If you're in need of others opinion, then you shouldn't do it. What does the rest of the world care about what you choose to do to your own body? Something to think about.
I'm not the type to sugar coat things. Respectfully, I think people shouldn't look to others to provide their happiness and security. Learn and move on, going backwards prevents you from living to the fullest.
Don't go through life apologizing. You can't please everyone,and you shouldn't try to. You're fine. If people don't like what you have to say,they can go make a sandwich.
RE: WHAT I LEARNED WHEN I WAS RIDING MY MOTORCYCLE...
Awesome. I absolutely agree.