Sebene reflects on the complexities of growing up in a predominantly white, upper-middle-class environment while being part of a tight-knit Ethiopian community. Struggling with feelings of confusion and isolation, he found solace in sports and physical activities, even as he grappled with the weight of responsibility for his intellectually disabled sister. His experiences highlight the challenges of identity and belonging during formative years, leading him to explore meditation as a tool for understanding himself and his place in the world.
