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

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 grief, why it shows up even on the back end of recovery, and how to stop mistaking spiritual bypassing for real faith. Brittany is showing Christian women how to hold gratitude and grief in the same hand without it meaning their faith (or their healing) is somehow broken.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include...🪞 A client story about grieving an old version of her body😮‍💨 The pressure so many Christian women feel to explain away or apologize for their grief💡 A clear definition of body grief and why it's easy to miss in the back half of recovery🙅‍♀️ The difference between biblical lament and spiritual bypassing (and where "just be grateful" falls)📖 What David and the book of Lamentations teach us about bringing raw emotion to GodResources mentioned:> Read more on body grief in my full blog post HERE, including, "Five Steps to Move Through Body Grief with Faith and Grace".> Head over to my podcast page at www.brittanybraswellrd.com/podcast to learn more about the show and to hop on my VIP Insiders-only email list.> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get on the waitlist to be among the first to be notified when we re-open the doors to The Joy-Filled Eater Course. This is our signature program that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women to achieve lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 sits down with Lissa Figgins, a time stewardship coach and host of the Redeem Her Time podcast, who helps Christian women stop white-knuckling their calendars and start seeing their time the way God actually designed it to be used. Lissa spent years as a self-described time management "geek," planner in hand, trying to cram more into fewer minutes, until her own body forced her to rethink everything she thought she knew about being busy. Now she teaches women how to shift from managing time out of fear to stewarding it with purpose, and this conversation applies directly to the way so many of us treat our health, our healing, and our relationship with food as the thing we will get to later.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include...⏰ Why "I don't have time" might actually be covering up a much harder truth🍊 A wildly simple illustration involving oranges and Skittles that will change how you look at your entire week⚓ A phrase shift that takes the pressure off your calendar and puts the peace back in your day🚦 A gentle gut check for knowing when a habit needs a new home in your schedule, not a guilt trip🧺 What it actually looks like to protect fifteen (or even two) minutes for the thing that matters mostResources mentioned:> Snag Lissa’s free Daily Rhythm Reset to help you create a simple, sustainable flow to your day so you can take care of what matters most—your body, your faith, and your responsibilities—without feeling pulled in every direction.> Listen to Lissa’s Redeem Her Time podcast> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 I be happy in my body?" Brittany challenges the goal of body happiness, reframes what body acceptance actually means for Christian women, and shares a practical, faith-based framework for building a healthier body image from the belief level up — not just the feelings level.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🔲 The Body Focus and Intentionality Framework and what better body image actually requires💬 Why body acceptance doesn't mean loving your body & what it actually means to stop being at war with it🧠 A quick overview of the four types of body image and why most women are trying to fix how they feel without addressing something deeper📖 Why positive affirmations have a ceiling, and what to do instead when the negative thoughts get loud🙏 How faith and identity in Christ are the real foundation for body acceptance and what that looks like on a regular afternoonResources mentioned:> The Joy-Filled Eater Course closes THIS FRIDAY, July 31st at 11:59pm Central Standard Time. I'm stepping away to work on something new for a few months after that, so this is genuinely it for a while.It's twelve modules, fully self-paced, the same framework that's walked over 150 women through this exact journey — and every single module comes with an implementation tool, because watching a video and actually changing your life are two very different things. You can do the payment plan at $217 a month for three months, or save $54 and do it all at once for $597. Just head to brittanybraswellrd.com/course.> Tiny Talks Series: Brittany's series recorded with her daughter (EP. 224-228) covering food, nutrition, and body image. Listen to the body image episode (#228) for a perspective that will stick with you.> Body Trust Series: Episodes 73-76 on the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast, including additional teaching on the Body Focus and Intentionality Framework> 2 Tim. 3:1-5> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 the foundation for everything else, and what it actually looks like to invite the Holy Spirit into the everyday moments of your recovery.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 Why you have to know what you believe before you can fight what the eating disorder is telling you📖 The difference between positive affirmations and declaring truth from scripture over yourself🔍 How to start distinguishing between your own voice, the eating disorder voice, and the Holy Spirit🙏 What it actually looks like to invite the Holy Spirit into the everyday moments of your recovery🔄 Why repetition is so much more powerful than a one-time mindset shiftResources mentioned:> The Joy-Filled Eater Course closes July 31st at 11:59pm Central. I'm stepping away to work on something new for a few months after that, so this is genuinely it for a while.It's twelve modules, fully self-paced, the same framework that's walked over 150 women through this exact journey — and every single module comes with an implementation tool, because watching a video and actually changing your life are two very different things. You can do the payment plan at $217 a month for three months, or save $54 and do it all at once for $597. Just head to brittanybraswellrd.com/course.> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 to pray through before committing to any kind of fast, and why your why matters more than the fast itself.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🙏 The four questions to ask before deciding whether (or how) to fast🍞 The difference between a food fast and a soul fast, and why one might serve you better right now💭 Why "this sounds spiritual" doesn't always mean a fast is actually about the Lord⏳ Why every fast needs a clear end date before it begins🤝 Why this isn't a decision to make alone, and who you need in your cornerResources mentioned:> The Joy-Filled Eater Course closes July 31st at 11:59pm Central. I'm stepping away to work on something new for a few months after that, so this is genuinely it for a while.It's twelve modules, fully self-paced, the same framework that's walked over 150 women through this exact journey — and every single module comes with an implementation tool, because watching a video and actually changing your life are two very different things. You can do the payment plan at $217 a month for three months, or save $54 and do it all at once for $597. Just head to brittanybraswellrd.com/course.> EP. 102 & 103: How to Handle Fasting as a Christian Woman When You're Struggling With Disordered Eating or Negative Body Image (Parts 1 & 2)> EP. 123 - Fasting Isn't the Only Biblical Practice Around Food: The Surprising Truth Christians Can't Ignore with Anna Marie Long> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 listener’s honest question about feeling unsure whether she actually wants recovery. You’ll hear a compassionate, faith-filled conversation about why ambivalence can show up in food freedom and what may be hiding underneath the resistance. This one is tender, honest, and especially for you if recovery sounds good in theory… but letting go feels a little more complicated in real life.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…💛 Why “I’m not sure I want to recover” may not mean what you think it means🫶 The deeper grief that can show up when disordered eating has become part of your identity😬 Why letting go of food rules, restriction, binge eating, or control can feel strangely scary📝 A simple but powerful practice to help you name what you’re really leaving behind🙏 The reminder you may need if food freedom feels possible for everyone else… but not quite for youResources mentioned:> The Joy-Filled Eater Course closes July 31st at 11:59pm Central. I'm stepping away to work on something new for a few months after that, so this is genuinely it for a while.It's twelve modules, fully self-paced, the same framework that's walked over 150 women through this exact journey — and every single module comes with an implementation tool, because watching a video and actually changing your life are two very different things. You can do the payment plan at $217 a month for three months, or save $54 and do it all at once for $597. Just head to brittanybraswellrd.com/course. > EP. 210 with Theresa Davis, The Grief Mentor> EP. 131: “What to Do When You’re Not Sure You Believe Full Recovery Is Possible or That You Deserve It” > Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 about body image, what kids notice about their bodies, and the very honest things they would change if given the chance. It’s sweet, funny, a little unhinged in the best way, and such a tender reminder that food freedom and body freedom don’t have to be nearly as complicated as diet culture has made them feel.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🌈 The body “upgrade” my six-year-old would choose, and honestly, it’s pretty iconic🧒 A surprise sibling cameo with a very bold take on what would make bodies even cooler💛 A tender reminder about why YOUR body is good, even when you don’t always feel that way🧠 A simple kid-perspective moment on what happens when you stop thinking about your body all the time🎙️ A sweet wrap-up to the Tiny Talks series, and why you’ll want to go back and listen to all five episodesIf you haven’t done it yet, go back and listen to each of the Tiny Talks mini episodes for sweet, simple conversations on food freedom, nutrition, hunger, snacks, and body image from a kid’s perspective.Resources mentioned:> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 hear part four of the Tiny Talks series with my six-year-old daughter. We’re talking all things snacks—why they matter, what can happen when you wait too long to eat, and how to think about snack foods in a way that feels simple instead of stressful. It’s funny, very unscripted, and a sweet reminder that snacks don’t have to be a problem to fix.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🐠 My six-year-old’s very strong feelings about a certain beloved snack food😅 What can happen when you show up to dinner a little too ready to eat💛 A simple way to think about making snacks more satisfying without turning it into a food rule🍽️ Why snacks can actually help mealtime feel more peaceful🎙️ A surprise guest appearance with a very specific sea salt caramel opinionResources mentioned:> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 in my summer series with my six-year-old daughter. We’re talking about hunger cues, fullness cues, gymnastics snacks, post-activity hunger, and the very real spiritual gift of not becoming hangry in the car. It’s sweet, honest, unscripted, and such a simple reminder that your body is not a problem to control.  It’s something you can learn to care for.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🤸‍♀️ Why gymnastics makes Callie extra hungry afterward😅 The very honest connection between hunger and whining🍕 A real-life moment of waiting on pizza when everyone’s ready for dinner💛 A simple conversation about how hunger and fullness actually feel in your body🎙️ A reminder that listening to your body can start small, simple, and pressure-freeResources mentioned:> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 unscripted as we talk about nutrients from a kid’s perspective. And honestly, there’s something really refreshing about hearing food and nutrition explained without all the shame, stress, or diet-culture baggage.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🥕 A kid-friendly conversation about vitamins and where they show up in food🥛 A simple peek at macronutrients without turning food into a math problem🍠 My 6-year-old’s thoughts on carrots, sweet potatoes, peppers, and the very real tragedy of food tasting bad💛 A gentle reminder that your body needs more than one kind of nutrient to feel good🎙️ The sweet chaos of an unscripted mom-and-daughter episodeResources mentioned:> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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. These episodes were completely unplanned, totally unscripted, and honestly, one of the sweetest things I’ve ever recorded. We’re talking about food, nutrition, and body image from a kid’s perspective, and today’s tiny topic might surprise you in the best way.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍓 A six-year-old’s take on whether there are “bad foods”🥛 The two kinds of foods Callie says you probably shouldn’t eat😅 A dramatic story about spoiled milk💛 A simple reminder that food freedom doesn’t have to be so complicated🎙️ The sweetest little beginning to this summer mini-seriesResources mentioned:> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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’s episode, I’m sharing my spicy dietitian hot take on what happens when diet culture gets dressed up as discipleship. We’re talking about the subtle ways body shame can hide behind words like discipline, self-control, stewardship, and “taking care of your temple.” And if you’ve ever felt torn between wanting food freedom and wanting to be faithful, this conversation will help you start noticing what’s actually driving the way you relate to food and your body.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🔥 Why “Christianized diet culture” can feel so much heavier than regular diet culture🪞 The sneaky body image beliefs that show up in mirrors, photos, jeans, and everyday moments🥗 Why the same “healthy” choice can come from two very different places📖 The faith-based language that can either point you toward freedom, or keep you stuck in shame🕊️ A gentle but honest question to ask when a program, devotional, or teaching claims to be Christ-centeredResources mentioned:> Check out my blog post that goes along with this episode for even more strategies on how to take a Christ-centered approach to better body image.> Listen to episode 11 where Heather Creekmore helps to break down Psalm 139:14.> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 advice around hormones and fertility starts sounding like one giant “eat perfectly or else” rulebook, it can quickly stir up more anxiety than peace.In today’s episode, Brittany sits down with Bekah Yawn to talk about hormone health, fertility, periods, nutrition, and the spiritual side of caring for your body. You’ll hear a compassionate, faith-filled conversation about what your cycle may be revealing, why your period matters more than culture often tells you, and how to approach hormone support without diving headfirst into rigidity or food rules. This episode will help you think differently about your body — not as something broken or annoying, but as something God created with purpose, wisdom, and care.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🩸 How your period may be giving you more information than you realize🙏 The spiritual question that might feel scary to ask God, but could open the door to deeper healing🥑 A gentler way to think about nutrition for hormone health without creating another list of food rules🌿 What your body may be communicating when your cycle feels off, missing, painful, or unpredictable💛 How to begin seeing your body with more compassion, curiosity, and awe for the way God designed itResources mentioned:> Hear more from Bekah on her podcast, For the Love of Hormones> Connect with Bekah further at www.bekahyawn.com > Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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, we’re pulling back the curtain on what food freedom actually looks like in a normal, random Tuesday afternoon. Not the polished version, the real one. The kind that feels grounded and sustainable. You’ll start to see why the peace you’re craving isn’t found in doing more, but in thinking differently, and how that transformation really begins.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 What “mental quiet” around food actually feels like (and why you may not even realize how loud it’s been)🧭 The surprising shift that replaces all-or-nothing thinking in your everyday decisions💭 The subtle way control is keeping you stuck in food anxiety (even when it feels helpful)🤍 What trusting your body really looks like in real life, not just in theory🔥 Why practicing this inside the right environment changes EVERYTHING about your progressResources mentioned:> Get immediate access to ⁠The Joy-Filled Eater Course⁠ for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd.*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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, we’re diving into the deeper layers of body image, beyond just confidence or self-esteem, and uncovering why this struggle is often more spiritual than you think.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 How to recognize when body image thoughts are quietly consuming your mental space🎯 The connection between body image struggles and distraction from your purpose🪞 Why confidence alone won’t fix how you feel about your body🚫 The common lie that you need to “fix your body” before God can use you🌱 A simple, faith-rooted way to begin shifting your thoughts about your bodyResources mentioned:> Gran Brandice’s new book, Fully Nourished.> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 continue this journey. These are tools you can come back to when you want to go deeper, reflect more intentionally, and reconnect with truth. If you’ve been craving something more than just quick encouragement, this episode will open the door to that next layer.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…📖 A collection of my most trusted, faith-centered body image resources💭 Different types of books that meet you in different seasons of your food freedom & body image journey🙏 How scripture plays a role in renewing your perspective✨ Why who you learn from matters more than you think💡 A simple way to approach deeper growth without overwhelmResources mentioned:> CLICK HERE to get the full shownotes on the blog> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 actually brings the peace you thought it would. And more importantly, you’ll begin to explore what it could look like to approach your body—and your thoughts about it—from a completely different place.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…💭 Why your fear of weight gain has nothing to do with the number on the scale🧠 The deeper meaning you might be attaching to body changes (without realizing it)📖 How diet culture may have shaped your beliefs more than you think⚖️ The subtle difference between control and true peace✨ A simple but powerful question that starts shifting everythingResources mentioned:> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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. And we’ll gently shift your perspective from restriction to something far more freeing.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧊 Why a full fridge can still leave you feeling unsatisfied📏 The deeper reason food rules keep you stuck in the same cycle➕ A simple mindset shift that changes how you approach your plate❤️ What “nourishment” really means beyond just physical health🍪 The surprising connection between satisfaction and overeatingResources mentioned:> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image. And be sure to grab The JFE BONUS Vault for even more food freedom & body image resources from over a dozen other specialists on topics like coping skills, cooking and food prep, strength training, and tons more!> The Stronger Collective App: Workouts & Wellness for Christian Women> Episode 9: The Most Effective Way to Challenge Your Food Fears in Eating Disorder Recovery> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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’re unpacking what’s really driving that constant mental chatter about food—and why trying harder isn’t the answer. You’ll start to see how physical, emotional, and spiritual patterns may be keeping you stuck… and what it could look like to begin shifting out of that cycle in a grace-filled, faith-rooted way.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍽️ What “food noise” actually looks like in your everyday life (and why it feels so loud)🧠 The hidden belief that keeps you stuck in the cycle of obsessing over food🚫 How restriction (without you realizing it) might be making everything worse⚖️ The subtle way food starts to feel powerful (and what that’s doing to your mindset)🌿 A different approach to food freedom that doesn’t rely on willpower or shameResources mentioned:> Take The Needs Assessment for free at www.birttanybraswellrd.com/needs> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 you. You’ll start to see how your brain is wired, how your thought patterns have been trained over time, and how scripture offers a more practical (and freeing) way to engage with what’s happening in your mind.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 Why your brain actually isn’t designed to be quiet🔁 The hidden system that keeps reinforcing food and body thoughts⚡ What’s really happening when your mind starts spiraling🧩 Why “just take your thoughts captive” feels so hard in real life💭 A simple, grace-filled framework to start interrupting the noiseResources mentioned:> The Blue Letter Bible> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 coach Rachel DeSonier for a thoughtful conversation about strength training—what it actually looks like, why it matters for your health, and how to approach it in a way that supports your body without fueling body obsession.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…💪 Why so many women feel intimidated by strength training—and what’s actually behind that fear🏋️‍♀️ The surprising mindset shift that can completely change how you approach exercise🧠 How strength training can impact confidence, stress, and your relationship with your body⚖️ The difference between building strength and chasing body control✨ A few simple ways to begin exploring strength training without falling into comparison or pressureResources mentioned:> Download Rachel’s 100g Protein Cheat Sheet> Join my absolute FAVORITE strength training and wellness app for Christian women, The Stronger Collective (*Disclaimer: This is my referral partner link, but I only share tools & resources I love and use myself!)> Subscribe to Brittany's personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 episode, we explore a hidden driver behind nighttime overeating that many women completely overlook. You’ll hear why your body’s response to restriction is actually biological, how subtle under-fueling can intensify cravings and food thoughts, and why healing your relationship with food often begins long before dinner.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍽️ The surprising reason nighttime binge eating often starts hours earlier in the day🧠 What “food noise” may be trying to signal about your body’s needs⏳ The subtle eating patterns that quietly increase evening cravings⚠️ Why trying to “eat less tomorrow” can keep the restrict-binge cycle going💛 The compassionate perspective that can help you stop blaming yourself and start understanding your bodyResources mentioned:> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Subscribe to my personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 Organized Coach Podcast. Tracy is on a mission to help women simplify their homes and lives, and in this conversation, she shows you how her decluttering framework applies directly to your thought life. You’ll hear how delayed decisions fuel overwhelm, why perfectionism keeps you stuck, and how you can approach your mind with compassion instead of criticism.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 Why mental clutter is often just “delayed decisions” you haven’t made yet📋 How decision fatigue quietly fuels body image anxiety and food noise🗂️ The same 5-step organizing process that works for your closet and your thought life⏳ What to do when you’re afraid to sit with your thoughts🙏 How to invite the Lord into your mental decluttering practice without shameResources mentioned:> Get access to Tracy’s 15-Minute Declutter Challenge at www.simplysquaredaway.com/declutter > Download your copy of The Body Image Cheat Sheet for FREE at www.brittanybraswellrd.com/cheatsheet > Subscribe to my personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 has to wait.In today’s episode, we’re unpacking why this common dinner-table rule may be quietly disconnecting you from your hunger and fullness cues and how it can reinforce food obsession without you even noticing. You’ll hear a simple shift that can help you experience more satisfaction, less urgency, and more peace at the end of your meals.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍽️ Why “saving the best for last” can disconnect you from fullness 🎵 The surprising playlist analogy that explains food scarcity 🧠 How food hierarchies quietly fuel binge eating and overeating 😔 The link between urgency, scarcity, and post-meal guilt ✨ A simple shift that builds steady satisfaction throughout your mealResources mentioned:> Subscribe to my personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 Teresa Davis for an honest, faith-centered conversation about the kind of grief that lives in your body and quietly shapes your relationship with food. We explore the difference between coping and healing, why control can feel so comforting, and what it really means to surrender—not in theory, but in real life. This conversation is gentle, deep, and full of hope if you’ve been longing for freedom but don’t know where to start.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🕯️ How grief can exist even if you don’t consciously think of yourself as “grieving”🌊 Why coping feels productive, but often keeps you stuck🪞 The hidden identity loss that can surface in eating disorder recovery🫱🏽‍🫲🏼 What it actually means to let grief be witnessed (and why it matters)🕊️ A different picture of surrender that feels safer than “letting go”Resources mentioned:Hear more from Teresa on The Grief Mentor Podcast (specifically the episodes on spiritual warfare)> Subscribe to my personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 different way to respond when triggers show up—one that shifts how you see discomfort and helps you build trust in yourself again. This conversation is for you if you’re tired of just surviving triggers and want to feel more capable when they happen.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 Why feeling triggered doesn’t mean you’re failing 🧩 The hidden reason coping skills can stall confidence 🏋️‍♀️ How discomfort can actually make you stronger 🔄 The subtle pattern that keeps triggers feeling repetitive 💬 A powerful question to ask yourself in hard momentsResources mentioned:> Get your copy of one of my students’ favorite resource, The Body Image Cheat Sheet for FREE.> Are you a busy online entrepreneur who’s ready to start getting your time back and growing your business? CLICK HERE to grab my totally free Delegation Decoder that’s gonna show you where you claim hours back on your calendar every single week. And if you’re ready to start reclaiming that time so you can finally scale your business in a way that’s fun and life-giving, fill out an application for the beta round of The Intern Accelerator, NOW OPEN to all online health & wellness entrepreneurs.> Subscribe to my personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press, for weekly food freedom tips, funny memes, and personal stories from behind-the-scenes shenanigans to mom life craziness to personal lessons you can apply to your food freedom journey.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 a deeply honest conversation about what it’s like when your body feels like it has betrayed you. We explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual layers of unwanted weight changes, medication side effects, and body image struggles—without rushing to fixes or minimizing the grief that can come with healing.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…💭 What’s really happening beneath the surface when body image spirals after medication changes🧠 Why your nervous system plays a bigger role in body trust than you may realize🙏 How faith can make space for grief, emotions, and healing—without shame🌱 A gentler way to think about nourishment when control feels safer than trust🤍 Why feeling disconnected from your body doesn’t mean you’re failing at food freedomResources mentioned:> Order Erin’s book, Live Beyond Your Label.> Subscribe to my personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press.> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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, food freedom, and faith. This conversation is less about doing more… and more about approaching life with curiosity and compassion.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍞 Why growth doesn’t have to start with fixing anything🌱 How curiosity can replace pressure without losing momentum🤍 The surprising connection between exploration and food freedom👣 What happens when you let yourself be a beginner again🙏 A gentler question to carry into your relationship with food this yearResources mentioned:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources and my weekly personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press.> Download my MOST FAVORITE fitness and wellness app for Christian women, The Stronger Collective*Full disclosure → This is my personal referral link because I’ve chosen to partner with TSC since I believe in their mission SO much!> Get immediate access to The Joy-Filled Eater Course for the proven process that’s helped dozens upon dozens of women achieving lasting food freedom and better body image.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Want to help support this show?If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

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 people see sleep as both a medical need and a gift from God. Together, we explore the connection between sleep deprivation and emotional eating, why exhaustion makes food freedom feel harder, and how faith reshapes the way we think about rest.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 How sleep deprivation intensifies cravings and food thoughts🍪 Why exhaustion makes emotional eating feel harder to resist📖 A biblical perspective on sleep as trust, not weakness⏳ The connection between control, productivity, and rest🌙 A gentler way to think about sleepless nights in this seasonResources mentioned:> Get Dr. Benjamin’s NEW BOOK, Sleep Habits Journal: Practices, Prayers, and Devotions to Ease Your Sleepless Nights> Connect with Dr. Benjamin Long on Instagram @thewholeheartedmdYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources and my weekly personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if the reason food freedom keeps feeling out of reach isn’t because you lack motivation, but because you’re leaning on the wrong thing altogether?If you’ve been telling yourself you just need more motivation to eat better, be more consistent, or stop spiraling with food, this episode is going to challenge that belief in the most relieving way. The constant pressure to “get it right” can quietly fuel body image anxiety, food guilt, and that exhausting sense of starting over again and again.In today’s episode, we’re peeling back why motivation is such an unstable foundation for food freedom—and what actually helps you feel calmer, more grounded, and more at peace in your body. This conversation will help you rethink what progress really looks like and why consistency doesn’t have to feel heavy, restrictive, or overwhelming.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 Why relying on motivation can actually increase food noise and body anxiety🌱 The subtle daily anchors that quietly reshape your relationship with food🗓️ How consistency can feel safer and more freeing than “trying harder”🔁 What might be keeping you stuck in the start-over cycle without realizing it🙏 The surprising connection between faith, everyday practices, and body peaceResources mentioned:> Steal my top 10 body checking reduction strategies with The Body Image Cheat Sheet.> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources and my weekly personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if the question isn’t whether you’re “sick enough”… but whether your body has been paying the price in silence?So many women stay stuck in food rules and under-fueling because everything looks fine on the surface. Labs come back “normal.” Life keeps moving. And the lie whispers that help is only for people who’ve hit rock bottom — not someone like you who’s still holding it together.In today’s episode, I sit down with Tanna Vayon, a Physician Assistant specialized in eating disorder treatment, who has lived this story from the inside herself and now treats it from the clinical side. We explore what restriction actually does beneath the surface and why waiting until things look “bad enough” can quietly delay healing your body desperately needs.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 Why feeling “mostly fine” can be one of the most deceptive signals🩺 What medical red flags often get missed, even with “normal” labs🌿 How your body adapts to under-fueling in ways you might not realize🩸 The hidden cost of losing your period (and why it’s never a win)⏸️ The powerful first step most women skip, and why it matters SO muchResources mentioned:– Sick Enough by Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani– Search the FINDINGbalance Christian Treatment Finder for a Christian eating disorder provider– Get on the waitlist for The Stronger CollectiveYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources and my weekly personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if improving your body image this year had nothing to do with changing your body?If the start of the new year already feels loaded with pressure (to lose weight, feel confident, or finally “get your body together”), you’re not imagining it. Those expectations sneak in fast, and before you know it, your body becomes a project instead of a place you live. That constant tension alone can keep body anxiety loud, even when nothing is technically “wrong.”In today’s episode, we’re talking about a surprisingly simple, unconventional shift that can immediately reduce body image stress… without dieting, restriction, or another New Year overhaul. This conversation isn’t about forcing confidence. It’s about creating real mental space, lowering daily body focus, and starting the year with more peace than pressure.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…👙 Why something you wear every single day may be quietly fueling body image anxiety🧠 How constant discomfort keeps your mind stuck on your body (even when you don’t realize it)🚗 What your friend’s car has to do with your body image🧺 The UNCONVENTIONAL experiment that can instantly reduce daily body shame and mental noise🌱 Why choosing comfort is not giving up, but a faith-filled act of stewardshipYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources and my weekly personal newsletter, The Full Plate Press.> Join our FREE Facebook community, Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women, to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice, or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if the way you’re approaching your 2026 goals is quietly working against the very freedom you’re praying for?As the year wraps up, there’s often an unspoken pressure to get ahead — to think harder, plan better, and finally figure yourself out. That urgency can feel responsible and faithful, but it can also carry a weight that shows up as food stress, body anxiety, and constant mental chatter.In today’s episode, we’re slowing the pace to look at what Jesus consistently did before major decisions — and why rushing straight into plans might be costing you clarity. This conversation isn’t about fixing yourself or adding another spiritual to-do. It’s an invitation to approach the year ahead differently than you ever have before.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🕊️ Why planning can feel faithful while still being rooted in pressure🔇 The subtle difference between stepping away and checking out🧠 How internal noise can shape decisions without you realizing it📖 What Scripture reveals about timing, direction, and discernment🛠️ A more grounded way to approach 2026 without forcing clarityResources mentioned:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Welcome to Day 5 of our 5 Days to a Peace-Filled Christmas series!Are you waking up today already feeling the pressure to “make up for” how you ate yesterday?If you’re noticing that post-holiday guilt creeping in (the puffiness, the panic, the urge to restrict), please hear this: nothing is wrong with you. Your mind may be spiraling, your body may feel “off,” and the enemy may be whispering shame, but you are not broken. What you’re feeling is a predictable response to fear, not a failure of discipline.In today’s episode, you’ll hear a gentle, Christ-centered mindset shift that helps you step out of the restrict–binge cycle, interrupt the lies that restriction equals righteousness, and anchor yourself back into compassion — the very thing Jesus uses to bring real peace. You’ll also learn a grounding phrase you can return to anytime those old urges try to pull you back in.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…✨ The counterintuitive truth about restriction your mind never tells you🌿 A simple phrase that helps calm the fear driving restrictive thoughts🕊️ Why compassion, not control, leads to lasting peace with food💛 What Jesus actually offers when you feel like you’ve “messed up”🔥 How choosing nourishment becomes a spiritual act of trustResources mentioned:> Join our podcast VIP email list at www.brittanybraswellrd.com/VIP to get access to all the free resources I’m sending this week to help you implement what you’re learning in each episode.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

MERRY CHRISTMAS, and welcome to Day 4 of our 5 Days to a Peace-Filled Christmas series!Today, not only are we wishing one another Merry Christmas, but we’re also celebrating the 200th episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom! 🎉 And because this show would be nothing without YOU, today’s episode features several stories from our listeners about how the show is helping them develop a healthier relationship with food and body image.Christmas can stir up so much pressure. Pressure to eat “perfectly.” Pressure to stay in control. Pressure to earn your way back into feeling worthy. But none of that determines one ounce of your value. Whether you’re navigating cravings, guilt, comparison, or the fear of “overdoing it,” Jesus is not tallying your choices. He is drawing near to you with grace.In today’s celebratory 200th episode, you’ll hear the single food-freedom truth every Christian woman needs to hear on Christmas, along with powerful listener stories, voice messages, and encouragement that remind you you're not alone. You’ll also discover a grounding way to carry God’s truth about your identity into the rest of the holiday season.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🎄 A Christmas truth about your worth that uproots food guilt💬 Heartfelt voice clips from listeners sharing their freedom stories📖 A simple practice to anchor your identity in Scripture today🌟 Why diet culture’s definition of value contradicts the gospel💓 How Christ meets you in your tenderness, not your perfectionResources mentioned:> Join our podcast VIP email list at www.brittanybraswellrd.com/VIP to get access to all the free resources I’m sending this week to help you implement what you’re learning in each episode.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Welcome to Day 3 of our 5 Days to a Peace-Filled Christmas series!Do you feel like your mind is constantly buzzing with food thoughts this week, no matter how hard you try to quiet them?When holiday overwhelm rises, mental food chatter often ramps up right along with it. You may be wondering if your cravings mean you “lost control,” or why your brain won’t stop thinking about food. But that noise isn’t a sign of failure.  It’s your body asking for support, not stricter rules.In today’s episode, you’ll hear three simple, compassionate strategies to help quiet food noise so you can move through Christmas with more peace. You’ll also learn what your cravings are really trying to communicate and how to respond without spiraling into guilt, restriction, or all-or-nothing thinking.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍪 Why food noise gets louder when key needs go unmet🔍 A mindset shift that helps you interpret cravings with wisdom🥖 How satisfaction becomes a tool for calming obsessive thoughts🧘‍♀️ A grounding practice to reset your nervous system before acting on a craving💡 Why adding foods (not restricting them) reduces mental overwhelmResources mentioned:Join our podcast VIP email list at www.brittanybraswellrd.com/VIP to get access to all the free resources I’m sending this week to help you implement what you’re learning in each episode.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Welcome to Day 2 of our 5 Days to a Peace-Filled Christmas series!Does your food anxiety get louder the moment holiday overwhelm hits?When your mind is juggling pressure, expectations, emotional fatigue, and an endless to-do list, your nervous system shifts into survival mode, and suddenly food feels louder, scarier, and more urgent. Not because you lack willpower, but because overwhelm is hijacking your sense of safety.In today’s episode, you’ll hear how overwhelm fuels food anxiety and a simple 30-second, faith-centered grounding practice to help you slow down before you spiral. This gentle rhythm helps your body return to safety so you can make choices from peace instead of panic.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 Why overwhelm intensifies cravings, body checking, and intrusive thoughts💨 A simple 4-step process that reconnects you to safety💛 The reason you’re not “failing” when anxiety rises ✨ How slowing down becomes an act of leadership, not laziness🙏 The example Jesus sets when your world feels rushed and overloadedResources mentioned:Join our podcast VIP email list at www.brittanybraswellrd.com/VIP to get access to all the free resources I’m sending this week to help you implement what you’re learning in each episode.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Welcome to the first episode of our 5 Days to a Peace-Filled Christmas series!If you’ve been feeling that holiday food anxiety creeping in already, you’re about to get the 2-minute reset your mind and body is begging for.The days leading up to Christmas can stir up extra food thoughts, body checking, decision fatigue, and a whole lot of emotional noise. Even when you want to be calm, your nervous system may feel like it’s firing on all cylinders. If you’ve been wondering, “Why am I already stressed about the food stuff?”—you’re not alone, and you’re not doing anything wrong.In today’s episode, you’ll hear a simple, grounding reset you can use anytime the anxiety starts to rise. You’ll explore what’s actually happening inside your body, why this week tends to amplify stress, and how to respond with compassion instead of control. This isn’t about perfection—it’s about support, presence, and truth.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…😬 Why your holiday food anxiety is your nervous system talking—not a personal failure🌀 A gentle way to interrupt spiraling thoughts before the overwhelm kicks in🧘‍♀️ A body-based check-in that helps you feel grounded again😣 A surprising place tension hides in your body during stressful moments🙏 A faith-rooted reminder that perfection is not God’s expectation for youResources mentioned:Join our podcast VIP email list at www.brittanybraswellrd.com/VIP to get access to all the free resources I’m sending this week to help you implement what you’re learning in each episode.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Are you already dreading the food and body comments you know are coming this Christmas?Those offhand remarks from family (like the comments about your plate, your body, or their latest diet) can hit some of the most tender places in your heart. They often come out of nowhere, and before you realize it, your brain is spiraling, your body tenses up, and peace feels like it just left the room. And that pressure makes it so easy to overthink, shut down, or disconnect from the moment you were hoping to enjoy.In today’s episode, you’ll hear a compassionate, Christ-centered conversation to help you prepare before the comments begin. You’ll learn how to create emotional safety, communicate clearly, and stay grounded, without needing the perfect words or a flawless script.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🎯 Why people pressure is the #1 holiday stressor (and why it’s not your fault)🗝️ The key part of boundary-setting that protects your peace📝 Why you DON’T need a perfect response script, and what you DO need instead🤝 The difference between honoring relationships and people-pleasing💬 Simple, loving responses you can keep in your back pocket for triggering momentsResources mentioned:> Get access to the Handling Holidays Workshop on-demand for just $37 with code PODCAST.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Are you already overthinking the holiday party food before you even get there?If you’ve ever walked into a family gathering feeling stressed about timing, food variety, comments, or the pressure to “eat the right way,” it makes sense that your body feels tense before the event even begins. The holidays bring a lot of emotional, sensory, and relational noise, and your nervous system is simply trying to keep up. That pressure can make it easy to disconnect from your body and slip into restriction, guilt, or autopilot eating.In today’s episode, you’ll hear a grace-filled conversation that helps you understand what’s happening underneath the surface, and what it looks like to stay grounded instead of spiraling. You’ll learn simple, Christ-centered ways to show up with more clarity and peace (without micromanaging your hunger or obsessing over the meal).A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧠 The real reason holiday food feels so overwhelming (it’s not what you think)👥 The 3 kinds of pressure that stack up at holiday gatherings🌿 How tuning in to your body helps you stop checking out🍽️ A small shift that makes a HUGE difference when facing a table full of options✝️ A Christ-centered mindset that helps you release guilt around foodResources mentioned:> Get access to the Handling Holidays Workshop on-demand for just $37 with code PODCAST.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Did you wake up after your holiday meal feeling guilty, uncomfortable in your body, or convinced you “need to get back on the bandwagon”?If the shame spiral hit hard this week, this episode is for you. Post-holiday guilt can make you feel frustrated with your body, stuck in obsessive food thoughts, and tempted to “make up for” what you ate. But nothing about one meal (or one day) is powerful enough to undo your health, your worth, or the work God is doing in you. This episode is here to help you breathe again, slow the panic, and find your footing.In today’s episode, Brittany walks you through a simple, compassionate way to get out of the shame spiral without restricting, punishing, or resetting anything. She’ll show you how to reflect instead of react, how to build holiday rhythms that actually support your body, and how to approach this season with calm, clarity, and Christ-anchored confidence. If you’re feeling heavy, discouraged, or overwhelmed, this one is going to feel like a deep exhale.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🧱 The “Lego disaster” moment that explains exactly why the guilt spirals happen🔄 The sneaky belief behind your urge to #startagainMonday🧭 A reflection tool that will help you feel grounded after overeating⏳ How to create simple, realistic nourishment + rest rhythms for the holidays💣 The truth-bomb reminder about compassion, your body, and the freedom Christ designed for youResources mentioned:> Episodes 47 & 48 on creating simple consistency rhythms> Join the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women private Facebook community> Get on the waitlist for The Stronger Collective> Submit a 90-second voice note for the 200th episode at www.speakpipe.com/jfepodcast Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eatingIf you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Is your mind already spiraling at the thought of holiday photos, food comments, or navigating Thanksgiving in a body you’re still learning to trust? If so, this episode is exactly what you need.As body image anxiety ramps up for Christian women during the holiday season, the mental load often gets heavier, louder, and messier… kind of like when Brittany accidentally baptized her entire kitchen floor in a gallon of spilled milk. This episode takes that chaotic “milk river moment” and turns it into a reminder that what we really need in seasons of overwhelm isn’t more willpower. It’s more truth.In today’s episode, you’ll hear 7 powerful scriptures to pray specifically on your hardest body-image days. Brittany breaks down how these verses can quiet intrusive thoughts, interrupt the comparison spiral, and help Christian women experience peace around holiday meals, family gatherings, and triggering comments.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🥛 The “milk river” moment that sets the stage for overloaded holiday thoughts🧠 What’s really happening when intrusive food and body thoughts spike during the holidays🙏 The surprising way praying Scripture can immediately shut down spiraling thoughts📸 Why holiday photos tend to trigger body comparison, and how to respond with truth💬 How to handle those unsolicited food and body comments from family members with confidenceResources mentioned:> Watch the Handling Holidays Workshop on-demand for just $37 with code PODCAST.> Leave a short voice note for Brittany, sharing how Faith-Filled Food Freedom has impacted your life so she can celebrate with you for the 200th episode coming soon!: https://www.speakpipe.com/jfepodcast > Episode 11. Why Psalm 139:14 Never Worked for Me (and What I Know Now)Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if the conversations we don’t have in the church are the ones keeping us stuck in shame?Let’s be real — sex and intimacy aren’t exactly the go-to topics at Bible study. But for so many Christian wives, struggles with body image, shame, and vulnerability show up in the bedroom, too. And ignoring it doesn’t make it any easier. It just makes us feel more isolated, frustrated, and disconnected — from our husbands and even from God.In today’s episode, Brittany sits down with two of her best friends (and fellow powerhouse coaches) Lacy Lain and Shaela Daugherty for a hilarious, honest, and holy conversation about sex, body image, and intimacy in Christian marriage. Recorded during their annual CEO retreat, this episode is equal parts belly laughs and heart-to-hearts — the kind of conversation you didn’t know you needed until now. They share what it really looks like to invite God into this part of your marriage, how to navigate embarrassment with humor and grace, and why a healthy sex life might just be more connected to your spiritual health than you think.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…💋 Why laughter (and awkward moments) might be a secret ingredient to intimacy🙏 How body confidence and spiritual connection work together in the bedroom🧠 The mindset shift that transforms “I’m too tired” into something more meaningful🔥 How physical intimacy spills over into your patience, peace, and joy at home💬 The real talk every Christian woman needs to hear about communication and connectionResources mentioned:> Leave a voice note for Brittany, sharing how Faith-Filled Food Freedom has impacted your life and food freedom or body image journey. Everyone who submits their story gets their choice of FREE access to either the replay of the Handling Holidays Workshop or the Nourishing Menus Workshop!> Episode 147 - Is Your Body Image Ruining Your Sex Life? What No One Tells Christian Women About Intimacy in Marriage> Female by Design podcast (previously known as Heaven in Your Home)Connect with Lacy on Instagram @lacylainConnect with Shaela on Instagram @sdfitwell and get on the waitlist for The Stronger Collective.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Ever found yourself on Google or ChatGPT at 11:47 PM searching, “What diet will finally work for me?”  If so, this episode is for you.From keto and calorie counting to detoxes and “clean” eating, Christian women are constantly told that this one will finally be the answer. But deep down, we know the truth: it never really delivers the peace or freedom we’re craving.In today’s episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom, Brittany is joined by two of her close friends — Shaela Daugherty from The Simple Fitness Habits Podcast and Lacy Lain from Functional Medicine for Christian Women — for a hilarious and super real girls’ chat about fad diets. Recorded live during their annual retreat, this conversation dives into the messy middle of what it’s like to navigate food, faith, and freedom in a world obsessed with “fixing” your body. Expect laughter, a little sass, and some eye-opening truth bombs that’ll help you finally break up with fad diets for good.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍩 The most ridiculous fad diets they’ve heard (and maybe even tried 🙈)💬 What makes these “healthy” trends so dang tempting for Christian women⚖️ The difference between pursuing health and chasing body control🙏 How your relationship with Jesus changes the way you approach food🔥 A spicy challenge Brittany gets from her co-hosts at the endResources mentioned:> Are you stressing at the thought of how to navigate food and family functions during the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons? If so, get your ticket to the Handling Holidays Workshop, happening Nov. 13th from 12:00-1:00pm CST. (*A replay will be made available to all registrants.) Use code PODCAST at checkout to save $10!> If you want to see Brittany do the fad diet experiment discussed in today’s episode, leave a rating and review in Apple Podcasts for each of the following shows with your suggestions of what fad diet you want to see Brittany evaluate.Faith-Filled Food Freedom, hosted by Brittany BraswellSimple Fitness Habits, hosted by Shaela DaughertyFunctional Medicine for Christian Women, hosted by Lacy LainYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if the real secret to lasting food freedom isn’t found in the next big thing—but in the boring, everyday basics you’ve been overlooking? 🤯So many Christian women want to live with peace around food and confidence in their bodies, but they keep chasing shiny new solutions, hoping the next “plan” will finally stick. But the truth is, those quick fixes are exhausting, and the freedom you’re praying for is usually found in the slow, steady, and sometimes boring daily habits that help you stay grounded in both faith and food.In today’s episode, Brittany is joined by her friends and fellow faith-based coaches, Lacy Lain and Shaela Daugherty, to talk all about what they lovingly call “The Boring Basics.” They’re pulling back the curtain on what consistency really looks like—especially when motivation dips, life gets messy, or your brain screams for instant results. This conversation is part pep talk, part permission slip, and fully packed with real-life encouragement for the woman who’s tired of starting over.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍳 A surprisingly refreshing take on why “boring” might be your best friend in food freedom☕ A candid conversation about motivation, mindset, and motherhood🙏 How to stay grounded in your faith when progress feels slow🌿 The overlooked habits that actually move the needle over time💬 What it really looks like to live out food freedom in real life (not just on Instagram)Resources mentioned:> Are you stressing at the thought of how to navigate food and family functions during the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons? If so, get your ticket to the Handling Holidays Workshop, happening Nov. 13th from 12:00-1:00pm CST. (*A replay will be made available to all registrants.) Use code PODCAST at checkout to save $10!> Check out The Stronger Collective, my favorite health & fitness app specifically designed for Christian women.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Have you ever wondered if your struggle with food makes you sinful? Or maybe you’ve heard verses about “gluttony” and instantly felt guilt or shame creep in?So many Christian women are caught in a cycle of confusion — trying to honor God with their bodies, but unsure where the line is between enjoying food and “overeating.” This episode breaks down what the Bible actually says about gluttony, appetite, and freedom in Christ — without twisting Scripture or piling on more shame.In today’s episode, I’m bringing back our most downloaded conversation ever — one that’s set countless women free from fear-based thinking around food. Together, we’ll unpack biblical truth, dismantle diet-culture lies hiding behind “holiness,” and discover what it means to walk in true food freedom as a believer.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍞 A deeper look at what the Bible really means when it mentions gluttony💭 How to recognize when guilt (not the Holy Spirit) is guiding your food choices🙅‍♀️ The difference between conviction and condemnation when it comes to eating🙏 What honoring God with your body actually looks like in daily life💖 Encouragement to release the shame and walk in grace-filled freedom around foodResources mentioned:> Read more from this episode on the Faith-Filled Food Freedom blog!Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Is your body fighting against you… or is it trying to tell you something?So many Christian women wrestle with the same question: Why does my body feel out of balance when I’m doing everything “right”? Between hormone swings, low energy, and the constant pressure to look a certain way, it’s easy to slip into the lie that your body is broken — or that you just need more discipline to fix it.In this episode, Brittany sits down with Dr. Brooke Sheehan, a licensed chiropractor, functional medicine practitioner, and host of The Your Body Speaks Podcast, to explore how you can stop seeing your body as the enemy and start recognizing it as a divine messenger. Together, they unpack what it looks like to reconnect with your body, listen to the signals it’s sending, and finally break free from the cycle of diet culture and body obsession.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…💬 The surprising reason your body might be “resisting” all your healthy habits🌿 How stress, hormones, and emotions impact your physical well-being more than you realize🙏 The spiritual side of body trust — and what it means to honor the body God gave you⚡ Simple ways to start reconnecting with your body and rebuilding internal trust💛 The truth about what it really means to live fully alive — body, mind, and spiritResources mentioned:> Enter in the BodyOS blueprint waitlist> Get Dr. Brook’s Talk to Me, Body affirmation card deck> Connect with Dr. Brook on Instagram @drbrooksheehan Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Is “clean eating” actually helping your health… or quietly fueling your food guilt and perfectionism?So many Christian women start out wanting to “eat clean” as a way to take better care of their bodies—but somewhere along the way, those pure intentions can turn into obsession, fear, and shame. Instead of feeling confident and free, they’re left second-guessing every bite and labeling foods as either “good” or “bad.” This episode tackles the truth about clean eating and how to recognize when a healthy habit has quietly morphed into diet culture in disguise.In today’s episode, Brittany is unpacking the sneaky side of clean eating—how something that sounds healthy can easily lead to disordered thoughts, restriction, and anxiety around food. She shares her personal experiences, calls out common myths that keep women stuck in shame, and helps listeners understand how to pursue true nourishment without letting “rules” run the show. If you’ve ever felt anxious about eating anything that comes in a package or guilty when your plate doesn’t look perfectly “clean,” this conversation will leave you feeling encouraged and empowered to eat with freedom and grace.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🥦 How clean eating became the “acceptable” face of diet culture and why it’s so easy to get trapped in it😬 The hidden fear of processed or packaged foods that often goes unnoticed in Christian wellness spaces🙏 What it really means to honor God with your body—without turning food choices into moral decisions💡 Subtle signs your clean eating habits might actually be fueling anxiety or disordered thinking🍞 How to pursue balance and food freedom while still caring well for your healthResources mentioned:🎙️Listen to episode 40 of Faith-Filled Food Freedom, Letting Go of Perfect: Faith-Based Strategies for Conquering PerfectionismYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Ever feel like there’s never enough time in the day to take care of yourself—let alone your relationship with food? This episode is your gentle reminder that healing your eating habits doesn’t require hours of free time or a perfectly clear calendar. It just takes a few intentional minutes (and a solid plan that fits inside your real-life chaos).So many Christian women tell themselves they’ll “start working on food freedom when things calm down.” But here’s the truth—life never really slows down. Between the to-do lists, laundry piles, and endless responsibilities, waiting for the “perfect time” to start only keeps you stuck.In today’s episode, Brittany breaks down exactly how to make time for food freedom even when you’re busy. She shares simple, practical strategies to help you take confident, consistent action toward lasting recovery—without overhauling your entire schedule. Whether you’ve been telling yourself you’re too busy, too tired, or too far gone to start, this one’s going to light a fire under you.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…⏰ A totally relatable “real life chaos” story that proves time isn’t the real problem💡 The mindset shift that makes it easier to take small but consistent action📅 A practical way to build food freedom time into your calendar that actually works🙌 How to stay motivated when you’re doing the work on your own🔥 The best next step if you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to start healingResources mentioned:> Get my FAVORITE planner, the Dream Planner from Horatio Printing, and save 15% at checkout with code BRITTANY15> Download the ultimate no-body-shame fitness and wellness app for Christian women, The Stronger Collective.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if food freedom isn’t as far away, or as picture-perfect, as you’ve been led to believe?So many Christian women chasing “food freedom” think it’s about never craving dessert again, always loving their body, or magically silencing every food thought for good. But the truth is, real, lasting food freedom doesn’t look like that at all. It’s not about perfection. It’s about peace. It’s about creating mental space, flexibility, and confidence so you can live fully in the purpose God’s called you to.In today’s episode, Brittany breaks down what true food freedom really looks like (and what it doesn’t), sharing how to know if you’re ready to take that next step in your journey. If you’ve ever wondered when you’ll finally feel “free enough,” this episode will give you a realistic, grace-filled perspective—and maybe even a holy nudge that your time is now.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…💭 The #1 sign you’re craving more freedom than you realize🙅‍♀️ Why chasing perfection in your eating habits is holding you back📖 How mental space can help you hear God’s voice more clearly🌊 The beach analogy that’ll change how you think about body peace🙏 A simple mindset shift to know if you’re truly ready for food freedomYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE is no longer open for enrollment, but you can get access right now to The Joy-Filled Eater Course. This is our signature on-demand program for Christian women ready to find food freedom and better body image. We'll walk you through our proven evidence-based, Christ-centered approach. To learn more and get started today, head to www.brittanybraswellrd.com/course. > Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.