2006-06-27 07:53:52 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
the same im mexican but i was raised white with no mexican accent and stuff
2006-06-27 07:55:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess betrayal hurts, no matter what the subject. It hurts to know that your parents weren't honest with you from the start, but they are human and capable of making error. I bet they were only doing what they felt was best for you, even if it wasn't.
I was born intersexed, but was "fixed", and both my mother and doctor felt I would be better adjusted if I never know. Obviously I found out, and went through the whole identity thing. Still I wish I had known earlier. I feel like something that was my right was taking away.
Maybe you feel this way too. But I am a very happy person, and the gender thing is just an aspect of me, as your ethnic background is just an aspect of you. Neither is the whole of us. Still, those are pretty big parts of us, huh?
2006-06-27 15:09:00 · answer #2 · answered by Thinkithtrough 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would be sad at first for not knowing that I have an Indian heritage in me but its never to late. Lucky you found out. Now, you can explore and discover what being an Indian is all about. I say study your Indian culture, keep an open mind and discover new things. I believe you'll be suprised and you will feel better about yourself and who you are after doing this. Good luck.
2006-06-27 15:04:32 · answer #3 · answered by Watuzi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, you are probably white too. I think I would ask why you were never told that you had Indian in you but we are all pretty much in the same boat. I don't think anyone is truly one race any longer. You said that you were Indian, do you mean that a parent is Indian or are we talking about grandparent, great grandparent? If it isn't a parent, I wouldn't worry to much about it. I don't see that it changes who you are or that your parents love you. You know now, make the changes you see fit.
2006-06-27 14:59:40 · answer #4 · answered by Nikki R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Heritage is always good to know, but being raised in a loving family is the most important thing. To have a family to love, and to be able to reciprocate that love allows a child to mature into a well adjusted adult. One that can deal with any of the pressures that society places on them. Knowing your roots allows you to help understand some of the decisions you make, and place the right am mount of emphasis on where you should be heading.
Good luck, and may God bless!!!
Lonnie
2006-06-27 15:01:10 · answer #5 · answered by lonnie_m_d 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess you would feel horrible if you were raised with a sense of superiority, but I guess it woud be a big blow for anyone.
My friend is West Indian and just recently found out that her biological mother was Middle Eastern. I guess that's a whole other culture she missed out on. But its never too late to try to embrace it if thats what you wanted to do.
2006-06-27 14:58:11 · answer #6 · answered by Toodles 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mother had a baby when she was very young and gave her up for adoption. She found us 10 years ago when she had a son and it has been and incredible blessing to have her in our lives. We're Greek and celebrate our heritage in everything we do. She was raised as white as it gets, no culture of any kind. Since she rejoined our family she has embraced her heritage and adopted all the wonderful things that go with it. It's added something great to her life and she's proud of it. Be proud that you're Indian, learn about your heritage and culture and celebrate it. Try to not think of it as something that was hidden from you, think of it as something that has just been added to your life.
2006-06-27 15:06:36 · answer #7 · answered by tysmommy29 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on if you view being white/Indian a matter of race or culture. If it is simply the color of your skin, then it doesn't matter much, but if you look at it as a cultural thing, then I might want to find out more about my heritage.
2006-06-27 14:58:11 · answer #8 · answered by PiccChick12 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What's the problem then? Would you have "acted" Indian or something if you had known earlier?
You can still embrace and celebrate your culture after being "raised white."
2006-06-27 14:56:28 · answer #9 · answered by Jasmine Lily 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't feel any differently about myself. I am who I am.
However, when you say Indian, do you mean native american? If so, you do have certain rights and opportunities to government grants and such. Especially if you can prove that you are a part of a registered tribe. May be worth checking out.
Good luck and just remember it should be about race, sex or religion. We're all people...a part of society.
2006-06-27 15:09:55 · answer #10 · answered by THP 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How can you be raised white? White is a skin color, not a culture. That's like saying you were raised blue-eyed.
2006-06-27 14:56:57 · answer #11 · answered by Not Allie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋