Why Intuitive Eating Hasn’t Worked (and the 3 Keys to Food Freedom That Lasts)

Have you ever tried to assemble a piece of IKEA furniture without looking at the instructions? 🙋‍♀️ (Yep… guilty over here.) At first, it feels freeing. Like, “I’ve got this! I’ve done something similar before. No big deal.”

But then… you realize you’re missing a peg. The back panel is on upside down. And suddenly, what was supposed to be a cute bookshelf is wobbly, crooked, and one sneeze away from collapsing. Oy vey!

That’s exactly how so many women try to approach intuitive eating.

You hear about it. You’re intrigued. You decide to toss out all the diet rules and just “eat what sounds good.” But before long, things feel wobbly. You’re confused, frustrated, maybe even convinced something must be wrong with you.

Friend, hear me on this: If intuitive eating hasn’t worked for you, it’s not because you failed. It’s because you were missing pieces of the foundation.

And today, I want to walk you throug...

Ever feel like you’re the exception? 🙋‍♀️ Like, sure, other women can heal their relationship with food, but you? Nah. You’ve tried the therapy, the devotionals, the diets, the accountability groups, the affirmations… and still find yourself knee-deep in a pint of ice cream wondering if food freedom is even possible for you.

Friend, let me assure you right now: you are not the exception.

This lie is one of the enemy’s favorite tricks. If he can get you to believe that recovery isn’t possible for you, he keeps you stuck in shame, isolation, and a never-ending cycle of striving.

But here’s the truth: God’s freedom is for you, too. And in this post, I’m going to walk you through how to recover from binge eating as a Christian woman with practical tools, relatable stories, and most importantly—a Christ-centered lens.

Why Christian Women Struggle with Binge Eating

Let’s be real—binge eating is complicated. It’s not just about “loving food too much” (eye roll 🙄). For many women I wor...

We need to have a little heart-to-heart, friend. Because if there’s one struggle I see over and over again in the women I work with, it’s this: clinging to control with food and body feels safe, but it’s not peace. And it’s definitely not freedom.

If you’ve ever thought, “If I could just control what I eat better… if I could just stick to my food rules… if I could just control my body shape or size, THEN I’d finally feel at peace” — this post is for you.

Peace and control are not the same thing. In fact, they’re polar opposites. And I’m going to show you why today — with a little tough love, a lot of grace, and some Jesus-centered encouragement along the way. ❤️

Why Control Feels Like Safety (But Isn’t)

Let’s be real for a sec. Control feels safe. It feels predictable. It feels like we’re putting ourselves in the driver’s seat, keeping the chaos of life neatly packed into a box (or a color-coded planner 🙋‍♀️).

But here’s the deal: control is a counterfeit version of peace.

Thi...

Enough with the Quick Fixes: Here’s What to Reach for When Food and Body Control Isn’t Working

If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling down the rabbit hole of diet rules, calorie tracking apps, “clean eating” lists, or “just one more workout will fix it”… 🙋‍♀️ friend, you are not alone.

But can we just be honest for a second? Quick fixes don’t fix much of anything. Sure, they might feel like they’re working for a hot second. But eventually—whether it’s two weeks or two years down the road—you find yourself back in the same cycle of restriction, control, frustration, and wondering if food will ever not feel like the boss of you.

That’s why today we’re talking about what to actually reach for when food and body control isn’t working (because honestly, it never really does).

This message is rooted in a powerful lesson from Exodus about God’s daily provision of manna and water for the Israelites—a story that has so much to say about our tendency to chase control instead of trust. An...

Can I Really Trust My Hunger Cues?
3 Sneaky Lies Christian Women Believe About Hunger (and the Truth That Sets You Free)

Ever found yourself hovering in front of the pantry at 9:30 p.m. asking: “Am I actually hungry, or just bored? Emotional? Broken?”

If you’ve ever questioned your body’s hunger cues—or even thought, “If I listened to my hunger, I’d totally lose control and eat ALL the things”—we get that around here.

For Christian women navigating a disordered or anxious relationship with food, this kind of confusion isn’t just common... it’s practically expected in a culture that glorifies diets and demonizes carbs.

But here’s the truth bomb I want to lovingly drop in your lap today:

Your hunger cues are not broken.

Your body is not the enemy.

You can learn to trust your God-designed hunger again.

So, let’s talk about it. In this post (based on a recent episode of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast), we’re going to unpack:

• Why hunger feels so confusing after years of...

Can the Desire to Lose Weight AND Pursue Food Freedom Coexist?

“I want food freedom… but I also kinda want to lose weight. Is that wrong?”

Oh friend, if I had a dollar for every time a Christian woman whispered this question with a cocktail of guilt, shame, and curiosity—I’d be writing this blog from a beach house in Maui. 🏖️

But in all seriousness, if you’ve been wrestling with this exact thought, I want you to hear me loud and clear:

You are NOT disqualified from pursuing food freedom just because part of you still wants weight loss.

Let’s break this tension down together—with grace, truth, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit (not the scale).

The Honest Truth: You’re Not Alone in This Tension

First, a big ol’ exhale. You’re not the only Christian woman who feels this way. This desire to “want both” is extremely common—especially if you’ve grown up in a performance-based or image-focused environment.

“Brittany, I don’t want to obsess over food anymore... but also, I’d love...

3 Summer Style Hacks to Feel More Confident

You don’t need a different body this summer. You need a different perspective.

Whew. Let that sink in for a second, friend.

If the thought of swimsuit season makes you want to grab your comfiest black leggings and oversized T-shirt (even in the blazing July heat 🥵), then keep reading… because this post? It’s written for you.

Whether you’re Googling “how to lose belly fat fast” (no judgment—we’ve all been there), or debating whether it’s actually worth going to the pool because you can’t stand the thought of being seen in a swimsuit, you’re not alone.

But what if I told you that your confidence this summer doesn’t have to come from losing weight or changing your body?
What if it could come from the inside out—through mindset, style choices, and a whole lotta grace?

Let’s dive into a new way to do summer.

☀️ The Lie We’ve Been Sold About Summer & Body Image

Every summer, the same messages creep in...

“You can’t wear that until you l...

Sacrificing your sanity doesn’t make you more holy. Let’s talk about what actually honors Jesus… and it starts with caring for YOU.

Are You Running on Empty?

Let me guess. You just reheated your coffee for the third time today (and still didn’t drink it). You’ve wiped sticky fingers, packed lunches, managed a toddler meltdown, and maybe—just maybe—answered three emails or texts in the middle of snack time chaos. Somewhere between all that, you remembered: “Oh yeah, I was gonna start working on food freedom this summer.”

Friend… can we talk?

Because I need you to hear me loud and clear:
Prioritizing your recovery isn’t selfish. It’s sacred.
Even as a mama. Especially as a mama.

The Lie That Keeps Christian Moms Stuck

I hear it all the time from the incredible women I work with:

“I’ll work on my food issues after the kids go back to school.”
“I feel guilty spending time on myself.”
“I can’t start healing until I get all my other responsibilities handled first.”

Sound familiar?...

Wish You Could Just Stop Thinking About Food 24/7?

Does it ever feel like your brain is stuck on a 24/7 food radio station that just won’t shut off? 🎙️
You’re folding laundry—food.
You’re in the middle of a meeting—food.
You’re talking to your spouse—still thinking about food.

If you’re constantly wondering:

• What did I eat?
  
• Should I have eaten that?
  
• What’s my next meal?
  
• Do I need to make up for that snack?
  
  

…then first, let me give you a big, virtual hug and tell you this: You’re not broken, friend. And you’re definitely not alone. 🙌

In today’s post, I’m going to walk you through exactly why you can’t seem to stop thinking about food and share with you three (okay, four 😉) common reasons your brain won’t let it go.
Plus, I’ll show you what you can do to finally start quieting the food noise—without falling into the diet culture trap of “just try harder.”

Oh, and because I’m all about giving you practical, faith-filled tools, I’ve got a FREE resource you can grab at th...