Navigating Authenticity in a Curated World with Kari Marton-Rollins

In this episode of the Well to You podcast, host Sue McCarroll welcomes Kari Marton-Rollins, founder of The Quote Project — a powerful initiative blending photography and storytelling to amplify women's voices.

Kari shares her path from psychiatric nurse practitioner to photographer, and how her passion for authentic expression led to the birth of The Quote Project. Together, Sue and Kari explore themes of self-worth, vulnerability, and the healing power of sharing personal stories.

They dive into the challenges of showing up authentically on social media, the importance of creating safe spaces for storytelling, and how personal growth can emerge through art and reflection. At the heart of this conversation is a celebration of connection, community, and the freedom to own your narrative.

What quote would kari choose if she was a particpant?

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” -Pablo Picasso 

📝 Key Takeaways:

✅ The Quote Project empowers women through honest storytelling and impactful photography.
✅ Self-worth is foundational to prioritizing wellness and showing up fully.
✅ Vulnerability fosters deep human connection and shared understanding.
✅ Authenticity matters — especially in a world shaped by curated online lives.
✅ Creative projects can be a powerful path to personal growth and self-discovery.
✅ Art and storytelling are tools for healing, empowerment, and community building.
✅ Giving people control over how their story is told promotes trust and healing.

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📌 Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to The Quote Project
02:15 – The Evolution of The Project
05:36 – Self-Worth & Vulnerability
10:03 – Navigating Authenticity Online
12:14 – Professionalism vs. Personal Truth
18:08 – Photography as Storytelling
20:03 – The Power of Shared Stories
24:32 – Vulnerability & Narrative Control
25:57 – Finding Connection Through Story
29:12 – Growth Through Personal Journeys
34:16 – Creating a Space for Diverse Voices

Featured Quotes

🗣️ "I want to keep it real and authentic."
🗣️ "This is not all about trauma."
🗣️ "It's all about sharing stories."
🗣️ "I want to start it without an end goal."
🗣️ "It's an evolution."
🗣️ "It's a calling."
🗣️ "I just wanted it to be an experience."

Keywords: 

The Quote Project, women's empowerment, photography, storytelling, self-worth, vulnerability, mental health, social media, authenticity, personal growth, empowerment, community, healing, connection, art

🎙️ Meet Your Host: Sue McCarroll

Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio, a holistic health coach, certified Pilates teacher, and passionate guide for women navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood, business, and self-discove

Meet your host:

Sue McCarroll is the founder of Opal Wellness Studio. Sue has a unique style of coaching women to increase self-care, self-compassion, navigate busy mom life and nourish their bodies mentally, emotionally, and physically. She is is a holistic health coach, Pilates teacher, business owner and mom who gave up diet-culture beliefs to live a lifestyle full of clarity and vitality!

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