Find an artist you like and hit them up, discuss ideas, they can draw it up a few times, then once you’re happy with it just go for it. You’ll be thinking about it forever otherwise. Some of my favourite tattoos are the ones I thought about the least.
I think that's the issue (you're bang on). Wanting to ensure I get something solely for me which is meaningful (again to me and mine) and not following fashion/trend has got me thinking waaaay too much and with too much caution. I'll follow your advice!
Find an artist you like and hit them up, discuss ideas, they can draw it up a few times, then once you’re happy with it just go for it. You’ll be thinking about it forever otherwise. Some of my favourite tattoos are the ones I thought about the least.