How can you convince your parents to let you have your belly button pierced?

Answer 1

well, this is what i did. Before I asked my mom i gathered alot of info from the internet. Then i sat down with my mom and gave her all the info i gathered. (which was ALOT) I thought for sure it would work. But at first she said she didnt think so, then it was a absolutely no. But i didnt quit. I found this letter on the internet that sombody had given to there mom, and it worked for them. So, i tried it. And it started to loosen her up. I made a deal with her. I said it could be my birthday present and this years Christmas present from her. Because she usually spends at least 200 dollars on me. This way shes only spending around $30. I told her that i would work really hard on my school work. That definitly worked she said yes, so on my 13th birthday she took me to get my belly button pierced. Good Luck!!!

P.S. This is the note I gave my mom.

There are many reasons why I believe I should be able to have the right to do what I want with my body to some extent. I am not asking for a large tattoo on my arm or a nose ring. I am asking for a belly button piercing that will rarely be shown to the public. I guess right now you are probably asking Why would she want one if the majority of the people won't ever see it? To plainly put it, I believe it is a fashion statement and an expression of my individuality. I understand that it is harder for the older generation to comprehend piercings in locations other than the ears. But looking back through history it is obvious that culture has changed significantly since the early and mid 1900s. Society is ever-changing. Twenty to thirty years ago the idea of piercing ones navel was unthinkable, but as those that decided to rebel against society emerged, new fads and styles were developed. In today's culture it is much more common to practice body modification in not only the ears but also the nose, belly button, tongue, eyebrows...Etc. I hope you recognize my maturity in writing this short paragraph and I hope that now you see my opinion on this subject. And if it provides any comfort I'm not planning to get one until my birthday because even I believe that a belly button piercing at this age is somewhat rushing things. All I'm asking is for you to reconsider your opinions on the matter