EPISODE · Apr 27, 2026 · 19 MIN
Embracing GLP1: A Journey Beyond Judgment
from Living Well Into Our Older Years · host healthybygeorge
GLP-1 Weight Loss Shame & Stigma: My 3-Year Mounjaro Journey (50+ lbs Down) and the Inner Dialogue The speaker shares their personal experience using a GLP-1 medication (Mounjaro) for nearly three years, losing over 50 pounds and reaching a weight not seen since their late teens, while still struggling with an internal dialogue of fear, shame, and self-judgment shaped by decades of diet culture. As a health psychologist with 25+ years of research experience, they explain how GLP-1 medications mimic a natural hormone that signals fullness, slows digestion, and regulates blood sugar, and note these drugs were developed for type 2 diabetes but shown in studies to support significant weight loss. They discuss media controversy, stigma, and data on judgment and secrecy, emphasize obesity as a complex medical condition, and encourage viewers to use evidence-based tools without apology, consult a doctor, and leave judgment behind. 00:00 Breaking the Silence 01:50 Meet the Creator 02:33 How GLP One Works 04:14 Why Diets Failed Me 06:17 Letting Go of Shame 08:23 Stigma and Judgment Data 10:33 Obesity Is Medical 11:45 Millions Use These Meds 13:41 The Shame Within 15:31 Your Health Your Choice 16:58 Three Key Takeaways 17:36 Final Encouragement 🌿💚 📌 Disclaimer: The views shared here are solely for education and entertainment. They are not endorsed by my employer or any affiliated companies. This content reflects personal perspectives, and I encourage everyone to consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice. Follow us on Social Media: YouTube: / @healthybygeorge3425 🔥INSTAGRAM: /healthybygeorge6 💎WEBSITE: https://www.healthybygeorge.com/ 🔮FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... 📧 For Business Inquiries 📧 Mail: [email protected]
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