"I want to be thinner." Have you said it? Have you thought it? It's a reality that many of us face because culture tells us that thinness is what we should desire and our culture values the way we look only if we are thin. Today, Heather unpacks what we can do, biblically, to explore that desire we have to be thinner or a longing we have for any sort of body change. Heather has three main points for today: It's Okay to Feel This way, Exploring What You Really Long For, and Aligning Our Desires with God's Desires.

Here are some of the questions Heather poses in today's episode for you to reflect on:

Do I really want a thin body – or is it that I want more control in a life that feels uncontrollable?

Do I want some sort of insurance policy that I’ll never have to face a sickness that makes me uncomfortable or dehabilitates me?

Do I want acceptance and trust and admiration from people? (Am I struggling with people pleasing?)

What is it I desire the most? If it’s not more of God, more of his kingdom, to be more like Jesus – then I have to step back and ask myself what I’m believing:

Am I believing that this life is the end game -that this is the Parade and not the warm up?

Am I believing that these things I’m focused on here are ultimate things -things that will last until heaven or things that give me crowns in heaven?

Am I believing that I will be more righteous or loved by God if I change the way my body looks?

Here are some other things mentioned in today's show:

Podcast episode on body grief and grieving ideal body size: https://www.comparedtowho.me/what-to-do-when-youre-depressed-about-body-size-grieving-your-ideal-body/

Podcast episode on "I Just Want to Feel Better About My Body": https://www.comparedtowho.me/i-just-want-to-feel-okay-about-my-body/

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Are you READY to take the 40-Day Body Image Journey?  Find out more about this new challenge here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge

Haven't bought the 40-Day Body Image Workbook yet? Grab your copy here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/books-for-christian-women-body-image

Looking for more one-on-one support? Learn more about coaching and the Body Image Freedom Framework here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/christian-body-image-course-coaching

Interested in being a part of the next LIVE podcast? Make sure you're on the Compared to Who? email list at: www.improvebodyimage.com

"I want to be thinner." Have you said it? Have you thought it? It's a reality that many of us face because culture tells us that thinness is what we should desire and our culture values the way we look only if we are thin. Today, Heather unpacks what we can do, biblically, to explore that desire we have to be thinner or a longing we have for any sort of body change. Heather has three main points for today: It's Okay to Feel This way, Exploring What You Really Long For, and Aligning Our Desires with God's Desires.
Here are some of the questions Heather poses in today's episode for you to reflect on:
Do I really want a thin body – or is it that I want more control in a life that feels uncontrollable?
Do I want some sort of insurance policy that I’ll never have to face a sickness that makes me uncomfortable or dehabilitates me?
Do I want acceptance and trust and admiration from people? (Am I struggling with people pleasing?)
What is it I desire the most? If it’s not more of God, more of his kingdom, to be more like Jesus – then I have to step back and ask myself what I’m believing:
Am I believing that this life is the end game -that this is the Parade and not the warm up?
Am I believing that these things I’m focused on here are ultimate things -things that will last until heaven or things that give me crowns in heaven?
Am I believing that I will be more righteous or loved by God if I change the way my body looks?
Here are some other things mentioned in today's show:
Podcast episode on body grief and grieving ideal body size: <a href="https://www.comparedtowho.me/what-to-do-when-youre-depressed-about-body-size-grieving-your-ideal-body/">https://www.comparedtowho.me/what-to-do-when-youre-depressed-about-body-size-grieving-your-ideal-body/</a>
Podcast episode on "I Just Want to Feel Better About My Body": <a href="https://www.comparedtowho.me/i-just-want-to-feel-okay-about-my-body/">https://www.comparedtowho.me/i-just-want-to-feel-okay-about-my-body/</a>
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Are you READY to take the 40-Day Body Image Journey?  Find out more about this new challenge here: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge</a>
Haven't bought the 40-Day Body Image Workbook yet? Grab your copy here: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/books-for-christian-women-body-image">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/books-for-christian-women-body-image</a>
Looking for more one-on-one support? Learn more about coaching and the Body Image Freedom Framework here: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/christian-body-image-course-coaching">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/christian-body-image-course-coaching</a> 
Interested in being a part of the next LIVE podcast? Make sure you're on the Compared to Who? email list at: <a href="http://www.improvebodyimage.com">www.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

**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.improvebodyimage.com

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: https://www.improvebodyimage.com
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>

What Do You Do When You Want to Be Thinner?

Do your body image issues get worse when you're around family? Today, host Heather Creekmore digs into what may be the reason behind why you feel worse about your body at Thanksgiving or Christmas. Heather explores the question: Did your mom have an impact on your body image? While many women know she did, others can't recognize it quite as clearly. But, on today's show, Heather dives deep into the intricate dynamics between mothers and daughters, exploring how maternal influence shapes our body image and how much of this shaping happened well before the teenage years. 

Today Heather uncovers some of the potential influences and connections between body image issues and the mother-daughter relationship. She also speaks to the reality that many of those who have a disordered relationship with food and body image issues will experience a flare-up of these issues when around mom--especially at the holidays!

Heather also addresses the intergenerational nature of body image issues, how they run in families and how your mom could simply be acting out of the way she was taught by her mom. Likewise Heather talks about how a healthy sense of self requires us to have agency over our bodies and our choices around food. And, though it becomes more difficult when we're around family, this "growing up" process is vital for our body image healing journeys.

The episode takes inspiration from Catherine Fabrizio's book, "The Good Daughter Syndrome."

Learn more about agency in this episode: https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/finding-body-image-freedom-through-understanding-a

Learn how to forgive mom in this episode: https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/forgiving-mom-or-others-for-their-roles-in-body-im

Need more help? Consider working with Heather or our team in coaching. Or, join us on the 40-Day Journey starting January 7th. Learn more at https://www.improvebodyimage.com

Do your body image issues get worse when you're around family? Today, host Heather Creekmore digs into what may be the reason behind why you feel worse about your body at Thanksgiving or Christmas. Heather explores the question: Did your mom have an impact on your body image? While many women know she did, others can't recognize it quite as clearly. But, on today's show, Heather dives deep into the intricate dynamics between mothers and daughters, exploring how maternal influence shapes our body image and how much of this shaping happened well before the teenage years. 
Today Heather uncovers some of the potential influences and connections between body image issues and the mother-daughter relationship. She also speaks to the reality that many of those who have a disordered relationship with food and body image issues will experience a flare-up of these issues when around mom--especially at the holidays!
Heather also addresses the intergenerational nature of body image issues, how they run in families and how your mom could simply be acting out of the way she was taught by her mom. Likewise Heather talks about how a healthy sense of self requires us to have agency over our bodies and our choices around food. And, though it becomes more difficult when we're around family, this "growing up" process is vital for our body image healing journeys.
The episode takes inspiration from <a href="In%20this%20enlightening%20episode%20of%20&quot;Compared%20to%20Who?&quot;,%20host%20Heather%20Creekmore%20dives%20deep%20into%20the%20intricate%20dynamics%20between%20mothers%20and%20daughters,%20exploring%20how%20maternal%20influence%20shapes%20our%20body%20image%20perceptions.%20As%20the%20holiday%20season%20approaches,%20Heather%20encourages%20us%20all%20to%20be%20mindful%20of%20family%20interactions,%20particularly%20noting%20how%20comments%20on%20body%20image%20can%20impact%20us.%20%20Discover%20practical%20strategies%20such%20as%20utilizing%20spiritual%20practices%20to%20shield%20yourself%20from%20negative%20remarks,%20while%20learning%20how%20to%20effectively%20navigate%20these%20conversations%20with%20grace%20and%20confidence.%20Heather%20emphasizes%20the%20importance%20of%20acknowledging%20emotional%20hurt%20and%20offers%20reflective%20insights%20to%20gain%20independence%20from%20the%20need%20for%20parental%20approval.%20%20Gain%20new%20perspectives%20on%20how%20to%20integrate%20your%20body%20image%20with%20your%20deeper%20sense%20of%20self—mentally,%20emotionally,%20and%20spiritually.%20Heather%20also%20previews%20future%20episodes%20that%20will%20discuss%20attachment%20theory's%20connection%20to%20body%20image%20issues,%20providing%20a%20comprehensive%20understanding%20of%20early%20influences%20on%20our%20self-esteem.%20%20Heather%20shares%20her%20personal%20journey%20of%20establishing%20boundaries%20with%20family%20for%20healthier%20self-identity,%20drawing%20from%20her%20own%20counseling%20experiences%20and%20biblical%20examples,%20such%20as%20Jesus%20leaving%20his%20hometown%20for%20growth%20and%20distance.%20%20The%20episode%20takes%20inspiration%20from%20Catherine%20Fabrizio's%20book,%20though%20not%20fully%20endorsed,%20discussing%20complex%20maternal%20behaviors%20that%20impact%20daughters'%20independence—offering%20insights%20into%20&quot;The%20Good%20Daughter%20Syndrome&quot;%20and%20its%20implications.%20%20Be%20inspired%20by%20the%20promise%20of%20healing%20through%20introspection%20and%20personal%20change,%20and%20join%20the%2040-day%20journey%20starting%20January%207th%20to%20improve%20your%20body%20image%20through%20biblical%20encouragement%20and%20recognizing%20God's%20love%20beyond%20physical%20appearance.%20%20Heather's%20personal%20anecdotes%20and%20spiritual%20guidance%20offer%20a%20path%20to%20address%20body%20image%20issues%20and%20embrace%20healing%20through%20understanding%20and%20self-reflection.%20%20Tune%20into%20future%20episodes%20to%20further%20explore%20these%20deep%20emotional%20topics%20and%20their%20connection%20to%20family%20dynamics.%20%20For%20more%20resources%20and%20support,%20explore%20our%20coaching%20offerings%20or%20consider%20Christian%20counseling%20to%20guide%20your%20journey.%20Engage%20in%20this%20conversation%20and%20find%20additional%20resources%20o">Catherine Fabrizio's book, "The Good Daughter Syndrome."</a>
Learn more about agency in this episode: <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/finding-body-image-freedom-through-understanding-a">https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/finding-body-image-freedom-through-understanding-a</a>
Learn how to forgive mom in this episode: <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/forgiving-mom-or-others-for-their-roles-in-body-im">https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/forgiving-mom-or-others-for-their-roles-in-body-im</a>
Need more help? Consider working with Heather or our team in coaching. Or, join us on the 40-Day Journey starting January 7th. Learn more at <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>

What Was Mom's Impact on Your Body Image Issues?

Ready for a quick, 7 Minutes of Scripture episode? Today, host Heather Creekmore delves into Ephesians 5  She begins by reading Ephesians 5:1-8 from the English Standard Version and focuses on the theme of imitation and influence. Heather emphasizes the idea from scripture that we are called to be imitators of God as beloved children and walking in love, as Christ did. She challenges listeners to reflect on whether they aspire to imitate Jesus or if they're more influenced by cultural figures or influencers, especially in the realm of body image. Heather encourages listeners to walk in love, focusing less on self-love and more on loving God and others, advocating for what Tim Keller calls "the freedom of self forgetfulness."

Are you ready to transform your body image? Join the 40-day Journey here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge

Learn more about Heather's latest book release on comparison here: https://amzn.to/3Uucwd4 (Amazon affiliate link)

Ready for a quick, 7 Minutes of Scripture episode? Today, host Heather Creekmore delves into Ephesians 5  She begins by reading Ephesians 5:1-8 from the English Standard Version and focuses on the theme of imitation and influence. Heather emphasizes the idea from scripture that we are called to be imitators of God as beloved children and walking in love, as Christ did. She challenges listeners to reflect on whether they aspire to imitate Jesus or if they're more influenced by cultural figures or influencers, especially in the realm of body image. Heather encourages listeners to walk in love, focusing less on self-love and more on loving God and others, advocating for what Tim Keller calls "the freedom of self forgetfulness."
Are you ready to transform your body image? Join the 40-day Journey here: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge</a>
Learn more about Heather's latest book release on comparison here: <a href="https://amzn.to/3Uucwd4">https://amzn.to/3Uucwd4</a> (Amazon affiliate link)

Who Are You Imitating? Ephesians 5 and Examining Who Really Influences Us

Is comparison dragging you down? Do you feel defeated or deflated because you're always thinking about the "you" that you want to be or how you could "be better if" or "be better when?" If so, comparison is what's really dragging you down. Today, host and author, Heather Creekmore will give you the Bible's best answers around comparison. Scripture actually addresses our battles with comparison at a deeper level than you could ever imagine. These solutions aren't cold and distant like "just stop it," rather they challenge you to think more deeply about these issues, why we compare ourselves to others, and what the truth of the Gospel really has to speak to comparison issues. If you've ever wanted to be free from comparison, this is a great place to start.

Check out Heather's latest release, The Comparison-Free Life (formerly titled The Burden of Better) (Amazon affiliate link, tiny portion of your purchase will go back to this ministry).

Learn more about Heather, the ministry of Compared to Who? and resources to help you improve body image and stop comparing: https://www.improvebodyimage.com

Is comparison dragging you down? Do you feel defeated or deflated because you're always thinking about the "you" that you want to be or how you could "be better if" or "be better when?" If so, comparison is what's really dragging you down. Today, host and author, Heather Creekmore will give you the Bible's best answers around comparison. Scripture actually addresses our battles with comparison at a deeper level than you could ever imagine. These solutions aren't cold and distant like "just stop it," rather they challenge you to think more deeply about these issues, why we compare ourselves to others, and what the truth of the Gospel really has to speak to comparison issues. If you've ever wanted to be free from comparison, this is a great place to start.
Check out Heather's latest release, <a href="https://amzn.to/3Uucwd4">The Comparison-Free Life</a> (formerly titled The Burden of Better) (Amazon affiliate link, tiny portion of your purchase will go back to this ministry).
Learn more about Heather, the ministry of Compared to Who? and resources to help you improve body image and stop comparing: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>

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