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One of the most profound symbols in Chinese imagery is the classic Yin and Yang. Illustrating the perfect balance of the universe, each contrasting side represents one aspect of the duality of life. The Yin holds the dark, earthly, female half, while the Yang holds the light, airy, male half. To balance this further, each half has a piece of the other within it. In tattoo form, there are myriad ways to represent this image. The most traditional is in the circle, but a Yin Yang sign enclosed in a lotus flower is also a popular image, the lotus flower also symbolizing balance and purity. Following this trend, you can place the Yin Yang in almost any shape, bringing balance to anything. An eye, for example, expresses internal and external balance, whereas a Yin Yang heart expresses emotional balance.

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