Reshape and Recover

09/02/2025

The Addiction Cycle and the Path to Freedom

Ever wonder why you can’t stop at “just one”?

Sugar, processed foods, and carbs can hijack your brain just like drugs or alcohol—keeping you trapped in a cycle of craving, guilt, and relapse.

The good news? You can break free. 🎧

👉 Listen now on the Reshape and Recover Podcast: The Addiction Cycle and the Path to Freedom

If you’ve ever said, “I can handle it… it’s just one,” only to find yourself back in the same pattern a day later, you’re not alone.

Food addiction—especially to sugar and processed carbs—lights up the same pleasure centers in the brain as drugs like co***ne and he**in. The dopamine rush is short-lived but powerful, keeping you coming back for more.

Here’s the truth:
✅ It’s not just a lack of willpower—it’s a biological and spiritual battle.
✅ Denial keeps us stuck. Admitting the addiction is real is the first step toward healing.
✅ God provides a way out. “He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear… He will also provide a way out.” (1 Corinthians 10:13)

🎙️ In this episode, we’ll cover:
♦The 6-stage addiction cycle and how it keeps people trapped
♦My STOP acronym for interrupting cravings with God’s help
♦Why the 12 steps uncover the root causes of overeating

The importance of community and accountability for long-term success

When we replace junk food with nutritious food, isolation with connection, and guilt with grace, we begin to live in the freedom God intended.

👉 Listen now: Reshape and Recover Podcast — The Addiction Cycle and the Path to Freedom

09/01/2025

Your Body is God’s Temple

We live in a culture that tells us our worth is tied to how we look. But the truth is, God looks at the heart, not the body. Our bodies are a temple of the Holy Spirit. Our bodies belong to the Lord.

We were redeemed at a high cost—Jesus gave His life for us. That means we can stop chasing perfection and start honoring God with the body He has given us today.

“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.” (1 Corinthians 6:19–20)

Instead of saying, “I have to lose weight,” try saying, “I want to honor God through my choices today.”

👉 Want to honor God with your health? Start with my free guide How to Say No to Extra Food at https://www.reshapeandrecover.com/noextrafood.

08/31/2025

Ephesians 6:23–24 "Peace be to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace be with all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with love incorruptible." (ESV)

Paul closes his letter to the Ephesians with a blessing of love and faith that comes from God through our Lord Jesus Christ. This love and promise cannot be broken. It gives us hope and peace to carry us through the difficult times we face here on Earth.

In response to this truth, we want to follow God and do His will always. Praise God for this wonderful blessing!

Prayer:
Dear Lord, thank You that Your love is incorruptible and never failing, and that You sent Your only Son to die for us. Help me to always remember Your love and sacrifice and return my love to You through my obedience. Amen.

08/30/2025

✨ Letting Go and Letting God

I remember standing in front of the pantry late at night, telling myself, “just one cookie.” But it was never just one. No matter how much I promised myself, I couldn’t control it.

That cycle finally broke when I realized recovery isn’t about more control — it’s about surrender.

“It has been said that the first three steps simply put are: ‘I can’t; God can; I think I’ll let God!’”
— Julie Kleinhans, 12 Steps to Recovery from Overeating

Turning our will and our lives over to God brings freedom from the exhausting cycle of trying harder and failing harder. When we admit “I can’t” and believe “God can” — we find the courage to finally say “I’ll let God.” That’s where healing begins.

💛 What’s one area of your life you’ve been holding onto instead of handing over to God?

📖 If you’re ready to take that step in your own journey, I share practical guidance and Christ-centered encouragement in my book, 12 Steps to Recovery from Overeating.

👉 Pick up your copy today and take the next step toward freedom: https://a.co/d/b59l7hh

08/28/2025

Overcoming Food Addiction Through Faith and Recovery

👉 Do you ever feel stuck in the cycle of overeating, shame, and dieting — no matter how hard you try? You’re not alone.

I recently joined Robin on the Vision Driven Health podcast to talk about how faith and recovery bring true freedom with food.

Here’s what we covered:
• Why willpower alone doesn’t work with food addiction.
• How shame keeps us trapped — and how God sets us free.
• The role of faith and community in building lasting change.
• Simple first steps if you’re ready to begin your recovery journey.

🎧 Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vision-driven-health-weight-loss-for-christian-women/id1686501147?i=1000722681605&r=177

If you’ve been praying for change, I hope this conversation encourages you to know that freedom is possible. 💛

08/26/2025

🌿 Step 8: Healing for Our Broken Lives 🌿

What if the very relationships that once fueled your emotional eating could become the doorway to freedom and peace?

In this week’s episode, we dive into Step Eight of the Christ-centered 12-step journey:
“Made a list of all persons we had harmed and became willing to make amends to them all.”

This isn’t just about names on a page. It’s about:
✨ Healing from guilt and shame
✨ Breaking free from destructive patterns
✨ Discovering God’s grace through forgiveness
✨ Learning how to make living amends when direct contact isn’t possible

With Scripture, prayer, and real-life insight, you’ll discover how God uses this step to restore relationships, strengthen your recovery, and set your heart free. 💜

📖 Scriptures we walk through: Psalm 139:23–24, Philippians 2:13, Romans 12:18, Proverbs 3:5–6, 1 John 1:9, Colossians 3:13

🎧 Listen now and take the next step toward freedom in Christ!
👉 https://www.reshapeandrecover.com/podcast

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08/25/2025

🌿 Final Week: Lock In $9/month Membership (ends Sept 1)

“Praise God for Julie, Tony and this group!” – that’s what one member recently shared, and it captures the heart of why we do this.

We’ve opened a new Starter Membership at Reshape and Recover to make weekly support, structure, and faith-based encouragement more affordable — without the full cost of coaching.

💚 Only $9/month when you sign up before September 1, 2025
🔒 Use code $3OFF to secure this special rate for as long as your membership stays active (price goes to $12/month after Sept 1).

Here’s what you’ll receive:
✅ One weekly meeting (Thursday night or Saturday morning)
✅ A supportive, Christ-centered online & Facebook community
✅ Full access to The Pantry — our resource library of meal tools, devotionals, and more

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to join, this is it. Don’t miss your chance to lock in the lower rate.

📌 Join here: www.reshapeandrecover.com/memberships

08/24/2025

"So may all your enemies perish, Lord! But may all who love you be like the sun when it rises in its strength." Judges 5:31

When Deborah and Barak sang this, they were celebrating God’s victory over Israel’s enemies. Their song ends with a powerful contrast: those who oppose God will fall, but those who love Him will shine like the rising sun — strong, steady, and full of life.

For us, this verse is a reminder that our struggles and setbacks don’t define us. When we love and follow the Lord, He gives us His strength. Just like the sun cuts through the darkness each morning, God’s light in us shines through weakness, shame, and even addiction.

✨ You are not a failure — you are a child of God. Keep loving Him, keep walking with Him, and He will make you shine with His strength.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You that in You there is no failure, only grace. Help me to keep loving You with all my heart, and may Your light shine through me like the sun in its strength. Amen.

08/23/2025

🌟 Step Two Encouragement 🌟

"Lay your shame and guilt at the feet of Jesus, who came to live a perfect life and die an innocent death to be a ransom for all our sins, including the struggle with overeating." — Julie Kleinhans, 12 Steps to Recovery from Overeating (Step Two)

When it comes to food, many of us have felt completely out of control. We’ve eaten in secret, hidden food, spent money we didn’t need to spend, and then carried the heavy weight of guilt and shame. But here’s the truth: shame is not from God. He does not condemn you—He calls you His beloved child.

Step Two reminds us that we do not have to fight this battle on our own. Recovery is possible, not because we are strong enough, but because God is strong enough. He gives us the power to let go of destructive patterns and start walking a new path of freedom.

If you’ve prayed before and felt like God didn’t hear you—keep praying. He is near. And if you’ve tried diets, plans, or even surgery but still feel stuck, know this: lasting recovery comes not from willpower, but from surrendering to God’s power.

💜 Take courage today: you are not alone. With Christ, there is no shame in the struggle—only hope, healing, and a new beginning.

✝️ “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” — Proverbs 3:5–6

08/22/2025

🎉 New Podcast Art! 🎉

We’re excited to share our redesigned podcast cover! We wanted something that’s easier to read on a mobile phone, grabs attention quickly, and helps new listeners immediately understand what our show is about.

Our heart behind this change is simple: we want it to be easier for people searching for hope and freedom from overeating to actually find us. The clearer the message, the more people we can reach with encouragement and Christ-centered recovery.

👉 What do you think of the new design? We’d love your feedback!

08/21/2025

08/20/2025

🌟 No Shame in the Struggle 🌟

Food addiction is one of the hardest battles to overcome. It’s not just about willpower — certain foods light up the brain like a drug, pulling us back again and again.

But here’s the truth you need to hold on to: you are not a failure, and you are not defined by your struggle.

You are a dearly loved child of God. ❤️ He sees every tear, every attempt, every setback, and every victory. There is no shame in the fight — only grace, strength, and hope as you take the next step forward.

“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” — Romans 8:1 ✨

So if today feels heavy, remember:
👉 You are loved, even in the middle of the struggle.
👉 God’s grace is bigger than your mistakes.
👉 Healing takes time, and you don’t have to do it alone.

💡 If you’d like Christ-centered support and structure, we’ve just opened our new Starter Membership — normally $12/month, but only $9/month with code $3OFF through September 1. You’ll get:
✔ Weekly meeting access (choose Thursday or Saturday)
✔ Practical tips to help on your road to better health
✔ A supportive, faith-based online community
✔ Full access to The Pantry resource library

Take your next step here: 👉 www.reshapeandrecover.com/members

Keep walking. Keep praying. Keep trusting.
God is with you every step of the way. 🙏