Faith-Filled Food Freedom | Disordered Eating, Body Image, Weight Loss Obsession, Anxiety, Nutrition

What does food freedom look like for Christian women who are done dieting but still struggling with guilt, anxiety, and body image?So many Christian women spend years chasing “the perfect plan” or white-knuckling their way through food struggles, only to feel stuck in emotional eating, binge cycles, or relentless food guilt. Diet culture tells you the answer is stricter rules or more self-discipline—but in reality, that just keeps you trapped.In today’s episode, Brittany shares a Christ-centered approach to food freedom and body image, showing how faith can transform your relationship with eating. She dives into what peace with food truly looks like for the Christian woman navigating diet culture, emotional eating, and body image stress. If you’ve been longing for a biblical perspective on overcoming food struggles, this episode offers encouragement, practical insight, and a roadmap toward lasting freedom.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍽️ How to approach meals with peace instead of guilt🙏 Using faith and biblical truth to overcome emotional eating⚖️ Why breaking free from diet culture doesn’t mean perfection💬 The mindset shift that helps you stop obsessing over food rules🌸 What lasting food freedom and body image peace look like for Christian womenResources mentioned:> Apply for 1:1 coaching with Brittany at www.brittanybraswellrd.com/coaching> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eatingGot a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Ever catch yourself spiraling into guilt after every meal, wondering why food feels so heavy with shame?So many Christian women secretly wrestle with food shame — whether it’s the voice that tells them they ate “too much,” or the weight of believing they’ll never get it right. It’s exhausting and discouraging, especially when diet culture makes it sound like the only solution is more control or more willpower. But what if the path forward wasn’t about trying harder, but about rooting your recovery in something that actually lasts?In today’s episode, you’re getting a front-row seat to a live coaching call with a Joy-Filled Eater LIVE student. Brittany walks alongside her as she unpacks the burden of shame tied to eating, and helps her move toward freedom, peace, and trust in her body — all while pointing back to the truth of God’s design for food and freedom. This behind-the-scenes peek is not just for one student; it’s for every listener who longs to believe they can experience healing too.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍽️ The surprising trigger that often keeps women stuck in food shame🙏 Why praying harder doesn’t always quiet food guilt — and what does🤔 The mindset shift that flips the script on eating “too much”💬 What happens in real time when a Joy-Filled Eater LIVE student has a breakthrough moment✨ A Christ-centered reminder that you don’t have to stay stuck in shameResources mentioned:>>> JOIN ME NOW for The Food Freedom Blueprint Bootcamp—a 3-day live experience happening October 7th through 9th where you’ll get my exact blueprint for achieving lasting food freedom & better body image> Jump into our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Are you a Christian woman who loves Jesus but still feels stuck in food guilt, body shame, or the exhausting start-stop cycle of dieting? So many faith-driven women find themselves over-analyzing, striving for perfection, or following rule after rule, only to end up feeling even more defeated.In today’s episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom, Brittany pulls back the curtain on the seven types of women she specifically created the Food Freedom Blueprint Bootcamp for. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this really for me? Do I even need help?”—this conversation will give you the clarity (and permission) you’ve been craving.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🌀 The mental spiral of over-analyzing every food choice📖 Why perfectionism often gets confused with righteousness🚦 How self-imposed rules sneak in and keep you stuck in self doubt and negative body image⏳ The lie that “it’s not bad enough” to deserve help🔥 The hidden burnout achievers face when it comes to food and body imageResources mentioned:>>> SAVE YOUR SEAT for the Food Freedom Blueprint Bootcamp—a 3-day live experience happening October 7th through 9th where you’ll get my exact blueprint for achieving lasting food freedom & better body image> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Ever feel like your reflection is silently judging you for every wrinkle and pound?So many Christian women wrestle with the tension of aging gracefully while navigating the pressure to “stay young” and maintain a certain body image. Throw in diet culture and social media comparisons, and it’s no wonder so many of us feel like we’re failing, either spiritually, physically, or both.In today’s episode, Heather Creekmore joins Brittany to unpack the lies we believe about aging, weight, and appearance. They get real about the pressure to look a certain way as a Christian woman and explore how we can embrace our God-given bodies at every stage of life. This conversation isn’t about denying reality.  It’s about discovering freedom, joy, and confidence while letting go of shame and self-comparison.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…✨ The sneaky mindset traps that make you obsessed with wrinkles or weight💪 Why aging gracefully isn’t just about skincare or exercise😂 Hilarious and relatable stories about trying (and failing) to fight time🙏 How faith can transform your relationship with your body💡 Simple, surprising ways to embrace your God-given beauty todayResources mentioned:>>> Get Heather’s book, Aging Gratefully>>> Save your seat for The Food Freedom Blueprint Bootcamp, where you’ll get to steal the exact process I walk my students through to help them achieve lifelong freedom from negative body image and disordered eating.  It’s happening October 7th-9th @ 11:00am CST each day, so get registered and get this don’t miss event on your calendar right now!Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if emotional eating isn’t actually the problem—and fixing it isn’t about willpower at all?So many women wrestle with late-night cravings, guilt after meals, and the never-ending cycle of “I’ll start fresh tomorrow.” But here’s the truth: emotional eating is often just a symptom of something deeper. And the good news? When you address the real root, lasting food freedom and body peace are possible—without obsessing over calories or punishing yourself with the next diet.In today’s episode, Brittany sits down with her client Laurie, who shares her powerful story of breaking free from emotional eating. Laurie opens up about what it looked like to stop white-knuckling her way through diets, how her faith helped her let go of shame around food, and the surprising mindset shifts that led to lasting change. If you’ve ever wondered whether true food freedom is possible for you, this conversation is PROOF that it is.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍫 What’s really hiding underneath emotional eating💭 The one mindset shift that helped Laurie stop spiraling with food guilt🙏 How faith played a role in healing her relationship with food👗 The unexpected ways body image started to shift along the way✨ Laurie’s best encouragement for the woman who feels “too far gone”Resources mentioned:> Get on The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE waitlistYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if the very fact that you don’t feel ready for food freedom is the proof that you actually are?So many women delay healing their relationship with food and body image because they’re waiting to feel confident, motivated, or “enough.” But here’s the problem: waiting only keeps you stuck in the same exhausting cycles of dieting, shame, and frustration. In this episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom, Brittany shares why you’ll never feel perfectly ready for intuitive eating and recovery, and why that’s actually good news.You’ll learn the 5 biggest lies women believe about “not being ready” for food freedom and why those lies are actually signals it’s the perfect time to begin. With a mix of real-life stories (including a not-so-thriving garden experiment), biblical truth, and practical encouragement, this episode will help you see that starting messy is better than not starting at all.Topics discussed in this episode include:📉 The #1 mindset keeping women trapped in disordered eating cycles📅 Why “perfect timing” for intuitive eating doesn’t exist🧹 How waiting to “fix yourself first” blocks real healing🚨 The hidden cost of postponing recovery and food freedom🙏 A biblical reminder that God meets you in the messy middle, not after you’ve cleaned it upResources mentioned:👉 Apply to work with Brittany for 1:1 coaching: www.brittanybraswellrd.com/coaching 👉 Join the FREE Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group for Christ-centered food freedom encouragement and support     👉 Become a VIP Podcast Insider when you subscribe to The Full Plate Press for bonus resources only available to our listeners.👉 Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eatingGot a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Ever wonder why you can follow all the “rules” for a while… only to burn out, fall off the wagon, and blame yourself? You’re not broken, friend — you’ve just been handed a set of food rules that were never made for you in the first place.For so many Christian women, diet culture’s promise of “freedom” is really just another set of chains. And when those rules stop working (or start making you feel exhausted), it’s easy to assume you’re lazy, undisciplined, or “just not strong enough.” But the truth? The problem isn’t you — it’s the plan.In today’s episode, Brittany shares exactly why diets aren’t built to last, the hidden cost of clinging to food rules, and the surprising way burnout can actually be a good thing. She’ll take you inside the Christ-centered approach she teaches her clients so you can rebuild body trust, ditch the shame, and finally make peace with food the way God intended.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🥱 Why your “perfect” plan eventually leaves you tired and frustrated🤓 The prescription glasses analogy that will change how you see diets forever🛑 What “feeling safe” with food rules is really costing you📖 How the Pharisees’ extra rules reveal something about your own relationship with food🔄 The reframe that turns burnout into a blessingResources mentioned:> Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE before doors close on August 29th to get automatic access to all the new updates before the price goes up!Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Are you tired of using food rules, restriction, or perfectionism as a “quick fix” for a deeper need?So many Christian women get stuck in the loop of trying another diet, stricter rule, or harder workout to feel better—only to end up empty, exhausted, and frustrated. This episode helps untangle why those quick fixes never truly satisfy and points listeners to a better, lasting source of nourishment—both physically and spiritually. Brittany unpacks how God’s provision in Exodus (manna and water from the rock) speaks directly into the habits, fears, and control patterns that keep women stuck in disordered eating and poor body image.In today’s episode, we’re finishing a two-part mini-series inspired by Pastor Adam Robinson’s sermon series on Exodus. Brittany explains the Manna Principle (why God gives just what we need each day) and the water from a rock story, and she gets real about how inconsistent Bible reading has impacted her own trust and spiritual nourishment. Expect practical, Christ-centered encouragement for replacing quick-fix behaviors with daily spiritual habits and a simple action plan to start meeting the real needs hiding behind your behaviors.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍞 What “manna every day” really taught the Israelites—and what it can teach us about daily spiritual nourishment💧 A surprising truth about where people look for comfort when they’re thirsty (and why it fails)🍩 A light but real story about eating a half dozen donuts🛠️ An incredible tool that can help you actually replace unhelpful food/body control habits (and it’s FREE!)📝 Where to start figuring out the real needs behind your behaviors (no shame—just clarity)Resources mentioned:Download your FREE Needs Assessment to determine which of the 7 needs you may be trying to meet with your food- and body-related behaviorsListen to episode 12 of Faith-Filled Food Freedom on Go-To Moves, then steal my worksheet to create your own!Hear the original messages from Adam Robinson on The Manna Principle and Water from a RockYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE before doors close on August 29th and the price goes up!> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Is your child learning harmful body beliefs at school without you even realizing it?Back-to-school season comes with more than just new backpacks and sharpened pencils—it also means your child is heading back into a world filled with subtle (and not-so-subtle) messages about food and bodies. And some of those messages? They’re doing way more harm than good.In this relatable and eye-opening episode, Brittany Braswell, RD is tackling the topic so many moms worry about but don’t always know how to approach: helping your kids develop a healthy body image in a culture obsessed with “clean eating” and “good vs. bad” foods. She shares one cringe-worthy school worksheet that sparked a passionate convo, plus three practical (and actually doable!) ways to help your child grow up with a more positive view of their body—without needing a Pinterest-perfect pantry or a degree in nutrition.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍎 A kindergarten health lesson that’ll make every food freedom mom’s eye twitch🧠 The sneaky way our kids internalize diet culture—without us saying a word🗣️ One simple language shift that can change how your child sees their food (and themselves)🚗 What Brittany’s toddler shouted in traffic that revealed a bigger truth about body talk🥪 Why packing a peanut butter and jelly sandwich might be the most freeing thing you do all weekResources mentioned:The Joy-Filled Eater Live Group Coaching Program (open through August 29!)Episodes on Body Trust (see August 2024 series in the podcast archive)Email a screenshot of your 5-star rating & review on Apple Podcasts to enter the $50 Amazon gift card giveaway to hello@brittanybraswellrd.com, happening August 1st-15th.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave Brittany a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if self-control wasn’t about restriction—but about rest?So many Christian women believe that if they could just muster up enough willpower, they’d finally get it right with food. But what if that belief is rooted in a worldly definition of self-control that actually keeps you stuck in a cycle of shame, striving, and spiritual burnout?In this powerful episode, Brittany breaks down how diet culture has hijacked the concept of self-control and twisted it into something legalistic and rigid. Instead, she unpacks the biblical meaning of self-control and what Galatians 5 really teaches us about living in freedom, not fear. If you’ve ever asked God for more discipline when what you really needed was deeper connection, this one’s for you.You’ll discover a truth-filled perspective shift that could radically change the way you approach food, your body, and your relationship with Jesus. She walks listeners through the difference between restriction and stewardship, white-knuckling and abiding, and reminds us all that we were never meant to manufacture the fruit of the Spirit on our own.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍑 The one word in Galatians 5:22 you’ve probably read a hundred times—but never realized what it actually means for your food freedom journey🧠 How diet culture’s version of self-control secretly fuels disordered eating💬 What one client believed about willpower that you might be secretly believing too✝️ Why abiding in Christ—not behavior management—is the key to lasting transformation👟 A practical challenge to start breaking food rules without spiraling into fearResources mentioned:🎧 Episode 76 – What Ballroom Dancing and Vineyards Will Teach You About Body Trust📝 Join our FREE Facebook community of over 550 women, Food Freedom and Body Image Support for Christian Women → community.brittanybraswellrd.com 💻 Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE! at brittanybraswellrd.com/course📱 Get on the waitlist for The Stronger Collective appYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eatingGot a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Ever feel like one unexpected curveball—like a new doctor’s food rules or a surprise trigger—sends you spiraling straight off track with food or body image?In this episode, Brittany tackles the all-too-familiar frustration of hitting a setback just when you thought you were making progress. Whether it’s a triggering comment, a life change, or just a moment of “Ugh, here we go again,” she breaks down why these bumps in the road aren’t failures… but opportunities in disguise.You’ll learn a fresh way to look at your setbacks—like secret ingredients in your food freedom recipe, and hear a powerful story from a client who thought she had lost all her progress.  Plus get a sneak peek into how diet culture sneaks in through well-meaning advice. If you’ve ever felt like giving up or wondered if your progress “counts” after a step back, this episode will shift your mindset in all the best ways.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍳 A recipe analogy that will totally change the way you see setbacks🚪 What a home security system can teach you about your point of vulnerability📊 The secret to gathering data from your struggles (without judgment)🧠 Why action—even messy action—brings more clarity than overthinking ever will🎯 The “barrier breakdown” strategy Brittany uses with her private clients to preemptively prepare for setbacksResources mentioned:> Apply for 1:1 coaching with Brittany at www.brittanybraswellrd.com/coaching > Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE!Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Ever feel like your hunger is the enemy—and if you actually listened to it, you'd spiral into total chaos? 😬 You're so not alone. This episode calls out the sneaky lies the enemy uses to keep Christian women stuck in shame around their hunger—and shows you how to replace them with the truth of God's Word.If you've been stuck in cycles of bingeing, restricting, or just straight-up second-guessing every food decision, this episode is for you. You’ll learn how to stop believing that your body is broken and start understanding that God created hunger with a purpose (yep—even yours). Whether you've struggled with dieting for years or you just don’t know how to “eat normally” anymore, Brittany shares biblical truth and relatable encouragement that will help you trust your body again.In today’s episode, Brittany will unpack three major lies the enemy wants you to believe about hunger and walk you through what God actually says instead. If you’ve ever wondered if you’re too far gone, if you’re the only one who can’t get this right, or if giving into hunger means giving up control, this episode will be a breath of fresh air for your food freedom journey.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🥴 A grocery delivery story that perfectly illustrates why your internal hunger GPS might feel broken📖 The biblical truth that proves you're never too far gone for healing🙋‍♀️ A romantic comedy movie reference that'll hit way too close to home if you think you're the “exception”🍦What BlueBell ice cream might reveal about your mindset when it comes to bingeing or overeating🙏 How Proverbs 3 can guide your next step—even when you're still struggling to trust your bodyResources mentioned:> Apply for 1:1 coaching with Brittany at www.brittanybraswellrd.com/coaching > Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE!> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd.*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Stressing over how to navigate that 4th of July BBQ plate without spiraling into guilt or restriction? You’re definitely not alone.Holiday food events can feel like a minefield of diet talk, guilt, and endless calculations. If you’ve ever wished you could just eat normally — no overthinking, no shame, no “earning” your burger or dessert — this episode is for you. Brittany breaks down what normal eating really looks like (it’s probably not what you think!) and shares mindset shifts to help you eat with confidence, especially during those food-filled holidays and celebrations.In today’s episode, you’ll get a peek behind the scenes of what it means to eat flexibly, why labeling foods “bad” just fuels their power over you, and how to handle diet talk like a pro without losing your peace. Brittany also shares practical strategies to check in with your body and let satisfaction lead your eating — because food freedom is way better than food rules.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include… 🍔 What “normal eating” really means 🎆 How to handle diet talk fireworks without losing your calm 🍪 How redefining “fun foods” might just be the secret to losing their power over you 👀 How to tune into your body’s signals before, during, and after eating 🎉 The surprising role of satisfaction in eating — and why ignoring it might be holding you back from true food freedomResources mentioned:> Episode 49. How to Battle Guilt Before, During, and After Meals> Start your own food freedom journey by getting started with The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE!> Steal my food freedom blueprint when you subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Ever feel like you need a vacation from your vacation because of how stressful eating away from home feels?If you've ever found yourself secretly Googling "how many calories are in a resort buffet plate" while poolside or mentally logging every bite of your beachside tacos, this episode is your breath of fresh, freedom-filled air. For the woman who loves Jesus but struggles to trust her body on vacation (or anywhere outside her regular routine), this episode will flip the script on what healthy really looks like while you're traveling.In today’s episode, Brittany peels back the pressure to track, restrict, or “make up for” vacation eating. She shares what it really means to enjoy your food (yes, even that gelato), stay connected to your body, and leave the guilt at the gate. Think: less food fear, more food freedom, and a lot more joy on your next trip. You’ll walk away with practical, Christ-centered insight to help you say yes to spontaneity—and no to food rules that don't serve you.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍦 The surprising mindset shift that can change the way you eat on vacation 📸 The reason why tracking your food might be ruining your memories 🌴 A faith-based take on why food freedom isn’t selfish—even on a girls’ trip 🧳 The #1 reason your body isn’t the enemy on vacation (and never was) 💬 What to say to yourself when guilt tries to tag along in your suitcaseResources mentioned:> Start your own food freedom journey by getting started with The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE!> Steal my food freedom blueprint when you subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating.> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Can you truly pursue food freedom if you're secretly (or not-so-secretly) still hoping the number on the scale will go down? 🤔For so many Christian women, the desire for food freedom collides hard with the lingering hope for weight loss. Maybe you’ve ditched the diets (or at least say you have), but deep down, there’s still that little voice whispering, “But what if I could still lose just a few pounds?” It can feel confusing, even discouraging, when you’re trying to trust your body and honor God—but weight loss hopes keep tagging along for the ride.In today’s episode, Brittany dives head-first into this tension between chasing food freedom and wishing for weight loss. She unpacks why this struggle is so common, where it shows up most, and what to do when your heart is pulled in two different directions. Whether you’re on Day 1 of your food freedom journey or years into it, this episode will help you sort through your motivations, re-center your goals, and find peace in your pursuit of health without obsession.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🍩 Why your lingering weight loss desire isn’t something to shame 🧠 The sneaky thought patterns that sabotage your food freedom goals 📖 What the Bible actually says (and doesn’t say) about your body changing 😬 How to handle conversations around body changes—especially from well-meaning people 🙏 A powerful prayer strategy to shift your focus from body control to body trustResources mentioned:> Start your own food freedom journey by getting started with The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE!> Steal my food freedom blueprint when you subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Did your dad’s words (or total silence) about your body leave a lasting impact? It’s time to unpack it.So many women carry invisible baggage when it comes to body image — and surprise, surprise — it often traces all the way back to dad. Whether your father constantly commented on your weight, praised thinness, or never said anything at all, those early messages stick… and they might be the sneaky root behind your current body struggles.In this episode, Brittany is pulling back the curtain on how your relationship with your dad may have shaped your view of your body — and what to do if you’re still holding onto shame, perfectionism, or a belief that you’re not good enough unless you look a certain way. This isn’t about blaming your dad. It’s about naming the wound so you can finally heal it — with honesty, with grace, and with Jesus leading the way.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include… 👀 The subtle (but powerful) belief you might’ve picked up from your dad without realizing it Why even well-meaning fathers can contribute to body image issues 😬 The difference between a father wound and “daddy issues” — and why it matters 🧠 How your brain internalized early comments (or silence) about your body 🙌 Practical truth to start healing, even if your relationship with your dad is complicatedYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE!> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

If you’ve ever found yourself panicking about swimsuit season and typing “how to lose belly fat fast” into Google… this episode is your gentle but honest wake-up call. 👙Summer should be a season of freedom—not frustration. But for so many women, warmer weather brings a wardrobe crisis and the lie that you need to “fix” your body before stepping outside in anything sleeveless. If you’ve ever skipped the beach or dreaded a BBQ because of body image struggles, this one’s for you.In today’s episode, Brittany is sharing 3 practical (and totally diet-free) summer style hacks to help you show up confidently in your current body. You’ll learn how to make simple swaps in your wardrobe that support your physical and mental comfort, so you can stop hiding and start enjoying the season the way God intended: in freedom.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…☀️ The unexpected way your clothes might be fueling your body insecurity🧺 A minimalist summer wardrobe strategy that’ll save you time and stress💄 How a tiny style tweak (like earrings!) can shift your whole mood📖 The biblical truth that trumps diet culture’s seasonal lies🎯 Why chasing a smaller body won’t solve your summer confidence strugglesResources mentioned:🎧 The Joy-Filled Eater Private Podcast – Grab this free 6-part audio series to ditch food guilt and body shame: brittanybraswellrd.com/secret 🌟 The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE – Get Christ-centered coaching and community support inside Brittany’s group program: Learn more hereLet this be the summer you show up, not shrink back. You don’t need a new body—you need a new lens.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

What if prioritizing your healing wasn’t selfish... but one of the most selfless things you could do?If you’re a woman who feels constantly tugged at from all directions—by your kids, your spouse, your work, your endless to-do list—and you’ve been putting your food freedom journey on the backburner because everyone else seems to need you more, this episode is the gentle wake-up call you didn’t know you needed.Let’s be real: trying to “do it all” while still feeling guilt for needing space is exhausting. But your recovery doesn’t have to get lost in the chaos of life. In this episode, Brittany busts the lie that taking care of your health, rest, and spiritual growth is indulgent—and instead shows you how it can actually bless those around you.In today’s episode, Brittany shares a candid story about wrestling with guilt while taking a break from her family—and the freedom she found on the other side. She dives into the truth about what self-care really means (hint: it’s not what culture says), and she unpacks how Christian women can walk out recovery with intentionality, even in the midst of a full life. If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on fumes and still coming in last place on your own priority list, this one’s for you.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🛫 A faith-filled reframe of the “oxygen mask” metaphor that’ll hit way deeper than travel advice😬 The one lie about self-care most Christian women believe—and why it’s keeping you stuck💡 Why putting yourself on your to-do list isn’t optional (even if it feels impossible)💖 A biblical story that proves prioritizing your needs isn’t just OK—it’s praiseworthy👣 How to create a legacy of self-compassion and food peace for your family—starting nowResources mentioned:> Grab your own set of my FAVORITE reusable snack containers to make snacktime quicker & easier for you (and your kids!) this summer.> Download these FREE Summer Schedule Printables from Raising Kids WIth PurposeYour Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE!> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.Got a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Summer is here, and with it comes busy schedules, kids at home, and the temptation to put your food freedom journey on hold. But what if this summer could actually be a season of growth and freedom — not a setback?In this episode of Faith-Filled Food Freedom, Brittany unpacks how you can stay on track with food freedom, even when life gets busy. If you’ve ever felt like summer means losing progress, skipping meals, or feeling stuck in a cycle of guilt, this episode is for you.You’ll learn practical strategies for maintaining healthy habits without feeling rigid or overwhelmed, so you can keep moving forward, even if it’s just one baby step at a time.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🚦 Why "Don’t pause, just pivot" is the key to staying consistent with food freedom 🛟 How to choose 1-2 anchor habits that keep you grounded, even with a chaotic schedule ☀️ The power of building in joy-filled flexibility (without guilt!) 🌿 Why food freedom isn’t about perfection — it’s about making space for grace🏖️ How to stay present and enjoy summer moments without obsessing over foodResources mentioned:💻 Enroll in The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE!🎤 Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here with your suggestions for what you want to hear on the show.Your Next Steps to Food Freedom & Better Body Image:> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.

Feeling like you need to “feel ready” before you can actually start your food freedom journey? That mindset might be what’s keeping you stuck.This episode tackles one of the biggest lies Christian women believe when it comes to healing their relationship with food and body image—that motivation is the key to finally making progress. But waiting to feel motivated often means waiting forever. If your progress keeps stalling out every time life gets busy (which is... always), this conversation will be the nudge you didn’t know you needed.In today’s episode, Brittany Braswell, MS, RDN, peels back the curtain on what it really takes to move forward in food freedom and body image healing—without depending on perfect conditions or a rush of motivation to get going. With relatable mom-life confessions and real-talk analogies, she breaks down why motivation is overrated and what you actually need instead. This is one of those pep talks you’ll want to bookmark and replay whenever you feel stuck.A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…🪥 Why brushing your teeth might be the food freedom inspiration you didn’t know you needed🌊 How to build a boat (not ride the wave) when motivation crashes🛠️ The 3-part plan you actually need to stay consistent—no matter how chaotic life feel🧍‍♀️ What external accountability has to do with staying emotionally regulated🧭 The road trip metaphor that will change the way you plan for your recovery journeyResources mentioned:> Stop relying on motivation and start making ACTUAL progress to improve your body image and break free from a stressful, anxiety-ridden relationship with food by joining me inside The Joy-Filled Eater LIVE.> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.> Hear Vicki’s personal story of food freedom here in episode 136.> Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.> Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eatingGot a question about food freedom, body image, faith, or nutrition? Leave me a SpeakPipe voice note here for a chance to have your question answered on an episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast!If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can leave your podcast review here instead 😉.Connect with Brittany on Instagram*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.