Love Is Blind… But Scars Aren’t: Ashley Nelson on Dating with Hidden Burns

This week on Girls with Grafts, Amber and Rachel sit down with Ashley Nelson for an honest conversation about identity, confidence, and dating after a burn injury. Ashley shares how she changed her mindset from seeing herself as a “burn victim” to a “burn survivor,” and how this new perspective changed how she views herself. She also talks about her dating experiences, including how she tells her story, the support she received, and the tough moments that helped her grow. ❤️ Ashley also describes small acts of courage, like getting a pedicure at a nail salon while people stare, and reminding herself that her scars do not define her worth. 💅 We also talk about Love Is Blind Season 10, Emma Betsinger, and how pop culture can start important conversations about vulnerability, being seen, and handling tough topics in relationships. This episode is real, relatable, and reminds us that confidence isn’t about hiding your scars. It’s about owning your story. ✨ #BurnSurvivor #GirlsWithGrafts #Podcast #SurvivorPodcast #BurnSurvivorStories ⭐️ Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors! Meet Our Guest Ashley Nelson is 33 years old and sustained burns over 35% of her body at the age of 24. She currently works as a Sales Account Manager and holds a degree in Psychology. Links Find fire blankets on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=fire+blankets&crid=2LOKE71OU1MNK&sprefix=fire+blanket%2Caps%2C171&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 Learn more about Phoenix World Burn Congress: https://www.phoenix-society.org/phoenix-wbc Explore Dateability: https://info.dateabilityapp.com/ Watch “In Sickness and In Health: A Modern Dating App for Disabilities, Introducing Dateability:” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32N8Lzp0yno Read “Love Is Blind’s Emma Admits She ‘Felt So Isolated’ Going into the Pods Due to Her 'Unique Story':” https://people.com/love-is-blind-emma-admits-she-felt-so-isolated-going-into-the-pods-due-to-a-unique-story-exclusive-11908197 Podcast Sponsor Today’s podcast is powered by Gropper & Nejat, a personal injury firm dedicated to supporting burn survivors in New York and New Jersey. They understand the physical, emotional, and financial challenges that come with burn injuries and fight tirelessly to secure justice and compensation for their clients. Receive a free consultation today by visiting groppernejat.com. Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.