4. A Mindset That’s Realistic, Not Ruthless

It’s incredibly common to flip into “diet mode” the minute your pen arrives. You might find yourself clearing out your fridge, planning perfect meals, and telling yourself this time I’m going to do it right from the start.

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to support your results, but be careful not to load yourself up with pressure before anything’s even begun.

GLP-1s don’t need perfection. They work with your body to take the edge off cravings, reduce appetite, and help you feel full sooner. That’s enough of a shift already. Let that be your starting point, not a full-blown health overhaul on day one.

5. The Emotional Prep No One Talks About

Let’s be honest, the idea of injecting yourself can feel weird, even scary. Totally normal.

Some people are nervous about the pain (spoiler: it’s usually painless). Others worry about doing it wrong. And almost everyone feels that “what now?” wobble afterwards, like you’ve taken this big step, and… nothing’s happening. No dramatic effect. No sudden change. Just a quiet wait.

That’s okay. That’s normal.

In the first couple of days, you might not feel much, or anything at all. Some people do feel subtle shifts right away. Others don’t notice a real difference until week two or three. That doesn’t mean it’s not working. It just means your body is adjusting.

Oh, and if you start getting burps that taste/smell weird (like eggy sulphur), feel slightly constipated, or get random food icks (like the smell of your favourite coffee suddenly makes your stomach turn)… yep, those are all common side effects. Gross but manageable. We’ll talk more about those in upcoming articles.

6. Permission to Change Your Mind

This part matters: you don’t have to keep taking it if you don’t like it.

You’re not locked in. If you try it and decide it’s not for you, that doesn’t make you a failure. You’re allowed to try something, reassess, and do what feels right for your body.

That said, most people find the first few weeks are the bumpiest. If you’re unsure, reach out to your prescriber and talk it through before quitting altogether. Sometimes a tweak in dose or timing can make a huge difference.

One Last Thought Before You Jab…

If you’re holding the pen in your hand and second-guessing everything, take a breath.

You don’t have to rush. You don’t have to force it. And you definitely don’t have to jab today if something in you says not yet.

But if the hesitation you’re feeling is fear of the unknown, not a gut feeling that this isn’t right, then try not to let that fear be the thing that decides for you.

You’ll never know how this feels in your body until you try it. Not what the forums say. Not what someone else experienced. Just your own reality, one step at a time.

And if you try it and change your mind? That’s okay too. You’re allowed to pause, reassess, or stop completely. This is your choice... always.

No pressure. No judgment. Just a moment of possibility.

And if you do decide to go ahead… we’re with you. Let’s see what happens next.