Join me today to visit with Daralyse Lyons. Daralyese grew up in Connecticut in a mostly white community, but her mom understood the importance of representation as she was growing up.

Daralyse Lyons, aka the Transformational Storyteller, is a Biracial journalist, actor, and activist who has made it her mission to stand for a more integrated world. After writing an award-winning children’s book (I’m Mixed!) about embracing her multiethnic heritage, she found her passion and her purpose in empowering others to embrace all aspects of themselves. She has written and spoken extensively about all dimensions of diversity, and feels tremendous gratitude for the opportunity to use her seemingly disparate background as a catalyst for cross-cultural understanding.

Her TEDx Talk “Black or White? Refusing to Choose & Embracing Biracial Identity” encourages individuals to embrace their own conceptions of themselves, rather than adhering to the mandates of a broken society. She is grateful for the opportunity to explore the experiences of other multiracial folx, and to amplify their voices.

We want to hear every story! Tag us @mixd.movement or email us directly at [email protected] and tell us your stories!

Rachael wants to empower people to love all parts of themselves in order to attain the life of their dreams. Send her a message at [email protected] or find her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/polished.velvet/

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