If you are indigenous, or a person of color, you could understand discrimination all too well.

As an indigenous person, there are also the effects of intergenerational trauma and disadvantages that culture may only attempt to understand.

You may have found the road is more difficult. And therefore, it is important to recognise and look after your mental health, realizing the special effects of discrimination.

You may have an Indigenous, African-American, or an Asian background, or anywhere around the world. If you feel separate based on your color, your journey in this land will still be beautiful, but it may be different and it may be more difficult. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experience a higher rate of mental health issues than non-Indigenous Australians. Deaths from suicide are almost twice as high.

Discrimination can cause chronic stress.

You may find yourself waiting for the racist comment, and trying to prepare for it from those around you, at school or at home, or on the way to work.

It is a constant burden.

You may wish to consult a professional.

Clear the stigma of seeking help for mental health problems - you may just find it sets you on your way.

If this relates to you, seek to develop strong, positive views of your race.

You are a special character with unique qualities that deserve to be shown to the world!