EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 1H
63. The Identity Crisis No One Talks About After Bariatric Surgery (Karen Kenney Breaks It Down)
from Bariatrics and GLP-1's for Busy People with Rob DiMedio · host Rob DiMedio
In this episode, I sit down with Karen Kenney to tackle one of the most overlooked parts of bariatric surgery: what happens to your identity when the weight starts coming off. We talk about how personal stories shape the way you see yourself, why so many patients struggle to navigate who they are post-surgery, and the emotional tools you need to stay grounded through it all.Karen shares how trauma, vulnerability, and trust play into the healing process and why community support is so essential to long-term success. We also dig into what it takes to build a healthier relationship with yourself and food so you don’t fall back into old patterns.If you’ve ever thought, “I should feel happy after surgery… so why don’t I?” this conversation will change the way you see your journey. Because the truth is, losing weight is one thing — but finding yourself after bariatric surgery is a whole different battle.My Resources and Special Offers Join my email list for inside tricks to crush your bariatric journey! Want a free 30 minute consultation on how to optimize your bariatric journey? Take our free metabolic assessment! Ready to crush your goals apply to my 1:1 coaching program! Find me on Socials InstagramBusy Bariatrics Tiktok
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In this episode, I sit down with Karen Kenney to tackle one of the most overlooked parts of bariatric surgery: what happens to your identity when the weight starts coming off. We talk about how personal stories shape the way you see yourself, why so many patients struggle to navigate who they are post-surgery, and the emotional tools you need to stay grounded through it all.Karen shares how trauma, vulnerability, and trust play into the healing process and why community support is so essential to long-term success. We also dig into what it takes to build a healthier relationship with yourself and food so you don’t fall back into old patterns.If you’ve ever thought, “I should feel happy after surgery… so why don’t I?” this conversation will change the way you see your journey. Because the truth is, losing weight is one thing — but finding yourself after bariatric surgery is a whole different battle.My Resources and Special Offers Join my email list for inside tricks to crush your bariatric journey! Want a free 30 minute consultation on how to optimize your bariatric journey? Take our free metabolic assessment! Ready to crush your goals apply to my 1:1 coaching program! Find me on Socials InstagramBusy Bariatrics Tiktok
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