Recap Of Jonah’s Story

Conviction Of My Body Image Idol

The “Jesus Plus…” Gospel

Rest Is Elusive In Idolatry

Turning Away From God’s Love

Today Heather explains why Jonah 2:8, part of a prayer that Jonah prayed from the belly of the great fish that swallowed him, is her life verse for body image issues. Heather shares how the Holy Spirit convicted her of clinging to vain idols in her life and how she came to see through this verse that the more she clung to these idols, the further she became from feeling and recognizing God's love and mercies in her life. Here's the verse in the three translations Heather reads from today:

Jonah 2:8:

Those who pay regard to vain idols forsake their hope of steadfast love. (ESV)

Those who worship false gods turn their backs on all God’s mercies. (NLT)

“Those who cling to worthless idols turn away from God’s love for them. (NIV)

Do you need coaching? Do you want us to pray for you? Reach out at: heather@comparedtowho.me

Go check out our brand new Etsy show to get cute podcast merch: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/shop

New to the show? Learn more about Heather Creekmore, Heather's books, and the ministry of Compared to Who? at: www.improvebodyimage.com

Ready for real body image change? The 40-Day Journey begins again in January. Learn more here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge

Today Heather explains why Jonah 2:8, part of a prayer that Jonah prayed from the belly of the great fish that swallowed him, is her life verse for body image issues. Heather shares how the Holy Spirit convicted her of clinging to vain idols in her life and how she came to see through this verse that the more she clung to these idols, the further she became from feeling and recognizing God's love and mercies in her life. Here's the verse in the three translations Heather reads from today:
Jonah 2:8:
Those who pay regard to vain idols forsake their hope of steadfast love. (ESV)
Those who worship false gods turn their backs on all God’s mercies. (NLT)
“Those who cling to worthless idols turn away from God’s love for them. (NIV)
Do you need coaching? Do you want us to pray for you? Reach out at: heather@comparedtowho.me
Go check out our brand new Etsy show to get cute podcast merch: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/shop">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/shop</a>
New to the show? Learn more about Heather Creekmore, Heather's books, and the ministry of Compared to Who? at: <a href="http://www.improvebodyimage.com">www.improvebodyimage.com</a>
Ready for real body image change? The 40-Day Journey begins again in January. Learn more here: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge</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

Why Jonah 2:8 Is My Life Verse for Body Image Issues

Idolatry And Conditional Love

Good Things Turned Into Ultimate Things

Seeing God’s Love Clearly

Visualization Exercise: Jesus With Us

Chasing Safety From Rejection & Pain

Words And Demonstration Of Love

Host Heather Creekmore tackles the deep-seated issue of truly feeling and knowing that God loves us. She begins by questioning whether listeners feel God’s love beyond just an intellectual understanding of it. Heather suggests that if more people genuinely felt secure in God’s love, concerns about body image would diminish significantly.

Heather explores the disconnect between head knowledge and heart knowledge regarding God's love. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and internalizing God's steadfast love. Heather explains that chasing idols—whether they be body image, health, or other people—hinders the ability to feel God’s unconditional love.

Heather advocates for confessing and repenting from idol worship to clear the ‘dust and dirt’ that clouds one’s perception of God's love. She urges listeners to visualize Jesus with them, embodying a loving and compassionate presence, free from disappointment or anger.

She delves deeper into the concept of acceptance and approval from God versus humans. Heather underlines that individuals often seek validation by altering their bodies to gain others' approval, a futile effort since true safety and acceptance come only from God.

Heather reminds listeners that God’s love is both spoken and demonstrated through Jesus Christ’s sacrifice, highlighting the importance of embracing this truth above societal pressures regarding body image. 

Learn more about how Compared to Who? can help you find body image freedom and healing by visiting: https://www.improvebodyimage.com

Learn more about Heather's 40-Day Body Image Workbook here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-Day-Body-Image-Workbook-Christian

Host Heather Creekmore tackles the deep-seated issue of truly feeling and knowing that God loves us. She begins by questioning whether listeners feel God’s love beyond just an intellectual understanding of it. Heather suggests that if more people genuinely felt secure in God’s love, concerns about body image would diminish significantly.
Heather explores the disconnect between head knowledge and heart knowledge regarding God's love. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and internalizing God's steadfast love. Heather explains that chasing idols—whether they be body image, health, or other people—hinders the ability to feel God’s unconditional love.
Heather advocates for confessing and repenting from idol worship to clear the ‘dust and dirt’ that clouds one’s perception of God's love. She urges listeners to visualize Jesus with them, embodying a loving and compassionate presence, free from disappointment or anger.
She delves deeper into the concept of acceptance and approval from God versus humans. Heather underlines that individuals often seek validation by altering their bodies to gain others' approval, a futile effort since true safety and acceptance come only from God.
Heather reminds listeners that God’s love is both spoken and demonstrated through Jesus Christ’s sacrifice, highlighting the importance of embracing this truth above societal pressures regarding body image. 
Learn more about how Compared to Who? can help you find body image freedom and healing by visiting: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>
Learn more about Heather's 40-Day Body Image Workbook here: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-Day-Body-Image-Workbook-Christian">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-Day-Body-Image-Workbook-Christian</a>

How Do You Know and Feel That God Loves You?

How The Nervous System Works

Trauma and Hyper-arousal

Trauma and Hypo-arousal

Getting Back To Our Window of Tolerance

Body Image Nervous System Responses

A Strategy For Social Anxiety

Today Heather Creekmore continues the conversation with Dr. Tamara Rosier diving into the intricate relationship between the nervous system and body image issues. 

Here are three key takeaways you won't want to miss:


Holistic Approach to Body Image: Culture often misguides us into believing that weight loss alone can resolve body image issues. Dr. Tamara Rosier and Heather Creekmore discuss that true resolution involves both physical and spiritual components, highlighting the complexity of understanding what is going on in your brain and your nervous system in certain scenarios.


Understanding Nervous System Dynamics: Your nervous system plays a pivotal role in how you perceive and manage stressors related to body image. The episode emphasizes the importance of being aware of your nervous system to stay within your "window of tolerance"—a balanced state where you can effectively manage stress and interact socially without distress.


Effective Coping Strategies: Both Dr. Rosier and Heather share personal stories of hyperarousal and hypoarousal, offering practical advice like box breathing and EMDR therapy. These techniques can help regulate the nervous system, providing tools to cope with anxiety, stress, and social situations more effectively.

Dr. Tamara Rosier also introduces her new book, "You, Me, and Our ADHD Family," which offers valuable insights into family dynamics and emotional management, applicable to everyone, not just those with ADHD. (Amazon affiliate link)

Listen to Heather's interview with Dr. Rosier on ADHD and Body Image Issues: https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/could-your-body-image-issues-connect-to-adhd-featu

Connect with Dr. Tamara Rosier: https://www.tamararosier.com/ or at https://www.miadhd.com

Go check out our brand new Etsy show to get cute podcast merch: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/shop

New to the show? Learn more about Heather Creekmore, Heather's books, and the ministry of Compared to Who? at: www.improvebodyimage.com

Today Heather Creekmore continues the conversation with Dr. Tamara Rosier diving into the intricate relationship between the nervous system and body image issues. 
Here are three key takeaways you won't want to miss:
<ul>
<li>
Holistic Approach to Body Image: Culture often misguides us into believing that weight loss alone can resolve body image issues. Dr. Tamara Rosier and Heather Creekmore discuss that true resolution involves both physical and spiritual components, highlighting the complexity of understanding what is going on in your brain and your nervous system in certain scenarios.
</li>
<li>
Understanding Nervous System Dynamics: Your nervous system plays a pivotal role in how you perceive and manage stressors related to body image. The episode emphasizes the importance of being aware of your nervous system to stay within your "window of tolerance"—a balanced state where you can effectively manage stress and interact socially without distress.
</li>
<li>
Effective Coping Strategies: Both Dr. Rosier and Heather share personal stories of hyperarousal and hypoarousal, offering practical advice like box breathing and EMDR therapy. These techniques can help regulate the nervous system, providing tools to cope with anxiety, stress, and social situations more effectively.
</li>
</ul>
Dr. Tamara Rosier also introduces her new book,<a href="https://amzn.to/47kGaHb"> "You, Me, and Our ADHD Family,"</a> which offers valuable insights into family dynamics and emotional management, applicable to everyone, not just those with ADHD. (Amazon affiliate link)
Listen to Heather's interview with Dr. Rosier on ADHD and Body Image Issues: <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/could-your-body-image-issues-connect-to-adhd-featu">https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/could-your-body-image-issues-connect-to-adhd-featu</a>
Connect with Dr. Tamara Rosier: <a href="https://www.tamararosier.com/">https://www.tamararosier.com/</a> or at <a href="https://www.miadhd.com">https://www.miadhd.com</a>
Go check out our brand new Etsy show to get cute podcast merch: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/shop">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/shop</a>
New to the show? Learn more about Heather Creekmore, Heather's books, and the ministry of Compared to Who? at: <a href="http://www.improvebodyimage.com">www.improvebodyimage.com</a>

How Your Nervous System Affects Your Body Image Issues Featuring Dr. Tamara Rosier

Why You Might Be Attracted To A Narcissist

Narcissism Vs. Egocentrism

Narcissism In The Church

Detecting Narcissistic Behavior

Toxic, Noxious, or Peccadillo?

Host Heather Creekmore and Dr. Tamara Rosier offers invaluable insights into navigating relationships with narcissists and understanding the crucial role of boundaries. Here are three key takeaways:

🔹 Boundaries Are Essential: Boundaries are not about controlling others; they are about defining what actions you will take in response to those that affect you. Even Jesus set boundaries to take care of his needs, as reflected in the New Testament.

🔹 Understanding Narcissistic Behavior: Narcissists use others to feed their ego and keep them off balance. This is different from mere selfish behavior, which is more about convenience. Identifying and distinguishing these behaviors is vital to protect your well-being.

🔹 Levels of Problematic Behavior: Not all negative behavior is "toxic." Dr. Rosier introduces the concept of "peccadillos" (minor annoyances), "noxious behavior" (selfish actions), and truly "toxic behavior" (harmful and manipulative). Recognizing these levels helps in managing relationships more effectively.

Tune in to get more insights, personal anecdotes, and strategies for managing relationships and maintaining your mental health. 🎧

Listen to Heather's interview with Dr. Rosier on ADHD and Body Image Issues: https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/could-your-body-image-issues-connect-to-adhd-featu

Connect with Dr. Tamara Rosier: https://www.tamararosier.com/ or at https://www.miadhd.com

Check out Dr. Rosier's new book here: https://amzn.to/4ensduq

(Amazon affiliate link)

Learn more about coaching: https://www.improvebodyimage.com

Shop for cute podcast merch: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/shop

Mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Stephanie Sarkis research on narcissism.

Chuck DeGroat's book, "When Narcissism Comes to Church"   (Amazon affiliate link)

Host Heather Creekmore and Dr. Tamara Rosier offers invaluable insights into navigating relationships with narcissists and understanding the crucial role of boundaries. Here are three key takeaways:
🔹 Boundaries Are Essential: Boundaries are not about controlling others; they are about defining what actions you will take in response to those that affect you. Even Jesus set boundaries to take care of his needs, as reflected in the New Testament.
🔹 Understanding Narcissistic Behavior: Narcissists use others to feed their ego and keep them off balance. This is different from mere selfish behavior, which is more about convenience. Identifying and distinguishing these behaviors is vital to protect your well-being.
🔹 Levels of Problematic Behavior: Not all negative behavior is "toxic." Dr. Rosier introduces the concept of "peccadillos" (minor annoyances), "noxious behavior" (selfish actions), and truly "toxic behavior" (harmful and manipulative). Recognizing these levels helps in managing relationships more effectively.
Tune in to get more insights, personal anecdotes, and strategies for managing relationships and maintaining your mental health. 🎧
Listen to Heather's interview with Dr. Rosier on ADHD and Body Image Issues: <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/could-your-body-image-issues-connect-to-adhd-featu">https://omny.fm/shows/compared-to-who/could-your-body-image-issues-connect-to-adhd-featu</a>
Connect with Dr. Tamara Rosier: <a href="https://www.tamararosier.com/">https://www.tamararosier.com/</a> or at <a href="https://www.miadhd.com">https://www.miadhd.com</a>
Check out Dr. Rosier's new book here: <a href="https://amzn.to/4ensduq">https://amzn.to/4ensduq</a>
(Amazon affiliate link)
Learn more about coaching: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>
Shop for cute podcast merch: <a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/shop">https://www.improvebodyimage.com/shop</a>
Mentioned in this episode:
Dr. Stephanie Sarkis research on narcissism.
Chuck DeGroat's book, <a href="https://amzn.to/3ZgYKOl">"When Narcissism Comes to Church"  </a> (Amazon affiliate link)

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