Amy Kim25 said:Hey Megan Anderson5, you are absolutely crushing this! How are you actually feeling deep down? Are you feeling super pumped about everything, or are you still having those "is this really happening?" moments on certain days? I'm also dying to know if your mood has been riding a rollercoaster at all—like, what’s been the biggest hurdle or the toughest part of this whole journey for you?
I was just scrolling back through everything you've posted, and honestly, your discipline is totally next level—it's seriously impressive!
So, what’s your take on the medication these days? Like, do you honestly feel like you could crush your goals without it, or is it basically the secret sauce you absolutely need to stay on track for the long haul?
I finally scored my second appointment with the endocrinologist, so fingers crossed we actually get somewhere! I did end up getting an A1 referral for this first visit, though I’m low-key stressing that they might hit me with some red tape regarding certain tests since I don't have a D1 yet—it feels like trying to drive a Ferrari with a learner's permit or something—but honestly, whatever happens, I just need to get the ball rolling!
Hey! You were talking about that protein pudding earlier—which one was it exactly? Was it that one from Lascaux in the little cups? I actually spotted some soy ones over at CVS the other day and gave them a shot, and honestly, they were pretty tasty!
Hey! So, right around the time I dropped my last post, I started dealing with some major gallbladder issues, and now I’m actually heading in for surgery next week! My endocrinologist told me to totally clear my system and take nothing at all until the procedure is done, plus about a week after that too. So, for almost two weeks now, I've been completely off both my Wegovy and Metformin.
I used to think that being constantly hungry was just some minor annoyance, you know, like a little background noise, but now that I’m off everything, it’s hitting me like a freight train how insane my appetite actually is and how much I truly rely on those meds! It's been such a rollercoaster because I've already put on about 6 pounds in just the last two weeks, so I am seriously counting down the days until this phase is over and I can finally get back to eating normally again!
I'm currently stuck on this super strict gallbladder diet where I can't touch anything greasy, but then they also basically ban almost all fruits and veggies! It’s like being told you can have the breadbasket but none of the salad, so I’ve just been absolutely crushing pasta and potatoes every single day to get by.
So, everyone keeps insisting that these meds aren't the direct culprit behind what I'm going through, but honestly, it just doesn't sit right with me! Like, those stones didn't just pop up out of thin air over the last three months—they've been building up for years, you know? Even though the doctors say they shouldn't mess with my upcoming surgery, I’m playing it super safe and skipping them for now just to be extra cautious!
Honestly, I’m feeling a little rattled mentally right now. It’s like my brain just goes into overdrive and I start overdoing everything, especially when it comes to food—I feel like I'm constantly starving even when I'm definitely not! Plus, ice cream season is officially here and let me tell you, the motivation to hit the gym is basically non-existent. 🤦 I just know some of you guys totally get where I'm coming from!
Hey! So I actually jumped on that Noom bandwagon too—I think there’s some freebie deal if you sign up through the Wegovy website (or maybe it's always free, honestly, I just stumbled onto Noom after clicking through their page). It’s been pretty chill so far, like, I feel way less like I'm constantly beating myself up, and I'm definitely processing everything much better than before. I'm totally getting back on track, and everything is gonna be just fine!
So yeah, I am officially in this for the long haul! I’m planning on riding this wave and taking whatever they'll let me have, because let’s be real—I still have a massive mountain of weight to climb before I hit what most people would call a "normal" size, so we’re probably looking at a journey that lasts a year or even longer. Right now, there is absolutely no way I could pull this off without Wegovy, but honestly, three months feels like just a blink of an eye, and maybe after ten, eighteen, or twenty-four months, things will start feeling totally different. I’m just crossing my fingers that I won't have to stay on it forever lol, otherwise I'll be totally broke before I know it!
I am totally dialed in when my life actually feels organized and I’m not constantly dealing with random, chaotic curveballs popping up out of nowhere! Since I was basically an athlete from the time I could walk until I hit 25, I’ve got that built-in discipline where pushing myself physically feels like second nature rather than a massive chore. Plus, since I don't have kids or a husband to look after, I've got zero extra responsibilities hanging over my head, and I don't have anyone else relying on me either. Working from home is such a game-changer too, especially because I live right near my parents who whip up home-cooked meals every single day, which honestly makes staying on track feel like a total breeze!
I totally get where you're coming from—life moves so fast that it feels like you can barely catch a breath, let alone carve out a massive chunk of time to actually focus on yourself and all those things you really ought to be doing for your own sake!
Hey! So I’ve just been grabbing whatever basic protein powder I can find because, honestly, I don't know the first thing about this stuff! I picked up some flavors on a site called MyProtein—I went with cookies and cream and vanilla. And get this: I even snagged some sugar-free caramel sauce too, can you actually believe that? 🤣) So I’ve been playing around with some oatmeal recipes lately.
I am absolutely obsessed with those protein puddings you get at Trader Joe's. One girl on here suggested mixing the cherry ones with some oats and it was honestly a total game changer! I highly recommend it, though if you ask me, the chocolate one is the absolute winner, even though they have a bunch of different flavors out there.
Amy Kim25, are you living in New York City too? Where do you go to see your endocrinologist?
From what I’ve gathered, when you first meet an endocrinologist, they basically just hand you a massive list of tests to run, and then you have to go back for a second appointment with all those results before they actually start you on any kind of treatment plan. On top of that, I’ve been seeing a nutritionist every six weeks for check-ins and measurements to stay on track.
Ugh, look at me writing a whole freaking novel again! I just can't seem to wrap my thoughts up concisely—I feel like I'm constantly adding more and more detail.
Anyway, good luck at your appointment! Definitely let me know how everything goes if we don't chat before then.👍
