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African Bloodline: My Ancestry Results

I was super curious to know my ethnicity results ever since I shipped off my DNA kit to Ancestry. The company informs you that it will take up to six weeks to obtain your results, which in my case was accurate. It actually came a few days earlier than I expected. One feature that I liked about Ancestry DNA was the text notifications.  They send you multiple text messages throughout… Read More »African Bloodline: My Ancestry Results

I am African: Identity Formation

Identity formation is a crucial part of building your self-esteem. It is easier to understand your identity when you are a part of a larger group and you are able to discover your role and/or connection to that group. That connection gives you a sense of belonging and pride, which in turns help build your identity and self-esteem; this is why it is necessary for us to understand our heritage… Read More »I am African: Identity Formation