Piercings

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"Archaeologists have found Egyptian and Macedonian jewelry for pierced ears dating back to 2,000 BC, and many contemporary cultures preserve the piercing of ears, nose, tongues etc. as a rite of passage from childhood" (Monohan, Roger 1). People get pierced no matter what their race, sex, creed, color, or sexual orientation. "The practice crosses economic boundaries, and pervades all aspects of our society equally" (Monohan, Roger 1). "Realizing and appreciating diversity fosters understanding of other cultures and helps break down the walls of prejudice that separate us" (Robinson, Karen R 2).
"It doesn’t change them, it just changes peoples initial response to them" (Cecilia and Denise 8). Society is very stereotypical in that we constantly judge people based solely on their appearances. Some people assume that all individuals with tongue are sexually promiscuous, punks, freaks, or lack intelligence. But these stereotypes are just as they appear: labels, branding ...

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