Anonymous
Post 01/09/2024 08:58     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:Are people really asking you? I find it hard to believe people are asking outright if you are on weight loss meds, even if they wonder. That is just so rude and frankly, I find people would just rather avoid the topic of your weight all together. It’s super awkward. This is likely a troll drumming up weight loss med drama


Yeah, I’ve had a lot of sort of questioning looks that are usually well intentioned but no one has outright asked me.
Anonymous
Post 01/09/2024 08:57     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:OP I am trying to lose a substantial amount of weight (30lbs) and honestly I'd be thrilled to hear someone did it without Ozempic because my insurance won't cover it. I'm also thrilled for people who do it with Ozempic but also kinda jealous, which I keep to myself. So no shade.


Right there with you, PP.
Anonymous
Post 01/09/2024 08:15     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
Are people really asking you? I find it hard to believe people are asking outright if you are on weight loss meds, even if they wonder. That is just so rude and frankly, I find people would just rather avoid the topic of your weight all together. It’s super awkward. This is likely a troll drumming up weight loss med drama
Anonymous
Post 01/09/2024 07:23     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:I've lost about 80 pounds, steadily over almost 3 years. I started around 220 lbs, and now I weigh 140 lbs. I do intermittent fasting, drink very little alcohol, adhere to 8 hours sleep, walk daily, weight training 2-3x wk. These are not overnight fixes for weight loss and health. I also don't obsessively talk about my weight loss struggles and the work I've put in. The loss was pretty slow and steady, and when you are bigger, no one notices the first 30-40 pounds of weight loss anyway. No one seemed to notice that I had lost weight until I hit about 160 lbs. Now, people are constantly asking me if I'm on Ozempic and giving me knowing looks, or will outright accuse me of lying when I say that I'm not. I am 40s, 5'6" and went from a size 16 to a size 8.

I should not care. I do not judge people who use Ozempic. These new drugs are amazing and life changing for many people. I have friends who are on it and happy and healthy. I am happy for them. I did not consider taking it because I am on some other medications for other conditions, and even if I was a candidate, I can't afford the meds any way! Still, I can't shake the upset feelings I am having over people thinking I did take it. Others perception of me should not matter so much, but why does this issue feel so bad?


First ... AMAZING job. That is a huge accomplishment!!

It feels bad because you want to be acknowledged for putting in the work and willpower. I get you. But the people asking are probably a little jealous (she lost all that weight!) and many have tried and failed themselves.

I think you may be projecting with the "knowing looks" (although accusing you of lying? That is beyond the pale!). If somebody accuses you of lying, just repeat that back to them ... "I'm surprised to hear you accusing me of lying"

And finally -- again -- Congrats on the weight loss! You look amazing and I hope you feel great.
Anonymous
Post 01/09/2024 07:15     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:What about it bothers you? Is it that you put in the work and changed your lifestyle?


Because OP didn't? It doesn't matter what it is, if you're being assumed to have done something you didn't, it's bothersome. I had two kids in my 40s and people assume I used donor eggs (one friend said it to me directly). I like the PP's response saying "I’m grateful I could do this without it this time and I’m grateful it’s available if I ever need it in the future”

Congrats on the weight loss, OP. I tried Ozempic and didn't lose anything so am back to trying to do it myself. It's a struggle for me, so I appreciate your accomplishment even more.
Anonymous
Post 01/09/2024 06:59     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
OP I am trying to lose a substantial amount of weight (30lbs) and honestly I'd be thrilled to hear someone did it without Ozempic because my insurance won't cover it. I'm also thrilled for people who do it with Ozempic but also kinda jealous, which I keep to myself. So no shade.
Anonymous
Post 01/09/2024 06:56     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:I've lost about 80 pounds, steadily over almost 3 years. I started around 220 lbs, and now I weigh 140 lbs. I do intermittent fasting, drink very little alcohol, adhere to 8 hours sleep, walk daily, weight training 2-3x wk. These are not overnight fixes for weight loss and health. I also don't obsessively talk about my weight loss struggles and the work I've put in. The loss was pretty slow and steady, and when you are bigger, no one notices the first 30-40 pounds of weight loss anyway. No one seemed to notice that I had lost weight until I hit about 160 lbs. Now, people are constantly asking me if I'm on Ozempic and giving me knowing looks, or will outright accuse me of lying when I say that I'm not. I am 40s, 5'6" and went from a size 16 to a size 8.

I should not care. I do not judge people who use Ozempic. These new drugs are amazing and life changing for many people. I have friends who are on it and happy and heallthy. I am happy for them. I did not consider taking it because I am on some other medications for other conditions, and even if I was a candidate, I can't afford the meds any way! Still, I can't shake the upset feelings I am having over people thinking I did take it. Others perception of me should not matter so much, but why does this issue feel so bad?


No idea. Are you thirsty for praise for losing weight the old fashioned way and resent people thinking you took a short cut?

I have never GAF what other people think of me so I can’t really relate.

It’s funny. I take Ozempic. I lost 50 lbs on my own before taking it though — a diabetes diagnosis scared me straight. I cleaned up my habits. So I lost the weight and THEN started Ozempic as part of my treatment for diabetes. I haven’t lost a pound on it. In fact, I maybe put three or four back on.

But never once have I worried about what people thought. That’s just not a thing for me.

Figuring out why it matters to you what others think is something to explore with a therapist.
Anonymous
Post 01/09/2024 06:46     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
Anyone who talks about your weight if you don’t want to, speculates about your medication or accuses you of lying is super rude.

The Ozempic is not the upsetting part about those conversations.

As an Ozempic user myself, I can tell you there are people I have no problem talking about it with, even if they disapprove! Those are the people who are kind, thoughtful, and who love me. There are others I would rather not talk to about it. So it’s not the Ozempic. It’s the humans.
Anonymous
Post 01/09/2024 06:29     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
What about it bothers you? Is it that you put in the work and changed your lifestyle?
Anonymous
Post 01/04/2024 19:53     Subject: Re:Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
I’m in a similar situation and tell people specifically what I am doing to lose the weight. I want people to know that it is very possible to lose weight without the drugs especially since they are so expensive and not covered by insurance for many people. I’d rather share my story than see someone go to a shady online provider.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2024 15:50     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:“No, I’m grateful I could do this without it this time and I’m grateful it’s available if I ever need it in the future”


Excellent response!
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2024 11:10     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
People are judgemental about those who use these drugs for purely aesthetic reasons of weight loss vs medical need. I’d feel like you do. But I think a variant of PP’s suggested response is good.

And — *you* and those closest to you know the truth. That is what ultimately matters, on top of hard work and discipline. Congrats, OP! Weight loss can be so hard but you did it!!
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2024 10:56     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
“No, I’m grateful I could do this without it this time and I’m grateful it’s available if I ever need it in the future”
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2024 09:41     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
I’m sympathetic! But all you can really do is smile, shrug, and know you’re right. I find this works (internally) for all sorts of frustrating situations. Congrats on the weight loss! That’s really impressive and you must feel great.
Anonymous
Post 01/03/2024 09:29     Subject: Trying to get over people assuming I'm taking Ozempic
I've lost about 80 pounds, steadily over almost 3 years. I started around 220 lbs, and now I weigh 140 lbs. I do intermittent fasting, drink very little alcohol, adhere to 8 hours sleep, walk daily, weight training 2-3x wk. These are not overnight fixes for weight loss and health. I also don't obsessively talk about my weight loss struggles and the work I've put in. The loss was pretty slow and steady, and when you are bigger, no one notices the first 30-40 pounds of weight loss anyway. No one seemed to notice that I had lost weight until I hit about 160 lbs. Now, people are constantly asking me if I'm on Ozempic and giving me knowing looks, or will outright accuse me of lying when I say that I'm not. I am 40s, 5'6" and went from a size 16 to a size 8.

I should not care. I do not judge people who use Ozempic. These new drugs are amazing and life changing for many people. I have friends who are on it and happy and heallthy. I am happy for them. I did not consider taking it because I am on some other medications for other conditions, and even if I was a candidate, I can't afford the meds any way! Still, I can't shake the upset feelings I am having over people thinking I did take it. Others perception of me should not matter so much, but why does this issue feel so bad?