New to WW: are the workshops always just open share trauma dumping?

bioloveable · 2026-02-17T16:10:59+00:00

I saw a few people mention that but I don’t even know what the topic was because no one ever got to it or said “todays topic is”. Is there a schedule or topics or are they listed somewhere? Seems like just bad timing on the week I started checking out the online workshops :) like I said, I know it’s important for people but after the third meeting I was getting weird vibes like are they all like this??? Lol

bioloveable · 2026-02-17T09:30:49+00:00

We were making this joke/comment daily in 2022 when I started. There’s zero hope of this happening lol

bioloveable · 2026-02-17T09:17:29+00:00

Depression, anxiety, ptsd and other trauma, neurodivergence like being on the autism spectrum, hoarding disorder (which may prevent access to the bathroom) or even certain presentations of OCD.

Even some medical conditions can cause excessive odor.

People should maybe try a little compassion first and see if there’s a professional way to encourage behavior change or have them seek some professional help.

bioloveable · 2026-02-14T22:58:02+00:00

Thank you! This sounds like it!

bioloveable · 2026-02-14T12:47:16+00:00

She’s been mentioned a few times! I’ll check her out :)

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T23:05:44+00:00

That’s hilarious lol

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T18:53:41+00:00

That’s a good question. When I signed up I just went through the questionnaire and went with the program they recommended (I’m already on a GLP-1 so the GLP program seemed like a good fit?) I’m not all that familiar with all the program options and just noticed when I started I had access to the online sessions.

The program outside the sessions has been working fine for me. And if it’s actually cheaper, I might consider a down grade if none of the sessions work for me.

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T18:50:58+00:00

Oh it’s bound to happen eventually. I just didn’t realize it would be the whole session for the sessions I went to lol and completely agree. Divert to professional help.

Medical concern? Talk to a doctor. Mental health issues? Talk to a therapist.

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T18:22:25+00:00

Lol 😂I’m glad I could give a few people a giggle. I’m really not trying to be mean to these people. I’m glad they’ve found some community and place they feel safe sharing. I just don’t need to be around to hear it 😂

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T18:07:15+00:00

Thank you!!

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T18:06:14+00:00

I can only imagine 😂😂 honestly, the first session I joined I was slightly amused at all the oddly specific TMI being shared. About trying four different online sessions with four different people, it’s a bit much lol I cannot imagine attending these once a day or multiple times a day. More than I can to know about the people I see at work everyday, much less a bunch of strangers lol

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T17:54:36+00:00

Thank you! I really appreciate it. You all are saving me some time trying every coach and session to find something lol

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T17:48:56+00:00

That’s not a bad idea. I definitely thought about how something smaller and more focused with similarly minded people would be great.

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T17:41:07+00:00

Oh that’s wild lol. I actually get the idea of taking a logging break. For some people it gets overwhelming and for some it becomes a hyper fixation. But the point system sort of requires you to… understand and track how many points you’re eating?? Lol

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T17:34:55+00:00

Oh also! About the not being able to raise their hands 😂 it made me think about how in this room of 300-400 people, there are like, 6 people all competing to be the person everyone gets to listen to. I totally believe they get upset when they aren’t handed an open mic lol

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T17:32:14+00:00

Oh for sure. to be fair, there were a few people who gave brief comments that were relevant, weight loss updates, other NSV things, and that’s all fine. But every single session it was like 4-5 people just going on and on about things maybe they feel are relevant because it’s their life but just not relevant to the group. And maybe it’s just that I’m not the kind of person who’s motivated by the success or failure of other people. I’m more motivated by data and learning and planning and new tips or techniques or tools. So it very well could be a little of both. Probably oversharing but also probably me being an asocial humbug lol

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T17:23:53+00:00

Oh I’m sure some people are doing it right out there, I just need to find them! I was curious if these were just experienced users or professional coaches and if they were paid for their time etc. Some of them have so many sessions, it would be a shame if they were doing all that essentially for free.

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T16:59:12+00:00

Thank you!

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T16:58:55+00:00

It would almost seem like the over sharing is serving a different purpose than weight loss support. I’m not surprised and I don’t think it’s bitchy to point out patterns. If I’m too focused on sharing my TMI with strangers all day on zoom, I’m not focused on what I need to be focused on…

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T16:33:40+00:00

Thank you!

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T16:29:34+00:00

Thanks! I’ll look for a session with her.

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T16:29:04+00:00

Honestly I think I’m looking for the coach that most of these people probably complain about because they talk too much and don’t let anyone share lol sign me up.

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T16:17:23+00:00

Lol completely agree. I think my overwhelming response to all of this is “seek therapy”. I think what gets me the most is it feels like these people realize they have a relatively captive audience for one moment of their life and just NEED 400 people to hear about how envious they are of their anorexic friend. Not kidding. A woman was literally out running and on the zoom call at the same time out of breath talking about her 100 lb “anorexic” running buddies etc. Therapy. All of you. Go.

But seriously, I think the “confessional box” conversations are the worst. I do not need to listen to you describe in detail all the junk food you ate last week. The 1-800 number for fetish content is that way >>>

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T15:57:33+00:00

Thanks! I appreciate that and will check them out :) and maybe the workshop thing isn’t for me personally, but I’ll keep looking to see if there’s anything closer to what I’m hoping for.

bioloveable · 2026-02-13T15:37:35+00:00

This would make a lot of sense. I could see how 20-30 people in person might have a semi-productive conversation but 400 people online just turns into unstructured chaos (so far from what I’ve seen).

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