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The Diet of Religion: What Diets and Religion Have in Common
I'm on a diet. I know, I know, I'm in the industry and I'm not supposed to use that word. I'm supposed to make "lifestyle changes" and tell people I'm just trying to eat healthier... But, that's not the truth. The truth is, I'm on a diet. I'm not eating certain...
Let’s Get Real About Marriage
As required reading for pre-marital counseling, my soon-to-be-husband and I read the book, "Sacred Marriage" by Gary Thomas. One of Gary's main principles explains that the purpose of marriage is to make us holy, not happy. (Okay, it's also the subtitle!) As an...
Can Tiredness Affect Your Body Image? The Rest and Body Image Connection
Do you feel worse about your body when you're tired? Can tiredness, fatigue, and over-working make you feel bad about how you look? Likewise, can getting adequate rest improve your body image? That's what we explore today. ... Sputter. Sputter. Sputter. That's weird....
Three Ways to Deal if Your Man’s Ex Was Hot and It Affects Your Body Image
Does your man's past affect how you feel about your body? Does your husband have a past that makes you feel insecure-especially when it comes tophysical intimacy? Or do you have a boyfriend with a past and the thought of marriage and intimacy makes you feel...
How Not To Handle Fear of Fat
Do you fear fat? Are you afraid of what will happen if your body size never changes? Or, maybe you're afraid that someday your size will change and you won't be able to control it? Read Mindy's wise words below . . . I had another “fat” day. A day when I could feel...
How to Help Your Wife With Body Image Issues
Though my followers are mostly women, today's post is written for the man in your life. If you are married, pass it on to your husband after you read. I hope you can talk through it together and reach a new level of understanding on this issue. (Not married? I hope...
My Marriage is Not What I Expected: Three Ways Marriage Surprised Me
Marriage surprised me in the worst way. My expectations of marriage set me up for near failure. Here's how it started . . . Tears spilled down my face. But it felt more like my heart was bleeding. I stared even harder at the collage of eggs, pancakes, and...
The Fight-Free Way to Navigate Wife’s Body Image Issues: FAQs
Does your wife struggle with body image issues? Have you ever wondered what to say or do to help her? Here's the fight-free way to navigate a wife's body image issues. The first thing you need to do, especially if you are already a Christian, is read this article. It...
Dear Girl Mom, She’s Watching: Teaching Our Daughters Not to Hate Their Bodies
This is a letter I'm writing to you, but also to myself. You see moms, our daughters are watching (so are our sons). But we have to not just teach them how not to hate their bodies, we have to show them. The job is a big one. But, our girls are watching. Dear Girl...
Confession of a Body Image Bully Featuring Erin Kerry
Do you struggle with your body image and negative self talk? Know you aren't alone, in that. Today, I've asked my friend Erin Kerry to share how God has worked on her in this area. Here is her confession of a body image bully...check out her story below! I am a...