031: 10 Things to Consider Before Taking a GLP-1 Medication

Let's Walk One Mile!GLP-1 medications are everywhere right now. Ozempic, Wegovy, tirzepatide. Sherie cannot have a consultation without someone asking what she thinks. And after months of gathering her thoughts, she is finally ready to share them.This is not a comprehensive breakdown of how these medications work, and it is not medical advice. It is something more useful: a thoughtful, honest framework for any woman who is considering these medications and wants to think through them carefully before making a decision.✔ Why understanding the problem you are trying to solve matters more than the medication itself ✔ What your responsibility is alongside any medication you take ✔ Why body composition matters just as much as body weight on this journey ✔ How to think about the long game and what comes next1:1 Coaching Consultation https://simplecoachingsession.as.me/consultation💌 And don’t forget to subscribe to Sherie’s newsletter for weekly encouragement and wellness tips → https://simple-healthstyle.kit.com/fbf945108fIn This Episode, You’ll Learn…[00:03:30] 1: Understand the actual problem you are trying to solve, not just the visible symptom[00:04:30] 2: Remember that these are medications, not wellness tools, and treat them accordingly[00:06:00] 3: Work with a physician or practitioner who knows your history and plans to stay involved[00:07:00] 4: Don't outsource your health to a medication. Own your part of the equation[00:08:30] 5: Build foundational habits before or alongside the medication for better results[00:10:00] 6: Pay attention to body composition, not just body weight. Consider a baseline DEXA scan[00:12:00] 7: Think about the long game. What is your plan, short term and long term?[00:13:30] 8: Seek out different perspectives, not just the ones that confirm what you already think[00:14:30] 9: Get quiet about this decision. Pray, reflect, or do whatever connects you to your own wisdom[00:15:30] 10: Keep your self-worth completely separate from your weight, whatever path you choose🚶‍♀️ Your Action Item: The Double DareGrab a piece of paper or open the notes app on your phone and answer these two questions honestly.What problem am I actually trying to solve, and what got me here?What am I responsible for, regardless of whether I use a medication or not?Sit with those. Let them marinate. The answers will tell you a lot about where to go next.