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01/28/2026

Just a Girl and Her Candy Bar

This is a replica of me when I was about six years old. I actually have a picture almost identical to this but can’t find it.

I was skinny, with a dark pixie haircut, standing in our driveway in suburban Minnesota with chocolate all over my mouth and half a candy bar still in my hand.

I look happy. Carefree. Just a kid enjoying a sweet treat.

But looking back now, I can see something I didn’t understand then.

I had already developed a real (and unhealthy) love of sugar — I just hadn’t felt the ill effects yet. It was something I looked forward to, jumped through hoops for, and was sneaky to get.

If you’ve struggled with weight loss for years, could something like this be part of the reason — without you even realizing it?

As I grew up, I began to rely on it and felt like I needed it. The pull was so strong. I kept thinking it was just a sweet tooth… just a lack of willpower… that I just needed to try harder.

But it wasn’t “just” anything.

It became a cycle of overeating, guilt, starting over, and wondering what was wrong with me — especially as a Christian who loved God and wanted to live with self-control.

What I eventually learned is that this struggle with food is physical, mental, and spiritual — so it’s not just about discipline.

There is a deeper reason this is so hard — and a different way forward that brings real freedom, not just another restart.

That’s why I’m hosting a free, Christ-centered webinar this week for anyone who feels stuck in that same cycle with food.

If you’ve ever felt out of control, ashamed, or tired of starting over… you’re not alone. And there is hope.

Registration link is in the first comment.

01/27/2026

What if admitting powerlessness isn’t giving up — but the beginning of real freedom from overeating?

If you’ve tried harder, prayed more, and still felt stuck with food, you’re not alone — and you’re not broken.

In this episode of the Reshape and Recover podcast, Julie and Tony Kleinhans unpack Step One of the 12 Steps and why it’s foundational for recovery from overeating, binge eating, and Christ-centered weight loss.

Tony and I talk honestly about:
• Why willpower, diets, and moderation so often fail
• Why powerlessness is not shame or weakness
• How real healing begins when we stop fighting alone

Grounded in Scripture, personal experience, and 12-step recovery principles, this episode explores the physical, emotional, and spiritual roots of compulsive overeating — and the role of abstinence and community in lasting change.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, discouraged, or tired of starting over, this conversation offers hope and a clear next step forward.

🎧 Listen now for biblical encouragement, practical tools, and hope-filled truth for lasting recovery. Link in the comments.

01/26/2026

Perhaps your story is like mine once was. If you’ve been trying to do “all the right things” with food—watching portions, being disciplined, praying you could lose weight—and the scale still isn’t moving, this may resonate.

Overeating and weight struggles aren’t just about food or willpower. They’re physical, emotional, and spiritual—and when one piece is missing, people often feel stuck and discouraged.

I’m hosting a free, Christ-centered live webinar where we’ll talk honestly about:
• Why overeating is more than a food problem
• Why effort alone doesn’t lead to lasting freedom
• What actually helps people experience change over time

📅 Thursday, January 29 at 8:30 PM EST / 6:30 PM Arizona Time

You’re not broken. You’re not alone. And this doesn’t have to be your struggle forever.

Registration link in the comments.

01/25/2026

1 Thessalonians 5:17 (ESV) Pray without ceasing.

When we obey this directive, we keep our thoughts on Jesus and not ourselves and our wants. We feel better in mind, body and soul, and behave better too.

We are also better able to stay away from our binge foods and eat healthier. It’s okay – and even encouraged – to ask for the strength to eat healthy. It can be helpful to pray “Lord Jesus, please help me to only eat food that adds to my health and stay away from unhealthy foods and my binge foods.”

Dear Lord, please help me to pray continually for your will to be done and help me to carry that out. I love you, Lord, and want to honor You in all I do. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

01/24/2026

You may think Step 12 means you have to be fully recovered before you can help anyone else.

But that’s not how it works.

Step 12 says that after experiencing a spiritual awakening, we carry the message to others and practice these principles in all our affairs.

That doesn’t mean perfection.
It means progress.

It means:
• Sharing our stories honestly, not impressively
• Pointing people to what helped you, not to yourself
• Living the principles daily—especially when it’s inconvenient

In recovery from overeating, Step 12 reminds us of something powerful:
👉 Freedom grows when it’s shared.
👉 Healing deepens when we stop hiding.
👉 God often uses our weakest places to help someone else feel less alone.

You don’t need a platform.
You don’t need the right words.
You just need willingness—and God does the rest.

If you want a clear, Christ-centered explanation of all 12 Steps—especially how they apply to food and overeating—I walk through them step by step in my book, 12 Steps to Recovery from Overeating.

📘 Link to the book in the comments.

01/23/2026

Whether you’re soaking up the sunshine at the beach ☀️🌊 or bundling up in the frigid cold ❄️, I pray you have a truly blessed weekend.

I hope you find time to rest, relax, and genuinely enjoy the moment — even if it’s something simple like a quiet cup of coffee, a cozy blanket, a good conversation, or a much-needed nap.

And wherever you are, don’t forget to worship the Lord.
Not just in church — but in the everyday moments too.

Because God is just as present at the shoreline as He is in the snow.
He’s with you in the fun, the rest, the quiet… and the refreshing.

Have a beautiful weekend. 💛

01/21/2026

I read Psalm 116:6 the other day, and the word “unwary” really hit me.

“The LORD preserves the unwary;

I was brought low, and He saved me.” (Psalm 116:6)
So I looked up what unwary means.

Unwary means:
• not on guard
• unsuspecting
• vulnerable
• not cautious
• simple / inexperienced

In other words… someone who isn’t prepared for the battle.

And the verse says:
✅ God preserves that person.
✅ God protects that person.
✅ God saves that person.

This is such a comfort because so many of us carry quiet shame when we feel weak.

We think:
“I should know better.”
“I should be stronger by now.”
“I should have more self-control.”

But Psalm 116 reminds us that God doesn’t only help the strong.

He watches over the vulnerable.

And if you’ve ever felt “brought low” — emotionally, spiritually, or in your health journey — this verse is for you:

You’re not disqualified. You’re cared for.

💛 And if one of your hardest moments is saying no to extra food (especially when you feel caught off guard), I created a simple guide to help.

I’ll put the link to my free “How to Say No to Extra Food” guide in the comments.

01/20/2026

If you’ve ever had a slip—or a full-out binge—and thought:
“I’ve ruined everything. I’ll just start again tomorrow.”
This episode is for you.

In this lesson, we talk about why overeating is a three-part problem—physical, psychological, and spiritual—and how ignoring any one of these after a slip can keep you stuck in shame and discouragement.

You’ll learn practical, grace-filled steps to get back on track immediately (not tomorrow):

• How to stop the shame cycle and remember that a slip is an event—not your identity
• Why confession to God and a trusted person brings healing and prevents isolation
• How to review what happened without self-punishment and create a simple game plan
• What a healthy physical reset looks like—caring for your body instead of punishing it
• How to return to God spiritually, resting in His mercy, forgiveness, and renewal

Rooted in Scripture and real-life recovery experience, this episode is a reminder that:
✅ you are not disqualified
✅ perfection is not required
✅ every return to God strengthens your recovery

Recovery isn’t about never falling—it’s about rising again.
Keep coming back. It works if you work it.

🎧 Listen to the full episode — link in the comments.

01/19/2026

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed that you didn’t even know what to pray?

That’s where Daniel was in Daniel 10.

He was fasting, mourning, and physically weak… and then God sent him this message:

📖 “O man greatly loved, fear not, peace be with you; be strong and of good courage.” (Daniel 10:19)

What hits me every time is this:

✅ God didn’t tell Daniel, “Try harder.”
✅ God didn’t shame him for being weak.
✅ God strengthened him with His words.

And friend, this matters in recovery too.

Because when you’re struggling with cravings or emotional eating, you don’t need more guilt — you need God’s peace and strength.

Today, let this be your reminder:
You are greatly loved.
You don’t have to fear.
God can strengthen you right in the middle of the battle.

If you want support walking this out with structure, community, and a Christ-centered recovery plan, I’d love to help you.

➡️ Sign up for a personalized coaching session at reshapeandrecover.com

01/18/2026

Psalm 104:24,27(NIV) How many are your works, Lord! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures. All creatures look to you to give them their food at the proper time.

God has made so many wonderful creatures and He feeds them all. He loves us as the crown of His creation and will feed us as well so we need not worry. Worry can lead to overeating, but trust in God bring s peace that leads to freedom from overeating. Let’s remember His love when worries overcome us, and let peace enter our hearts and minds.

Dear Lord, thank You that we can trust that You will take care of us in all things. Help us to meditate on Your Word day and night that we might remember Your love and promises always. Help us to have that peace to help us find freedom from overeating. Amen.

01/17/2026

Most people think recovery is just about “trying harder.”

But if you’ve struggled with overeating long enough, you already know:
Willpower runs out.
Motivation fades.
Cravings get loud.

That’s why Step 11 matters so much.

Because Step 11 isn’t about food first — it’s about connection first.

When we build a daily habit of time with God (in His Word + prayer), we’re not just “being spiritual.”

We’re re-centering our entire day around truth.

And something powerful happens when we do that:
✅ We pause before reacting
✅ We recognize temptation earlier
✅ We stop running to food for comfort
✅ We invite God into our thoughts, words, and actions

📌 Step 11 reminds us: freedom grows where faith is practiced daily.

“Starting your day with prayer and praying throughout your day will encourage you, increase your positive self-talk, and also help you with your eating choices.”

— Julie Kleinhans, 12 Steps to Recovery from Overeating

If you’re tired of starting over…

if you want to stop feeling controlled by cravings…

and you want a recovery path that includes faith, structure, and daily spiritual growth…

📘 12 Steps to Recovery from Overeating will walk you through it step-by-step.

📌 Links to purchase (Amazon + PDF on my website) are in the comments.

You don’t have to do this alone. 💛

01/16/2026

If You Messed Up This Week, Read This Before You Quit

If you’re ending this week thinking…
“I blew it again.”
“I had a good streak, and then I messed up.”
“I’m back at square one.”

I used to get so discouraged after a slip and give up thinking I failed again.

Please hear this:
You are not a failure.
And you don’t have to quit.

Shame loves the moment you want to quit — when those thoughts start saying:
“You’ll never change.”
“You’re too weak.”
“God must be disappointed in you.”

But that’s not God’s voice.

📖 “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” (Romans 8:1)

Here’s what to do instead of quitting:
✅ Tell the truth (no excuses, no shame)
✅ Ask: “What was I really needing in that moment?”
✅ Take the next right step — not the perfect step

Recovery isn’t about perfection.
It’s about abstinence, community, reliance on God, and daily spiritual growth.

If today is hard: don’t restart your whole life.
Just take the next right step.

💛 You’re not alone.

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Peoria, AZ
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