Okay, so I’ve been a huge Jon Jones fan for years. The guy’s a beast in the octagon, and I’ve always admired his dedication and, let’s be honest, his killer physique. I’d been thinking about getting a tattoo for a while, something to represent my own journey of self-improvement and discipline. And then it hit me: why not get something inspired by Jon Jones’s ink?
His most iconic one, of course, is the “Philippians 4:13” across his chest. It’s a Bible verse that basically says, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Now, I’m not a super religious guy, but the message of perseverance and strength really resonated with me.
So, I started researching. First, I had to make absolutely sure I had the verse right. Wouldn’t want to end up with a permanent typo on my body! I double-checked, triple-checked, and even had a friend who’s good with that stuff confirm it for me.
Finding the Right Artist
Next up, finding a tattoo artist. This was a big one. I didn’t want some amateur messing up my skin. I asked around, checked out some local shops’ Instagram pages, and finally found a guy with a solid portfolio of script tattoos. His lines were clean, and he seemed to have a good eye for placement.
I booked a consultation. We talked about the size I wanted, the font (I went with something bold but not overly fancy, similar to Jones’s), and the exact placement. I wanted it on my chest, too, but a little smaller and slightly higher up.
The artist gave me a quote, we settled on a date, and I put down a deposit. Easy Peasy!
The Big Day (Tattoo Day!)
Tattoo day arrived! I’ll admit, I was a little nervous. I’d heard it can hurt pretty bad on the chest, but I was determined. I showed up at the shop, the artist prepped the area, and we got started.
It wasn’t a walk in the park, that’s for sure. There were some moments where I had to grit my teeth, but it was totally manageable. The artist was a pro, taking breaks when I needed them and making sure I was comfortable.
After about two hours, it was done. I looked in the mirror, and honestly, I was stoked. It looked even better than I’d imagined. The lines were perfect, the placement was spot-on, and it just felt…right.
- Cleaned it.
- Applied the aftercare cream.
- Followed the artists’ instructions.
Now, a few weeks later, it’s fully healed, and I’m still loving it. It’s a constant reminder to push myself, to stay strong, and to believe in my ability to overcome any challenge. It’s not just a Jon Jones tattoo; it’s my tattoo, with my own meaning behind it.
