Misunderstood

In Misunderstood, Karen Rose Kobylka shares the raw and deeply personal aftermath of living through bipolar disorder, stigma, loss, and profound personal upheaval. More than a story of breakdown, this memoir is about what comes after, the grief, the isolation, the misunderstanding, and the quiet courage it takes to begin again.With honesty, vulnerability, and hard-won insight, Karen reflects on losing her former life, being misread in the midst of crisis, and slowly learning how to rebuild from the inside out. From the devastation of mental illness and social rejection to the small acts of faith, work, and creativity that helped her survive, Misunderstood is a powerful story of resilience and starting over.This is a memoir for anyone who has ever felt judged instead of helped, unseen instead of understood, or forced to rebuild a life they never imagined losing.

Karen Rose Kobylka, a Canadian entrepreneur and thought leader, boasts a 38-year career in the beauty industry that evolved into a thriving beauty empire. Once recognized as a beauty expert, Karen expanded her influence from pioneering the mobile beauty industry to growing her business from three to 16 salons. Despite reaching the peak of success, tragedy struck her life, leading to a journey involving mental health challenges, homelessness, and poverty.Karen's resilience and commitment to self-discovery led her to become a spiritual teacher and evidential medium. Now based in Vancouver Island, Karen focuses on developing her spiritual coaching career. Through her memoir, 'Soul Dance,' she shares her transformative journey and offers spiritual readings to help others overcome obstacles and achieve their soul's desires. Karen is a testament to the human spirit's resilience, advocating for mental health awareness and inspiring others on their paths to healing and recovery.