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“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.” quote by Michaela DePrince
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“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.”

Michaela DePrince

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.

Key Takeaway

Seek support and self‑acceptance.

Themes

trauma identity stigma

Mood

hopeful somber

Type

personal inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • support groups
  • advocacy

Key Concepts

psychology social exclusion self‑esteem

Questions to Reflect On

  • How did you find resilience?
  • What can society do better?
A Different Perspective

Stigma can be overcome with community.

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