Faith-Filled Food Freedom | Disordered Eating, Body Image, Weight Loss Obsession, Anxiety, Nutrition

Most women who stall out on food freedom don't have an accountability problem, and the real problem is a lot more fixable than you think.

You've been told what to do for years. Eat more consistently. Challenge your fear foods. You could recite the list in your sleep, and somewhere along the way you decided the missing piece is someone standing over your shoulder to make sure it happens. There's a decent chance you've been blaming your willpower for a problem that was never about willpower.

In today's episode, Brittany takes on the story so...

Waiting until you feel ready to work on your relationship with food might be the very thing keeping you from ever feeling ready.

You've said it to yourself. Maybe out loud, maybe to your therapist, maybe at 9 p.m. with the pantry door open: "I know I need to deal with this. I'm just not ready yet." So the plan becomes after the holidays, after life calms down, after the fear quiets. But the fear has been quiet exactly never, and every "after" hands the food rules, the body checking, and the guilt another season of your...

Wanting to be healthy and being consumed by it can look identical from the outside, and the difference is almost always found in the reason underneath.

You keep telling yourself you just want to be healthy, yet every healthy choice still comes with a side of fear, guilt, or a number you keep checking. Sometimes the goal really is health. Other times, health is just the most respectable-sounding cover story for something you haven't been ready to name. That difference is worth knowing before another Monday restart.

In today's episode, Brittany sits down with Coryn...

A dinner plan built around your real week, not an impressive one, is what takes the stress out of the evening.

If dinner falls apart every night around 5:30, how long are you planning to keep blaming yourself before you change the plan?

In today's episode, Brittany pulls back the curtain on what dinner actually looks like at her house, dietitian title and all. It's a short, no-frills walkthrough of how she plans ahead so 5 p.m. isn't a crisis, and the simple rhythm that keeps a full family calendar from running the kitchen. No perfect...

By the end of this episode, you'll know how to stop letting a bad body image day decide how you eat, what you wear, and whether you show up.

What are you refusing to do for your body until you finally like the way it looks?

Grab your coffee, friend, because this is the tough love conversation you might need. If you've been waiting to feel better about your body before you start treating it better, Brittany is about to get real with you about what that wait is costing you, and it's not going...

Fear of weight gain may take a really long time to dissipate, but it doesn't have to be the one steering your choices.

Is it possible for that fear to stick around even after years of doing "all the right things" in recovery, and if so, what are you actually supposed to do with it?

In today's episode (which is also airing on Brittany's birthday!), she's tackling one of the questions she hears most from women doing this work: what happens if the fear just doesn't fully go away? Using a picture you've probably lived...

Food noise doesn't come from one volume knob. It comes from three separate channels: body, brain, and self-policing.  And you can't turn any of them down until you know which ones are too loud, or not loud enough.

What if the way you've been trying to quiet your food noise (like with willpower, distraction, or telling yourself to just stop), is the exact reason it keeps coming back louder?

In today's episode, Brittany continues the food noise conversation she started in episode 238, breaking down why most "quiet your food noise" advice fails: It treats every f...

Trying not to think about food is usually exactly what keeps you stuck thinking about it, and this episode breaks down why suppression backfires and what a food thought is actually trying to tell you once you stop trying to silence it.

What if the harder you work to stop thinking about food, the more you're teaching your brain that food is something worth watching for?

In today's episode, Brittany breaks down why the common food freedom goal of "just think about food less" usually backfires, using an experiment you've probably tried without realizing it...

AI can be a helpful tool in your food freedom journey, but there are some things it simply can’t do for you.

AI is everywhere right now, and maybe you’ve wondered whether the right prompt could help you navigate food decisions, body image anxiety, or the mental load that comes with trying to heal your relationship with food. There are some really practical ways it CAN help. But when information starts to feel like a substitute for support, connection, or accountability, there’s an important distinction worth making.

In today’s episode, we’re having...

Why do you feel guilty after eating—even when you haven’t actually done anything wrong?

Food guilt can show up fast. One minute you’re enjoying a meal, and the next you’re replaying what you ate, questioning your choices, or wondering whether you need to “make up for it” somehow. And when faith gets tangled up with food rules, that guilt can start to feel even more convincing. You may even wonder whether that heavy feeling is God trying to tell you something.

In today’s episode, we’re unpacking what food guilt really is and wh...

What does a work trip to Boston with a room full of professional speakers have to do with your food freedom journey? More than you'd think.

If you've ever felt like asking for help means you've already failed, or like staying comfortable is safer than doing the scary thing, this episode is going to hit close to home. Brittany's using an unexpected story to unpack why so many Christian women stay stuck in food freedom and body image work longer than they need to. In today's episode, she's teasing apart three lessons that have nothing to do...

Can you be grateful for your healing and still grieve the body you used to have?

So many Christian women recovering from disordered eating feel like they aren't allowed to miss their old body. Between the guilt of "I should just be grateful" and the confusion of grieving something that was never truly good for you, body grief can feel like one of the most unspoken parts of the healing journey. This episode gives that experience a name and a biblical framework for moving through it.

In today's episode, Brittany unpacks the concept of body...

What if the reason you can't seem to prioritize your health isn't a time problem at all, but a decision problem?

So many women spend their days convinced they are one slower season away from finally taking care of themselves, their food, their body, their peace. But the slower season never actually comes, and the years just keep adding up while the "when I have time" list gets longer. This episode is here to challenge that whole premise, because the truth is a lot more freeing (and honestly, a little convicting).

In today's episode, Brittany...

What if chasing happiness in your body is actually the thing keeping you from finding peace in it?

If you've ever wondered how to accept your body when you don't love it, or tried body positivity and found it hollow, this episode is going to give you a more honest and more lasting answer than anything diet culture has offered you.

In today's episode, Brittany wraps up the You Asked For It series by answering a listener question from Sarah, who asked: "How can I accept my body for what it is, and how can...

When you're deep in recovery, it can feel like the eating disorder is the loudest voice in the room, and like there's no space left to actually hear the Lord.

If you've ever wanted to grow in your faith but felt like your own mind kept getting in the way, this one's for you.

In today's episode, Brittany answers a listener question from Brenda, who asked: "How do I quiet the ED voices so I can learn and grow my faith more?" You'll hear four practical areas to focus on, why identifying what you believe...

Is it okay to fast if you're struggling with or healing from disordered eating, or is fasting just another socially acceptable way to avoid food?

If you've ever wondered whether a spiritual practice like fasting is safe for you right now, the answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no.

In today's episode, Brittany answers a listener's question from Michelle about whether fasting is okay to do while struggling with or recovering from an eating disorder. You'll hear the difference between a food fast and what Brittany calls a "soul fast," four questions...

What do you do when part of you wants food freedom… but another part of you feels scared to let go of the thing that’s been helping you cope?

When recovery feels complicated, it can bring up way more than just questions about food. It can stir up fear, grief, identity, control, and that very real tension of, “Who am I without this?” And friend, if you’ve ever felt embarrassed to admit that part of you doesn’t actually want to recover, you are not broken or hopeless.

In today’s episode, Brittany responds to a...

Your body isn’t something to constantly fix, shrink, criticize, or obsess over.

For so many people, body image feels heavy. You may not even realize how often you think about your body until you hear a child talk about hers with simplicity, curiosity, and zero spiral-y overthinking. And if you’ve spent years feeling disconnected from or disappointed in your body, it can feel almost strange to imagine seeing it as good.

In today’s episode, you’ll hear the final conversation in my 5-part Tiny Talks series with my six-year-old daughter. We’re talking ab...

Do you ever wonder if snacking between meals is something you shouldn’t be doing?

For a lot of people, snacks come with a weird little side of guilt. You may have heard that snacking is unhealthy, that you should only eat at mealtimes, or that needing food between meals means you’re somehow doing something wrong. And when you’re trying to build more trust with your body, it can feel confusing to know when snacks are helpful, when they’re needed, and how to make them feel more satisfying.

In today’s episode, you’ll hea...

What if your body has been trying to talk to you… and you just need to learn how to listen?

When you’ve spent years following food rules, ignoring hunger, pushing past fullness, or second-guessing every craving, trusting your body can feel really confusing. You may wonder if your hunger is “real,” if you should eat now or wait, or if fullness means you did something wrong. Diet culture has made something God designed with wisdom feel way more complicated than it needs to be.

In today’s episode, you’ll hear the third mini conversation...

What if learning about nutrition could feel less like a rulebook and more like curiosity?

When you’ve spent years feeling stressed about food, even nutrition information can start to feel loaded. Carbs, fats, protein, vitamins—it can all get tangled up with fear, rules, and the pressure to “do it right.” And sometimes, even the helpful stuff starts to feel like one more thing you’re supposed to perfect.

In today’s episode, you’ll hear the second mini conversation in my summer series with my six-year-old daughter. We’re keeping it simple, sweet, and completely u...

What would food freedom sound like if you asked a six-year-old?

Sometimes food freedom can feel complicated because you’ve spent years sorting foods into “good,” “bad,” “healthy,” “unhealthy,” “allowed,” and “off-limits.” And even when you’re trying to break free from food guilt, those old categories can still sneak into your thoughts. 

You may know in your head that all foods can fit, but your heart still wonders where wisdom, safety, and nourishment come in.

In today’s episode, you’ll hear the very first mini conversation in a five-part summer series with my 6-year-old daughter. 

What if the thing you’ve been calling “biblical stewardship” is actually body shame wearing church clothes?

If you love Jesus and want to honor God with your body, it can feel deeply confusing when food rules, body anxiety, and spiritual guilt all start sounding like the same voice. You may wonder whether caring about your health is wise, or whether you’re just slipping back into control. 

And when Christian language gets tangled up with diet culture, it can leave you feeling like you haven’t just failed a plan, you’ve failed God.

In today...

What if your period, hormones, and fertility weren’t problems to control, but invitations to better understand your body and bring your struggles honestly before the Lord?

If you’ve ever felt confused by your cycle, frustrated by missing periods, overwhelmed by hormone symptoms, or scared that nourishing your body will change it in ways you’re not ready for, this conversation is for you. It can feel so discouraging when your body seems unpredictable, especially when you’re also trying to honor God, heal your relationship with food, or prepare for a healthy future. And when the advi...

What does food freedom actually look like in real life… when it’s not a highlight reel?

You might think food freedom is something dramatic or obvious—but in your day-to-day life, it still feels like constant mental chatter, second-guessing, and pressure to “get it right.” Even when you’re trying to trust God and do things differently, there’s still this exhausting loop of overthinking food, questioning your body, and wondering if you’re messing it all up.

And if you’re honest, part of you wonders… will it always feel this loud?

In today’s episode...

What if your body image isn’t just about how you look—but what you believe?

You might not think your body image is “that bad.” You’re functioning. You’re showing up. But underneath the surface, there’s this constant mental chatter—what to wear, how you look, what others think. And it’s exhausting. Even more, it might be quietly shaping your confidence, your relationships, and even how you show up in your faith.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Brandice Lardner, founder of Grace Filled Plate and author of Fully Nourished. Together, w...

Looking for faith-rooted resources to help you navigate body image and food freedom?

You love learning and growing, but when it comes to body image and food freedom, it can feel overwhelming to know where to turn. There are so many voices, opinions, and strategies, and not all of them align with your faith or the freedom you’re actually craving. You don’t just want information… you want truth that feels grounded, trustworthy, and rooted in Christ.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing a curated list of powerful, faith-based resources that can support you as you...

What if your fear of weight gain isn’t actually about your body at all?

You might feel like you’re constantly trying to keep things “in check”… watching your body, your food, your habits—just to make sure nothing changes. And even when things feel stable, there’s still that low-level anxiety sitting in the background. Like if something shifts, everything might unravel.

In today’s episode, we’re gently pulling back the curtain on what’s really driving that fear. You’ll start to see why hitting a certain weight or maintaining a certain size never act...

Why does eating “healthy” still leave you feeling unsatisfied and stuck?

You know what to eat. You’ve read the labels, followed the rules, tried to be “good.” But somehow, food still feels exhausting. You’re left staring into a full fridge, disconnected from what you actually want, and wondering why nothing feels satisfying.

In today’s episode, we’re unpacking what it really means to nourish your body—beyond just food rules and nutrition labels. You’ll begin to see why satisfaction, variety, and even your spiritual and emotional health play a bigger role than you may realize...

Why does food take up so much space in your mind… and why can’t you just “stop thinking about it”?

You feel like you’re constantly thinking about food—what to eat, what to avoid, what you’ll eat later. It’s exhausting. And no matter how hard you try to be “more disciplined,” nothing seems to stick. That cycle of overthinking, guilt, and starting over keeps pulling you right back in.

But what if your struggle with food obsession isn’t a lack of control… but a signal from something deeper?

In today’s episode, we’r...

Why do your thoughts feel so loud—and what does it actually look like to take them captive?

You love Jesus. You want to think differently about food and your body. But your mind feels like it’s constantly running—looping through food guilt, body comparison, and “I should be doing better” thoughts that won’t slow down. And no matter how hard you try, it feels like your brain just won’t cooperate.

In today’s episode, we’re unpacking why your thoughts don’t just “shut off” and why that doesn’t mean something is wrong with yo...

Is strength training helpful for your health—or could it pull you back into body obsession?

If you’ve ever felt curious about lifting weights but also a little hesitant, you’re not alone. For many women walking toward food freedom, exercise can feel complicated. You might want to care for your body… but you also don’t want to fall back into calorie-burning mindsets, comparison traps, or pressure to change your body.

That tension is real. And it’s worth talking about honestly.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by dietitian and strength coa...

Is your nighttime binge eating actually a sign that your body hasn’t been nourished enough during the day?

If evenings feel like the time when everything falls apart with food, you’re not alone. Many Christian women spend the day trying to “be good,” only to find themselves overeating or binging later—and then drowning in guilt afterward.

It can feel confusing and discouraging. You might assume it’s a willpower problem, emotional eating, or a lack of discipline. But in many cases, the real issue started much earlier in the day.

In today’s e...

What if your food noise isn’t about food at all… but about mental clutter?

When your brain feels like it’s constantly spinning… what you ate, what you should eat, how you look, what you need to fix. It’s exhausting. You love the Lord. You want food freedom. But your thoughts feel loud, crowded, and relentless. And sometimes you wonder if this is just how your brain works.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Tracy Hoth — certified life and organizing coach, creator of Organized Life Academy, and host of the top 1% globally ranked...

Are you accidentally creating more food guilt by saving “the best for last” on your dinner plate?

You might not even realize you’re doing it. You rush through the “normal” foods on your plate just to get to the one you’re most excited about. And then somehow, by the end of the meal, you feel overly full… or slightly out of control… or already spiraling into guilt. It feels small, but it leaves you unsettled.

That’s because this habit isn’t just about food. It’s about hierarchy, scarcity, and the subtle belief that pleasure h...

What if the reason food feels so hard right now isn’t a lack of discipline, but unprocessed grief your body has been carrying for years?

You may feel like you should be “past this by now,” especially if your grief doesn’t look dramatic or obvious. But when grief goes unseen, it often shows up through control, coping, and patterns with food that leave you exhausted and confused. Loving Jesus doesn’t make you immune to survival mode, and that disconnect can feel incredibly lonely.

In today’s episode, I sit down with grief mentor Teres...

What if the reason food and body image triggers still feel so intense isn’t because you’re doing something wrong—but because you’ve been relying on the wrong kind of relief?

When a trigger hits, it makes sense to want the discomfort to stop as fast as possible. You might reach for coping skills, distractions, or anything that helps you calm down in the moment. But over time, this can quietly leave you feeling discouraged, stuck, or questioning why confidence still feels out of reach.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about a completely...

What do you do when your body changes because of medication—and the guilt, grief, and body image thoughts won’t quiet down?

Maybe you started a medication to support your mental or physical health, and your body responded in ways you didn’t expect. Now you’re caught in an exhausting tension: wanting to honor your health while grieving the body you used to recognize. You’re trying to trust God with this process, but the shame, fear, and second-guessing around your body keep creeping in.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Erin Kerry for...

What if this year isn’t about fixing yourself, but getting curious instead?

So many of us approach growth the same way we approach food: with pressure, expectations, and an unspoken fear of getting it wrong. Even good intentions can quietly turn into another way to perform, strive, or feel behind. And over time, that posture becomes exhausting.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my word for 2026 and the unexpected way I’m supporting it. Instead of rigid goals or heavy resolutions, I chose a softer framework that’s changing how I think about growth, fo...

Sleep deprivation doesn’t just make you tired. It quietly changes how food feels, how emotions show up, and how hard it is to feel at peace in your body.

When you’re exhausted, cravings feel stronger, food thoughts feel louder, and self-control feels out of reach. You may know sleep matters, but in this season it feels unproductive, unrealistic, or impossible. And that tension often spills straight into food guilt and emotional eating.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Benjamin Long, a dual board-certified sleep medicine physician and seminary student who helps pe...