109. Health, Wellness, & Body Image: But Make It About God

In this episode Somer's husband, Kent, joins her for a talk we usually leave the men out of. Today we're kicking off Season 2 of The SWHW Podcast talking about the same thing EVERYBODY is talking about... our bodies. With insights from a Pastor and 'girl dad', they explore how cultural pressures can distort our perceptions of our bodies and undermine our self-esteem, hindering us from being able to live fully on mission for God.  00:01 Introduction and Welcome to Season Two 01:13 Introducing the Topic 01:44 Trigger Warning for those with Eating Disorders 02:29 The New Year and Fitness Resolutions 04:14 The Impact of Kent and Somer's Sabbatical on their Physical Health 17:31 The Connection Between Physical and Spiritual Health 18:58 Dealing with Body Image Issues in a Family Setting 21:18 The Role of Scripture in Shaping Perspective 22:07 Navigating Body Image and Insecurity 25:19 The Role of Spiritual Health in Addressing Body Image Issues 32:55 The Importance of Taking Care of the Body as a Form of Worship 36:20 The Importance of Prioritizing Spiritual Health Over Physical Appearance 42:03 The Importance of Glorifying God with How We Treat and See Our Body Join The SWHW Patreon Get your 2024 3 Step Planner Become a Donor