Is 'where are you from' a problematic question?

Before moving to France, the only time I’d ever hear the “Where are you from” question directed at me would be on vacation. I was surrounded by people from out of the area, usually other Americans. It was lighthearted small talk that didn’t count for much.

But after moving to France, the same question comes up regularly and it feels different. People notice my accent and then the inevitable question follows. It can feel loaded and definitely isn’t always friendly or lighthearted. On our worst days, maybe we bristle at the question and feel defensive because it’s just another reminder that we’re different and don’t belong. Let's talk.

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