The Beloved Disciple & The Body : "What is That to You?"

Disordered Eating, Comparison, and Healing through Identity in ChristIn today’s episode, we reflect on Jesus’ words to Peter in John 21:20–23 —“What is that to you? You follow me.”Together, we’ll explore how comparison quietly shapes our relationship with our bodies, our worth, and our identity. Drawing from my own experiences with disordered eating, body image struggles, adoption, movement culture, and seasons of both restriction and emotional eating, we’ll discuss what it means to stop looking sideways and begin seeing ourselves through the eyes of Christ.We’ll talk about the ways body narratives become loud, the temptation to use food to control, numb, or soothe our pain, and the difference between caring for our bodies and trying to earn our worth through them.Most importantly, we’ll explore how our identity as beloved sons and daughters of God offers a path toward healing, freedom, and deeper trust.If you’ve ever found yourself comparing your body, your journey, your healing, or your life to someone else’s, this conversation is for you.May it encourage you to release comparison, draw near to Christ, and remember that you are already loved. ------------------------------------------*Trigger Warning —This episode contains discussion of disordered eating, binge eating, restriction, body image struggles, comparison, emotional eating, adoption-related body identity experiences, and personal experiences with food and weight.Listener discretion is advised, especially for those currently navigating an active eating disorder or body-image-related distress.**Disclaimer —The content shared in this episode reflects personal experiences, faith reflections, and educational discussion. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical or mental health condition and should not be considered medical, nutritional, psychological, or professional advice.This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical care, mental health treatment, nutritional counseling, or crisis intervention. If you are struggling, please seek support from qualified healthcare professionals.***Resources & Support —• Emergency/Crisis Support (U.S.): Call or Text 988988 Suicide & Crisis Lifelinehttps://988lifeline.org• Crisis Text LineText NEDA to 741741• National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)Screening tools, education, treatment resources, and support:https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org• ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders)Free peer support groups, mentorship, and recovery resources:https://anad.org• Eating Disorders Anonymous (EDA)https://eatingdisordersanonymous.orgFind Your Local Eating Disorders Anonymous ChapterYou are not alone. Healing often happens through prayer, community, professional support, and reaching for help when it is needed.May peace and well-being be yours, in Jesus’ name.Thank you for listening. I'm so happy you're here.-- L