Karen Wilson - My Body is my Home
Karen Wilson is a Body Love & Confidence Guide, Author, and Motivational Storytelling Speaker
My Body is My Home is a solo performance full of humor, heartache, and raw emotion that comes with exploring self-discovery, love, and taking chances. From battling bullies to finding love, this show will have you wondering what's next.
Synopsis
From childhood ballet classes and schoolyard taunts to a tumultuous romance gone wrong Karen's self-worth is continually challenged. Struggling with low self-esteem and societal expectations, she embarks on a path marked by unhealthy coping mechanisms and weight battles.
A transformative moment in a bathroom stall propels her into a cycle of weight loss and relentless self-improvement, but admiration from others only deepens her inner conflict.
As she navigates single motherhood, demanding jobs, and a new environment, Karen confronts her self-doubt and the pressures to conform. An unexpected loss unlocks a positive turn as she learns to appreciate fitness for its joy rather than as punishment.
Through resilience and self-discovery, she reclaims her identity, Karen’s raw storytelling is a testament to the power of forgiveness, hope, and the enduring quest for self-love.
"You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll relate, and you'll leave the theatre feeling like you can do anything"
Spoken word lyrics written by Megan Abel
Cast & Crew: Karen Wilson