Age Quote by Michaela DePrince
“At the age of four I lost my parents and my uncle chose to leave me in an orphanage. Due a skin condition called vitiligo I was called the Devil's Child, and was very unhappy.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC, 2018
She recounts early trauma, abandonment, and stigma from vitiligo, leading to unhappiness.
In simple terms: Childhood trauma and stigma caused deep pain.
Seek support and self‑acceptance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy
- support groups
- advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How did you find resilience?
- What can society do better?
Stigma can be overcome with community.