Compared to Who? Body Image for Christian Women

Day Two of the Spring Break Free! Why are there so many body image issues? Today we define some terms. What is body image? Is there a connection between how you look and your body image? What's Body Dsymorphic Disorder? And, finally, why do so many women struggle with their body image? Watch today's video and see if you agree with Heather's analysis. If you don't believe me about the Carrie Underw...

Welcome to Day One of the Spring Break Free! I created this course in 2017 as a companion or use-along with my first book, Compared to Who? This course is all about helping you get free. I want you to be free from body image stress and comparison's burden. Friends Don't Let Friends Struggle With Body Image Alone Have a friend that needs body image encourgement? Use the email or a social media link...

Rachel was hot, Leah was not ... Bathsheba was lusted after, while Tamar couldn't get her deceased husband's family to fulfill their obligation and marry her. There are so many women in the Bible whose stories we know, but what separates the "hot" from the "not?" Can we learn a lesson about physical beauty and body image from the women of the Bible? My guest today, Rachel Risner, is the author of...

Clothes that don't fit may be causing you more shame than you know...and no one ever broke free from the shame of body image through shaming themselves! Here are Heather's most compelling reasons to clean out your closet and sweep away body shame. Plus: Helpful tips on how to practically do this. Read more on this topic: https://wp.me/p4wMDD-K7 Letter to clothes that don't fit: I'm breaking up wit...

Porn can have a huge impact on our body image and relationships. Now 32% of porn users are women and I receive messages every week from women who are struggling with the impact of porn on their marriage. Today It talk to Joy Skarka, an expert on this topic. She has a powerful testimony of finding freedom in this arena and helps women break free from the shame porn brings. This is an issue that's g...

Today's conversation is with Sarah Geringer, author of a powerful book on Christian meditation and our thought lives. Sarah and I talk about: the one thing Sarah did each day that transformed her view of herself how to combat the lies that flood our minds how to find hope if you've been emotionally and verbally abused why boundaries matter and why Christian meditation isn't New Age but a biblical...

If you like to workout and have ever spent anytime at the gym (or with Peleton ) today's episode is for you. Today I talk with my friend, Amy Connell about some "secrets" of the fitness industry. We talk about what it's like to be an over-forty fitness instructor. She shares her story of a personal struggle with body image, and we talk about things you may not know about that person leading your g...

Recently I recorded a fun & encouraging interview with Jeanne Terry from the Say So! podcast. In this episode I'm on the other side of the mic, answering Jeanne's questions about body image, comparison, and spiritual roots of these issues. If you're new to Compared to Who? this episode is a great overview of this ministry, Heather's story, and how to start a body image freedom journey! Listen and...

In this episode we look at Psalm 103 and how it can encourage your body image and comparison struggles. Instead of waking up and cursing the mirror or the scale (or his life), David wakes up and says, "Bless the Lord, Oh My Soul, and all that is within me bless his holy name!" This passage has some rich truths for those of us who struggle with body image and comparison. There are reminders of God'...

Today's episode is for EVERY man and woman who has ever had an on-again, off-again relationship with dieting. Have you learned that certain foods are "good" and certain foods are "bad"? Have you lived a life of going on and going off of diets? Ever wonder why so many people still go on diets even though all the data shows that 95% of diets don't work and 80% of people who lose weight on a diet wil...

Today I launch a brand new bonus series on the podcast called, "7 Minutes of Scripture" and in today's episode we'll explore Colossians 3! I truly believe that we Christian women who wrestle with body image and comparison issues will benefit MOST from being in God's word everyday. You can't know what God say about your identity, where your value is, and how to feel your worth in Christ unless you...

This may be my favorite episode ever recorded! Authors of the  Letters to a Romantic book series, Spencer Harmon and Sean Perone, share gospel truth for your marriage--no matter what stage of marriage you're in. We talk about dating and the early years of marriage, but our conversation on body image issues and comparison is marriage is rich and applies to every married couple. If you're married or...

Marriage in the middle years of life poses new and unexpected challenges. Today, my guest, author Dorothy Greco and I talk about Marriage in the Middle. How do you stay married through caring for aging parents with kids at home? We talk about the challenges of physical aging and changing and how that impacts marriages. We also talk about body image and comparison in this stage of marriage! You'll...

It’s Marriage Month on the show and to kick things off I’ve invited my friend, counselor, podcaster, and speaker Melissa Clark to join me. Today we tackle how body image impacts our marriage, what happens when we focus too much on how we feel we look, and what to do when your husband’s trying to compliment you-but you don’t agree! I hope you’ll take a listen to this encouraging and informative con...

My friend Brittany Ann and I talk about reading the Bible! We explore why it can be hard, what our obstacles are to doing it regularly, and she shares the inside scoop on her brand new book on the topic! No shame or blame here - just a great conversation to better equip you to dig into the greatest resources we have for life! Brittany Ann also shares her story of battling an eating disorder and co...

Today's show features Cindy Bultema of GEMS. This must listen episode will encourage every woman and especially girl moms! Executive Director of GEMS (Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior), Cindy Bultema shares her story of overcoming addictions and eating disorders. She shares candidly how she navigates the world of having friends comment on weight and appearance! You'll love Cindy's authenticity...

As we start another new year - now is the time to stop and inventory where you've been and where you want to be! We're not talking about your weight, we're talking about your heart. Where have you made progress towards improving your body image? What areas are you starting to see glimpses of freedom? Today's episode we'll look at Isaiah 31 and talk about how to keep making progress so this can be...

Do the holidays stir up feelings of anxiety or stress about food and weight gain? In this episode, author and speaker Heather Creekmore gets real about food, dieting, all the rules, and what happens at the holidays. Should worrying about food consume our holidays? Is it okay to enjoy food just because we're celebrating? Can we enjoy foods that don't necessarily "nourish" our bodies? Is emotional e...

Best-selling author and speaker, Asheritah Ciuciu talks about the struggle with food and it's spiritual roots in this fun and informative episode. Listen as Asheritah explains her prayer asking God to be her, "divide dietician" and how she's learning to hit her knees before hitting the pantry. This is one episode you'll want to share with a friend. Check out Asheritah's book: Full Check out Asheri...

It's hard to know how to help our children with food and food related issues when we may still struggle ourselves. What do we do if our child's showing signs of disordered eating? What if our child is overweight and we are worried? How can we navigate food issues with kids? Counselor, author, and speaker Michelle Nietert helps us navigate these issues and tells us about her new devotional book for...

Are you stuck measuring and comparing yourself to others? Author Shannon Popkin and I have a heart to heart about what happens when we compare, how we can stop the dangerous habit of self focus and love others, and what happens in our hearts when we sit around judging others as either "better" or "lesser" than ourselves. Shannon is full of wisdom and encouragement. This is one you'll want to liste...

Ready to be free from those voices that tell you to do more and be more? Author Alisha Illian and I talk about her new book, "Chasing Perfect" and compare notes on how to stop comparing and find rest and peace in Jesus! We also have a fun conversation about reality television and we tackle the question, "Should your daughter watch the Bachelor ?" You'll enjoy this fun conversation! Connect with Al...

Advertisements make aging seem like a crisis that must be stopped, but is there an upside to aging? My friend Laurie Davies and I talk about all the pluses that come with getting older, how you can learn to stop hustling for your worth, and how aging can allow us to settle in and rest in God's purpose for our lives. No matter your age, this is a conversation you'll enjoy! PLUS: Listen til the end...

As my new book, Burden of Better releases this week, in this episode I explore how social media impacts us and I talk about ways God has personally been convicting me over my social media usage. Does time on Facebook alter my view of reality? Does social media help me love better or love fewer? Am I causing my sister to stumble when I post? We'll discuss all this and more in this truth-filled, yet...

Today I talk to my friend, Rachel Czyz about her journey through breast cancer. We visit one aspect of cancer few cover--body image. Rachel and I talk about both the heartache and the redemption she's experienced through her cancer journey and how she coped with her body's changes. Body image and cancer may be a topic that feels superficial at first, but I promise you anyone who's walked through c...