EP 54: Peptides, Burnout & Building Loop in Public | Dr. Sarah Sarkis Returns

Peptides, burnout, wellness culture, and social media pressure… this episode gets real.

In Episode 54 of the Loop Podcast, Steph sits down with returning guest Dr. Sarah Sarkis for an honest conversation about the emotional side of building a wellness brand in public while navigating peptides, business growth, social media scrutiny, leadership, and burnout.

Steph opens up about the rapid growth of Loop, the pressure of running a health-focused company, dealing with Instagram bans and shadowbans, and the emotional toll that comes with constantly showing up online. Together, she and Dr. Sarkis unpack the complicated relationship between wellness culture, body image, ambition, perfectionism, and self-worth.

They also dive into:

• The dangers of peptide misuse and misinformation
• Why wellness is NOT one-size-fits-all
• The pressure women face online around body image
• Leadership, boundaries, and protecting your energy
• Burnout, overcommitment, and founder fatigue
• Why community matters more than ever
• The future of Loop and peptide education
• Building a business ethically in a crowded industry

This episode is vulnerable, reflective, funny, and deeply human. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, wellness enthusiast, peptide user, or simply someone trying to balance ambition with real life, this conversation will resonate.

Peptides & Supplements Discussed

• GLP-1 peptides (metabolic health + weight management)
• Creatine (strength + recovery support)
• Amino acids (muscle recovery + protein support)
• Research peptides vs compounded peptides
• Peptides for inflammation, recovery, and optimization
• Hair growth + skin support discussions

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