The Shame Spiral: Why Feeling Bad About Your Weight Makes It Impossible to Lose It
Sami Badrakhan Sami Badrakhan

The Shame Spiral: Why Feeling Bad About Your Weight Makes It Impossible to Lose It

The shame spiral is a silent trap: you feel bad about your body, so you seek comfort in food, which then makes you feel more guilty and ashamed. It’s a vicious, exhausting cycle.

I want to help you see that this isn't a lack of willpower; it’s a deeply human response to pain. We tend to focus on the food, but the real driver is the emotional discomfort before you eat.

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The New "Quick Fix": A Conversation About Ozempic and Weight Loss Drugs
Sami Badrakhan Sami Badrakhan

The New "Quick Fix": A Conversation About Ozempic and Weight Loss Drugs

New weight loss drugs like Ozempic feel like a miracle, a fast track to a result many have struggled for years to achieve. But this shortcut bypasses the most critical part of the journey: building the habits and skills needed to maintain your progress.

As someone who understands the deep desire for change, my concern is this: what happens when the prescription ends?

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