Chapter Two: "To All the Nachos I've Loved Before"
Watch now (12 mins) | Welcome back to another soul-nourishing episode of the Dear Food Podcast, where we dive deep into our relationship with food, finding joy, and achieving food freedom. I'm your host, Julia Fikse, and today, we have a lot to celebrate and explore together. So grab a cup of your favorite tea and settle in for some uplifting insights!
Chapter 7: I Said I'm Fine. (Now Where Did I Hide The Chocolate?)
Julia begins by addressing a common struggle many of us face – the tendency to turn to food as a means of soothing worry and anxiety. As she humorously highlights through a daily calorie meme, the evening snack often becomes a refuge for worries that persist even after dinner. Julia candidly shares her own experiences and invites listeners to reflect on whether dieting, initially undertaken to alleviate stress about food, inadvertently contributes to an intensified worry cycle.
Chapter 8: Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Who's the Chunkiest One of All?
Welcome to another insightful episode of the Dear Food Podcast with your host, Julia Fikse. In today's episode, we explore Chapter Eight of Workbook Two, titled "Mirror Mirror on the Wall. Who's the Chunkiest One of All?" Julia dives into the powerful tool of "Godfidence" as a means to break free from the harmful cycle of comparison, perfectionism, and negative self-talk.
The Impact of Beauty Standards and Comparison:
Julia shares her personal journey growing up surrounded by images of what society deemed as "beautiful women" in the 1980s and 90s. The pressure to conform to these standards led to corrosive self-comparisons, affecting confidence and self-worth. From early comparisons with family members to societal beauty contests, Julia highlights how this cycle of compare and despair can infiltrate every aspect of our lives.
The Role of Satan and Overcoming Guilt and Shame:
Acknowledging Satan as the accuser and liar, Julia sheds light on how he uses perceived or real imperfections to instill guilt and shame. The detrimental impact of these feelings leads individuals to hide instead of embracing their authentic selves. Comforting oneself with destructive habits becomes a coping mechanism, hindering the pursuit of true fulfillment.
Choosing Inner Strength Over Perfection:
Drawing from Paul's perspective in 2 Corinthians 12:10, Julia encourages listeners to delight in weaknesses and imperfections as they put the spotlight on God's strength. Unlike the unattainable goal of perfection, inner strength is reusable, renewable, and shareable, making it a sustainable and empowering choice.
The Rewards of Pursuing Inner Strength:
Julia emphasizes the joy and benefits of growing inner strength daily, irrespective of external factors like body weight. The concept of "God-fidence" is introduced as the assurance of one's value in Christ, growing ever stronger. Believing in God's power being made perfect in weakness becomes the foundation for building true confidence.
Scripture-Based Wisdom for Inner Strength:
Julia shares impactful scriptures such as Proverbs 31:30, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, and Ephesians 3:14-19, urging listeners to revisit these verses for a deeper understanding. God's word is presented as a source of strength, hope, and joy, allowing individuals to embrace their true value and authentic beauty.
Closing Prayer and Action Steps:
The episode concludes with a heartfelt prayer, asking God to show His power in weaknesses and renew individuals inwardly day by day. Listeners are encouraged to celebrate their growth by reflecting on their journey and embracing the power of God to work all things together for good.
In summary, this episode provides valuable insights into the journey of embracing inner strength, cultivating Godfidence, and breaking free from the shackles of perfectionism. It's a call to celebrate one's uniqueness and pursue lasting health and joy through a deeper connection with God.
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Julia Fikse, FMCHC, NBC-HWC is a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach and Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, specializing in Emotional Eating as well as Mental Health and Weight Loss. Julia has personally experienced the frustration of weight gain, weight loss, weight related health issues and emotional eating challenges. Julia is not a therapist or a doctor and this should not in any way replace doctor’s advice.
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