My Asian-American Experience Living in Asia and Europe

Those who know me know I have a big mouth, and have no problem sharing my personal story. But when I was asked to share about my Asian-American identity at work for Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in May, I admit I was a bit nervous. I’ve never really given it much thought because I’ve dealt with race (I assume) similarly to most Asian Americans: sweep it under the rug and, quite frankly, dismiss it in hopes of just fitting in. Somehow speaking out about racial inequity would bring unwanted attention and make me sound ungrateful for all the…