The REAL Meaning of Self-Control (And How Diet Culture Gets It Wrong)

Have you ever been told you “just need more self-control” to stick to your diet plan?
Maybe a trainer, a well-meaning friend, or even a voice in your own head told you that if you could just muster up enough willpower, you’d finally see the results you want.

Been there.
Heard that.

But here’s the thing:
That diet culture definition of self-control isn't only wrong—it’s robbing you of the freedom God actually wants for you.

Today, we’re diving into what the Bible really says about self-control (⚠️spoiler: It’s a lot more life-giving than you think), why diet culture has twisted the concept beyond recognition, and how to start living out self-control in a way that brings peace, joy, and freedom.

The Struggle Is Real: When “Self-Control” Feels Like Punishment

A while back, I had a client who was really struggling to stick to a low-carb meal plan her trainer had given her. She was convinced the problem was her la...