In Episode 55 of the HerStory Podcast, Kylie King sits down with Kelly Lee, founder of Reborn the Rose, to share a powerful story of survival, healing, and reclaiming identity through words.

Kelly opens up about her journey as a domestic violence survivor, navigating complex PTSD, and rebuilding her life after surviving a rare malignant tumour that resulted in living with a urostomy. Through every chapter of hardship, poetry became her lifeline – a way to process pain, find meaning, and reconnect with her voice when speaking felt impossible.

This episode explores how creative expression can be a form of healing, why storytelling is a powerful tool for transformation, and how Kelly turned her lived experience into purpose through self-published poetry books and community-based workshops. It’s a raw, honest conversation about resilience, choosing not to be defined by circumstances, and using art as a way to rise again.

If you’ve ever felt silenced by trauma, unsure how to move forward, or called to express your story but didn’t know how – this episode is a reminder that your voice matters, and your story has the power to heal both you and others.

What You’ll Learn in Episode 55

• How poetry and writing can support healing after trauma

• Why creative expression is powerful when words feel hard to say out loud

• How Kelly transformed lived experience into purpose and impact

• The realities of rebuilding confidence after domestic violence and illness

• Why sharing your story can help others feel less alone

• How rural and regional communities benefit from creative healing spaces

• Why your past does not define your future

Kelly Amanda Lee is an Australian poet, writer, and founder of Reborn the Rose, a brand dedicated to resilience, empowerment, and artistic expression. She began writing poetry at nine, using words to navigate life’s challenges. A survivor of domestic violence and a rare cancer battle, Kelly transforms adversity into art, inspiring others through her poetry, storytelling, and workshops.

Her brand, Reborn the Rose, blends raw emotion with inspiration, resilience, and empowerment. She also has contributed as a freelance writer for People’s News, providing insightful articles. Passionate about making poetry more accessible, she is developing workshops and innovative projects to expand Reborn the Rose reach.

Kelly’s mission is to create deeply moving experiences that empower others to find strength in their own stories.

Find Kelly:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reborntherose
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reborntherose
Website: https://reborntherose.com

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