Today, Heather vulnerably shares the grief she's experiencing over facing her son's graduation this month and how similar this kind of grief is to the grieving that we experience on our body image freedom journeys. Heather talks about how many women face the "Can I get a do over?" feelings at the end of eighteen years of parenting or when they reach mid-life or later. Looking at the five stages of grief, Heather explains how important it is to "feel to heal" and how grieving can help us process emotions in a healthy way so that we can truly find freedom.

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

The 40-Day Body Image Workbook

The 40-Day Journey

Christian Body Image Coaching Groups

Comparison-Free Life Book

Aging Gratefully

Connect with us at: https://www.improvebodyimage.com 

Drop Heather a message at: heather @comparedtowho.me

 

Today, Heather vulnerably shares the grief she's experiencing over facing her son's graduation this month and how similar this kind of grief is to the grieving that we experience on our body image freedom journeys. Heather talks about how many women face the "Can I get a do over?" feelings at the end of eighteen years of parenting or when they reach mid-life or later. Looking at the five stages of grief, Heather explains how important it is to "feel to heal" and how grieving can help us process emotions in a healthy way so that we can truly find freedom.
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
<a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-Day-Body-Image-Workbook-Christian">The 40-Day Body Image Workbook</a>
<a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge">The 40-Day Journey</a>
<a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/christian-body-image-course-coaching">Christian Body Image Coaching Groups</a>
<a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/books-for-christian-women-body-image">Comparison-Free Life Book</a>
<a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/aging-gratefully">Aging Gratefully</a>
Connect with us at: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>&nbsp;
Drop Heather a message at: heather @comparedtowho.me
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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>
Want to join our podcast community on Facebook? Visit us here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/764271297116024" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.facebook.com/groups/764271297116024&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1758629449501000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08LV1DuGuu8Nv6oa8m3RKp">https://www.facebook.com/groups/764271297116024</a>

Compared to Who? Body Image for Christian Women

When Kids Graduate and Bodies Change: Processing Grief and Finding Freedom

Today, Heather Creekmore guides listeners through a transformative conversation about our mindset toward food, rooted in biblical truth. If you’ve ever felt trapped by diet culture’s rules or found yourself struggling with your relationship with food and body image, this episode is for you.

Heather addresses the core fears and misconceptions many women face—seeing food as an enemy rather than a good gift from God. She shares personal stories about disordered eating and reveals scriptural truths that encourage us to receive food with gratitude rather than guilt or suspicion. Discover why enjoying food isn’t indulgent, but a step towards true health, and how shame—not satisfaction—is the real enemy of caring for your body.

Listen as Heather Creekmore explains practical steps for healing your relationship with food, escaping the binge-restrict cycle, and developing sustainable, positive habits that honor both God and your health. Plus, learn how joining the Waiting for Weight Loss community can offer you ongoing support from coaches and like-minded women.

Tune in for encouragement, prayer, and actionable tips to help you stop comparing, start living, and see food the way God intends—for nourishment, joy, and provision.

Join the community at: WaitingforWeightloss.com

Today, Heather Creekmore guides listeners through a transformative conversation about our mindset toward food, rooted in biblical truth. If you&rsquo;ve ever felt trapped by diet culture&rsquo;s rules or found yourself struggling with your relationship with food and body image, this episode is for you.
Heather addresses the core fears and misconceptions many women face&mdash;seeing food as an enemy rather than a good gift from God. She shares personal stories about disordered eating and reveals scriptural truths that encourage us to receive food with gratitude rather than guilt or suspicion. Discover why enjoying food isn&rsquo;t indulgent, but a step towards true health, and how shame&mdash;not satisfaction&mdash;is the real enemy of caring for your body.
Listen as Heather Creekmore explains practical steps for healing your relationship with food, escaping the binge-restrict cycle, and developing sustainable, positive habits that honor both God and your health. Plus, learn how joining the Waiting for Weight Loss community can offer you ongoing support from coaches and like-minded women.
Tune in for encouragement, prayer, and actionable tips to help you stop comparing, start living, and see food the way God intends&mdash;for nourishment, joy, and provision.
<a href="https://www.waitingforweightloss.com">Join the community at: WaitingforWeightloss.com</a>

View Food as a Good Gift: Building a Healthy Theology of Eating and Body Image, Ep. 11 Waiting for Weight Loss Series

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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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When Kids Graduate and Bodies Change: Processing Grief and Finding Freedom

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