If our body image and comparison issues are rooted in fear, then friends, we aren't living in joy. The Bible tells us fear and joy can't co-exist. Learn how to find joy through the stories and practical exercises suggested in this podcast! Listen on iTunes or use...
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The Battle’s on the Inside: One Woman’s Story of Growing to Worry Less about Body Image Issues
“So when is that baby getting here?” Lovely sentiment when you are pregnant. Which I am certainly not. “Four and a half years ago. But thanks for that.” I literally said this as I gestured to my (almost) Kindergartner. Awkward, right? But she would not let it go. She...
Five Ways to Encourage a Spouse Who Wants to Lose Weight
Weight loss. Sigh. Seems like every commercial break from January 'til June gives me no fewer than three weight loss program options. Especially on Food Network. Goodness. Can't I just watch them bake delicious concoctions without the every-seven-minutes reminders...
Compared to Who the Podcast is Here!
The Podcast is rolling! Here are the links you need to listen, download, and subscribe to the new podcast! Listen here on ITunes Listen here on Google Play Listen here on Stitcher I'd be so grateful if you'd give me a review on iTunes! This means a lot to those...
Podcast: Do You Need a New Year, New You?
It's January 1st and what's everyone talking about? New Year's Resolutions!! If you feel like you need a "New Year, New You" EVERY year, then this episode is for you. Why do we make New Year's Resolutions? Why do we BREAK New Year's Resolutions? How can we live life...
Podcast Season 1 Ep 1, What is Compared to Who?
In the first episode of Compared to Who? the podcast, I explain a little bit more of the heart and purpose of Compared to Who?'s ministry. I also try to explain what is different about Compared to Who? and how our perspective is a little different than some other...
The Birth That Defines My Worth
“Looks like you’ve gained a few pounds.” The dressing room mirror taunts. “I’m sure it’s just this dress. Maybe it’s mis-sized,” I answer it back in my head. “I’ve not been that bad.” I shimmy my way out of the fitted dress and throw it on the bench so it knows it’s...
5 Ways to Get Your Shopping Habits Under Control
Take another 30% off clearance. Six words that make my heart so happy. My husband insists that nothing makes my face light up quite like a full rack of mark-downs and a coupon for extra discounts. I love shopping. Too much. Recently I’ve been trying to curb my...
Unveiling the All or Nothing Mentality to Improve Your Body Image
Confession time. Just over a year ago, I had a photo album on my phone titled “thinspiration.” You’ve probably already deduced the photos were a collection of ladies that I completely and totally envied. Celebrities. Friends. Personal trainers. Even a frenemy. The...
Psalm 23 and Your Body Image
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. If you've been a Christian for a while, there's a good chance you've heard (or memorized) this passage of scripture. It offers comfort when we're scared, hope when we're facing adversity. But, did you know this passage has a...
