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• Steps
• Method 1 of 2: Know What to Expect
• Method 2 of 2: How to Become Unafraid
• Tips
• Warnings

Do you want to get your ears pierced but are very afraid? Ear piercing may seem intimidating, but it is actually completely safe and not as painful. Knowing what to expect, carefully researching and planning your piercing, and finding ways to relax throughout the piercing process will help you approach your piercing calmly and intelligently. You will be convinced that the piercing went well and successfully, and you will also wonder why you were so worried before starting!

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Know What to Expect

1. 1 Think about why you want to get your ears pierced. Are you doing this to join the school company? Do you want to be able to wear this gorgeous pair of earrings that you recently received as a birthday present? Do you just really like the way the earrings look in your ears? Thinking about your motives will help you see your piercing in perspective and remind you of the benefits of ear piercing that outweighs the pain of actually piercing.
2. 2 Consider alternatives to pierced ears. If you equally want to avoid the physical pain of piercing and wear earrings, you can wear earrings or use transducers for regular pierced earrings.
   • If you're nervous about getting your ears pierced, take these options seriously. Try wearing earring clips for a few days, you might like it. You may even decide to skip ear piercing altogether to save yourself the stress and pain.
3. 3 Do your research. Check the health and safety risks of ear piercing. Make sure you are not allergic to the different types of metals your earrings can be made from, as allergies can severely limit your choice of earrings that you can wear safely. Learn how to take care of your ears after piercing them, including how long to wear earrings and how to keep your ears clean. Make sure that you do not change your mind about getting pierced after learning about all the risks associated with ear piercing. Also, you should know for sure that you can take care of your ears after piercing.
   • Knowing the risks is the first step towards overcoming them. Think about ways to mitigate any risks you know of and come up with a plan to keep your ears clean and safe.
4. 4 Choose a safe and trusted ear piercing site. Make an appointment at a salon approved by the Professional Piercing Association. Check reviews and ratings, prices and office hours before making an appointment.
   • If you are concerned about your safety, do not go to salons, such as Claire's, that use a gun to pierce. The only way to sterilize the lancing device is to use an autoclave, which will destroy the plastic gun if it interacts. Choose a location where employees properly sanitize their equipment, and remember to use only high quality jewelry.
5. 5 Learn the legal aspects of piercing. You will be asked to sign a disclaimer. If you are worried about the legal side and what your rights will be if something goes wrong, take the time and read the document. Ask them about anything that looks confusing, and feel free to ask any questions that interest you. Make sure you fully understand the disclaimer and that everything is in order with its terms before signing the document.
6. 6 Decide where you want the piercing. When you pierce your ears, the piercer will mark a dot on each ear. Be absolutely sure that the dots are in the right places. Take the time to look at your ears in the mirror. View them from different angles, and get the opinion of your piercer and your friend. Think about how the ears will look with the earrings inserted into them. Before getting pierced, you should make sure that the point placement is completely comfortable for you.
7. 7 Learn the piercing process. You will be taken to a booth and asked to sit in a chair, after which the piercer will take up the piercing equipment. If any of the instruments looks intimidating or scary, ask the piercer about them. Make sure you understand the operation and purpose of each tool. You can also ask for cleaning and sterilization. Become comfortable with the instruments before proceeding.
8. 8 Prepare for life after piercing. Keep in mind that your ears may be actively sore for a while immediately after piercing, but remember that this will stop shortly. Ask your piercer for written information on caring for your ears. Make sure you feel comfortable with your pierced ears and learn how to properly care for them.

Method 2 of 2: How to Become Unafraid

1. 1 Talk to your piercing master. When visiting a piercing parlor, let the piercer know that you are a little nervous. Let the master explain to you what he / she is doing and why in the process, and answer any questions or concerns you may have. The salon can offer you a comfortable chair or a glass of water. Chances are, most of the people who got their ears pierced were a little nervous, so your master will know exactly how to make you feel better.
2. 2 Get ready for your piercing. Keep in mind that the process is likely to be a little painful, and be prepared for it. Bring a friend / girlfriend for moral support, and bring painkillers "for later" if you think you need them. Consider how you can best deal with stress and pain. Do you like squeezing the stress ball? Maybe a casual conversation with a boyfriend / girlfriend or playing Angry Birds will help you distract yourself? Plan ahead and bring anything you think can help you cope with a potentially stressful situation.
3. 3 Hold your boyfriend / girlfriend's hand. When you are nervous, having a friend / girlfriend nearby to comfort you is priceless. Squeeze your boyfriend / girlfriend's hand when needed and talk to your boyfriend / girlfriend to distract from the piercing process.
4. 4 Focus on something else to take your mind off the piercing. Read a book or magazine. Gossip with your girlfriend / boyfriend or talk to your piercer. Talk about your weekend plans, what's going on at school, that cool movie you've seen recently - talk about anything other than the piercing itself. Thinking about other things will help you calm down enough to get through the piercing process.
5. 5 Breathe deeply. Focus on your breathing to calm yourself down and force yourself to relax. Deep breathing slows your heart rate and lowers blood pressure, simulating a state of relaxation. Breathing exercises, or simple deep breaths in and out, will help you calm your body, which in turn will reduce the stress you experience from piercing.
6. 6 Maintain a positive attitude. Focus on the best side of ear piercing - think about how you will look with new earrings! When it comes to the actual piercing, don't think about pain and stress. Instead, tell yourself that you can do it, you can handle it. With enough effort, you will find that it all becomes true.
   • Friends are great for this. Ask your boyfriend or girlfriend to help you stay positive and remind you periodically how great it will be to have your ears pierced.
7. 7 Joke about piercings. Your boyfriend or girlfriend can help you approach your piercing with a sense of humor. Laughter is one of the key ways to reduce stress and calm yourself down. So it doesn't matter if you laugh at the piercing or at the unrelated story your boyfriend or girlfriend has told you, laughing can help you relax. Jokes about your piercing will make it seem less complicated, which will help you approach it more calmly and easily.
8. 8 Speed ​​up the piercing process. Ask the piercer if he / she can get both of your ears pierced at the same time so you can get the job done faster. Do not forget that this whole nightmare will end very soon, and it will not hurt like this anymore.
9. 9 Celebrate your piercing. Thank the piercer and give your boyfriend / girlfriend a high high five. Pay for the procedure, making sure to tip the piercer, thank him / her again, and leave. Congratulations, you did it! Enjoy your newly pierced ears.

Tips

• Know that everything will be fine. You may be in pain, but not very much and not for very long, but the pain will be worth it.
• Do your research before piercing your ears.
• Bring a friend / girlfriend as support (preferably someone who already has piercings).
• If at the end you decide you don't want to pierce, that's okay.

Warnings

• There is always a risk of infection when piercing, so do your research and take precautions to protect yourself.
• If you are prone to getting an infection or have had an infection in the past, talk to your doctor about whether piercing your ears will increase your risk of getting another infection.