A tattoo is not just art on the skin; it’s a complex psychophysiological process in which your brain plays a key role. Many believe that the pain of getting a tattoo is an inevitable evil, but modern research shows that it can be controlled if you understand how our nervous system works. In this article, we will explore why your pain threshold may decrease in the summer, how pain impulses are transmitted to the brain, what “tattoo high” is, and what scientifically proven methods can help you get through a session with minimal discomfort – without using strong anesthetics.