The feeling of being put into a box when it comes to how you identify yourself is a horrible emotion.
On the same hand it is frustrating when people tell you to just choose one race/ethnicity.
The effort to push someone to prove who they are is despicable, but if you think about it in another light, it is a chance for you to shine all of [your] glory.
Side note: if you tell people that you are mixed with brujeria, you are my people. Lol!!
You do not have to choose one or prove yourself.
Every curl on your head, area of poof, or the beautify of your skin is yours.
-Dr. KayLa N. Allen’s “Dear Mixed Girl” letters
The “Dear Mixed Girl” letters are a series from Dr. KayLa N. Allen that share experiences, motivation, and compassion. These letters are linked to the “Dear Mixed Girl, What is Your Identity?” coaching program. Related messaging that Dr. KayLa creates is to re-shape the way that mixed girls and women think about themselves and how they contribute to the world by being themselves.
No “mixed” experience is the same, but many parts of the biracial/multi-ethnic experience are similar. It is in these similarities that we can find individuals truths and ways in which we can become the best version of ourselves regardless of what the world may show us.
Dr. KayLa N. Allen’s greatest hope is to share with others her truth and what lives inside of her so that there can be sustainable changes and powerful impact in those living the life of a “mixed” girl.
If you or the mixed girl in your life felt the impact of this letter, read more empowering messages and find out how you can transform yourself, be proud of who you are, and lead a unique and joyful life via Dr. KayLa N. Allen’s coaching programs.