Amit Ghose has spent his life navigating a world quick to judge by appearance. Born with Neurofibromatosis Type 1, a genetic condition that causes benign tumors to grow along nerves, he’s faced stares, rejection, and cruel comments—all for looking different.

At 11, Amit lost his left eye to surgery. The bullying that followed left emotional scars. “One kid said, ‘You don’t need a Halloween mask—you’ve got one for life,’” he recalled. For years, he hid himself, feeling unworthy and afraid to join in.

But things began to change when he joined his school’s cricket team. The sport helped him find connection, confidence, and joy in something beyond his appearance.

Now an author and motivational speaker, Amit is using his voice to help others feel seen and accepted. His children’s book, Born Different, encourages kids to embrace what makes them unique. “You’re not broken,” he says. “You’re born different—and that’s your superpower.”

Amit also shares his journey on TikTok, where over 200,000 followers support his message of self-love. People from around the world have reached out with heartfelt messages, calling him inspiring, brave, and a true teacher of compassion.

Despite ongoing challenges, Amit’s story is a powerful reminder: our value isn’t defined by how we look, but by how we rise above what tries to hold us back. His life continues to inspire empathy, inclusivity, and the strength to be proud of who we are—exactly as we are.