Biracial Blues

<p><strong style=color: rgba(38 38 38 1)>Ariel's profound and authentic memoir <em>Biracial Blues</em> demonstrates the pain and confusion society imposes on anyone who doesn't fit a look. She takes readers through the process of healing from emotional trauma as a biracial child.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(38 38 38 1)>Born in the early 90s Ariel was born to a Puerto Rican mother and knew nothing of her father-save that he was Black and his name was Gregory. In her community being biracial was uncommon. Standing out in this respect led to a childhood battle of isolation stereotypes and racism.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(38 38 38 1)>Ariel didn't allow others' hate to defeat her. She journeyed through several difficult stages of life to become the confident self-loving woman she is today.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(38 38 38 1)>To help others in similar situations she shares her method of healing.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(38 38 38 1)>Through this book into which Ariel has poured her heart and soul readers will relive Ariel's childhood through the five stages of grief:</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(38 38 38 1)> </span></p><ul><li><strong>Denial</strong>. Walk with Ariel on the playground hear her classmates berate her and feel the complex mix of emotions Ariel felt as she wondered where she fit in.</li><li><strong>Anger</strong>. Feel Ariel's frustration at being mixed and how styling her hair became a contentious point of prejudice and acceptance.</li><li><strong>Bargaining</strong>. Experience the pivotal shifts Ariel had in her 20s and what she decided to do.</li><li><strong>Depression</strong>. Discover how a co-worker's comment triggers Ariel's childhood trauma and sinks her into depression that her son Kaiden pulls her out of.</li><li><strong>Acceptance</strong>. Experience peace of mind as Ariel learns more about where she comes from and falls in love with her heritage.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style=color: rgba(38 38 38 1)>Perfect for parents and children 12 and up Ariel's book combines relatable personal stories with the hope of learning to love yourself no matter the prejudice you face.</span></p>