Will He Still Love Me When I'm Off Ozempic?

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Nov 12, 2024

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Jill Lewis

In this engaging discussion, Ronald Young Jr., host of Weight For It, Anna Holmes, award-winning writer, and Jill Lewis, body-positive therapist, tackle the complexities of body image in the Ozempic era. They explore how weight loss medications affect romantic relationships and the moral implications surrounding their use. The trio shares personal anecdotes about self-acceptance, societal pressures, and the emotional journey of embracing one’s body. Listeners' stories shine a light on the importance of love, understanding, and self-worth in navigating today’s dating landscape.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Exploring Body Size and Its Impact on Relationships

01:41 • 2min

Navigating Body Image and Weight Loss Conversations

03:22 • 16min

Navigating Food Noise and Body Image

19:20 • 10min

Embracing Body Image and Personal Journeys

29:23 • 10min

Navigating Love and Body Image

39:20 • 7min

Building Confidence and Embracing Self-Love

45:56 • 2min

Navigating Growth and Insecurities in Relationships

47:38 • 10min

Self-Acceptance Through Personal Stories

57:53 • 3min

Navigating Body Image and Relationships

01:01:22 • 17min

Embracing Confidence in Social Settings

01:18:29 • 4min

In 2021, we released an episode called The Weight of Love, where listeners shared stories about weight, body size, and how those factors affect their romantic relationships. Fast-forward to 2024, and weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have complicated these issues even further.

This week, listeners share stories and questions about dating, romance, sex, and self-love in the Ozempic era, and we’ve assembled a panel of experts to respond. Ronald Young Jr. is the host of Weight For It, a podcast about the conversations that we tend to avoid when it comes to our bodies. Anna Holmes wrote about her experience with the weight loss drug Mounjaro for Slate (and she is also executive producer for the exciting new podcast, The Wonder of Stevie). Jill Lewis is a body-positive therapist based in Atlanta. You can follow her on Instagram @jlewistherapy.

Podcast production by Zoe Azulay and Cameron Drews.

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