm, below the armpit and also the elbow - nearly had me in tears they were so painful

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Shauna Voigt
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wanted to pass out getting mine in the crook of my elbow. Also the top of your feet is horrible.

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Fus
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Have quite a few in the "red" zone. And, yes, it is painful. However, for me, there is more pain when I can NOT watch the artist. So, the ones on the "blue" part of my back where more painful than the ones on my shins.

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Sergio Bicerra
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my case, the inner part of my bicep took me a lot of strength not to move because of the pain. In the other hand, the one on the back of my nech didn't make me flinch.

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Lena Aluos
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have two on my wrists and want one on one of my fingers. So I guess I'm fine!

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Eslamala
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The spine and back of the neck don't hurt at all, though.

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Melissa TO
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes! My spine, back and neck were fine. My calves were probably the most painful.

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Dawn Ours
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Head Tat's are not painful. Above the ear and across the cap- nope not should be blue. Behind the ear IS painful as the radial nerve is there. Any pain you feel in your scalp is because you happen to have a tender scalp. If hair pulling doesn't bother you chances are you don't have a tender scalp response. the pic is Mine I got it when I was 24 I'm 55 now and that pic is when I turned 50. I fell asleep during the whole thing. 2242_10370...e04e0a.jpg 2242_1037016801590_2334_n-620334fe04e0a.jpg

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NK
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I confirm the upper arm (where we most bump in door frames) is the least painful place to get a tatoo. It's as if someone is using a ball point pen to draw something on the arm and presses a bit strong. You feel it, but it's not painful.

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Alejandro Suarez
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Agree with the wrist pain. But he the RHCP's tattoo was wort it, and the three covers over it too. Still isn't fully colored:(

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Donna Gettings Apperson
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have one inside my ankle, but the design drifted to the front of my leg just a bit. Now I know why I saw Jesus, Joseph, and Mary when the artist did that little piece of art!

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Sue Giles
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes it is helpful because I have always wanted a tattoo but was afraid that where I picked for one would be really sensitive. Im 67 now and still would like a tattoo and now I know where I can put one .

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Avery Day
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

see here https://old.reddit.com/r/coolguides/comments/l17sq6/types_of_asian_architecture/gjxtf8z/

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Crycket
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have an outer thigh and an ankle tat. I had to stop for the thigh one, but the ankle one, while it hurt was bearable all the way through. That being said, there was more linework in the ankle and more filling in on the thigh so that is a thing...

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somnomania
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

can confirm, chest area was pretty bad, although i had comparable levels of pain for part of one on the inside of my wrist/forearm

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Edgar Dumea
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the back of the head & back hurts like hell; this chart is not so accurate

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Bonnie Davis
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

100% accurate!!! I've got one on my ankle/shin and I so wanted to cry!!! I have 7 and all were in the blue except the ankle/shin and a little bit on my neck with the most on the top of going below that. 🙂🙂

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Vicky Z
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just tell me with bees bears and ninjas from the other chart

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Jane Petersen
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All on my back. I can't imagine getting one in some of those crimson areas!!

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Suzanne Haigh
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have always wanted a small, simple tattoo, but too much of a coward

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BG
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hands should be higher pain level. Three hours down my spine was not horrible, but 10 minutes on my fingers and I was DONE!

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Stannous Flouride
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have an anaconda tattooed around my calf just above my ankle and I was astonished at how much the part at the back hurt. Worse than the one on my sternum by far.

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Ms.GB
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow..if the back is least pain I may want to rethink my decision to get another

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Marika Miettinen
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The small tattoo on my lower arm certainly hurt a lot more than the 2 bigger ones I have on my scalp.

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Annie
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wish I had known and understood this before my first tat

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Mare Freed
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have two on my foot, and the pain as completely tolerable.

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Caroline Driver
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Our Saturday girl has a geometric pattern on her elbow and she said that it was the most painful of all her tattoos, so that's verified.

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Anna Repp
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Glad that the area where I want to add tattoos is virtually painless.

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Deborah Brown
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With one exception of one in the orange (and it didn't hurt that badly) mine are all in green sections. Very interesting.

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Donkey boi
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think this is a good generalised guide based on skin thickness and general body fat areas, but it is also down to the individual. 10 people can have a chest tattoo, one will pass out, one will barely be able to take it and be stopping every few minutes, one will find it really uncomfortable but be able to carry on, a lot will feel discomfort but find it bearable and one will find it pleasant.

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crazy_cat_notAlady
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this is very accurate. to me, it felt exactly like it does if I accidentally scrape my skin against some hard surface. except it was voluntary and repetitive. for those who want to get tattoos, the pain isn't that bad. however, be sure that it's a sanitary environment. the needles are brand new. the artist is experienced and uses the right kind of ink. s/he should have absolutely clean hands and gloves. be sure to follow the post-tattoo care instructions to the t. and remember, LOADS of sunscreen after it heals.

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Azure Adams
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My lower back and mid back tattoos hurt way more than my ankle tattoos

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Terilee Bruyere
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe I'm just weird, but the ink on my finger hurt worse than my wrist (all part of the same tat) while the middle part of my upper back was nothing.

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SkyTheImaginer
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have a mandala on my elbow. Most painful thing I've ever done.

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Sam rice
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ironically for me the ditch of my elbow and my foot were not in the red. More yellow, teal even ticklish in some parts.

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KimTx
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My tattoo located roughly where the bird tattoo on the arm is located was excruciating!

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Brian Michael
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lower back blue headed to yellow!?! Yea nope that was a valley of hell that I left a bit of my soul on when I was done.

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Allmeow-err
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mine are on my leg, my neck and my wrists..also the crease of my arm...go figure lol

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Simon Desroches
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not so accurate. but interesting, taste it yourself, will differ with arfists operating...

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Emilycookie
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

maybe if i ever got a tattoo i could use this! i just can't think of anything i love enough to get it permanently written on my body.

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Maddy_BobaTea
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i wanted a small anime tattoo on my ankle and a small Harley Quinn tattoo on my wrist......not now lol

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Peter Kelly
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow! I'm sure it would hurt like hell to have that pattern tattooed over your body...

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Elida Lechuga
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've always wanted a tattoo on my ankle to cover up a really bad scar but haven't done so because I know I won't be able to tolerate the pain.

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Lsai Aeon
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is just a guideline. Pain is relative and depends on the individual. There are always outliers to any chart. People ask me does it hurt, I tell them don't go on my reactions. I have a VERY high tolerance and threshold for pain, I fall asleep in the tattoo chair, even for the one on the top of my foot. I'm not the best person to judge how much getting a tattoo will hurt you.

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Arctic Fox Lover
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The right butt cheek is more painful than the left, according to this chart. Noted, thank you.

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alex cosgrove
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have one tattoo on each side of my rib cage. The left one was not painful at all and tickled, the right side was excruciating and I almost had to tap out. Pain also has to do with the artist and their skill too.

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Molly A. Block
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I just think they missed one part, and that is the nose. Not the tip, but going up the nose, it should be red. A couple of friends who had tattoos placed there said it was nearly unbearable.

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Anne
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have my spine tattooed and that was a breeze.. my armpit was a lot worse

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von Funnyname
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a heavily tattooed individual, I concur with this message, hahaha

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toldyouso
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not tattoo but i have heavy migraines often. So i have this migraine therapy that i do every 3 months. The doctor will inject botox on my forehead, head (front and sides), neck and shoulders. 32 injections. Hurts on some parts really bad, just like the chart says, so can confirm this. Also this therapy works very well!

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Paul Davis
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is also a good chart for people who have to self-inject medications

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Win Win
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wanna have a tattoo, probably when I'm 30 and my boyfriend allow me to have one.

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julia
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you should not ask anyone for permission to do whatever you want for your own body. unless your boyfriend is you, he should not have a say in a matter concerning your body, only you can make that choice. it’s not up to him to deny you something that you want. please take care and remember you don’t need anyone’s permission to do anything to your own body and home, etc.

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However, this doesn’t always include infographics. The mods explain that infographics are learning tools, whereas guides are reference tools. Sometimes, the area between the two becomes blurred.

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If you do end up posting what the mods deem to be an infographic, they might decide to remove it. “An infographic is more educational in layout and content, finding something specific on an infographic is not as easy because it is designed to inform through more narrative structures. If your guide is more of a visual essay than a structured table or list, then chances are that is an infographic. Sometimes infographics can masquerade as how-to guides.”

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How Human Flesh Decomposes

How Human Flesh Decomposes

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U.S. Flag But Each Star Is Scaled Proportionally To Their State’s Population, In Roughly It’s Geographical Position.

U.S. Flag But Each Star Is Scaled Proportionally To Their State’s Population, In Roughly It’s Geographical Position.

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#27

Cool Idea Of How Fresh New Babies See The World

Cool Idea Of How Fresh New Babies See The World

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Sabienn
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's not like newborns are blind though. They can see sharp for a small distance, 30 cm as far as I know

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The subreddit also has a no-tolerance policy for any content that’s dangerous, harmful, hurtful, or destructive. It’s supposed to be a wholesome and informative community that adheres to morality, the rules of Reddit, as well as common legal structures.

“Guides depicting harmful, dangerous, or destructive content will be removed. This includes guides describing the creation of dangerous items/materials and/or guides that are designed with the purpose to harm or hurt others do not fit the culture of this sub and will be removed.”

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A Simple Spell

A Simple Spell

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lol before I read 'congrats' I thought it was referencing World of Warcraft. Cause, if you aren't tired or stressed, you can be after playing WoW for a while

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For All You Dog Lovers Out There

For All You Dog Lovers Out There

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

got 4 dogs and one , Cali , she will put ANYTHING in her mouth , and if she thinks you want to take it off her she will try to eat it , this could come in very handy , she is also the most loving dog i know

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So, dear Pandas, which of these guides did you find to be the most useful (or, let's face it, the most intriguing because we all like looking at pretty pictures)? What's the most useful guide you've ever seen in your entire life? Is there a guide for something that you'd do pretty much anything to read through? Share your thoughts with everyone else below.

#31

How To Assert Dominance Over A Waterfall

How To Assert Dominance Over A Waterfall

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troufaki13
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope I never have to come to a point where I would need this information

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#32

Activities That Make Your Brain Release Happy Chemicals

Activities That Make Your Brain Release Happy Chemicals

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How To Turn Down An Invite.

How To Turn Down An Invite.

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troufaki13
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

First you decline, then be gracious. Wording is very essential and people tend to pay attention to the sentence after the "but". For example "I won't be able to make it, but thank you for considering me" vs "thank you for inviting me, but I can't come". I think the first one sounds better, even if it's essentially the same.

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Copper Through The Patina Process

Copper Through The Patina Process

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Communication 101: As A Ux Researcher, I Study How People Understand Technology, Content, And Messaging For A Living. During This Crisis, Vague Messages Like "Practice Social Distancing" Will Have Far Less Impact Than Concrete, Specific Messages Like "Stay At Home. Get Groceries Once Per Week"

Communication 101: As A Ux Researcher, I Study How People Understand Technology, Content, And Messaging For A Living. During This Crisis, Vague Messages Like "Practice Social Distancing" Will Have Far Less Impact Than Concrete, Specific Messages Like "Stay At Home. Get Groceries Once Per Week"

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varwenea
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Totally agree with NO on new term. Trying to teach new behaviors while using a mouthful of new words is weird.

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How To Pack A Hiking Bag

How To Pack A Hiking Bag

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is very helpful because I go hiking a lot, next time I will pack this way!

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#40

Apples On A Scale From Most Tart To Most Sweet

Apples On A Scale From Most Tart To Most Sweet

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#41

What To Say To Kids Instead Of “Be Careful!”

What To Say To Kids Instead Of “Be Careful!”

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#42

Biking Or Running In The Dark? Here's How The Drivers See You Based On The Clothes You Wear.

Biking Or Running In The Dark? Here's How The Drivers See You Based On The Clothes You Wear.

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Sabienn
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And at night, you're much more visible if you have reflectors on your bike and two lights (white at the front, red at the back). And not on their blinking setting, because that's distracting for other traffic

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#43

I’ll Never Remember This Mid-Heart Attack But This Is Good To Know

I’ll Never Remember This Mid-Heart Attack But This Is Good To Know

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#44

A Quick Guide To Tea!

A Quick Guide To Tea!

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#45

Explanation Of The Subtle Differences Between Equality And Equity

Explanation Of The Subtle Differences Between Equality And Equity

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#47

Simple Guide To Staying Healthy

Simple Guide To Staying Healthy

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lol. And I cannot do more than 2000 steps a day without massive pain for the next two days. I hate my body. Please healthy people, cherish your body and energy.

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Different Forms Of Color Blindness

Different Forms Of Color Blindness

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#49

How To Make An Amazing Sofa Fort

How To Make An Amazing Sofa Fort

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The Joker

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