Pauline Potter, once recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s heaviest living woman, turned that challenging spotlight into motivation for change. Raised in a family where obesity was common, her weight eventually reached life-threatening levels, leaving her physically and emotionally isolated. Though the attention she received was often unkind, Pauline used it as a turning point. Without a dramatic incident, she simply realized she wanted more from life. She sought help from a nutritional surgeon and committed to a decade-long journey of weight loss, therapy, and physical recovery. It was far from easy — she faced setbacks, had to reshape her relationship with food, and underwent multiple surgeries to improve mobility and rebuild confidence.
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