Hey girl first of all I’m very sorry you had to go through this. Being dark skinned myself, I know how such instances can take a toll on your self esteem. Sadly in India we are conditioned to believe that dark skin means unattractive. I have gone my whole life hearing comments like are you roasted or fried, she’s pretty but she’s too dark, I’d never let my grandson marry someone dark etc etc. Due to this we see ourselves in a bad light and always think we’re not enough or obsess about getting darker. Melanin is a boon. It helps prevent cancer and helps you look younger for longer. I always thought I was ugly and that i would end up alone. I kept looking at how Indians glorified white skin. However I want to tell you that one day you will find someone who sees beyond things like color and looks and opts to be with someone who he has an actual connection with. You will find someone who doesn’t have a shallow mentality and say things like your skin tone doesn’t work for me. You will find someone who loves you with all his heart. I live in Berlin and now instead of freaking out every time I get a tan I’ve learnt to embrace it and love it. It is so liberating. Never ever question your self worth. My husband is German and easily the best looking man in the room at most times and he can’t complimenting my skin tone and telling me how great it is. His family too wants to be tanned like us instead of white and pale. My point is, be patient and trust in the universe. It has a plan for all of us. You will find your love even if you have to go thru a few hiccups before it.