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How to Deal With It
There’s no quick fix here.
But there are better questions to ask yourself:
What exactly am I worried about?
What would make me feel ready?
What do I want my relationship with food to look like next?
Talk about it with someone you trust. Journal it. Bring it up with your prescriber.
And remember, this is exactly the kind of work our Tuning In section is built to support, helping you keep mindset, food, and movement part of life after the pen.
TL;DR
Stopping isn’t just about doses and dates. It’s about feelings, too.
You don’t have to have it all figured out.
But taking a little time to understand the guilt, fear, and identity shifts that can come with stopping can make the transition less jarring and a lot more intentional.
Fear
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “But I can’t do it without the injections,” you’re not the only one.
GLP-1s can become a kind of safety net, a reliable crutch you’re scared to let go of.
Fear of the food noise coming back. Fear of losing control. Fear that you’ll slide back to old habits before you even notice.
These are honest fears. They don’t make you weak. They just mean you care about holding on to the progress you’ve made.
Facing Your Fears
Try naming your fear directly:
"What am I most worried will happen if I stop?"
Visualise what would make you feel more ready or supported. Fear is not something to banish, but something to learn from. By understanding it, you can plan for it and reduce its power over you.
Identity
For many, being “on it” becomes part of who they are.
It’s in your routine, your meal choices, even how you talk about weight loss with friends or family.
Maybe you kept it private, and now you’re wondering what story you’ll tell. Or you were open about it, and it became a topic of conversation, a marker of change.
So what happens when it’s not part of your identity anymore?
It can leave a strange little space you don’t quite know how to fill. And that’s worth thinking about before you step away.
(Re)Claiming Your Identity
Ask yourself:
"Who do I want to be when I’m not using the pen?"
Think about what parts of you stay the same and what might evolve. This isn’t about losing an identity but creating a new one that fits where you’re going. You get to decide what that story will be.
Quick Note: This is general information, not medical advice. Always talk to your prescriber if you’re considering stopping your GLP-1 or have questions about your plan.
This Is the Part No One Really Talks About
Deciding to stop Mounjaro, Ozempic, or Wegovy isn’t just a medical question; it can also feel surprisingly personal.
Because when the pen goes away, you might find yourself sitting with thoughts and emotions you didn’t expect. And that’s normal.
You’ve done something big. You changed how you eat, how you think about food, and how you see yourself. Even if it wasn’t perfect, it was still a huge part of your daily life.
It’s okay to have feelings about leaving it behind.
Guilt
This one can show up quietly and in ways that might surprise you.
Not because you “failed,” but because you succeeded. Because it worked for you.
Maybe you feel strange about stopping when it was helping. Or guilty about the time, money, or energy you invested to get here.
Everyone’s guilt is personal.
It’s worth noticing it, naming it, and asking where it really comes from. There’s no right or wrong to feel it. It just is.
Find Yourself Not Guilty
If guilt is bubbling up, give yourself permission to examine it without judgment.
Ask yourself: "What exactly do I feel guilty about?"
Write it down, say it out loud, or talk it through with someone you trust. Remind yourself that you don’t owe anyone perfection, including yourself. You chose this journey for your health, and it’s okay for your needs to change over time.
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Nick M
Published:
10 Jul 2025
Updated:
6 Oct 2025
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