Hi, I’m Kaylee! Welcome to Growth Beyond Obstacles, a space where I share my personal journey of transformation, healing, and rediscovering myself. I’ve recently completed my Bachelor of Arts in Leadership and am now pursuing my MBA. Throughout this journey, I’ve faced many obstacles, from battling endometriosis and PCOS to overcoming emotional struggles.
This blog is about so much more than weight loss—it’s about healing, reclaiming self-worth, and embracing growth in all its forms. I’m committed to sharing the full spectrum of my experiences—the good, the bad, and the ugly—because I believe true growth comes from being authentic and transparent about the challenges we face.
Whether you’re navigating your own journey or simply looking for inspiration, I hope my story encourages you to keep pushing forward. It’s about resilience, perseverance, and finding strength even when life feels overwhelming. Together, let’s celebrate the small victories and progress we make one step at a time.
“Every setback is a setup for a comeback. Trust the process and keep pushing forward.” – Unknown
I walked into 2025 carrying stitches, exhaustion, and a kind of hope I wasn’t sure I could hold yet. It had only been two weeks since my VSG surgery, and my body still felt like borrowed space. Every movement required intention. Every sip of water had to be measured. My abdomen was sore and swollen,… Read more: 2025: The Year That Changed Everything
One year ago, on December 19, 2024, I stepped into an operating room carrying far more than a hospital bag. I carried years of frustration. Years of quiet hope that I rarely said out loud. Fear that I had learned to live with. Faith that flickered but never fully went out. And a determination that… Read more: One Year Later: Still Becoming
If I could sit across from my 18-year-old self—the girl who smiled on the outside but carried questions she didn’t know how to ask—I’d hold her hand and whisper, “You’re going to make it, and one day you’ll be so proud of who you’ve become.” It’s been thirteen years since my senior year of high… Read more: What I’d Tell My 18-Year-Old Self: 13 Years Later