I agree if your going to comment to a tattoo, think long and hard about the design.
I’ve a large back piece and thankfully I love it. I spent hours, well more like months drawing, Thats probably why I lost my job! damm..
I’ve now got a better job and a tat I’m really happy with.
Can’t you find someone to do a coverup?, Tribial is one of the easier types to change or extend.
Sorry to hear about your regets.