Quote Originally Posted by Demeter
Of course, all those people are reacting from ignorance, though knowing that doesn't remove the pain such behavior inflicts. The best thing to do with pain is allow it to make you stronger. Venting as you did is very smart- it helps keep you from getting bitter. If you get bitter, they win.:wtf: If you get strong and centered despite obstacles, you win big-

You might find people in other regions more educated and aware... I couldn't live in certain places in this country because of the way many of the people think- I need to live in a diverse area with educated and multicultured minds

Anyway, they are just jealous because Hispanics are so sexy that's just my opinion
That's pretty cool, Demeter. It's like saying that you take power away from your emotions when you express them, you accept that the anger and frustration is a part of you and "allow" it to manifest in a form other than denial or bitterness. And that's the opposite of racism.
Ganj Reviewed by Ganj on . A culture cannot be represented by certain people. I hope I don't offend anyone. But I'm not going to bite my tounge. Because it's gotten out of hand. At first I was understanding but now my family is getting attacked. at first I considered them actions of stupid, drunk, maybe ignorant guys but now it's women, men, kids etc. I'm talking about the negative views towards hispanics in the U.S. Mainly, it's confusion. They think I'm mexican or puerto rican. but don't seem to respect my colombian background once I clear it up for them. It's not Rating: 5