Becoming Less Agreeable

Mastering Our “No”

Feeling Safe To Say No

In this episode of the "Compared to Who?" podcast, host Heather Creekmore dives into the challenging topic of people pleasing and subjugation with special guest Joyce Campbell. Together, they unpack how incessantly saying "yes" while wanting to say "no" can lead to losing one's identity and sense of self. Joyce shares insights from her book, "Dare to Say No: Stop Saying Yes When You Really Mean No," and offers practical guidance for breaking free from the patterns of subjugation, whether in personal relationships or professional settings.

Heather and Joyce discuss personal anecdotes and strategies to help listeners navigate the discomfort of saying no, all from a biblical perspective that emphasizes the importance of aligning with the truth of scripture. If you struggle with being overly compliant, people pleasing, poor boundaries, or feeling subjugated, this episode provides valuable encouragement and tools for stepping into a healthier you!

Key Topics:


Understanding the root of people pleasing or subjugation


The impact of subjugation on mental and emotional health


Practical steps to begin saying "no" kindly and respectfully


The reactive stage: learning to balance newfound assertiveness


Developing a true sense of identity away from compliance


How faith can aid in overcoming the fears of saying "no"

Resources Mentioned:


Joyce Campbell's book: "Dare to Say No: Stop Saying Yes When You Really Mean No"


Get the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ZUldRt (Amazon affiliate link)


Joyce Campbell's website:

joycelcampbell.com

Connect with Us: improvebodyimage.com

In this episode of the "Compared to Who?" podcast, host Heather Creekmore dives into the challenging topic of people pleasing and subjugation with special guest Joyce Campbell. Together, they unpack how incessantly saying "yes" while wanting to say "no" can lead to losing one's identity and sense of self. Joyce shares insights from her book, "Dare to Say No: Stop Saying Yes When You Really Mean No," and offers practical guidance for breaking free from the patterns of subjugation, whether in personal relationships or professional settings.
Heather and Joyce discuss personal anecdotes and strategies to help listeners navigate the discomfort of saying no, all from a biblical perspective that emphasizes the importance of aligning with the truth of scripture. If you struggle with being overly compliant, people pleasing, poor boundaries, or feeling subjugated, this episode provides valuable encouragement and tools for stepping into a healthier you!
Key Topics:
<ul>
<li>
Understanding the root of people pleasing or subjugation
</li>
<li>
The impact of subjugation on mental and emotional health
</li>
<li>
Practical steps to begin saying "no" kindly and respectfully
</li>
<li>
The reactive stage: learning to balance newfound assertiveness
</li>
<li>
Developing a true sense of identity away from compliance
</li>
<li>
How faith can aid in overcoming the fears of saying "no"
</li>
</ul>
Resources Mentioned:
<ul>
<li>
Joyce Campbell's book: "Dare to Say No: Stop Saying Yes When You Really Mean No"
</li>
<li>
Get the book on Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/3ZUldRt">https://amzn.to/3ZUldRt</a> (Amazon affiliate link)
</li>
<li>
Joyce Campbell's website:
<a href="http://www.joycelcampbell.com/">joycelcampbell.com</a>
</li>
</ul>
Connect with Us: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com">improvebodyimage.com</a>

**The Go-to Podcast for Christian women who want to improve their body image and stop comparing themselves to others!**
Are you a Christian woman who is tired of the same old answers to your body image and comparison struggles? 
Have you "tried everything," yet still feel like your body isn't enough or should be better? 
Do you know that "God looks at the heart" or "You're fearfully and wonderfully made" yet STILL feel like maybe God should have made your body better?
Bonus: Have you ever prayed for God to zap you skinny? ;) (Your secret is safe here.)

If you answered yes to any of the above, then Compared to Who? A Biblical Approach to Body Image Issues is the show for you!

Twice a week, we tackle tough topics like feeling out of control with food, body shame, disordered eating, weight loss, aging, dieting, body dysmorphia, body hatred, and more from a practical, grace-filled, biblical, and gospel-centered perspective.

I'm Heather Creekmore, author of several books (including a forthcoming body image workbook), speaker, and Christian body image coach. Our approach to body image issues is relatable, authentic, and truth-driven. We hope every episode is filled with grace and hope for your personal struggle. I spent decades battling the scale and the mirror. But, now I help women get free from body image issues so they can stop comparing and start living. Listen to laugh about all the common ways we struggle and find encouragement for our journey.

Find out more about Heather Creekmore and the ministry of Compared to Who? or to get Christian body image coaching, visit: https://www.comparedtowho.me

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

**The Go-to Podcast for Christian women who want to improve their body image and stop comparing themselves to others!**
<ul>
<li>Are you a Christian woman who is tired of the same old answers to your body image and comparison struggles? </li>
<li>Have you "tried everything," yet still feel like your body isn't enough or should be better? </li>
<li>Do you know that "God looks at the heart" or "You're fearfully and wonderfully made" yet STILL feel like maybe God should have made your body better?</li>
<li>Bonus: Have you ever prayed for God to zap you skinny? ;) (Your secret is safe here.)</li>
</ul>
If you answered yes to any of the above, then Compared to Who? A Biblical Approach to Body Image Issues is the show for you!
Twice a week, we tackle tough topics like feeling out of control with food, body shame, disordered eating, weight loss, aging, dieting, body dysmorphia, body hatred, and more from a practical, grace-filled, biblical, and gospel-centered perspective.
I'm Heather Creekmore, author of several books (including a forthcoming body image workbook), speaker, and Christian body image coach. Our approach to body image issues is relatable, authentic, and truth-driven. We hope every episode is filled with grace and hope for your personal struggle. I spent decades battling the scale and the mirror. But, now I help women get free from body image issues so they can stop comparing and start living. Listen to laugh about all the common ways we struggle and find encouragement for our journey.
Find out more about Heather Creekmore and the ministry of Compared to Who? or to get Christian body image coaching, visit: <a href="https://www.comparedtowho.me">https://www.comparedtowho.me</a> 
Want to join our podcast community on Facebook? Visit the group here: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/764271297116024">https://www.facebook.com/groups/764271297116024</a>

Compared to Who? Body Image for Christian Women

How to Stop People Pleasing, Subjugating, and Saying Yes When You Mean No

Our Early Programmed Fears

The Roots of Subjugation

Subjugation And Anger

Why do we find ourselves saying "yes" when we mean "no"? Is our people-pleasing tendency just a mild habit, or is it something more serious? In this eye-opening episode of Compared to Who? host Heather Creekmore dives deep into what Joyce Campbell--a licensed counselor and therapist--terms subjugation. Subjugation is a clinical condition where people inadvertently damage their lives by consistently putting others' wishes before their own.

Join Heather and Joyce as they navigate the complexities of subjugation, unearthing how deeply embedded negative thought patterns can start in childhood and carry into adulthood, affecting every aspect of our lives—including our mental and physical health.

Do you struggle with being the "good girl," living under the pressure to be perfect, or maintaining a facade to gain approval? This episode unpacks the layers of this condition, taking a look at how anger, resentment, and unmet expectations can wreak havoc on your spiritual, emotional, and even physical well-being.

Heather also prompts listeners to consider how self-denial—a biblically endorsed concept—differs from harmful subjugation and how to discern God's will for our lives in giving balanced responses to life’s demands.

Make sure to tune in and discover how transforming the pathways in our minds can lead to freedom and a life not defined by pleasing others but by God's purpose for us.

Related Episodes:


Do you have healthy boundaries?


What do I do if I feel bad about having ruined my body?

Don’t miss the continuation of this conversation where Heather and Joyce will focus on how to break free from the chains of subjugation and step into the full life God intends for you.

Connect with Compared to Who? here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com

Join the next 40-Day Journey here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge

Why do we find ourselves saying "yes" when we mean "no"? Is our people-pleasing tendency just a mild habit, or is it something more serious? In this eye-opening episode of Compared to Who? host Heather Creekmore dives deep into what Joyce Campbell--a licensed counselor and therapist--terms subjugation. Subjugation is a clinical condition where people inadvertently damage their lives by consistently putting others' wishes before their own.
Join Heather and Joyce as they navigate the complexities of subjugation, unearthing how deeply embedded negative thought patterns can start in childhood and carry into adulthood, affecting every aspect of our lives—including our mental and physical health.
Do you struggle with being the "good girl," living under the pressure to be perfect, or maintaining a facade to gain approval? This episode unpacks the layers of this condition, taking a look at how anger, resentment, and unmet expectations can wreak havoc on your spiritual, emotional, and even physical well-being.
Heather also prompts listeners to consider how self-denial—a biblically endorsed concept—differs from harmful subjugation and how to discern God's will for our lives in giving balanced responses to life’s demands.
Make sure to tune in and discover how transforming the pathways in our minds can lead to freedom and a life not defined by pleasing others but by God's purpose for us.
Related Episodes:
<ul>
<li>
<a href="https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/do-you-have-healthy-boundaries-feat-sarah-geringer">Do you have healthy boundaries?</a>
</li>
<li>
<a href="https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/i-ruined-my-body-how-do-i-believe-my-body-is-good">What do I do if I feel bad about having ruined my body?</a>
</li>
</ul>
Don’t miss the continuation of this conversation where Heather and Joyce will focus on how to break free from the chains of subjugation and step into the full life God intends for you.
Connect with Compared to Who? here: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>
Join the next 40-Day Journey here: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge</a>

What's the Root of People Pleasing? Why Do I Say Yes When I Mean No?

Heather continues her deep dive into the realm of spiritual warfare with guests Keith and Megan Peeler of Everfree. They explore the profound realities of spiritual oppression, particularly relating to body image and identity issues. Heather emphasizes this isn't about fear, but about empowering truth—through Jesus, that we have authority over these spiritual challenges.

Megan Peeler shares personal revelations and the dangers of disassociating from our bodies, a coping mechanism often encouraged by cultural conditioning. Keith Peeler highlights the importance of identity and how the enemy aims to undermine it by sowing lies that weaken our ability to fulfill God-given assignments.

The episode also tackles the essence of true identity and our spiritual authority as co-heirs with Christ. Megan reflects on discovering her authority in spiritual warfare, which transformed how she confronts negative thoughts. Heather and the Peelers underscore that intimacy with God isn't just theoretical; it's an experiential journey that reshapes our identity in Him.

Expect to dive into a discussion on the profound impact of identity attacks in spiritual warfare, how experiences shape our understanding of God, and ways to invite Jesus into our healing process.

For more information on how healing prayer works visit Megan and Keith Peeler's website at EverFreePrayer.org

Megan's new ministry Everfree Her is coming in January!

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

Interested in healing prayer for your body image issues? Reach out to Heather at: heather@comparedtowho.me

Heather continues her deep dive into the realm of spiritual warfare with guests Keith and Megan Peeler of <a href="https://www.everfree.us/">Everfree</a>. They explore the profound realities of spiritual oppression, particularly relating to body image and identity issues. Heather emphasizes this isn't about fear, but about empowering truth—through Jesus, that we have authority over these spiritual challenges.
Megan Peeler shares personal revelations and the dangers of disassociating from our bodies, a coping mechanism often encouraged by cultural conditioning. Keith Peeler highlights the importance of identity and how the enemy aims to undermine it by sowing lies that weaken our ability to fulfill God-given assignments.
The episode also tackles the essence of true identity and our spiritual authority as co-heirs with Christ. Megan reflects on discovering her authority in spiritual warfare, which transformed how she confronts negative thoughts. Heather and the Peelers underscore that intimacy with God isn't just theoretical; it's an experiential journey that reshapes our identity in Him.
Expect to dive into a discussion on the profound impact of identity attacks in spiritual warfare, how experiences shape our understanding of God, and ways to invite Jesus into our healing process.
For more information on how healing prayer works visit Megan and Keith Peeler's website at <a href="https://www.everfreeprayer.org">EverFreePrayer.org</a>
Megan's new ministry Everfree Her is coming in January!
Learn more about Compared to Who? by visiting: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>
Interested in healing prayer for your body image issues? Reach out to Heather at: <a href="mailto:heather@comparedtowho.me">heather@comparedtowho.me</a>

Healing Prayer for Identity and Body Image Issues Featuring Keith and Megan Peeler

Understanding Spiritual Wounds

Understanding Spiritual Warfare

How Can I Recognize I’m Affected?

Identifying the Enemy's Deception

Attacked Intimacy, Damaged Identity

Host Heather Creekmore is joined by special guests Keith and Megan Peeler for a compelling discussion on spiritual warfare and healing. Together, they dive into the often-overlooked aspects of spiritual life that affect our identity and beliefs.

Megan & Keith share about growing up in churches that focused on theology without much emphasis on the Holy Spirit. They share their own story of encountering the Holy Spirit in a new way and how becoming equipped for spiritual warfare became important to them and their ministry. They talk about how they help people understand the ways the enemy can oppress and affect the believer without possessing the believer. They also share how emotional trauma can evolve into spiritual wounds, affecting our core identity and beliefs. Keith and Megan, through their ministry called "Everfree" now do healing prayer with people to help them restore identity in Christ and heal these wounds. They share how this kind of prayer may feel unfamiliar, but doesn't have to look like the Exorcist movies from the 80s or be scary, loud, or dramatic in any way. 

In this part, Megan also shares how her recent journey with breast cancer affected her identity and brought on a new level of healing and deliverance for her. 

Whether you're looking to understand the spiritual roots of your struggles or seeking practical steps to walk closely with Jesus, today's episode is packed with wisdom and actionable insights. 

Learn more about Keith and Megan's ministry here: https://www.everfree.us/

Connect with Compared to Who? and find resources for body image healing and freedom here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com

Host Heather Creekmore is joined by special guests Keith and Megan Peeler for a compelling discussion on spiritual warfare and healing. Together, they dive into the often-overlooked aspects of spiritual life that affect our identity and beliefs.
Megan &amp; Keith share about growing up in churches that focused on theology without much emphasis on the Holy Spirit. They share their own story of encountering the Holy Spirit in a new way and how becoming equipped for spiritual warfare became important to them and their ministry. They talk about how they help people understand the ways the enemy can oppress and affect the believer without possessing the believer. They also share how emotional trauma can evolve into spiritual wounds, affecting our core identity and beliefs. Keith and Megan, through their ministry called "Everfree" now do healing prayer with people to help them restore identity in Christ and heal these wounds. They share how this kind of prayer may feel unfamiliar, but doesn't have to look like the Exorcist movies from the 80s or be scary, loud, or dramatic in any way. 
In this part, Megan also shares how her recent journey with breast cancer affected her identity and brought on a new level of healing and deliverance for her. 
Whether you're looking to understand the spiritual roots of your struggles or seeking practical steps to walk closely with Jesus, today's episode is packed with wisdom and actionable insights. 
Learn more about Keith and Megan's ministry here: <a href="https://www.everfree.us/">https://www.everfree.us/</a>
Connect with Compared to Who? and find resources for body image healing and freedom here: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>

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