Meet 'India Witkin', a woman who's learned to love her name, and in the process, discovered the power of self-acceptance. Born and raised in New York, India's journey with her unique name has been a rollercoaster of emotions, from feeling embarrassed to being grateful for the cultural connection it brings.
Growing up, India's name was often a conversation starter — sometimes for the wrong reasons. She faced teasing in the US and questioning in India, leaving her feeling stuck between two worlds. But as she navigated her way through life, India began to see her name in a different light. She realised it wasn't just a label, but a connection to her heritage and roots.
She posted on Instagram, "I grew up having such a love-hate relationship with my name. I was teased in America, then questi

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