Andrew Huberman Reveals Why He Hides His Tattoos

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[@ChrisWillx]

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[@leonsshare]

Really looking forward to the full episode, massive pat on the back landing Huberman, I've been going for morning walks where possible ever since listening to his first ep.

[@LyndseyMacPherson]

Can't wait. Kudos for location aesthetics, too.

[@ndndndnnduwjqams]

Please bring evolutionary psychologyst/biologist!

[@ashpyakurel2033]

So excited! Best collab, you know whats up Chris!!!

[@Zealrivera]

🙏

[@annasz.9491]

The first time I've learnt about Andrew, but it took not even whole 7 minutes to appreciate how wise, amicable, interesting and pleasant he is.

[@NoName-oj5pl]

Sheeeeet Andrew done been smart naw mean? He done got amazing advice y’all mean?

[@MissMinikku]

He has a science podcast which is probably the best one out there right now, if you're into that stuff :) also his talk with lex fridman was awesome, less science-y

[@LyndseyMacPherson]

Oh, you gotta go over to Huberman Labs podcast. He does deep dives to the bottom of the ocean, but it's never imposing, never esoteric--just life-improving.

[@peripheralparadox4218]

You got lots to look forward to!

[@drewmoon3000]

You're in for a very special treat! Once you discover the Andrew Huberman podcast and newsletter.

[@jessereeves3357]

I am a therapist and have sleeves from my time in the military that while all PG rated, still include skulls, pin-ups, etc. I wore long sleeves out of respect of perceptions some of my patients/patients’ parents may have. I want there to be nothing controllable in the way of our relationship. However, I finally just got tired of sweating a gallon a day, and started wearing short sleeves. There has been no noticeable difference in how I’m received or how patients/parents open up to me. No one cared as much as I did. Reminds me of the saying, “Don’t take yourself too seriously, because no one else does.” People (most people) are good at reading others and judging based on merit, confidence etc., and we are often our own harshest critics.

[@Blueskies445]

Well said! Thank you.

[@JB-hq9yj]

I’ve listened to so many of Andrew’s podcasts and have watched him on other shows.. looking for the crack in the facade thinking no way this guy is this cool all the time. There is no crack. He is legit and clearly goes through the world with almost zero ego just dropping knowledge. What a gift to society. If you ever see this, Andrew: much love and thank you 👍

[@dashasych4656]

Right?!?

[@mysterydiaz5302]

Well said! Totally agree!!

[@TC5D]

100%

[@roanlo1213]

Love his podcast but it’s still important to take what he says and do your own research! Not everything he says is 100% fact.

[@funtimes8296]

@@roanlo1213 That applies to literally everyone but probably less so with him than anyone else lol

[@carlynnerau]

He is class. He is grounded. He is loved by all. Thank you Andrew.

[@Sunrise.111]

💯 And that’s why he is soooo special and we love him 🤍🤍🤍

[@ReneZZ]

I appreciate the opportunity of listening to someone older talking about tattoos with a wide perspective based in experience and neuroscience. Great clip.

[@TheMemin247]

Verga seca 🥵

[@sarapm4163]

En realidad no los enseña porque tiene un sleeve trashpolka

[@laatsteseconde]

hostia el homilefa

[@over-analyticalbrick2667]

Tenía la sensación de que te encontraría por aquí jajajajaj

[@ghostman1931]

I think he made the idea of tattoos an obstacle in his reality. There’s no need to over complicate things in life they are how they are

[@chaddisfaction]

I respect the way Andrew feels toward this. My arms and hands are completely tattooed and I work in higher education. I recently was part of an event, where I spoke and simply chose to wear something I felt good in - A nice blazer jacket and button-up shirt underneath. To my surprise, at least three different people asked about my tatttoos and thought that the school asked for me to cover up. I just responded with: "Not at all. I just wanted to look nice today." just like anyone else who may have been preparing to speak in front of a large audience.

[@borg_wow]

This situation, I feel, is exactly what Andrew is trying to avoid by covering his tats. The focus goes to your tattoos rather than you.

[@mattvarner5825]

"You can't control other people's perceptions [of you]" is fundamentally the most important thing healthy people have ingrained in them. That notion paired with understanding you can control your reactions to things singlehandedly changed my life

[@Unpar_Guki]

Powerful serenity prayer

[@raisonvarner8175]

​@@grit1679 Influence is a subtle but important distinction to make here. You do not have control. You have influence which can give you the illusion of control. Second of all, you can try to run that game, but it's exhausting and it will break down because you cannot attend to your conditioning and programming flawlessly and the moment people catch wind of your attempts to manipulate them (and people are instinctually attuned to this, including toddlers), massive backfire. It's ultimately a stupid strategy even if someone happens to be sociopath. Even sociopaths who have studied their own failures will admit this and have stories of spectacular blowouts in their life and career. Ultimately, the wisdom lies not in believing it's "impossible" to control people. But understanding that it's a waste of time, energy, emotions and it ultimately puts you, in your own way.

[@Reider242]

💪💪

[@jeffmargulies3833]

that is stoicism: you cannot control external events and situations - you can only control your reaction to them.

[@accuratealloys]

You can’t control them in a positive way but you can certainly make people not like you.

[@harvestblades]

I am in 100% agreement with Andrew and as a 44-year-old male that started getting tattooed and pierced at 15 it was such a different time back then in the 90s & as much as things have changed a tattoo can still be a distraction.

[@ElliottHeck]

My dad is a Neuroscientist. Growing up, most of my friends had parents who worked in business, and that's what they thought was cool. I was always secretly angry that my dad didn't get the same kind of materialistic admiration from my friends. My dad did not care one bit, and it wasn't until I grew up that I realized that he was waking up each and every day trying to save lives and better humanity, not line his pockets and raise me and my siblings as spoiled brats. All my life, he quietly set the example. I love him so much for that. Ironically, I wound up an entrepreneur. My business is, thank God, doing well, and my goal is to acquire enough resources to affect real change in my community, because it feels, at times, like money is the only real catalyst for change in this country. But when I hear Andrew speak, I'm reminded that there are men and women working tirelessly each and every day to help humanity in small but powerful ways. I'm reminded of my dad, quietly setting the example with his 5am runs and his relentless work schedule. As long as there are people with as big of hearts as the people who dedicate their lives to building a better future for humanity, we're gonna be alright.

[@limo-swine6537]

It is very difficult to be rich at all when you're in science/research field.

[@ferguson8143]

And thats what a hero is in the real world and not what you see on the big screen

[@smegge100]

It seems as enough never comes if you dont decide that number beforehand

[@daboos8]

That was inspiring, and your father is one heck of a man.

[@alexanthony6259]

Well said, good luck to you and your community brother.

[@Blake2703]

I love how he articulated the aspect on his tattoos. I myself have my entire body covered except for legs and I always like to cover my tattoos when I go out . The reason mainly for me is that I’m an introvert and I like to keep to myself and tattoos are like a conversation starter and I do not like interacting much as I’m quiet shy !

[@pimbu936]

As a punk kid studying engineering, this dude is an inspiration

[@Adam-wt5vf]

Punk kid? How are you doing my lost brother?

[@Unpar_Guki]

Yo I'm in electrical electronics and renewables. 24y/o back in the saddle. Stay strong king I need to hear it u may not

[@xZEROx569]

Lol punks are a rare breed now 👌 much love bro

[@michaelqiu9722]

Engineering? He’s a neuroscientist.

[@pimbu936]

@@michaelqiu9722 and? We both study science and it’s applications. Granted, he’s the other end of science, but that’s why I appreciate him so much

[@nicolehubert7308]

I’m nearly his age and definitely remember jobs requiring tattoos and certain piercings needing to be covered. As someone who has mastered sales (and has tattoos) I value how he presents himself and do similar. You only get one first impression!

[@oz_jones]

Yeah, I'm about 10 years younger than him and I still kinda remember that.

[@jarnold1789]

I’m only 28 and I have seen the tattoo issue change in my life. Shoot I worked a job from 2015 to 2017 that required tattoos be covered up

[@nackedgrils9302]

It's funny how Andrew Huberman is probably the person I've listened to the most on Podcasts (above Rogan) and I still didn't know he had tattoos and I love how he keeps such an irrelevant piece of information from his audience. Love the man so much! He made me fall back in love with my childhood love: Biology.

[@neosuujemteidiiodsadanegre4109]

The pont of his talk is that it's relevant for your future so don't do it.

[@MFKaradayiEnglish]

He talked about his early life in a podcast 2 years ago. Surprisingly, he had a pretty chaotic teen years. He left his home and was crashing at his friends and girlfriend place for years. He didn't get along with his dad, a brilliant Stanford scientist, especially after he divorced his mother and went back living in Europe. Andrew dropped out of college to pursue his love for skateboarding and punk life. He was kinda lost for years not really figuring out what to do with his life until his girlfriend of the time dumped him. After that, he went back to college, fell in love with biology and the rest is history^^

[@beverleyreid8258]

I'm 61 years old and I'm so enjoying everything that I'm learning from him.

[@TwasNeverThus2]

​@@MFKaradayiEnglish can you link me to the podcast? Was it one of his, or was he interviewed?

[@MFKaradayiEnglish]

@@TwasNeverThus2 Sure! Just look on KZbin: 'Andrew Huberman Rich Roll podcast' It was an old podcast from Rich Roll's YTube channel. The title of the podcast: 'Change your brain'. It's more than 2 hours long but the first part is exclusively dedicated to Andrew's early years as a kid and teenager. I've never seen him anywhere else giving that much details about his life. How he lived back then was fascinating

[@mesunekonyan]

This man keeps on giving us reasons to love him more!

[@B.Q..]

..and to love ourselves more! ❤ Thank you Huberman❣

[@LeSurrealDream]

It’s so nice to hear someone talk about this. I also wear long sleeves a lot of the time because of this. I’m not ashamed of my tattoos, I just don’t want it to be something that people focus on, especially in certain work or social situations. It’s good to be aware of your surroundings in this way, because tattoos are something that people will notice right away and could be a distraction or lead people to make judgements about you before they even get to know you.

[@puidemare2337]

The difference between him and most people with tattoos is that he is fulfilled inside and doesn't need his exterior to define him. Whereas, most other people get tattoos to fill what they lack inside, to be defined by something external, thus, most get their tattoos where it will be easily seen, even purposefully wear clothing that will expose it. These days majority of people get tattooed because it's trendy.

[@Jcrof]

@@puidemare2337 You have no clue why most people do what they do related to tattoos. You just made all of that up

[@amynicolazzo1156]

Pretty huge generalization…

[@prod.bynil-oh7440]

Don't get Tattoos If U don't want them to be Seen

[@michaelewell5529]

@@Jcrof 🤣😂😂🤣🤣

[@lolalaise4530]

Never thought I could love Andrew more, I’m also tattooed and also an academic, thanks for speaking about this!

[@joycetreulieb3195]

Me too. But I don’t cover mine when I teach!

[@maciejhoub5821]

He's such a brilliant mind. I'm incredibly thankful for having Andrew in our time and being able to learn with him.

[@passionfruitgrenadilla1845]

Beautifully said.

[@TaylorsOdyssey]

The Huberman Lab podcast changed my life. He's such a wonderful teacher.

[@courtneyderouen]

Dr. Huberman is total class, love this man. I’ve learned and implemented several of his suggestions and have greatly improved areas of my life I was unaware needed the upgrades. Very grateful.

[@johnstrozzi1126]

He's just another celebrity.....

[@marcdumont2275]

@@johnstrozzi1126 Just another celebrity with a PHD in neuroscience, nothing special

[@negativeionz]

I'm curious what areas have improved with his lessons. Have you done his light therapy suggestions?

[@Oldappleorchard]

Jealous boys named john and marc have entered the chat. Hey guys ever heard the saying do not rain on someone else's parade? Maybe try some self development instead of trolling people who are actively working on themselves. Geez

[@YSapphireGroup]

Me too!!!

[@ShellySellsSTL]

This guy never disappoints! Andrew is just a good human and fantastic teacher! I have learned so much from him over the past couple years. Beautiful to see someone take their passion seriously and be so giving to share with others. Of course he is cool and likely has the best raptor tattoos but doesn't need to show them off. I do believe that could be a distraction but would also have loved if he would have showed them here. Eloquently spoken for sure!

[@gucciland]

Even as a tattooer I am not a fan of face or neck tattoos for this reason. This makes a lot of sense and backs up what I've been telling people for years is that too many face tattoos make the face frustrating to look at and talk to. Careful, tactfully placed designs make most of the very few successes out there

[@philanle4556]

Most people's face tattoos do not take into account form of the face or how the composition itself is placed

[@davidgarth1934]

As an artist you are the gatekeeper, I have had a design in mind for years but the first artist I spoke to refused to do it. It wasn't a face or neck tattoo but it's not unreasonable for you to refuse to do face or neck tattoos, if you ink someone you are responsible for the work and your name and rep will be associated with it.

[@ebrelus7687]

Most of people do not know who they are or really want to be nor they ever tried to find out. But they love searching aimlessly & pretend to know People without sense of own life ask for tattoos without sense and then spread the chaos on others... If they put thought to it as a builder before building something for decades or ages to last the design would be meaningful & adding beauty & sense of proportions to the world. Blaming Tattooist would be as blaming gun for killing somebody. Uncomfortable position to be really in context of economic incentive & personal ethics in play. The more respect for that then

[@Foxtrottangoabc]

Talk to the beaver

[@michaelewell5529]

I never really understood face tattoos. I don't think people take you serious on a professional level. And I think it makes people look dangerous and a little shifty. But that is my opinion I also believe tattoos should be in place where they can be convered. But to each its own

[@hawktchr8]

I teach my students to NEVER distract from the message. I see it all the time on Ted Talks. People distract from their message by how they dress, something on their head or face, and certainly tattoos. This is smart and very, very Huberman. By the way, I also counsel to wear dark colors - black, gray - he does this. Great!

[@aaronboyum5985]

Huberman has been such a stabilizing force the last couple of years. Providing humanity the mechanisms and tools to improve wellness. I'm grateful.

[@JamesSmith-gk8sz]

When people ask me for advice or artists or color schemes or styles of tattoo for their first piece of ink, I always give them the same two pieces of advice. 1.) Wait an entire year. If it means that much to you, you still like the idea, and you still like the placement, you'll have an extra year's worth of money saved, a decent artist found, the right style chosen, and placement that you won't regret. 2.) If you had to get this tattoo in an area only you could see, would you still get it? *SO* many people (cough Millennials) get tattoos solely because they want people to notice them more. They end up spending next to no money at a garbage shop with a half formed idea, no preference on color, style, placement, or how it will age in that area with that color or lack thereof. Furthermore, if the meaning will assuredly fade over your life, you'll end up regretting it every time you see the thing. At least, if you pick a placement that no one can see but you, that's FAR easier than dealing with some monster neck piece that ends every job interview before it starts. In my opinion, the best possible way to plan for a tattoo is as follows: Wait a year, obviously, and if spend the year finding out precisely what style, what colors, the dimensions, the placement, and most importantly the meaning behind it all. As tough as it may be, pick a place not visible to the average bystander, thighs/buttocks/hips/feet etc that has enough skin space to work with your dimensions. Finally, search at least a dozen shops, look up the reviews, and find an artist who *specializes in the work you desire* then book an appointment to discuss the idea, the stencil, and what you desire from it. It will cost a decent amount of money if it's a worthwhile shop; this is unavoidable. At the very end, you'll have a masterfully well done tattoo that won't fade, is what you want, where you want, and is invisible to everyone but you so you can feel out how you react about having a permanent mark on your skin. If you love it, can handle it, and want more, than repeat the process and enjoy. If not, at least no one will see it but you and a significant other.

[@diamoo8021]

Andrew makes a positive thoughtful role model for all of us. Thank you!

[@jelizabethpetrie6656]

Andrew & his friend Lex Friedman (another brilliant resourceful You Tube science contributor) are both admirable role models for maturing students! They give me hope for our future.🦅

[@ultrataz2482]

Just completed undergraduate with full sleeve and chest done. This guy has always been an inspiration for me to not go below wrists or above collarbone with the yatts. Ty sir.

[@Analconda98]

"Just be careful that you can't control the perceptions of other people" is such a wise statement. Despite some people being vocal about a subject they consider outdated (e.g. a negative opinion of tattoos), it takes many years for a shift in the public's eye, despite us wishing it was otherwise. Perhaps, then, it's in our own best interests to act in accordance to how the world is, rather than how we wish the world was or how we think it ought to be.

[@xiaonanz9411]

100% agree. And we can't be against biology... A lot of the social norms are just reflections of human's biological preferences... can't help to perceive certain things as negative and even disgusting...

[@JohnSmith-zs1bf]

@@xiaonanz9411 Well murder is in our biology as well doesn't mean we shouldn't or couldn't overcome that.

[@xiaonanz9411]

@@JohnSmith-zs1bf Murder is an action. We MUST overcome that behavior. However, it is hard to overcome negative like hatred thoughts and feelings. It's like I would definitely not physically attack people with tattoos and probably able to manage to say omg they look so great on you~~~~ but I can't overcome my real instinctive feelings of disliking the tattoos...

[@exzackt]

Yes I agree. I got a doberman for the same reason and while many people do not assume she's a viscous dog it happens and we got some prejudice from otherwise normal situations

[@justz00t48]

This is a classic pragmatic Gen X take. Being highly individualistic and independent while knowing that means others get to do the same up to and including not approving of you or your ideas. Unfortunately millennials went down the far more unhealthy path of believing acceptance is owed to them and because of this can't accept failure as their own.

[@kironthomas1442]

Andrew is well spoken and is very reflective. Glad I came across this clip. Thanks Chris.

[@AJKPenguin]

If anything, it's courteous and prudent to not flaunt. I really appreciate his approach, all the while being bold in his humility, starting with his tats.

[@mosesm.3431]

I love Andrew, and I love the way he presents his information, both on podcast and in-classroom

[@marshallscot]

I've never heard someone put into such succint terms why facial tattoos are so off putting to many people. Most people probably couldn't put it into words but it makes sense that we would have a negative reaction when our brain has a hard timer interpreting someones facial features. It also makes me wonder about certain warrior cultures who have a tradition of facial tattoos in order to give themselves a psychological edge against their enemies.

[@michaelewell5529]

They must do then to appear dangerous. So why wouldn't that apply to normal people as well. Beyond being able to recognize different facial features. It I believe makes people look dangerous and why would people feel comfortable around someone they perceive to be potentially dangerous

[@tpilot_error404]

It indeed does. If you try to hit someone with a sharp end you got to aim. Aiming is difficult with a quick moving , confusingly colored target. Best examples of this technique in Aztec , African or Indonesien fighters culture ( weapons and fighters dressed in extra fringles and moving parts of clothements)

[@scarahjolielaide]

Very interesting comments

[@WWG1WWGA]

Tattoos are a must!! in prison, as well. Gangs, etc. many reasons

[@benfrese3573]

That's just one aspect of it though. I think most people resent facial tattoos because they are usually done poorly and worn by thugs. So whenever I see someone with one I think "oh look, they has nothing to lose" - I mean even Post Malone looks homeless.

[@MissMinikku]

So happy you had him on your podcast, gotta admire a guy like Huberman :) can't wait for the full episode!

[@azaleaslightsage1271]

WOW a teacher/Healer That actually said " it's not about me, it's about teaching, delivering a message" FINALLY ! So many spend more than half the teachings talking about themselves, then they interject themselves into it any chance they can. I've walked out of so many lectures/teachers because of this, switch off podcasts for the same reason. Bravo 👏

[@Red_AIert]

It’s nice to know someone is a really good person and you haven’t even met them. Mr. Huberman is helpful to so many people. 👍🏽

[@KarlMagnusBlindheim]

First time watcher here. Seriously, the production design and technical level of this podcast is some of the best I have ever seen, including legacy media. Beautiful photography, set design, lighting, sound... new fan here.

[@matmachina]

I though my respect for Dr Huberman had reached it's topmost level after his very first podcast episode. Hearing this has just skyrocketed my respect for him even further. What an absolute mad lad this guy is.

[@BrandonAOrtiz]

I just started watching Andrew, and the more I learn about him fascinates me. His life story is full of depth

[@10000words1]

My path intersected with Andrew's years ago, and he is truly as down to Earth as he seems

[@hashtagjay4266]

as someone with face tatts and other visible places, i got them during a very dark time in my life, i didn't care about anything. they really show what you feel on the inside. when i overcame that dark time i came out matured and reflected alot on them and myself to the point where i had very bad social anxiety and preferred to stay in doors, i have to be cautious where i am at all times because i travel for work. im over the anxiety now and just accept its my consequence of my own decisions, i carry my self with respect and show manners which in return make people more interested in me for some reason and in a way i develop more sincere relationships. from my experience i can just say be aware of the consequences if you are thinking about it, you'll need to learn to live with it if you are self aware or become self aware afterwards. if you don't like attention and to be more in the shadows (like i do) DON'T get visible tattoos or at least not from the neck and above.

[@incognitotorpedo42]

Have you considered getting the face tatts lasered off? As I understand it, the technology is pretty decent now. Just a thought. I'm not trying to tell you what to do with your body, but it sounds like they aren't a total positive for you. It's good to be aware of options.

[@nightmares2night77]

There is removal buddy, are u poor ? 😂

[@hashtagjay4266]

@@incognitotorpedo42 yeah ive already considered it and will go through with it sometime in the near future but at the same time its kind of like i just want to own my decision you feel me?

[@hashtagjay4266]

@@nightmares2night77 yeah very poor, homeless actually.

[@TireSlayer55]

@@hashtagjay4266wow, just when I thought the other guy couldn’t look like even more of an ass… hope your situation improves.

[@arctic3032]

I have several tattoos, but made the decision early on to not have them show when in a suit.

[@Aworology333]

You're always getting judged by people based off anything. Fuck what people think, let them judge you. Do you!

[@allentastic]

I love this because he is verbalizing a lot of things that I intuitively fell in love with tattoos for but had no conscious conception of. Tattoos are camouflage that can very effectively trick our feeble image receptors.

[@Adrian-wh3mk]

I fully relate to everything Huberman said. I’m 40 grew up in the punk rock/ DIY scene, started getting tattooed when I was 16, eventually found myself choosing to go to college in my 30s and am about to wrap up my masters at one of the well known northeastern fancy schools (hard work and persistence pays off eventually). Growing up in 80s/90s I vividly remember the reactions and general (mis)treatments from others because of being judged for what they perceived “my image” represented. Times have thoroughly changed, yet I often feel that, at least initially, all people see (almost literally) are my tattoos, and often I get pigeonholed because humans fundamentally try to reduce you to one “essential” domain for easier understanding/categorization. I dislike, like Huberman, in-group/out-group thinking because I’ve been quite variable and fluid through different circles, however most people aren’t and can’t process well the real multidimensionality of people. Try traveling through Asia or other cultures (granted more conservative/traditional cultures) with sleeves. It’s not that pleasant. I’m so much more than my choice of tattoos, yet not to many. Which is fine, but to Huberman’s point, think about how your personal choices will affect what you want to do and prepare accordingly.

[@FixedFace]

"people judge for for my stupid tatoos, it’s terrible" 😂

[@feilar12]

I continue to be so impressed with his mission. Huberman has changed what it is like to consume dry content and make it so exciting. To say he doesn’t want to be a distraction of his content is so humbling to hear. Love this conversation all around!

[@VinceFowler]

Mad respect for Andrew Huberman! This clip amplifies exactly why.

[@Mursedave]

As a nurse I feel the same way. I don’t want patients or their families to see tattoos on me and it cause them to possibly have less trust or distract from great care.

[@gagadonim3354]

Respect increased 10x after learning this about him. Saint with past is so much more interesting

[@user-fx8nj5rr5j]

What a humble man….I wish there were more men like him….truly a classy act.

[@catherinerossba-fineartma-6619]

Great to see you on here Dr. Andrew Huberman! Yay 😀 - You have a pleather of fabulous stories - and I appreciate how genuinely humble, professional, articulate, and transparent. I also really think that it’s great to hear you describe your own personal boundaries aka “Etiquette” and your reasoning with regard to your tattoos. Your fabulously impactful! 💪❤️👏

[@Xphinity]

Excellent bravado, this man knows himself and just 'gets' life. Quite an inspirational podcast, great choice Mr. Williamson.

[@ednafernandesyi]

What an inspiration. I have been watching so much of the knowledge Dr Huberman shares and it has been nothing short of life and perspective changing...thank you for sharing. I am currently for what excited me...such a good point.

[@fitrunner1317]

What I love about Andrew, his intellect & how he articulates the information. I am able to focus on the info he presents. And his passion to share valuable information to help us be better, to grow and learn

[@soulshine8531]

I had started planning and designing to finally get a few tattoos that would be very personal to me then i read an article and research about the inks and paints used and there’s no regulation on what those paints are and not surprising they can accumulate in the lymph. Bummer but i decided to pass.

[@Nick-qo8jw]

Common, you only live once. What are the chances that out of the thousands of people getting tattooed every day, you will be the unlucky person who gets sick.

[@Bjorn_R]

In my country the ink is regulated, but Im still concerned about where the ink goes over time..

[@666legnadibrom]

Don’t fucking waste your money

[@wolfmayner6274]

You have to find professional artists who work with high quality materials and tools. Any tattoo that costs less than 1,000 dollars is probably going to be trashy.

[@soulshine8531]

@@Nick-qo8jw very true.. unlikely to get sick from it.. just didn’t sit well if it’s absorbed into the bloodstream although classic carbon black seems fairly benign. Yet.. prolly choose other ways of expression. ✌🏼☺️

[@Flashtone08]

The most hipster people now days ironically don't have tattoos. So rare to find someone that breaks this mold of refusing to ink themselves.

[@rosie-cd7du]

The amount of love I have for this guy 💚 Huberman has one of the most, most informative podcast ever that helped me so much. But also he seems like a great person 🐑

[@thebarrochannel]

I feel the same. I started getting tattoos at 15. Mainly because of punk rock. It was shock value back then. I’m 40. But tattoos don’t define you at all times at every place you’re at. So, sometimes I don’t feel like people looking at my ink at all. Sometimes I feel like going unnoticed. Btw, I’m gettin laser removal.

[@kombijr]

How did the laser reveal go?

[@thebarrochannel]

@@kombijr It works. But it’s a drag, it takes time, money, and it hurts now that I’m old, as tattoos didn’t hurt back when I was a kid. Some are gone and some need more sessions but they’re fading

[@samuelallen8945]

absolutely love Andrew Huberman, consistently dropping knowledge

[@sonyawix5871]

I truly admire this man. He is Intelligent, kind and mission-driven. All his information is truly gold. And he has tattoos, now? Truly a gold mine of a human being.

[@J3ffdrums]

I just recently had surgery and had 5 lymph nodes removed. All 5 of them had black ink in them. Has definitely made me think twice about getting any more .

[@DAMfoxygrampa]

Actually ? I didn't know that happened

[@J3ffdrums]

@@DAMfoxygrampa Honestly I didn’t either. The scary part is that I had surgery because of skin cancer that popped up shortly after finishing my sleeve. No idea if there’s a connection or not. All I know is that 5 out of 5 lymph nodes removed had black ink.

[@DAMfoxygrampa]

@@J3ffdrums I've always wondered if tattoos have any relationship to cancer and I've never actually went to look for an answer nor have I heard of any connection between the 2 before. Either way, I hope you're doing better now! And I wish you the best for the future

[@J3ffdrums]

@@DAMfoxygrampa Thank you much! I’m considered cancer free after my surgery. Crazy experience to say the least.

[@DAMfoxygrampa]

@@J3ffdrums Great to hear! :)

[@TheBaumcm]

As a fairly well stacked female teacher, I get what he’s saying. I dressed extremely conservatively and often in larger sizes because it wasn’t about my self expression but about the knowledge and my students’ well being and learning was the priority. I rarely wore makeup and found I was more effective that way.

[@angrykagg421]

I like this take on tattoos being deeply personal. Plus the point of his tattoos distracting others when he is trying to share information is spot on. It is called professionalism.

[@joys8634]

that's just an excuse to hide his tattoos lmao. you really bought that? how would they be distracting and be less professionalism?Society has already got you

[@TheSwiftblad3]

@@joys8634 "society has already got you" tf should that mean lmao society got everyone

[@eyeswideopen7777]

@@joys8634 people only notice appearances

[@rhondanerren4797]

I appreciate the professionalism and wisdom of Dr. Huberman. I agree hiding the tattoos is the right thing to do as the it could definitely be a distraction to many.

[@TH-dg2mm]

The face/neck tattoo thing is interesting. I consider myself a heavily tattooed individual but when I see face tattoos out in public I'm always a little taken aback and could never figure out why I always had that knee-jerk reaction.

[@bloodgirl4]

I feel like we grew up when you tattooed all your coverable areas first, and then gained the "right" to tattoo constantly visible areas.

[@vascomachado2570]

@@bloodgirl4 Now it’s opposite lol I’m 24, completely covered. But I’ve noticed everyone is doing their hands and neck first, just so they look fully covered with clothes on lol

[@hulululu5346]

that is how i feel when i see someone wearing a mask...makes you wonder ...WHY???

[@negativeionz]

I'm always amazed at how much I have in-common with Hubberman. Neurobio major. Used to skateboard and listened to punk rock. I keep all my tattoos hidden too. I tend to dress formally. Martial artist and bodybuilder. He's clearly an introvert too.

[@gazels11]

Dr. Huberman is amazing all round. Thanks for what you do Dr. Huberman! You are educating and changing lives!

[@bscbinks]

Really enjoyed his explanation and perspective. I’m 22 and have no tattoos but plan to get sleeves. I’ve wanted sleeves for as long as I can remember and always been fascinated by tattoos. Instead of rushing into it when I turned 18 like I wanted to as a kid I’ve chosen to wait until I’m more established career wise, wiser so I can hopefully choose lasting designs I’ll always like, and wealthier so I can spend more money and get better quality for a lifetime purchase.

[@michaelewell5529]

Or you may decide against all together

[@bscbinks]

@@michaelewell5529 that’s true. it’s hard to picture that though since i’ve wanted sleeves since 10 years old or younger lol

[@halasipipacs]

Just so you know, tattoos are a deal breaker for some women. Perhaps you can say then that is good because you don't need those women but even as much as I think of Andrew Huberman I am so disappointed to learn he has tattoos

[@davidmontano7678]

@@halasipipacs the same thing can be said in the sense that some people may be more attracted to a man with tattoos. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder my friend.

[@Jadfisk]

Growing as a human being will eventually give you experiences and wisdom - a tattoo can be a lasting memory of important lessons, experiences or relationships (don’t get girlfriend names though). I’m happy for you that you are already wise enough to wait. I got my first tattoo at 27 years old years after a traumatic experience, to serve as a reminder. Hope you one day get an art piece that you can be proud of.

[@drewzcutz1]

This is a great video about tattoos and how they are perceived. I always wear large shirts and how he broke it down clearly describes how I feel! Thanks

[@ChristineAreI]

I have a sleeve tattoo and I choose to keep it hidden at work as well. He put into words what I felt. My tattoos are for me and I don’t always want others to look at them or for my tattoos to be the topic.

[@iansterling9150]

I had a similar background growing up in a local punk scene and getting tattoos. Even though times have changed people in a professional setting will always judge or attach associations to you based purely on tattoos.

[@koroglurustem1722]

Why not ? We stay alive with discernment which is judging between good and bad. Of course you should judge, but I acknowledge that it is not the final verdict of a person you're dealing with but a heuristic.

[@carladeaton3735]

Dr. Huberman is a class act!!! Thank you for teaching me and changing my life !!!

[@astroalchemystic]

The man could literally wear a mask & still manage to command the room with his powerful presence. He can cover his tattoos, dim the lights, focus on the slides & still be the most delicious man in the room. His voice makes the feminine in me, sigh in blissful submission. This clip just made him 1000000 sexier. Thanks for sharing 😌😘

[@photina262]

His intelligence is very alluring, and he’s blessed with those looks too

[@cibeleanselmo]

This right here! My exact thoughts 😍😍

[@mikewalkow1860]

I would love to see his reaction to your comment!

[@frankjames2618]

I read this as if you were a man and it was hilarious

[@mamalovesthebeach437]

Mr. Huberman is a class act. I’m 68. I’m from an era that very few people had tattoos unless you were in the military or a sailor or an ex-con. Many of my family members now have tattoos. I don’t understand the attraction and I personally would never get a tattoo. When I was almost 19 years old I was a passenger on a motorcycle that was broadsided by a car. The impact site was my left leg. The surgeon did save my leg. Possibly some of my distain for tattoos comes with being disfigured early in life. Either way, Andrew Huberman is accurate in regard to how we perceive piercings and tattoos. People can either heed his counsel or ignore it. Regardless of who you are, you do make judgments based on appearance. Don’t lie to yourself thinking you are judgment free.

[@gugy68]

Don’t care for tattoos but love Huberman. I was surprised that he had so many tattoos. Yes, I know lots of folks that are great people full of tattoos. I still sometimes take aback when I see someone with too many. I won’t deny it but I try to be open minded before judging the person.

[@JulianaProductions]

Ugh … major crush! Class, brains, muscles beard and sleeves?! Sign me up!

[@hypergraphic]

I respect his reasoning. Everyone is different for sure. For me, I don't even really like jewelry, so tattoos seems like permanent jewelry. But if that's your cup of tea go for it.

[@crossbearer6453]

But I do hope you are blunt if someone asks if they should get a tattoo or not?

[@elvislives-gl4rv]

I don't know who this man is, but he is spot on. Etiquette. Never hear about that anymore with anyone under 35. Manners either. Wow.

[@tertiuscarstens7084]

I have 4 tattoos; one on my back, chest, shoulder and forearm. Each tells a story about who I am and where I’ve been in life. However, I recently returned to my Christian roots and wish I never had them. Still, it’s nice when somebody asks me about them and I can share my story. But I will always try to cover up my tattoos when I go out into public (by wearing a long sleeve shirt) as not to be a ‘stumbling block’ for other Christians. God bless.

[@Adrian-wh3mk]

With no disrespect, kinda feels like you need to reevaluate these “Christians” you’re surrounded with

[@susanjones5592]

You are a mature Christian in spirit. Concerned for others. Most mature Christian’s would not give your tattoos a thought. But, as Paul taught back in his day, we live in an era where so many Christians have barely been weaned from milk.Whole church buildings full of these vulnerable people. You are living as Paul advised.

[@MudPig6110]

I've always been a big fan of well done tattoos, especially more of the Japanese aesthetic. I don't have any though because its just to trendy these days and I'm a bit too wishy washy to get something that permanent done. Andrew seems to have a great attitude toward tattooing. It should be a personal thing and not something you feel like you need to show off to the world.

[@jackrose5077]

I don't blame him at all for feeling that way. Seems like a really cool dude.

[@LM-ii5wb]

U feel you Andrew. I did simular things when I was a teen and now I live with the consequences of it. Mainly I've just grown and changed so much that they don't really make sense to my life anymore. Lessons learned.

[@guybuddy1]

As much as I respect and agree with what Andrew said, "Not giving a fuck” is also an important quality to possess, especially when everything is turning into a hellish inbred corporate landscape.

[@denisejames855]

I appreciate Andrew's perspective of his body art as it is called now. As I am even older than he, I find when I see someone with tattoos all over, I don't see the face etc, what he says is true. I would have to get to know the person more to be able to see beyond the pictures. I am also aware of some who wish they'd not gotten them and how much it costs to have them removed. Over time this process should become less painful to the body and the wallet, it's still something to be thought about before going into that parlour.

[@makaicreative]

I haven’t listened to this guy before and I am excited for the full episode. I recently followed your channel when you had Jordan Peterson and have been loving the conversations on your channel since. I preordered Louis Perry’s book from your interview last week.

[@StylizedKitsune]

Brilliant. This perspective is actually what Japan's tattoos purpose are (they call it irezumi) as a type of art that symbolizes one's innermost character. This type of art is custom made for each individual, with their unique meaning it's meant as something very personal. That's why they don't go around showing it.

[@CAMSLAYER13]

They are also heavily associated with crime these days

[@dudewat212]

A crime rate study on those with face tattoos would be interesting.

[@ProfShibe]

include the race as well

[@saragjerlev8462]

love this! I don't have any tattoos, but I can imagine there's a factor of privacy of wanting to keep them hidden at times and from some groups of people, especially considering the personal nature of them and their symbolism.

[@daxsheepard9344]

As a punk dude who’s always stared at because of his tattoos and covers them because of it, this is so cool. I’ve been following Andrew for about a year now and I’m JUST finding this out haha. What a cool dude. Hope I make friends like him someday

[@TheOneSpurs]

I respect him not showing them for his audience.. I personally really dislike tattoos and being forced to see them isn't fear..

[@brofivehundred4852]

This podcast is much better than any podcast including Joe's. When I watch Chris Williamson podcast, I was Like, "Damnnnnn, I like this guy". Keep Grinding Brother.

[@ChocolateJewels]

I found Dr. Huberman a few years back, put my husband and my son on him, and if you listen to his podcasts, you know that wasn’t hard. The rest is history.

[@Mikey_Anthony]

😳 woah. I’ve listened/watched SO much of his content and had no idea he had sleeves. This is very interesting and he has some solid reasoning about focusing on the data. Now I get his point and respect that, yet also have another perspective, being tattoos express a sort of authenticity aspect. Which to me, doesn’t (at least consciously) change perception in a negative way. Then again I also have a lot of them, so maybe that’s why. With that being said, I have heard on multiple occasions that people didn’t realize how intelligent I am until getting to know me (I say that as humble as possible). Which makes me wonder if my image is causing their perception to be of less intellect. My guess is yes.

[@Adrian-wh3mk]

Same here

[@andrewz2854]

“I prefer to make myself disappear and let the information come forward.” Really smart words for any educator to live by.

[@pppmcowboy]

I had to smile. I also have full sleeves that I only show to people who are close to me. I understand Andrew.

[@jainiebehling]

Same. Same age. Very similar professional experience. Appreciate his view and professional approach.

[@xZEROx569]

Lol as a heavily tattooed person I get stoped and talked to a lot by people who were on the edge and almost got one, or got one and regret it; that’s cool man it’s not for everyone and that’s okay 🤷‍♂️

[@esra_feelit]

Love you Andrew. You’re an inspiration and your explanation makes sense. I feel the same with that etiquette 💕focus on your teachings.

[@GaryHarwood]

This man has been my Joe Rogan, since I saw him on Joe Rogan. I have the ultimate respect for every word that comes from his mouth. Joe Rogan, Huberman and Peterson have changed my life for the better, in their own, individual ways

[@flaviadepaula9383]

Amazing posture and how to project himself socially. I follow him, and the admiration and respect is always increasing.

[@kansasvmax94]

I love this man. Such a good man!

[@Blacknight200]

I fully agree with Andrews statement 100% regarding tattoos and how he views to show them or not.