139. Can’t Keep Up? Why Perfectionism Is Wrecking Your Workouts with Food Freedom & Body Image Coach Brittany Braswell

Have you ever felt like if you can’t do it perfectly, it’s not worth doing at all? Whether it’s meal tracking, a workout routine, or your body image goals—perfectionism creeps in and convinces us that anything less than a 10/10 just doesn’t count. In this powerful conversation, Shaela sits down with Brittany Braswell, RD, to unpack how perfectionism shows up in our health, our habits, and even our spiritual life. Together, they explore how striving keeps us stuck in fear, shame, and all-or-nothing cycles—and how God invites us to walk in peace and freedom instead. Brittany shares how perfectionism can masquerade as control, and how fear often fuels our obsession with getting it “just right.” But as Christian women, we’re not called to carry that burden. Instead, we’re invited to release the pressure and start living from grace—not guilt. Whether you struggle with obsessiveness around food, pushing yourself to never miss a workout, or falling into apathy when things feel “off track,” this episode will help you find your footing again—with truth, Scripture, and simple next steps. You’ll Learn: What perfectionism really looks like in your fitness & food habits How to identify sneaky “rules” that create pressure & guilt Why fear is often the root of performance-driven health How to start choosing progress over pressure in a faith-filled way A practical framework for shifting from control to stewardship 🌟 Resources Mentioned: Brittany’s Free Private Podcast: brittanybraswellrd.com/secret Your Simple Health Blueprint The Stronger Collective Workout App Free Christian Women’s Fitness Community