You’ve probably heard of GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide—and maybe you’ve even wondered, “Should I be on one of these?” This conversation is my honest, compassionate take on these powerful weight loss medications: not medical advice, not fear-mongering, and definitely not hype.

In this episode, I unpack what GLP-1 receptor agonists (a class of anorectic drugs) really are, how they work, why they’re so effective for fat loss—and what most people don’t realize about what happens when you stop taking them. I’ll walk through recent research, potential side effects, and the rebound weight gain that happens to so many… not because you failed, but because of basic human physiology.

This is a supportive conversation for anyone who's considering these medications, already using them, or just wants to better understand their role in the weight loss space. And while there’s no shame in using tools like these, lifestyle change still has to be the foundation. Always.

What we go over:

• What GLP-1 drugs actually do in your body
• What happens after you stop taking them (and why)
• Why muscle loss and metabolic slowdown are often overlooked
• The importance of strength training, protein, and movement—even with meds
• Why long-term success still comes down to habits, not just prescriptions
• How to think critically and compassionately about weight loss tools

These drugs are effective—but they’re not magic. Let’s have the real conversation.

Sources:

Quarenghi M, Capelli S, Galligani G, Giana A, Preatoni G, Turri Quarenghi R. Weight Regain After Liraglutide, Semaglutide or Tirzepatide Interruption: A Narrative Review of Randomized Studies. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2025; 14(11):3791. Weight Regain After Liraglutide, Semaglutide or Tirzepatide Interruption: A Narrative Review of Randomized Studies

Sun Q. (2026). Weight regain after cessation of GLP-1 drugs. BMJ (Clinical research ed.), 392, r2586. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.r2586

West S, Scragg J, Aveyard P, Oke J L, Willis L, Haffner S J P et al. Weight regain after cessation of medication for weight management: systematic review and meta-analysis BMJ 2026; 392 :e085304 doi:10.1136/bmj-2025-085304

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Trying to get back “on track” with healthy habits… but falling off again? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing it wrong. In this episode, we break down five simple, research-backed strategies to help you finally make your habits stick, even when life gets messy, busy, or unpredictable.

From ditching vague goals to actually adjusting your habits for your current season of life (instead of trying to “get back” to who you used to be), this episode is packed with powerful mindset shifts and practical tools you can start using today.

We’ll also cover why starting smaller than you think is the key to long-term success, how to set expectations that don’t lead to burnout, and what to do when you’re not even sure you want the goal anymore. (Yes, that’s allowed.)

In this episode:

• The real reason vague goals don’t work
• Why “getting back to it” sets you up to fail
• How to build habits around your actual life—not your fantasy routine
• The power of micro-habits you can do on your worst day
• How long change really takes—and why patience isn’t passive

This isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what actually works for you. No extremes, no shame, just real-life habits built to last.

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You’re not weak, broken, or lacking discipline. If you keep reaching for food at the end of a long day, there’s nothing wrong with you—there’s something going on inside you. In this episode, we break down what’s really happening in your brain and body when emotional eating shows up (especially in the evening), and why willpower alone isn’t the answer.

This isn’t about blaming your cravings on “bad habits”—it’s about understanding the biology behind them so you can finally stop fighting yourself and start supporting your nervous system instead.

We’ll cover what’s actually happening with your dopamine and GABA levels, why your brain shifts into survival mode, and simple tools to regulate your body and create better routines that don’t rely on food to soothe. No shame, no restriction—just science, compassion, and strategies that work in real life.

What you’ll learn:

• Why your brain turns to carbs, sugar, or wine in moments of overwhelm
• What’s really driving emotional eating (hint: it’s not hunger)
• The “brain battery” metaphor that explains your low-willpower moments
• How to use simple pattern interrupts, sensory shifts, and micro-boundaries
• Why predictability = safety, and how to use that to rewire your habits
• Tools that take 30–90 seconds—but create powerful change

You don’t need more willpower. You need better tools—and the right kind of support.

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