In these extremely chaotic times with inhuman working hours and the insane pace of life, a balance tattoo aptly represents an individual’s desire for a life that is equal parts work and play. Often, even those who present themselves as well-groomed adults struggle internally to find harmony between their emotions and intellect. It’s no surprise that balance tattoos, whether they feature a scale, a yin-yang symbol, an ouroboros, or the triquetra, are becoming increasingly popular among tattoo enthusiasts. If you’re one of those enthusiasts, looking for aesthetic and unique balance tattoo designs, our catalog will surely give you some useful ideas. Keep reading to check it out and explore some cool design options.
Meaning of balance tattoo
It is easy to assume a moral high ground and categorize certain things as good, positive, and useful, and other things as bad, negative, and pointless. People who want to be successful in life tend to focus more on things that have a better reputation and are considered healthy attitudes, efficient methods, or are useful in some way. This is great until a person encounters an obstacle or crisis and can’t seem to move forward, burdened by the thought that something unfavorable has happened to them and only something favorable can fix things for them, until they are stuck. However, those who understand that the key to progress is to do things in moderation or just the right amount can turn their crisis into an opportunity by using the unfavorable to their advantage. The balance tattoo is the perfect fit for those with such a philosophy of life, or for those who want to embrace this way of thinking.
An assortment of elements and combinations in tattoo styles can help one express their hopes for a balanced existence. We’ll explore some of them in the next section, so keep scrolling.
8 Innovative Balance Tattoo Designs And Meanings
There are some interesting, clever, and awesome ways to depict your deep philosophies about maintaining a balanced outlook on life. The following visual examples can give you creative ideas to illustrate your own balance tattoo design.
1. Good and evil balance tattoo
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We all have our inner demons to fight, because we know that the negativity within us will eventually harm us. However, those who have had much experience with the world will tell you that being too kind makes you vulnerable to its cruelty. Therefore, a balanced sense of the world always comes from being able to weigh the good against the bad. The easiest way to portray this concept through tattoos is as shown above. A demon and an angel stand on both plates of a scale, weighing in the same way, meaning that they have equal weight and the scales tip depending on a specific set of circumstances.
2. Libra tattoo
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The concept of balance is best presented with a pair of analog scales, where two objects are weighed against each other and their standstill on the same level indicates an equal measure, and thus quantitative balance. To further emphasize the wearer’s need for balance in a life of conflict, the word “balance” is written underneath in an imaginative font that complements the overall illustration style, making for a deliberately planned design.
3. Minimalist balance tattoo
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A well-balanced existence may seem like too complex an idea to represent through an inconspicuous design, but with a little creativity, minimalism can go well with anything. For example, the tattoo above is a simple mandala design combined with the word “balance.” Since the mandala itself is a symbol of balance between body, mind, and spirit, it’s the perfect element to fit this theme while adding a boho aesthetic to it.
4. Balance Heart And Brain Tattoo
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People often find themselves in dilemmas where they have to balance their logical reasoning with their empathic emotions. These complex aspects are represented by the brain and the heart respectively. A balance heart and brain tattoo can show the wearer’s inner turmoil about choosing between the two and can be illustrated as shown above. An anatomical heart and brain are connected by a line that is crossed by the word “balance” in an elegant font, making for a sophisticated piece of tattoo art.
5. Libra Balance Tattoo
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The Libra zodiac sign is symbolized by a pair of scales that represent justice, equality, and a healthy balance in all aspects of life, making it the perfect concept to pair with a balance tattoo. This sun sign is associated with the Greek goddess of justice, Themis. The tattoo above shows a blindfolded Themis holding a pair of scales to provide an unbiased assessment. Alternatively, the Libra sign can be represented by a plain pair of scales, the underlined Ohm symbol, or the rose, Libra’s birth flower.
6. Spiritual Balance Tattoo
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Sometimes, even when it is difficult to find a balance between material pleasures or achievements in life, one can achieve a sense of peace as their inner turmoil is soothed. Having a spiritual balance to handle adverse situations and be happy is something that many of us strive for. This need can be represented by a tattoo that combines symbols of spirituality and balance. For example, the tattoo above shows a meditating Buddha with the word “balance” which may refer to the practices of the religion, such as meditation, that can help balance our extreme emotions.
7. Life Balance Tattoo
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A person who believes that he or she has just the optimum amount of everything he or she desires, despite the regular onslaught of challenges that life throws at him or her, can go through life with a sense of contentment. Show this quest for balance in life by combining the word “balance” or a pair of scales with symbols that represent life, such as a tree. The image above shows the tree of life growing both above and below ground with a pair of scales hanging from it. It is a cleverly illustrated design that can be further customized to suit the wearer’s story.
8. Geometric balance tattoo
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Give your balance tattoo a modern and futuristic touch by getting it done in a geometric style. The appeal of this tattoo style is that it gives basic shapes a more defined look with its sharp angles and curves or adds additional geometric shapes to give the overall tattoo a strange depth. As you can see in the colorful tattoo above, it features a digital weighing machine that measures the perfect amount of weights that are placed on it. The colors create the sharp outlines, giving it that chiseled glass look that can only be achieved through a geometric design. You can add an additional quote underneath the tattoo, giving it a personal touch.
The balance tattoo is rich in symbolism and draws attention to the wearer’s sincere thoughts and opinions about what their idea of stability or order in life is. The tattoo can be creatively illustrated using various elements that represent balance, such as scales, mandalas, the tree of life expanding both above and below, or even the yin-yang symbol. You can also express your aesthetic style through the type of tattoo you choose. For example, a minimalist tattoo speaks to your intellect or your preference for less clutter and more space, or a geometric style conveys your interest in modern artistic trends. A simple text tattoo with the word “balance” in an attractive font would also be a stunning, simple balance tattoo option. Consider the most appropriate placement and delve deeper into your psyche to come up with the ideal design that speaks to you.
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