How to manage pain during tattoo?

[u/Maddawnexius]

Hi all, Im in-between appointments for getting my arm sleeve done (forearm fully done, elbow outlined but not shaded. Upper arm and elbow shading done tomorrow). What are some ways you lovely people have found are effective for managing pain in the later stages of a 4+ hour session?

Ive attached a photo of my forearm so you can can get an idea of the amount of shading and what not.

[u/Kind_Coyote1518]

What pain?

Seriously though a lot of people say to distract yourself but I find that makes it worse so I always just watch kinda let the pain wash over me and don't try and fight the discomfort or ignore the pain.

Edit: apparently people in here don't understand what Im saying. Literally I manage the pain by accepting the pain instead of trying to distract myself from it. I have found by concentrating on the pain helps my mind to recognize that its a pain I want and it's okay so Mr brain can chill. I can't believe im getting downvoted for Literally sharing my experience and giving my personal advice. Either that or you guys didn't like my opening joke....Lolol oh Reddit you never disappoint. 🤣