Even if you are from the same neighborhood as someone else, you might still be coming from different places. Where you are from is a complicated question and it elicits complicated, but interesting and thought-provoking responses. We’ve shared some of those responses below.

Dr. Leyla Hur | Spiritual Medium, Master Reiki Healer, Psychic Wellness and Empowerment Mentor

My origin story is quite miraculous, and is an absolute direct impact to my entire life, and who I am today. I was born in London, England due to Mum having complications in pregnancy; however, Read more>>

Puja Robinson | Astrologer

I’m originally from a small town of around 8,000 people in Northern Arizona. I was raised Buddhist by my writer and hippie mom. Because we lived in such a small town, there was very little light pollution and I was able to see the milky way most nights. Read more>>

Natalia Farahmand | CEO of Desiderio Beauty, Award-Winning Pro MUA & Hairstylist

I’m a first generation Canadian-Iranian, my parents immigrated to Canada in pursuit of a better quality of life for our family. My father has a strong entrepreneurial background and became successful in business. Read more>>

Jayra Camarena | Founder and Executive Director

I was born in Los Angeles, CA. My upbringing has everything to do who I am today. I was raised by a single immigrant mother who cleaned housed and had a chronic illness. I had to grow up fast, Since a young age, I had to help my mother clean houses and watch over my younger sister. My mother has been an example of working hard and being resilient. Read more>>

Jabarha Nichols | Owner and C.E.O. of Kuttz Enterprises LLC

I’m from Flagstaff Arizona, I had only a mother at home, she was always working hard to take care of 2 kids. I watched her and the first thing she taught me was the value of hard work and being there for your kids. I’ve built my career with hard work and with my kids in mind every step of the way. Read more>>

Ashanti Wright | Founder

I am a Phoenician! Born and raised in Arizona, I grew up with my loving and dedicated parents, 3 siblings and a host of furry animals. Growing up my parents were very involved with church and the community. Read more>>

Claudia Granger | Psychic Medium, Soul Empath and Spiritual Mentor and Life Coach

I am German by birth and immigrated in the year 2000. I studied Theology to become a priest, but with the gifts of seeing spirits and not getting answers from the professors, I decided then to become a priest was too narrow-minded. Read more>>

Franklin Ponce | Video Editor

I am an Ecuadorian American. I spent my childhood in Ecuador and grew up surrounded by my siblings and my mother. From them I learnt how to be resilient and have good working values. At the age of 17 I moved to nyc and finished high school here. Read more>>

Rebecca Bueno | Owner & Baker

I was born and raised in the Philippines by a single mother raising three children. Growing up, I witnessed my mom’s life struggles and victories and it wasn’t easy. I admire her strength and courage that made a big impact to the strong willed and independent woman I am today. Read more>>

Essence Baham | Black & LGBTQ Owner

I am from Lancaster, California. A small city an hour and a half away from Los Angeles with a high level of poverty. I was raised by a single mother in a middle class home. She did her best but sometimes things were hard. I think my creativity stemmed from those experiences because often we had to make something out of nothing. Read more>>