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Quitting this “Healthy” Habit (Day 20 Spring Break Free)
I taught fitness classes for over a decade and I saw it every week. One night though, it really scared me. That was the night when we got off the spin bikes to stretch and she fell over. She got off the bike and next thing I knew, she was on the ground. She had a...
How to Break Food Addiction (Day 21 of the Spring Break Free)
Food. I'd rather not talk about food. Okay, I guess that's not true. I talk about everything--maybe a little too honestly. But, I confess I have an affection for Bark Thins and how quickly they seem to disappear in my house (although I won't let anyone else touch the...
Stop the Comparison Habit (Day 22 Spring Break Free)
Are you guilty of comparison? Don't feel bad. Most of us are. It's hard, in our culture, not to compare ourselves to others. I mean, gracious, we see their lives in front of us all day long. It used to be you could only compare yourself to those folks you ran into...
Why You Need Community (Spring Break Free Day 23)
https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/why-you-need-community-spring-break-free-day-23 Community. What is that anyway? It's a bit of a modern Christian "buzz word" but what does it really mean? Let me break it down for you. Community requires you to be a part of a...
Ways to Prepare for Swimsuit Season (Day 24 Spring Break Free)
Only 1 day left in the Spring Break Free Series. Today, we're going to talk about some practical ways you can prepare your heart for swimsuit season. Everywhere you look you'll find tips this month on how to get your BODY ready for summer. But, how do you prepare your...
Spring Break Free Finale Day 25: 3 Lessons To Carry With You
Body image issues aren't good for you, mentally or physically. I hope through these twenty-five days you've discovered some of why you struggle. Though the audio quality isn't awesome, my prayer is that these twenty-five days of content have kick-started your body...
Little Mirrors: Encouragement for Moms
Mom, did you know your children are little mirrors? Yes, that's right...they reflect it all! Here's what I've learned about how to make sure their reflection is bright. He yells, "Don't do that!" and sounds serious (and maybe a little mean). He gets exasperated when...
Do You Believe in Magic? Why I Fall for Weight Loss Gimmicks
I have a confession to make: I fall for weight loss gimmicks. I can't count the number of times I've filled out a survey to find my "perfect weight loss plan," only to abandon after giving them my email address. This leads to an inbox full of "opportunities" for...
Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Anxiety, and Finding Freedom: Whitney’s Story
Whitney touched my heart when she sent me a short message that said this, "I was at the MOPs meeting when you came and spoke. Body image has been a debilitating disease for me for as long as I can remember. I've taken anxiety meds, and gone to Christian therapy......
His Lust Problem Is Not About You
Sixteen: the number of days it had been since I checked my work email. But between the wedding, a cross-country move, and our honeymoon, time hadn't permitted me the luxury. Today I would have to face reality. I opened my new husband's laptop. My computer and the rest...