I come from a conservative Indian household, where physical affection such as hugs and cuddles – even for the children – was always rare. Another big ‘no no’ in our family was any kind of nudity.
Well, I guess I’ve always been something of the black sheep of the family. As a kid, I would often run around nude because I hated wearing clothes. I was also something other than a trouble-maker, while still being sensitive and a free spirit. I should add that I also have a birthmark on the right cheek of my bottom, which as a child was always something of a natural target for grown-ups!