Author: Kari Storm

I haven’t written much in the past six months. The longer I went without writing, the more I started getting in my head about it.  I’ve been putting so much pressure on myself to have it be perfect. To the point I felt like I didn’t even want to try if it wouldn’t be perfect.… Continue reading Beginning Again

You know when you’re having a conversation with someone and they express a viewpoint that you disagree with, but you just politely nod along because you’re afraid of what they’ll think about what you have to say? So, you stay silent. Which might feel like the safe choice at the time, but then you beat… Continue reading Speaking Out Loud

Defying Gravity is one of my favorite songs because it’s such an anthem for authenticity. It makes my heart sing. I particularly love this version, by a young girl auditioning for Britain's Got Talent. She is such a joy to watch as she shares her gift with the world. That’s what I want to be… Continue reading Defying Gravity

Sometimes I get so down on myself when I slip back into old patterns, like I “should” know better. I’m “more evolved” than this. During these times I’ve found it helpful to reflect back on how far I’ve come. I seriously have grown SO MUCH. I’ve been speaking and living my truth so much more.… Continue reading I Have the Power

You know that bad dream where you’re at school completely naked?   Living with a physical difference, I feel like this everyday. My biggest insecurity on display for the world to see. Lingering stares, occasionally children pointing. It’s a very vulnerable feeling.  Sometimes I just pull my sleeve over my hand or put it in my… Continue reading Choosing to Be Naked