When your dad said "We were kids raising kids," that really struck a cord with me. That reminded me of my parents. I don't have much family around, because we all grew up in a dysfunctional family. My parents basically did what their parents did--leave their children to totally fend for themselves. I just wish they would of given us a better life. Parents should make life better for future generations. I thought I should share something from me. Thank you for sharing something of yourself that isn't easy to speak about. This video has been very insightful for me.
what a sincere contribution to a problem so devastating. So real to see the effects of this so many years later....they are still working on it. Thank you!
Slightly annoyed that a Victoria's Secret commercial was the ad for this video. You go Kayli. I struggle more with my body image now that I am older (22) than I did when I was in high school. I am thankful to have my fiancé by my side to tell me I am beautiful no matter what.
So proud of you Kayli for being brave and sharing your story with us. I myself struggled with bulimia as a teen and was also able to over come it. I'm so glad you were able to over come this disease because the world wouldn't get to see what an amazingly beautiful mother, wife, and person you truly are. Thank you for allowing us into your lives. You're such an inspiration to us all! God bless you and your family! Hugs to you all!
I'm only just finding this video now but can I just say Kayli, you are so so brave for sharing your story and your experience with an eating disorder and your parents are also so brave for sharing their side of the story and how they dealt with Kayli's problem through this hard time. From this video, I could easily see how hard this was for all three of you. You are an inspiration and a true role model Kayli xxxx ❤️
I think when kayli thinks of her own children and puts herself in the shoes of her parents, she really feels the pain and hurt and thats partly why she is tearing up so much. GOD BLESS YOU BABE xxx
Thank you for sharing your story. There are resources for people who have eating disorders. When I was in high school I went to a support group called over eaters anonymous. It is not just for people who over eat but for those who have any eating disorder. It is a 12 step program just like AA. The people there are the nicest people who continue to struggle everyday. Support groups are such a huge help.
This is such a brave thing you did Kayli, must of been the hardest video that you've ever made. I'm thankful that you shared this experience with TH-cam because you have helped so many people just by sharing this story with us, your such a inspiring women to me. xx
I feel like you're so lucky to have parents who understand. I know they didn't at first, but they made the effort and after time were able to help you, instead of just dismissing it as overreacting. That's the biggest comment i ever get to anything, "you're just overreacting", and it makes it so much harder when people don't take you seriously. I love this video, hearing both sides of the story.
I struggled with a eating disorder when I was a teen. I ended up in an eating disorder clinic and being 5'10 and weighing 105 and 98 at my lightest. This video just touched my heart Kayli, Your beautiful inside and out! Thank you so much for sharing. ♥
Wow! I have so much more respect for you, Kayli. I never knew you suffered with this and I am sorry that you did but like your dad mentioned, the closeness/love of your family was the miracle you needed to improve. I am so glad that you had them. Having taught for the past 12 years, I know several students who have struggled with similar issues but weren't as fortunate. Thank you so much for sharing this heart-rending story.
This video hit a spot in my heart. My sister has been struggling with an eating disorder for a couple of years now. There has been many ups and downs. Sometimes you don't know what to say or do, but just to be there for support and try to understand. By realizing there is a problem and wanting to seek outside help, things will get better--no immediate fix, but within time.
I'm absolutely blown away by your family.This obviously can't be an easy topic to revist let alone sharing it with thousands of people. The fact that all 3 of you came together to rehash such intimate moments speaks volumes about your character. Your genuine and heartfelt story was remarkably told and gives hope to so many, not just in overcoming such a tragic events but that in building and maintaining a trusted and strong relationship with their families. Thought, prayers & thanks to you all.
Wow. I remember stumbling across this video a few years ago - before I'd ever heard of the Shaytards or Kayli and Casey. And to find this again knowing more about Kayli. Crazy.
You're extremely lucky. Your poor parents, can't imagine what they've gone through. They are amazing! Please love them and thank them for what they've done, they deserve it.
Kayli you are such an inspiration. Although I have not personally suffered from an eating disorder I have had close friends who have. I feel that by you sharing your story and being so open and honest about your past you give people, with or without an eating disorder, the courage to share whatever problems or issues they have in their lives. You are definitely someone I look up to and have the utmost respect for you! From the bottom of my heart I thank you so much for sharing your story!!
Kayli nobodys perfect, and that dosent mean that your still not beautiful everyone is.you dont have to worry about anyone judging you about your weight or how cute you are you are
YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL KAYLI...you really are!!! You and your parents were so brave to do this much needed video. I wish you and your family nothing but the best.
I don't think i'm going to tell my family because I don't want to worry them, but from now on i'm really going to try and get better even if it will be hard.
I was depressed and did things I wasn't proud of. I never wanted my parents to know because I didn't want them to think of me as a problem. But, when they found out, they were nothing but supportive of me and helped me through everything. Parents will worry. It's apart of being a parent. But it's better to go through things with others rather than alone :) If you'd like to confide in someone and you really don't want to tell your parents, please know people do care and if you'd like, I'm willing to be one of them. :) Things will get better if you try to make them that way.
this is a really late reply, but I felt it is still important. if you haven't told your parents yet, or anyone else. please talk to someone, anyone. you should not have to deal with this all by yourself. you deserve to be healthy. if you need someone to talk to, just message me.
Of course it's going to worry them but that's just what's gonna need to be done! they will worry in the best way and may be your only way to help. its important you tell your parents, even if right now you don't think so in the long run you will be grateful that you at least where open with them. If they worry they are worried because they love you and they want to understand and not let it destroy you. It's not about I don't want them to worry it's about this is a serious situation, and you can get help and be happy again. You should be open with them anyway it's not just you, it's them too, and you can be better and live the best life. And that's because you can turn it around WITH your family by your side, it can only help
your parents look soooooooooo young and you ladies are beautiful. this was very touching and also very intersting. thank u for sharing something so sensitive and difficult to talk about.
kayli, i suffer from an eating disorder that i didn't realise i had until i started antidepressants for depression and my eating habits got better and i started putting on weight again and i hated that. it's amazing how much the whole butler family has helped me through a lot of my depression and eating disorder, i wish i was able to meet them and thank them for the inspiration they have all given me; they are a truly amazing family x
hi Kayli. my sister is suffering with an eating disorder right now and she's really sick. watching her do this to herself is the hardest thing i've ever gone through, and i'm really scared. thank you for sharing this with us, and for bringing out your parents to share their side of the story. you are a strong and wonderful person
Kayli, you are such an inspiration for so many young people who have or are going through this. Thank you for sharing your story, it means so much to so many people. Your parents are wonderful and you are very lucky to have such caring parents that not only support you but can share their experiences to help others that might not have parents like them. Keep up the strength Kayli, we love you!
Last comment, I swear... I just want to say, thank you so much Kayli for doing this and sharing these things with us. I always thought you were someone so happy and pretty and put together and your life was just something that I admired so much, but hearing your story makes me realize you're just as real as I am; so that makes it so much easier and realistic to look up to you, and I thank you.
I don't have a eating disorder, but listening to how much pain mentally your parents went through I think it's really brave of them to sit with you and talk about this issue.. Hats off to your parents who stood by you and I hope everyone is blessed with parents like yours because it truly is a blessing. well done I'm so proud of you god bless you xx
This video really spoke to me.I am not dealing with an eating disorder but with depression.Seeing how all parents go through this process..it helps me understand that parents put you through that process of "embarrassment" by going to therapists and doctors in order to help you.Thank you Kayli for sharing your story with us.It is truly inspiring.
This is incredible, I've never been through an eating disorder but this has still been such an interesting thing to watch and I really feel it will give people a lot more understanding about the condition. Seriously, you're so brave for talking about something personal, so much respect for you
Kayli...I commend you and your parents for being so open and honest with your emotions and experiences that led you all on a journey to where you are today. It takes an INCREDIBLY strong person to be so forthcoming with something so personal and you should be so proud of yourself! You are an inspiration!!!
My whole family thinks that my older sister has an eating disorder, but she always denies it. One time, I was home alone with her, and she passed out because she hadn't eaten anything that day. It's really hard to see my sister hurt herself and I don't know what to do because she doesn't want to talk to anyone about it. I've tried helping her but she doesn't seem to want to talk to anyone. It hurts my feelings because I feel like she feels she can't talk to me, and that she can't trust me. What should I do?
my opinion, just let her know she can talk to you. not necessarily about having an eating disorder, but anything. tell her face to face, or even leave her a little note that you've seen things, and you worry, and that you want to help and be there for her. if she feels comfortable enough, I'm sure shell reach out to you somehow. even if it is sending little notes back and forth to each other every day lol hope everything works out :)
without expecting her to say anything at all, tell her that you see that she's suffering and that she can talk to you about anything. I think she needs to know you're there for her without feeling pressured.
Very touching video. I went through the same disorder and we have so much in common. I'm glad you overcame this horrible disease. You're an inspiration, thank you.
Kayli is a huge inspiration to all girls out there with an eating disorder or without because her modest yet outgoing personality has made many girls look up to her (including me). I want to be a mom someday and be just like Kayli so I can be as patient and as caring as her! Thank you so much for talking about this!
it's nice to see supportive and strong parents. I have always considered eating disorders, and my parents never taught us the dangers of it. The reason I say it is good to see how your parents raised you and reacted is because it would be nice to have parents like that. They like to poke fun, make rude comments and gestures, or even try to " control " my eating. Sometimes they even make jokes of how I should begin to make myself throw up. I'm sorry for the long rant, but I just want to let you
Bravo to your parents! I can only imagine how hard it was for them to have their child go thru this. They weren't sure what to do but they found the help you needed to get thru this. And, they were there for you, all the way. Lots of love in this family!
omg i've been watching your vlogs on casey's channel for a while now and i had no idea. I saw this pop up in my "suggested videos" K i'm crying now.. D:
It's so nice to hear it from her dads point of view. Normally it's just something that is spoke about between mom and daughter. I know I would never talk to my dad about anything like that. And it's also lovely that they're so open about it because its going to help a lot of people who watch this. Thank you for sharing your story and thank you for getting better :) you're all amazing xo
You are all ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL...So sweet. But not to forget as Christians God is the answer to EVERYTHING. PRAYER is the key my loves. The devil has a purpose in this world which is to steal, kill and destroy and he will find every way possible to accomplish them. But he can NEVER get to those that are strong in the Lord and have FAITH. You are a winner my love!! :) xxx
Kayli, I'm so proud of you and your parents for coming out to the public and talking about how hard this is on the person who has the problem and the people who love them. I don't think you have to have had an eating disorder to benifit from this information. It could be some other addiction / problem. Thank you. Even if you only help one person it was worth every tear it took to make these videos.
my mom yells at me...or goes watever u know wat ur doing...or just calls my anxiety around food stupid or me stupid....shes not suportive at all....ive dropped 20lbs while being away in college ..totaling 60 in 2.5 years ,,,im just afraid shes gonna yell at me when i go home
ooh honey...ur 12...well their no such hing as being too young or too old. im 21 and have had ed since i was 18...i wish ur mom was taking care of u like she shud...she really shud take ur ed seriously...if someone took my ed seriously wen it started i wouldnt be like this now
Thank you to your mother, for having the strength to carry on despite seeing her daughter suffer. Thank you to your father, for being so brave about expressing his feelings in this video. And most of all, thank you to you Kayli, for overcoming your disorder and having the courage to share your story with the world in order to help others, you are truly a beautiful person inside and out.
I'm really glad you shared this. Plenty of girls share the story of their disease on youtube - but for every eating disordered girl there are countless people trying to save her whose side of the story never gets told.
Your parents are amazing... I'm going through my eating disorder alone... my parents don't support or help me... watching this made me realize how important it is to find someone... be grateful for your amazing support system kayli... your really lucky..
that's not true...not all parents listen. god knows how many times i've tried to talk to them but they just turn it against me everytime and even therapy, they humilliated her and told her to stop talking to me if not they would press charges and then lied to me about it telling me it was my fault that she ABANDONED me. so i don't have annyone and i'm sick of puking 5 times a day. i even think of ending my life sometimes because i'm done with everything. i wish my parents were just like yours :'( idk what to think right now
Don't worry about it. If you ever have any problems don't be scared to comment it to us, or DM a therapist on Instagram if you have one. The only thing that I can tell you is that you have too much to look forward to in your life ahead. Someday you will be able to be an amazing parent who is kind to their children and listens to them. You do not want to stop living just because things get rough. I have never met you in person, but I know that you are a beautiful creation of God, and He has a plan for you. God's path is made especially for you is not ready to stop its journey. You are loved, you are strong, and you are beautiful! Never lose the faith in your Heavenly Father. He loves more than you will ever know. Only let him make the decision on when you pass away. He has a plan that all of us need to trust. Right now I want you to look up the song called Trust in Jesus, by the band Third Day on TH-cam. Listen to the lyrics, believe in the lyrics, and know that you are perfect.
Your parents are so sweet! Thank you for spreading light on this subject. I have multiple friends who have suffered with eating disorders, included my mom. She has always been open with me about her journey. I hope and pray that your story encourages other to stand up and get a hold of their life back.
I love you for doing this Kayli. This is such a hard thing, and it's so unselfish of you to put yourself out there like this. You are such an example, and this is going to change people's lives. You radiate goodness, and I love you very much.
This video has helped me so so much on my views on how much my mental illnesses have affected my mum and how grateful I am she's stuck with me through all of this. Your parents did an amazing job of answering the questions and being completely honest, even though we can see how hard this was for them. You are all giving people hope that there is a way through this and you don't have to be alone. Thank you for giving me hope. Xox
Kayli, I don't know if you'll see this, but I honestly think you're one of the bravest people I've seen. I can't believe how strong you are, getting through this and now speaking about it publicly. You're helping so many people, even if they aren't going through an eating disorder. I wasn't going to watch all of this video, but I ended up enthralled by all of it. You're amazing, and so are your parents.
Thank you so much for this, Kayli. You and your parents are amazing to talk about this. So many people act like this is a dirty secret in their families and don't discuss it. Thank you for bringing it to light.
its so amazing that you three got on here and talked about the pain this caused you! Im sure this will help so many young girls and soooo many parents and friends watching someone go threw it
im glad you three are brave enough to sit down and discuss this and post it on youtube. Im sure there are tons of people out there who appreciate this advice and story
I just want to say, this is so touching. Well done Kayli for sharing your story. You are so brave. I am so proud of you for doing what you've done. You've left me in tears.
Kayli you are such a wonderful inspiration. Thank you, sincerely, for not only sharing your story but for helping other girls who are struggling by doing so. You are beautiful inside and out and such a strong person. You are truly a role model and someone I admire. I hope you know that in making these TH-cam videos you are doing so much and reaching countless lives
this means a lot to me! youre sooo sweet to share that with me!! I also suffer from OCD but not as much anymore because ive been getting treated and also germophobia, depression, and suicidal thoughts and actions. I am soooo much better now! Stay Strong!!
kayli, you have no idea how much this video touched me and my family! my younger sister who is 17 was struggling with an eating disorder for about a year. she finally got the help she needed and is doing so much better. but this video hit so close to home! i sat down to watch this video with my sister and then my mom came over and by the end we were all three sobbing! everything that happened to you my sister has been through. everything that your family felt i felt. thanks for sharing this! :)
I think you guys are amazing. There are people all over the world dealing with this issue, your video is inspirational and encouraging. Strong support networks are a must and a lot of love, understanding and encouragement is vital to overcome this illness. Well done all of you for your openess and courage in sharing such a powerful and personal story. Awareness is empowerment!
I've struggled with my body image since high school. I struggled and still struggle with Anorexia. It took a LONG time for me to realize what I was doing to my body wasn't right. I praise you for having the strength to share your story and you parents are the true strength and foundation to your recovery! You are so blessed!
they all change from last year so much!!!! Kayli used to wear so much make up oh my gosh, she looks much better now and she is opening a lot more to us now. We love you Kayli xxxx
I couldn't actually watch this, I had to minimize the page and just listen, because watching you and your parents talk about such a sensitive subject brought tears to my eyes. Well done for overcoming your demons and thank you so much for sharing your experiences with everyone. No doubt you've helped a lot of people out there. You are beautiful and will be no matter what. xx
Bravo!! It's nice to finally get to "meet" you, your mom and your dad. We are related. (I didn't have much to do with the family when younger due to a divorce.) This video hits home as to how important family is. It wasn't until I lost my family that I understood the importance of them. Glad you are doing much better, my dear! You truly come from an awesome family.
Kayli, I know this video is a painful video for most to watch bc SO many people can relate to what you went through & also what your parents went through but watching this video I cannot help but notice the abundance of LOVE your parents have for you. I wish every one had the same support and love not just through every day but especially going through something as difficult as an eating disorder. SUCH INSPIRATION! Thank you Kayli, Sami, and Mark for sharing your most difficult times with us.
It's amazing that all three of you had the courage to talk about such a hard time your family went through. I know you're helping so many people out there by making this video, and that is so inspiring.
what wonderful parents. Kayli you have turned out to be a truly lovely person and i think the relationship you have with your parents is what every parent should inspire to have with their children. thank you for sharing x
kayli, i didn't you know were fighting this battle. by the way you smile in videos now, i never knew you were masking this. thank you for being so strong and fearless making this, cause i'm going through the same thing right now. you don't know how much more comforting it feels to know that you know exactly how i feel too. i don't feel so alone. you are so beautiful, and i wish one day i will be as strong as you are through this battle of recovery.
What a brave and transparent thing to do! I applaud your efforts and am reminded of God's promises to help us overcome our personal struggles so that we can help others through the same issues and bring glory to His name. God bless you and your family for your willingness to serve others.
Who would ever dislike this, this woman is trying to help people who are going thru this same problem, she's just trying to share her experience. What is wrong with people?
I have a friend who battles with anorexia, and i really appreciated you uploading this video. I feel like it gave me a lot of perspective on what my friend and her family are going through.
Ugh god, I hate when parents cry. Especially dads. The second her dad started to get choked up I started tearing up.
When your dad said "We were kids raising kids," that really struck a cord with me. That reminded me of my parents. I don't have much family around, because we all grew up in a dysfunctional family. My parents basically did what their parents did--leave their children to totally fend for themselves. I just wish they would of given us a better life. Parents should make life better for future generations.
I thought I should share something from me. Thank you for sharing something of yourself that isn't easy to speak about. This video has been very insightful for me.
what a sincere contribution to a problem so devastating. So real to see the effects of this so many years later....they are still working on it. Thank you!
this broke my heart I love her so much and it makes me so sad that she went through this and that so many people are affected by this. :(((
Slightly annoyed that a Victoria's Secret commercial was the ad for this video. You go Kayli. I struggle more with my body image now that I am older (22) than I did when I was in high school. I am thankful to have my fiancé by my side to tell me I am beautiful no matter what.
VS ew I’m sorry! I hope you’re doing better now x
Can we just point out how pretty Kayli's mom is like OMG I see where kayli gets it from
Your honesty and courage in being so open about your story is admirable Kayli :) your an inspiration!
So proud of you Kayli for being brave and sharing your story with us. I myself struggled with bulimia as a teen and was also able to over come it. I'm so glad you were able to over come this disease because the world wouldn't get to see what an amazingly beautiful mother, wife, and person you truly are. Thank you for allowing us into your lives. You're such an inspiration to us all! God bless you and your family! Hugs to you all!
I'm only just finding this video now but can I just say Kayli, you are so so brave for sharing your story and your experience with an eating disorder and your parents are also so brave for sharing their side of the story and how they dealt with Kayli's problem through this hard time. From this video, I could easily see how hard this was for all three of you. You are an inspiration and a true role model Kayli xxxx ❤️
I think when kayli thinks of her own children and puts herself in the shoes of her parents, she really feels the pain and hurt and thats partly why she is tearing up so much. GOD BLESS YOU BABE xxx
you are so strong for sharing this. hopefully this will help other people that are going through a similar situation.
Kayli is just so beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
this was very touching... very random comment. Her parents look SO YOUNG! Wow!
***** actually her moms was 15 when she had kayli
Thank you for sharing your story. There are resources for people who have eating disorders. When I was in high school I went to a support group called over eaters anonymous. It is not just for people who over eat but for those who have any eating disorder. It is a 12 step program just like AA. The people there are the nicest people who continue to struggle everyday. Support groups are such a huge help.
This is such a brave thing you did Kayli, must of been the hardest video that you've ever made. I'm thankful that you shared this experience with TH-cam because you have helped so many people just by sharing this story with us, your such a inspiring women to me. xx
I feel like you're so lucky to have parents who understand. I know they didn't at first, but they made the effort and after time were able to help you, instead of just dismissing it as overreacting. That's the biggest comment i ever get to anything, "you're just overreacting", and it makes it so much harder when people don't take you seriously. I love this video, hearing both sides of the story.
I struggled with a eating disorder when I was a teen. I ended up in an eating disorder clinic and being 5'10 and weighing 105 and 98 at my lightest. This video just touched my heart Kayli, Your beautiful inside and out! Thank you so much for sharing. ♥
Kayli. This is my story right now. Thank you so much for sharing. You and your parents are so brave. Thank you.
Wow! I have so much more respect for you, Kayli. I never knew you suffered with this and I am sorry that you did but like your dad mentioned, the closeness/love of your family was the miracle you needed to improve. I am so glad that you had them. Having taught for the past 12 years, I know several students who have struggled with similar issues but weren't as fortunate. Thank you so much for sharing this heart-rending story.
This video hit a spot in my heart. My sister has been struggling with an eating disorder for a couple of years now. There has been many ups and downs. Sometimes you don't know what to say or do, but just to be there for support and try to understand. By realizing there is a problem and wanting to seek outside help, things will get better--no immediate fix, but within time.
Kayli i love you so much. You inspire so many young girls.
I'm absolutely blown away by your family.This obviously can't be an easy topic to revist let alone sharing it with thousands of people. The fact that all 3 of you came together to rehash such intimate moments speaks volumes about your character. Your genuine and heartfelt story was remarkably told and gives hope to so many, not just in overcoming such a tragic events but that in building and maintaining a trusted and strong relationship with their families. Thought, prayers & thanks to you all.
Wow. I remember stumbling across this video a few years ago - before I'd ever heard of the Shaytards or Kayli and Casey. And to find this again knowing more about Kayli. Crazy.
Dude thats like meeting your mom not knowing that she's your mom... Thats cray!..
ME TOO!!!
You're extremely lucky. Your poor parents, can't imagine what they've gone through. They are amazing! Please love them and thank them for what they've done, they deserve it.
Kayli, this video is so inspirational. You are very brave to post this. Youre beautiful💕 dont let anyone tell you otherwise
Kayli you are such an inspiration. Although I have not personally suffered from an eating disorder I have had close friends who have. I feel that by you sharing your story and being so open and honest about your past you give people, with or without an eating disorder, the courage to share whatever problems or issues they have in their lives. You are definitely someone I look up to and have the utmost respect for you! From the bottom of my heart I thank you so much for sharing your story!!
Crying right now this touched me and made me feel wanted bless u kayli💗❤️
The love between them is precious and how kayli looks so much like her mother
Kayli nobodys perfect, and that dosent mean that your still not beautiful everyone is.you dont have to worry about anyone judging you about your weight or how cute you are you are
YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL KAYLI...you really are!!! You and your parents were so brave to do this much needed video. I wish you and your family nothing but the best.
I don't think i'm going to tell my family because I don't want to worry them, but from now on i'm really going to try and get better even if it will be hard.
I was depressed and did things I wasn't proud of. I never wanted my parents to know because I didn't want them to think of me as a problem. But, when they found out, they were nothing but supportive of me and helped me through everything. Parents will worry. It's apart of being a parent. But it's better to go through things with others rather than alone :) If you'd like to confide in someone and you really don't want to tell your parents, please know people do care and if you'd like, I'm willing to be one of them. :) Things will get better if you try to make them that way.
this is a really late reply, but I felt it is still important. if you haven't told your parents yet, or anyone else. please talk to someone, anyone. you should not have to deal with this all by yourself. you deserve to be healthy. if you need someone to talk to, just message me.
Of course it's going to worry them but that's just what's gonna need to be done! they will worry in the best way and may be your only way to help. its important you tell your parents, even if right now you don't think so in the long run you will be grateful that you at least where open with them. If they worry they are worried because they love you and they want to understand and not let it destroy you. It's not about I don't want them to worry it's about this is a serious situation, and you can get help and be happy again. You should be open with them anyway it's not just you, it's them too, and you can be better and live the best life. And that's because you can turn it around WITH your family by your side, it can only help
Your parents are so sincere and understanding. I can't say thank you enough!
your parents look soooooooooo young and you ladies are beautiful. this was very touching and also very intersting. thank u for sharing something so sensitive and difficult to talk about.
kayli, i suffer from an eating disorder that i didn't realise i had until i started antidepressants for depression and my eating habits got better and i started putting on weight again and i hated that. it's amazing how much the whole butler family has helped me through a lot of my depression and eating disorder, i wish i was able to meet them and thank them for the inspiration they have all given me; they are a truly amazing family x
can't stop crying ..
hi Kayli. my sister is suffering with an eating disorder right now and she's really sick. watching her do this to herself is the hardest thing i've ever gone through, and i'm really scared. thank you for sharing this with us, and for bringing out your parents to share their side of the story. you are a strong and wonderful person
I think Kayli is REALLY brave for sharing this! Even though a few people are hating. 😣
Kayli, you are such an inspiration for so many young people who have or are going through this. Thank you for sharing your story, it means so much to so many people. Your parents are wonderful and you are very lucky to have such caring parents that not only support you but can share their experiences to help others that might not have parents like them. Keep up the strength Kayli, we love you!
Am I the only one that cried or almost cried through this video because I sure did.
Last comment, I swear... I just want to say, thank you so much Kayli for doing this and sharing these things with us. I always thought you were someone so happy and pretty and put together and your life was just something that I admired so much, but hearing your story makes me realize you're just as real as I am; so that makes it so much easier and realistic to look up to you, and I thank you.
Brailee looks so like her grandpa
Agree
I don't have a eating disorder, but listening to how much pain mentally your parents went through I think it's really brave of them to sit with you and talk about this issue.. Hats off to your parents who stood by you and I hope everyone is blessed with parents like yours because it truly is a blessing. well done I'm so proud of you god bless you xx
I could not look at this i was about to start sobing :( Love u Kayli
This video really spoke to me.I am not dealing with an eating disorder but with depression.Seeing how all parents go through this process..it helps me understand that parents put you through that process of "embarrassment" by going to therapists and doctors in order to help you.Thank you Kayli for sharing your story with us.It is truly inspiring.
I'm so glad your better now, keep on going strong.
This is incredible, I've never been through an eating disorder but this has still been such an interesting thing to watch and I really feel it will give people a lot more understanding about the condition. Seriously, you're so brave for talking about something personal, so much respect for you
makes me so sad, I never thought Kayli had a eating disorder but shes still perfectly perfect
Kayli...I commend you and your parents for being so open and honest with your emotions and experiences that led you all on a journey to where you are today. It takes an INCREDIBLY strong person to be so forthcoming with something so personal and you should be so proud of yourself! You are an inspiration!!!
My whole family thinks that my older sister has an eating disorder, but she always denies it. One time, I was home alone with her, and she passed out because she hadn't eaten anything that day. It's really hard to see my sister hurt herself and I don't know what to do because she doesn't want to talk to anyone about it. I've tried helping her but she doesn't seem to want to talk to anyone. It hurts my feelings because I feel like she feels she can't talk to me, and that she can't trust me. What should I do?
my opinion, just let her know she can talk to you. not necessarily about having an eating disorder, but anything. tell her face to face, or even leave her a little note that you've seen things, and you worry, and that you want to help and be there for her. if she feels comfortable enough, I'm sure shell reach out to you somehow. even if it is sending little notes back and forth to each other every day lol hope everything works out :)
just pray for her
without expecting her to say anything at all, tell her that you see that she's suffering and that she can talk to you about anything. I think she needs to know you're there for her without feeling pressured.
I know big sisters someday
Very touching video. I went through the same disorder and we have so much in common. I'm glad you overcame this horrible disease. You're an inspiration, thank you.
Anyone noticed how instead of "you were" her parents say "you was" ;p
Kayli is a huge inspiration to all girls out there with an eating disorder or without because her modest yet outgoing personality has made many girls look up to her (including me). I want to be a mom someday and be just like Kayli so I can be as patient and as caring as her! Thank you so much for talking about this!
Hey Kayli, you are so brave sharing this with your fans!
it's nice to see supportive and strong parents. I have always considered eating disorders, and my parents never taught us the dangers of it. The reason I say it is good to see how your parents raised you and reacted is because it would be nice to have parents like that. They like to poke fun, make rude comments and gestures, or even try to " control " my eating. Sometimes they even make jokes of how I should begin to make myself throw up. I'm sorry for the long rant, but I just want to let you
Was I the only one who got tears in there eyes
Is it raining in my room....?
Nope I cried for 2 1/2 hours after watching this
Bravo to your parents! I can only imagine how hard it was for them to have their child go thru this. They weren't sure what to do but they found the help you needed to get thru this. And, they were there for you, all the way. Lots of love in this family!
omg i've been watching your vlogs on casey's channel for a while now and i had no idea. I saw this pop up in my "suggested videos"
K i'm crying now.. D:
It's so nice to hear it from her dads point of view. Normally it's just something that is spoke about between mom and daughter. I know I would never talk to my dad about anything like that. And it's also lovely that they're so open about it because its going to help a lot of people who watch this.
Thank you for sharing your story and thank you for getting better :) you're all amazing xo
You are all ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL...So sweet. But not to forget as Christians God is the answer to EVERYTHING. PRAYER is the key my loves. The devil has a purpose in this world which is to steal, kill and destroy and he will find every way possible to accomplish them. But he can NEVER get to those that are strong in the Lord and have FAITH. You are a winner my love!! :) xxx
Kayli, I'm so proud of you and your parents for coming out to the public and talking about how hard this is on the person who has the problem and the people who love them. I don't think you have to have had an eating disorder to benifit from this information. It could be some other addiction / problem. Thank you. Even if you only help one person it was worth every tear it took to make these videos.
my mom yells at me...or goes watever u know wat ur doing...or just calls my anxiety around food stupid or me stupid....shes not suportive at all....ive dropped 20lbs while being away in college ..totaling 60 in 2.5 years ,,,im just afraid shes gonna yell at me when i go home
I feel like you, if i tell my mom shes going to say you are old enough to know what you are doing, im just 12
ooh honey...ur 12...well their no such hing as being too young or too old. im 21 and have had ed since i was 18...i wish ur mom was taking care of u like she shud...she really shud take ur ed seriously...if someone took my ed seriously wen it started i wouldnt be like this now
Thank you to your mother, for having the strength to carry on despite seeing her daughter suffer. Thank you to your father, for being so brave about expressing his feelings in this video. And most of all, thank you to you Kayli, for overcoming your disorder and having the courage to share your story with the world in order to help others, you are truly a beautiful person inside and out.
My family didnt know and it made it harder.
I'm really glad you shared this. Plenty of girls share the story of their disease on youtube - but for every eating disordered girl there are countless people trying to save her whose side of the story never gets told.
Watching again 4 years later✌🏻️❤️
Your parents are amazing... I'm going through my eating disorder alone... my parents don't support or help me... watching this made me realize how important it is to find someone... be grateful for your amazing support system kayli... your really lucky..
that's not true...not all parents listen. god knows how many times i've tried to talk to them but they just turn it against me everytime and even therapy, they humilliated her and told her to stop talking to me if not they would press charges and then lied to me about it telling me it was my fault that she ABANDONED me. so i don't have annyone and i'm sick of puking 5 times a day. i even think of ending my life sometimes because i'm done with everything. i wish my parents were just like yours :'( idk what to think right now
We are a kind of family too and you can always lean on us sweetie.
Don't worry about it. If you ever have any problems don't be scared to comment it to us, or DM a therapist on Instagram if you have one. The only thing that I can tell you is that you have too much to look forward to in your life ahead. Someday you will be able to be an amazing parent who is kind to their children and listens to them. You do not want to stop living just because things get rough. I have never met you in person, but I know that you are a beautiful creation of God, and He has a plan for you. God's path is made especially for you is not ready to stop its journey. You are loved, you are strong, and you are beautiful! Never lose the faith in your Heavenly Father. He loves more than you will ever know. Only let him make the decision on when you pass away. He has a plan that all of us need to trust. Right now I want you to look up the song called Trust in Jesus, by the band Third Day on TH-cam. Listen to the lyrics, believe in the lyrics, and know that you are perfect.
i love how honest your parents were through this. it's a side of them that we have never seen. really powerful. thank you.
Brailee looks a lot like your dad!
Your parents are so sweet! Thank you for spreading light on this subject. I have multiple friends who have suffered with eating disorders, included my mom. She has always been open with me about her journey. I hope and pray that your story encourages other to stand up and get a hold of their life back.
Her dad looks like he's 40
He must be older than that since Kayli already has her own children. My dad is 52 and I'm 16.
Wow! I am 10 and my dad is 62!
Im 10 my dad is 54
I'm 11 and my dad is 46 and my mum is 47
im 11 and my dad is 52
I love you for doing this Kayli. This is such a hard thing, and it's so unselfish of you to put yourself out there like this. You are such an example, and this is going to change people's lives. You radiate goodness, and I love you very much.
Kayli you are so beautiful!!!!!!!
This video has helped me so so much on my views on how much my mental illnesses have affected my mum and how grateful I am she's stuck with me through all of this. Your parents did an amazing job of answering the questions and being completely honest, even though we can see how hard this was for them. You are all giving people hope that there is a way through this and you don't have to be alone. Thank you for giving me hope. Xox
kayli's mom looks like her sister!
they were very young when they had her
I love how honest your family is....I have teenagers and it's important to keep talking about these issues...Thank you for sharing :)
Kali, you are perfect and beautiful. Man I wish you were my wife. Casey is so so lucky
*kayli
Kayli, I don't know if you'll see this, but I honestly think you're one of the bravest people I've seen. I can't believe how strong you are, getting through this and now speaking about it publicly. You're helping so many people, even if they aren't going through an eating disorder. I wasn't going to watch all of this video, but I ended up enthralled by all of it. You're amazing, and so are your parents.
Do her kids know that she has it
I'm guessing so, if not I bet they will find out when they are older (:
She had it
#webothhabethenamekiana
Thank you so much for this, Kayli. You and your parents are amazing to talk about this. So many people act like this is a dirty secret in their families and don't discuss it. Thank you for bringing it to light.
There's smth really wrong with these Butler women. They're all hiding big secrets. ugh.
its so amazing that you three got on here and talked about the pain this caused you! Im sure this will help so many young girls and soooo many parents and friends watching someone go threw it
i actually cried so much watching this
im glad you three are brave enough to sit down and discuss this and post it on youtube. Im sure there are tons of people out there who appreciate this advice and story
I just want to say, this is so touching. Well done Kayli for sharing your story. You are so brave. I am so proud of you for doing what you've done. You've left me in tears.
Kayli you are such a wonderful inspiration. Thank you, sincerely, for not only sharing your story but for helping other girls who are struggling by doing so. You are beautiful inside and out and such a strong person. You are truly a role model and someone I admire. I hope you know that in making these TH-cam videos you are doing so much and reaching countless lives
this means a lot to me! youre sooo sweet to share that with me!! I also suffer from OCD but not as much anymore because ive been getting treated and also germophobia, depression, and suicidal thoughts and actions. I am soooo much better now! Stay Strong!!
kayli, you have no idea how much this video touched me and my family! my younger sister who is 17 was struggling with an eating disorder for about a year. she finally got the help she needed and is doing so much better. but this video hit so close to home! i sat down to watch this video with my sister and then my mom came over and by the end we were all three sobbing! everything that happened to you my sister has been through. everything that your family felt i felt. thanks for sharing this! :)
I think you guys are amazing. There are people all over the world dealing with this issue, your video is inspirational and encouraging. Strong support networks are a must and a lot of love, understanding and encouragement is vital to overcome this illness. Well done all of you for your openess and courage in sharing such a powerful and personal story. Awareness is empowerment!
I've struggled with my body image since high school. I struggled and still struggle with Anorexia. It took a LONG time for me to realize what I was doing to my body wasn't right. I praise you for having the strength to share your story and you parents are the true strength and foundation to your recovery! You are so blessed!
they all change from last year so much!!!! Kayli used to wear so much make up oh my gosh, she looks much better now and she is opening a lot more to us now. We love you Kayli xxxx
I couldn't actually watch this, I had to minimize the page and just listen, because watching you and your parents talk about such a sensitive subject brought tears to my eyes. Well done for overcoming your demons and thank you so much for sharing your experiences with everyone. No doubt you've helped a lot of people out there. You are beautiful and will be no matter what. xx
Bravo!! It's nice to finally get to "meet" you, your mom and your dad. We are related. (I didn't have much to do with the family when younger due to a divorce.) This video hits home as to how important family is. It wasn't until I lost my family that I understood the importance of them. Glad you are doing much better, my dear! You truly come from an awesome family.
Kayli, I know this video is a painful video for most to watch bc SO many people can relate to what you went through & also what your parents went through but watching this video I cannot help but notice the abundance of LOVE your parents have for you. I wish every one had the same support and love not just through every day but especially going through something as difficult as an eating disorder. SUCH INSPIRATION! Thank you Kayli, Sami, and Mark for sharing your most difficult times with us.
It's amazing that all three of you had the courage to talk about such a hard time your family went through. I know you're helping so many people out there by making this video, and that is so inspiring.
what wonderful parents. Kayli you have turned out to be a truly lovely person and i think the relationship you have with your parents is what every parent should inspire to have with their children. thank you for sharing x
kayli, i didn't you know were fighting this battle. by the way you smile in videos now, i never knew you were masking this. thank you for being so strong and fearless making this, cause i'm going through the same thing right now. you don't know how much more comforting it feels to know that you know exactly how i feel too. i don't feel so alone. you are so beautiful, and i wish one day i will be as strong as you are through this battle of recovery.
What a brave and transparent thing to do! I applaud your efforts and am reminded of God's promises to help us overcome our personal struggles so that we can help others through the same issues and bring glory to His name. God bless you and your family for your willingness to serve others.
My name is Elizabeth I can tell is I am praying with you God will take care of it, that I know he will do.
Who would ever dislike this, this woman is trying to help people who are going thru this same problem, she's just trying to share her experience. What is wrong with people?
I have a friend who battles with anorexia, and i really appreciated you uploading this video. I feel like it gave me a lot of perspective on what my friend and her family are going through.