For years, I hid behind a polished exterior. A successful career, a loving husband, and a supportive family—on the surface, everything looked perfect. But behind closed doors, I was fighting a battle that no one could see. My weight wasn’t just a number on a scale; it was an emotional burden that shaped how I saw myself.

Every morning, I would do my hair and makeup, carefully crafting an image that I hoped would make me feel better. But when I looked in the mirror, the woman staring back at me felt like a stranger. Shopping, something that once brought me joy, became an experience filled with frustration and self-doubt. Every outfit was a reminder of how much I wanted to change but didn’t know where to start.

Everything shifted on September 22, 2023. I stepped on the scale and saw 260 pounds. Humiliation washed over me, but so did something else—hope. I had known Kellie Brooksher personally and admired her approach at Empower Wellness. That moment on the scale wasn’t just another low point; it was the turning point. I knew I needed real change, and I knew where to find it.

The next twelve months were nothing short of life-changing. It wasn’t about following a diet or forcing myself into a temporary routine. It was about reshaping my habits, my mindset, and my belief in what I was capable of. By December 9, I had lost 100 pounds. More importantly, I had gained something I had been missing for so long—a true connection with myself.

For the first time in my life, I felt calm in my own skin. The social anxiety that had once consumed me started to fade. I no longer scanned every room, worrying about how I looked or if I was the biggest person there. The weight I had carried wasn’t just physical; it was years of self-doubt and insecurity. And little by little, I let it go.

This journey gave me so much more than weight loss. It gave me freedom—the ability to move, to engage in life without hesitation, and to see a reflection I no longer avoided. I feel stronger, more confident, and more connected to the person I always knew was there.

Looking back, I realize that I had confidence in my work, my family, and my marriage, but I had never truly liked myself. That has changed. This transformation wasn’t easy, and it didn’t happen overnight. It took commitment, guidance, and unwavering support. My husband stood by me every step of the way. Kellie and the Empower Wellness team gave me the tools to make real, lasting change. And most importantly, I decided that I was worth the effort.

Losing 100 pounds changed my life. But more than anything, it helped me find the person I was meant to be.