Think before you ink

There is talk that some of your classmates are going to get tattoos to commemorate their last year at school. To help them make an informed decision about this issue, write a letter to the editor of the school newspaper about why young people should not get tattoos. Write your letter here.

Dear Editor,

Getting inked is the latest fashion these days and there are a lot of people who are getting inked all over their bodies just to keep up to this trend. However, in my opinion there are a lot of disadvantages to getting inked permanently. Therefore, I am writing to perhaps help young people make an informed decision about getting a tattoo or not.

First of all, getting a tattoo can lead to negative impressions. Society still believes that most people who get tattoos are either outlaws or rebellious people. Those bound by tradition and culture do not want their kids to get inked. In professions where the physical appearance of a person is very important, tattoos are not considered decent. Getting a tattoo can ruin your career chances in many industries such as hospitality industry, marketing, media etc. This is because people working in these fields are considered to be those who are presentable, good looking and do not have any tattoos on their body.

Secondly, getting inked permanently has health risks unless you are getting it done by a skilled person. Some people are allergic to the ink, while others can get an infection like hepatitis because of infected needles or equipment being used at low-cost parlours. You also cannot donate your blood after getting a tattoo on your body.

Since tattoos adhere permanently to your body, are you sure that ten years later you will still like whatever you are getting inked on your body right now? For example, if you are getting your boyfriend’s or girlfriend’s name inked on your body, are you sure that person will still remain in your life years later. If not will you regret your decision? Even though, you can still remove tattoos by getting a laser, it is extremely expensive and not that effective.

Getting inked is in fashion these days. Therefore, more and more people are getting tattoos on their bodies. Getting a tattoo may appear attractive or cool but there are many drawbacks to getting inked permanently that should be considered carefully.

Yours sincerely,
Nanki Chularatnaphol

Are leisure activities a waste of time?

3 Feb, 2017

Dear sir/ms,

I am writing in regard to a recent article in your magazine in which it was written that leisure activities are a waste of both time and money. While it can be argued that too much leisure may be detrimental to society, I strongly believe that it’s important to achieve a balance between work and pleasure. This balance can only be achieved by spending time, but not necessarily money, on a range of leisure activities. Doing this will not only ensure more satisfied and healthier individuals but also ensure that our communities as a whole are stronger.

There are a number of ways in which leisure activities are beneficial. First of all, they can help us develop on a personal level. By participating in any of a wide range of activities offered by local sports clubs, schools, churches and government offices, we can grow in many different areas such as physically, mentally and spiritually. As part of this process of growth, we will be exposed to new ideas from teachers and people outside our families and work colleagues. This interaction with new people will be stimulating, adding more spice to our lives and ultimately making us more satisfied with our lives.

This increase in individuals doing more leisure activities will have a knock-on effect on the wider community. For example, having a population of healthier people will ensure less visits to doctors and hospitals and less time spent off work. The savings from this could be used to fund more worthwhile projects such as support of the elderly and poor and schools development. In addition, local communities would benefit from the extra income being generated by the companies and individuals that are supporting a vibrant and growing leisure industry.

In conclusion, encouraging individuals to engage in leisure activities can only be beneficial for everyone. In creates happier, healthier individuals as well as communities that will prosper financially from the expanding leisure business sector.

Yours faithfully,

Mary Smith