GLP-1 weight loss medications like Zepbound and Wegovy have changed the weight-loss conversation — especially for women in midlife. For many people, they quiet food noise, reduce appetite, and finally make weight loss feel… possible. But here’s the part that doesn’t get talked about enough: Medication helps with appetite.It doesn’t teach you how to live in your body — or your life — long term. That’s where support matters. GLP-1s Are Powerful Tools — Not a Full Plan GLP-1 medications work by influencing hunger hormones, digestion, and blood sugar regulation. For many women, this can feel like a huge relief after years of white-knuckling willpower. But once appetite changes, new challenges often show up: These … [Read more...] about Support From a Coach During GLP-1 Weight Loss
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Thinking About Zepbound? Here’s What to Expect (and What I Want You To Know)
If you’ve been curious about Zepbound or watching friends have big success on it, you’re not alone. GLP-1 medications are having a moment — and for good reason. They can be powerful tools for weight loss, metabolic health, and reducing long-term risk. But like any tool, they work best when you understand what they are… and what they aren’t. As a health coach who has walked alongside many women on this journey — and as someone who has coached through countless habit changes, plateaus, wins, setbacks — I want to give you a clear, compassionate rundown of what to expect if you’re thinking about Zepbound. This isn’t hype. This isn’t fear-mongering.This is the middle path: informed, grounded, and supportive. Let’s get into it. 🌟 … [Read more...] about Thinking About Zepbound? Here’s What to Expect (and What I Want You To Know)
Saying “No” to Alcohol with Confidence
Ever heard the story of the frog in boiling water? 🐸 It’s a powerful metaphor that reminds us how gradual changes can sneak up on us. If you drop a frog in boiling water, it’ll jump right out. But if you put it in lukewarm water and slowly raise the heat, it won’t notice the danger until it’s too late. The lesson? Sometimes, we don’t realize how small, seemingly harmless shifts in our lives can add up—until we’re suddenly feeling stuck or out of sorts. Even after nearly 15 years of coaching, I’m still amazed by how easily these “unhelpful habits” can creep in. One small shift, then another… and before you know it, you’re asking, “Wait, how did I get here?” For me, it happened during a whirlwind of life changes: losing my dad, becoming … [Read more...] about Saying “No” to Alcohol with Confidence
How Being Kind to Yourself Can Transform Your Eating Habits
Some people think self-compassion is just fluff. Fair enough: It’s not always easy to see the link between self-compassion and nutrition habits. But here’s the truth: Properly harnessing self-compassion can be a game-changer, helping you eat, move, and live better. And a recent study published in Nutrients sheds light on exactly why that is. What is Self-Compassion? Self-compassion involves treating yourself with the same kindness and understanding as you would a good friend. It has three core components: How the Study Was Conducted To explore the connection between self-compassion, body image, and eating habits, researchers surveyed 100 mothers using online questionnaires. These surveys measured levels of … [Read more...] about How Being Kind to Yourself Can Transform Your Eating Habits