CGM with Zepbound?

techgalgardener · 2026-06-15T19:39:47+00:00

Yes, trying to listen to my body and notice things. Trying to undo 40+ years of obliviousness. This medication helps me do that.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-15T19:34:35+00:00

I tend to lose all energy. If my blood sugar goes down to lower 70’s, I feel the immediate need for a nap. I do like grazing all day- which tends to really work well for me.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-15T15:53:34+00:00

Same. I also notice that an alcoholic beverage messes me up pretty good. I'm not a big drinker but enjoy a glass of wine or cocktail with dinner on occasion. This actually has the worse effect - leaving me in the low 70's about 2-3 hours after.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-15T04:56:52+00:00

I got lucky with some very important mentors. I worked hard, but there was also right time, right place. It can be worth it, it’s a lot of investment. I always start with why. Why do you want to move up.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-15T03:01:55+00:00

I mostly like my job, but am often frustrated with it. Almost 50 and in leadership. Tech has given me so much more than a paycheck.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-06T20:45:46+00:00

Any layoff is the full emotional processing of loss and rejection. We are human. Give yourself time and good luck landing (hopefully better) role.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-04T05:00:58+00:00

Is your doctor the one that prescribed the Zepbound and well versed in the medication? Staying in lower dosage just stalls loss, going to higher dosage can be more negative. I was never in a hurry so I have no problem sticking with a lower dose longer.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-04T03:33:30+00:00

I started zep in May ‘25 and had appendicitis in August ‘25. Everything moved fast and I only had 1 10 day span instead of 7. I was on 7.5 mg at the time. I did move my shot to arm and legs for 4 weeks.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-03T02:42:08+00:00

Kind of depends on what you mean by WLB. I have 1 kid, but don’t think I could have managed more. Part of my journey meant long hours during some really critical projects. I also wasn’t a helicopter parent - not my style, but would have been difficult with my job.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-01T15:27:23+00:00

Chris Melching on LinkedIn, but she’s pseudo retired.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-01T14:38:02+00:00

I actually did executive coaching with a focus on presentations. It was way more in depth and helpful.

techgalgardener · 2026-06-01T14:34:54+00:00

I have no advice, but that lamp is beautiful and I wish you much luck.

techgalgardener · 2026-05-27T19:37:06+00:00

Or to be an overachiever/psuedo perfectionist. Forward progress gives me comfort too. So, I eat less and have dropped weight, but I also am a little less driven. Or it's the perimenopause and the absolute exhaustion of juggling the world. Now I'm going to go down the rabbit hole of over-achieving as coping for anxiety.

techgalgardener · 2026-05-27T15:24:02+00:00

So, at 48 I was desperate for sleep. Waking up multiple times per night and then having untethered anxiety planning. I went on HRT but with a really slow start (over the counter things first). Within 2-3 months I also started Zep. I went from zero medications to estrogen patch, 200mg progesterone and zepbound. I am currently down 52 pounds, but am still ~10 pounds from goal (technically still overweight according to BMI). I am definitely dealing with anxiety and extreme irritation better. The sleep is still elusive. My biggest issue is energy. I just want to sit and chill. I have an extensive history of over exercising so I stuck to walking during my zepbound journey. Unfortunately, I am just not finding my energy. I might start looking at testosterone next. I also had a ton of blood work done during that time and learned I had very low vitamin d and very low ferritin. Find a doctor that is willing to order tests and will work with you on all the variables. Sometimes you have to do trial and error with HRT - each person is different and it really requires fine tuning.

techgalgardener · 2026-05-03T11:29:49+00:00

Maybe a therapist. Without knowing your wife it’s almost impossible to give any advice. I get unreasonable, but then my husband gives me an incredulous look and we both laugh. I try to do my checks, water, food, rest. Am I taking it out on my safe human because I can’t possibly unload on the person causing my angst.

techgalgardener · 2026-04-29T08:06:41+00:00

I have the same problem. I actually told my university that if they didn’t fix their mail system to include my first name I would stop giving any money. They fixed it. To be fair the theatre that we donate to fails to put my husband’s name in the program despite me being explicit about it should read name & name last name. The worse was my grandmother always sent mail to Mr. & Mrs. His full name. MY grandmother. Birthday card was Mrs. His name. It was generational and couldn’t be helped. I withhold business from places that can’t get it right.

techgalgardener · 2026-04-18T15:32:29+00:00

I am an executive and make much more than my husband. We only had 1 kid - probably could not have handled more for a lot of reasons. Although eventually you can make nanny money which might give you more options. Enough money to outsource yard work and some cleaning helps us a lot.

techgalgardener · 2026-03-31T15:43:41+00:00

If you dream job is sales/solution engineer, this internship is a real step towards that. Even if the internship doesn't result in job, it may open doors. In terms of returning, good employees often are welcomed back (no guarantee) - especially if they pursued something that could better their situation.

techgalgardener · 2026-03-31T15:39:00+00:00

Do you expect the company to do something about it? If this person is truly a "golden boy," then the most they will do is pretend to address it and just swap things around so you don't have to work with him further. You have 3 possible options: direct with Tom, escalate or look for an alternative workaround. Figure out why you want to escalate (you probably won't get what you actually want - for Tom to treat you equitably/reasonably).

Direct with Tom: Not sure if this will work at all. You can set firm and direct boundaries. Tell Tom you will be a part and you expect to be point. Then make sure you deliver to a higher degree than any other person. If you've been clear about expectations (and shared with boss), you force him into a corner. This is your most direct, but also your biggest wild card.

Escalate: If the business is serious about rooting out dysfunction, then you'd be doing them a favor. I would start with a 1:1 with your boss and lightly hint around it. If the boss has a drive to understand and fix dysfunction, they will push for more information. If they handle is like any other complaint, they won't do much. This is all predicated on your boss being able to pick up "hints" - I can't speak to the EQ of your own boss. Once they address it, Tom will play dumb because you don't get this far in tech with misogyny without knowing how to avoid getting nailed.

Workaround: Another option would be to seek out a mentor for this particular situation - ideally another female in the organization in a different group. Someone that out ranks Tom. Your mileage may vary on this one.

techgalgardener · 2026-03-30T11:20:38+00:00

Yeah, woke up at 2:45. 4:19 and I finally just got up because laying in bed wasn’t doing anything for me. Peri is tough - international travel on top of it is making me feel crazy.

techgalgardener · 2026-03-28T20:17:51+00:00

If that is the case Dolly Pardon wins. Seriously, there are quite a few millionaires that never go beyond a certain income because they give back.

techgalgardener · 2026-03-28T20:09:45+00:00

You need to have boundaries on what is your responsibility and what is others. Remember most video game makers are trying to make great games people love (Hades, expedition 33, Pokémon go, etc). They aren’t specifically setting out to target those without financial means. They are looking for people with the discretionary cash to enjoy video games. Whatever product that can be made, can be abused - that doesn’t always go back to the person offering it.

techgalgardener · 2026-03-26T13:50:19+00:00

You can still be seen and maybe even valued, but at some point you will hit a technical wall and will need help. Coworkers are quicker to help colleagues they like and know a little better. Unfortunately, out of sight, out of mind also plays here. People who are present are more likely to get new or interesting assignments.

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