This Model Refused To Have Her Birthmark Removed And We’re All Inspired

Never Be Ashamed Of Who You Are

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“I’m proud of having a nevus, it’s a part of who I am and how I learned to like myself,” she said. “I will never be ashamed of my nevus and feel good having it.” Mariana said regardless of what people say, she plans to continue her work. And while she’s certainly unique, the brave women who appear further down this list will show she is certainly not alone.