In this In Conversation With Katie, Kirst and Katie explore the everyday realities of living with visible difference after a burn injury.
They reflect on how small, often unspoken reactions from others – in public spaces, social situations, and everyday interactions – can have a lasting impact on confidence, self-esteem, and emotional recovery.
From moments of discomfort to the challenge of rebuilding confidence in social environments, the conversation highlights how recovery extends far beyond physical healing into identity, resilience, and how people navigate the world around them.
This is a candid reflection on lived experience and the importance of understanding the hidden impact of how others respond to visible difference.