Today Heather is joined by author and board-certified physician, Dr. Mikala Albertson. In part one of this two part episode, Heather and Mikala discuss why women feel so much pressure to do and be everything and "look good doing it." They talk about control, striving, believing that we can control all of our health outcomes, and the pressure to be thin because of the belief that thin equals healthy. Heather asks Dr. Albertson what to do when your doctor makes you feel like your top focus should be weight loss and why doctors focus so much on weight and body size. 

Ready to join us for the 40-Day Journey? Learn more here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge

Learn more about Dr. Mikala Albertson and check out her new book here: https://amzn.to/3W6PqtS

Read Dr. Albertson's open letter to anyone who's been body shamed or similarly hurt by the medical community: https://www.mikalaalbertsonmd.com/blog/im-sorry

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Today Heather is joined by author and board-certified physician, Dr. Mikala Albertson. In part one of this two part episode, Heather and Mikala discuss why women feel so much pressure to do and be everything and "look good doing it." They talk about control, striving, believing that we can control all of our health outcomes, and the pressure to be thin because of the belief that thin equals healthy. Heather asks Dr. Albertson what to do when your doctor makes you feel like your top focus should be weight loss and why doctors focus so much on weight and body size.&nbsp;
Ready to join us for the 40-Day Journey? Learn more here: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge</a>
Learn more about Dr.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mikalaalbertsonmd.com">Mikala Albertson</a> and check out her new book here: <a href="https://amzn.to/3W6PqtS">https://amzn.to/3W6PqtS</a>
Read Dr. Albertson's open letter to anyone who's been body shamed or similarly hurt by the medical community:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mikalaalbertsonmd.com/blog/im-sorry">https://www.mikalaalbertsonmd.com/blog/im-sorry</a>
(Amazon affiliate link - a tiny portion of your purchase goes to support ministry of Compared to Who?)

The go-to podcast for Christian women who want to grow stronger in their faith and stop living stuck in comparison!

Are you a Christian woman who’s tired of measuring yourself by the world’s standards? Have you tried to “fix yourself” with willpower, self-help, or even Christian clichés—but still feel like you’re falling short?Do you know the truth of God’s Word, yet struggle to believe it in your daily life?

Bonus: Have you ever wished you could just pray your struggles away in an instant? (Your secret’s safe here.)

If you answered yes, then Compared to Who? is the show for you!

Each week, we tackle the real issues Christian women face—comparison, body image issues, performance pressure, insecurity, identity, spiritual maturity, and more—through a practical, grace-filled, gospel-centered lens. You’ll find encouragement to trust God’s Spirit, rest in His promises, and grow deeper in your walk with Christ.

I’m Heather Creekmore—best-selling author, speaker, and follower of Jesus. After decades of chasing approval and perfection, I discovered that true freedom only comes through surrendering to Him. Now I help women like you exchange striving for peace, insecurity for identity, and comparison for confidence in Christ.

Every episode is packed with relatable stories, biblical truth, and honest encouragement to help you stop living stuck—and start living free in Jesus.

Find out more about me and the ministry of Compared to Who? at: https://www.improvebodyimage.com

Want to join our podcast community on Facebook? Visit us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/764271297116024

The go-to podcast for Christian women who want to grow stronger in their faith and stop living stuck in comparison!
Are you a Christian woman who&rsquo;s tired of measuring yourself by the world&rsquo;s standards? Have you tried to &ldquo;fix yourself&rdquo; with willpower, self-help, or even Christian clich&eacute;s&mdash;but still feel like you&rsquo;re falling short?Do you know the truth of God&rsquo;s Word, yet struggle to believe it in your daily life?
Bonus: Have you ever wished you could just pray your struggles away in an instant? (Your secret&rsquo;s safe here.)
If you answered yes, then&nbsp;Compared to Who?&nbsp;is the show for you!
Each week, we tackle the real issues Christian women face&mdash;comparison, body image issues, performance pressure, insecurity, identity, spiritual maturity, and more&mdash;through a practical, grace-filled, gospel-centered lens. You&rsquo;ll find encouragement to trust God&rsquo;s Spirit, rest in His promises, and grow deeper in your walk with Christ.
I&rsquo;m Heather Creekmore&mdash;best-selling author, speaker, and follower of Jesus. After decades of chasing approval and perfection, I discovered that true freedom only comes through surrendering to Him. Now I help women like you exchange striving for peace, insecurity for identity, and comparison for confidence in Christ.
Every episode is packed with relatable stories, biblical truth, and honest encouragement to help you stop living stuck&mdash;and start living free in Jesus.
Find out more about me and the ministry of&nbsp;Compared to Who?&nbsp;at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.improvebodyimage.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1758629449501000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0CbbfkEG9w0k4Z9QBqp5C5">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>
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Compared to Who? Body Image for Christian Women

Doctor Says Weight Loss May Not Be Your Best New Years Goal featuring Dr. Mikala Albertson

In today’s episode, "Small Supportive Habits for Lasting Change," Heather Creekmore continues the Waiting for Weight Loss series, focusing on how small, supportive choices can lead to healthier habits and lasting transformation. Learn why quick fixes and restrictive diets rarely deliver long-term results, and how gentle, health-promoting habits—like adding a daily walk, drinking more water, or including an extra vegetable at meals—are the real keys to sustainable wellness.

Heather Creekmore encourages us to shift our mindset from focusing on what we "can't" have to what we can "add" to our lives for better health. She shares practical steps to start incorporating supportive habits, one at a time, and provides spiritual encouragement to seek changes that honor our bodies and God. Plus, get a guide to finding community with other Christian women on your journey! If you're ready to replace stress and restriction with grace and growth, this episode has your name on it.

Don’t miss the special resource mentioned: The 40-Day Body Image Workbook—packed with health-promoting habits to help you take the next step.

In today&rsquo;s episode, "Small Supportive Habits for Lasting Change," Heather Creekmore continues the Waiting for Weight Loss series, focusing on how small, supportive choices can lead to healthier habits and lasting transformation. Learn why quick fixes and restrictive diets rarely deliver long-term results, and how gentle, health-promoting habits&mdash;like adding a daily walk, drinking more water, or including an extra vegetable at meals&mdash;are the real keys to sustainable wellness.
Heather Creekmore encourages us to shift our mindset from focusing on what we "can't" have to what we can "add" to our lives for better health. She shares practical steps to start incorporating supportive habits, one at a time, and provides spiritual encouragement to seek changes that honor our bodies and God. Plus, get a guide to finding community with other Christian women on your journey! If you're ready to replace stress and restriction with grace and growth, this episode has your name on it.
Don&rsquo;t miss the special resource mentioned: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-Day-Body-Image-Workbook-Christian">The 40-Day Body Image Workbook</a>&mdash;packed with health-promoting habits to help you take the next step.

Small Supportive Habits: The Key to Sustainable Weight Loss and Wellness for Christian Women Ep 10 Waiting for Weight Loss Series

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Welcome back to the "Waiting for Weight Loss" Lenten series on the Compared to Who? Podcast! In this heartfelt episode, host Heather Creekmore dives deep into the challenge so many face: How can we desire body change or weight loss while still honoring, loving, and accepting the bodies we have—right now?

Episode Highlights:


Heather Creekmore unpacks why self-hatred is NOT a biblical motivator for change, and what healthier (and more effective) alternatives look like.


You’ll hear practical, grace-filled advice on:


Buying clothes that fit and flatter your body today, not waiting for a “goal weight.”


Stopping the cycle of body checking, mirror scanning, and anxious self-critique.


Shifting your mindset from shame-driven to gratitude-driven, even if you’re still on the journey to acceptance.


Releasing comparison and learning to thank your body for all it’s helped you accomplish, instead of shaming it for what it’s not.


Embracing the foundation of being loved and accepted by Jesus as you are, regardless of your current size or shape.

Key Takeaways:


It's absolutely possible to want change for your body without making shame your motivation.


Acceptance now actually sets you up for healthier choices later—no more waiting for the "perfect" time or body.


True transformation starts with knowing you are already fully loved in Christ.

Join the Community:
Don’t try to tackle these tough topics alone! Join our free Waiting for Weight Loss community at waitingforweightloss.com and connect with other like-minded Christian women, get your questions answered, and receive coaching and encouragement on your journey.

Let’s heal together—and walk through Lenten transformation with acceptance, dignity, and hope.

Subscribe and share if you found this episode helpful, and don’t miss out on future encouragement from Compared to Who?

Want to go deeper? Join the conversation in the Waiting for Weight Loss community today!

Welcome back to the "Waiting for Weight Loss" Lenten series on the Compared to Who? Podcast! In this heartfelt episode, host Heather Creekmore dives deep into the challenge so many face: How can we desire body change or weight loss while still honoring, loving, and accepting the bodies we have&mdash;right now?
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li>
Heather Creekmore unpacks why self-hatred is NOT a biblical motivator for change, and what healthier (and more effective) alternatives look like.
</li>
<li>
You&rsquo;ll hear practical, grace-filled advice on:
<ul>
<li>
Buying clothes that fit and flatter your body today, not waiting for a &ldquo;goal weight.&rdquo;
</li>
<li>
Stopping the cycle of body checking, mirror scanning, and anxious self-critique.
</li>
<li>
Shifting your mindset from shame-driven to gratitude-driven, even if you&rsquo;re still on the journey to acceptance.
</li>
<li>
Releasing comparison and learning to thank your body for all it&rsquo;s helped you accomplish, instead of shaming it for what it&rsquo;s not.
</li>
<li>
Embracing the foundation of being loved and accepted by Jesus as you are, regardless of your current size or shape.
</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Key Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>
It's absolutely possible to want change for your body without making shame your motivation.
</li>
<li>
Acceptance now actually sets you up for healthier choices later&mdash;no more waiting for the "perfect" time or body.
</li>
<li>
True transformation starts with knowing you are already fully loved in Christ.
</li>
</ul>
Join the Community: Don&rsquo;t try to tackle these tough topics alone! Join our free Waiting for Weight Loss community at <a href="http://waitingforweightloss.com/">waitingforweightloss.com</a> and connect with other like-minded Christian women, get your questions answered, and receive coaching and encouragement on your journey.
Let&rsquo;s heal together&mdash;and walk through Lenten transformation with acceptance, dignity, and hope.
<hr>
Subscribe and share if you found this episode helpful, and don&rsquo;t miss out on future encouragement from Compared to Who?
Want to go deeper? Join the conversation in the Waiting for Weight Loss community today!

How to Desire Body Change Without Self-Hate: Embracing Acceptance While Pursuing Goals, Ep 9 Waiting for Weight Loss Series

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In Episode 8 of the "Compared to Who?" podcast, host Heather Creekmore dives into the theme of patience during the weight loss journey. She shares personal stories, including memories from her childhood, and discusses how impatience often leads us into unhealthy cycles of extreme dieting and disappointment. Heather highlights why slow and steady progress is not only more sustainable but ultimately more fulfilling. Emphasizing patience as a fruit of the Spirit, she challenges listeners to reflect on their motives and to extend the same grace and patience toward themselves that God does. The episode wraps up with practical encouragements for making small, meaningful, healthy choices and resting in the assurance of God’s love and acceptance.

Join the NEW Community:
Join the conversation! Visit waitingforweightloss.com to become part of the community, share your thoughts, and connect with others on the same journey. Let’s encourage each other to practice patience and experience sustainable, lasting changes together.

Learn more about Compared to Who? by visiting: https://www.improvebodyimage.com 

 

In Episode 8 of the "Compared to Who?" podcast, host Heather Creekmore dives into the theme of patience during the weight loss journey. She shares personal stories, including memories from her childhood, and discusses how impatience often leads us into unhealthy cycles of extreme dieting and disappointment. Heather highlights why slow and steady progress is not only more sustainable but ultimately more fulfilling. Emphasizing patience as a fruit of the Spirit, she challenges listeners to reflect on their motives and to extend the same grace and patience toward themselves that God does. The episode wraps up with practical encouragements for making small, meaningful, healthy choices and resting in the assurance of God&rsquo;s love and acceptance.
Join the NEW Community: Join the conversation! <a href="https://www.waitingforweightloss.com">Visit waitingforweightloss.com </a>to become part of the community, share your thoughts, and connect with others on the same journey. Let&rsquo;s encourage each other to practice patience and experience sustainable, lasting changes together.
Learn more about Compared to Who? by visiting: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>&nbsp;
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Why Patience is Key to Weight Loss Goals (and Spiritual Growth) Waiting for Weight Loss Episode 8

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Doctor Says Weight Loss May Not Be Your Best New Years Goal featuring Dr. Mikala Albertson

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