Growing up, I always found visits to my relative’s home in India incredibly unsettling. They would constantly advise me about ways I could seek to lighten my facial skin.
Looking back today, I see how odd it was that they truly seemed unable to accept that I was born this way, so would look as I did for the rest of my life.
It took years for me to understand the concept of self-worth, but over the years, I was able to grasp it, and I tried not to let other’s feelings about me adversely impact the way I perceived myself. My skin became thicker. It had to.
Now I actually live in India, I realize I am far from alone in being disparaged because of my skin color.
My experiences have inspired me to be an advocate for change. Therefore I created this page, to be spread awareness about colorism and to ensure people who have had similar experiences that they are not alone.
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