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What I've discovered on my 90 pound weight loss journey through compulsive overeating and weight gain to 12-Step recovery since 2005. Navigating healthy eating can be tricky! Check out my tips and food tricks below. I've included some healthy recipes - please send your healthy recipe ideas to info@reshapeandrecover.com for posting consideration.
Clarity Through Accountability
Let’s be honest: sometimes we fudge the truth… even to ourselves. “It was just a small bite.” “I didn’t eat that much.” “I’m doing fine.”...
Julie Kleinhans
2 days ago1 min read
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The Power of Humility: Step 7 in a Christian Weight Loss Program
In Step 7 of the Reshape and Recover 12 Steps, we ask God to remove our shortcomings. In doing so, we begin to walk more fully in...
Julie Kleinhans
4 days ago1 min read
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Becoming Willing Through Prayer
Sometimes the hardest part of making a change isn’t knowing what to do—it’s becoming willing to do it. In recovery, willingness is often...
Julie Kleinhans
5 days ago1 min read
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Master Salad Tips: Control Dressing!
A Quick Tip to Lighten Up Your Salad — Without Losing the Flavor 🥗 When I eat out, I still want to stay on plan. One easy habit that...
Julie Kleinhans
6 days ago1 min read
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Simple 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oat Bars
Simple, filling, and just the right amount of sweet. A friend brought in homemade 3-ingredient peanut butter oat bars today — just oats,...
Julie Kleinhans
7 days ago1 min read
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Do you struggle with emotional eating?
You’re not alone. Many of us have turned to food for comfort during times of stress, boredom, or emotional pain. It’s an easy escape —...
Julie Kleinhans
Apr 71 min read
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Step 6: Release & Heal with God's Grace
What’s Holding You Back From Freedom? In addition to the food, sometimes what’s really keeping us stuck are the patterns we cling to —...
Julie Kleinhans
Apr 51 min read
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🎉 Today I’m Celebrating 17 Years of Food Freedom!
Not a cookie, brownie, or binge food since April 4, 2008. It hasn’t always been easy — it’s taken commitment, perseverance, and a lot of...
Julie Kleinhans
Apr 41 min read
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Overeating Struggles: One Donut at a Time
I struggled with overeating. Can you relate? I’d tell myself, “I’ll just have one.” But it never stopped at one. I’d eat it so fast I...
Julie Kleinhans
Apr 31 min read
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Recovery Isn’t a Destination — It’s a Lifelong Walk with God
You Don’t Graduate from Recovery After 17 years of abstinence and weight loss, I can tell you — I still need support. I still need...
Julie Kleinhans
Apr 21 min read
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Don’t Let the Weekend Derail Your Progress 💪🎉
Weekends are for rest and joy — but they’re also the time when old habits can sneak back in. ✨ Want to stay on track and enjoy your...
Julie Kleinhans
Mar 281 min read
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Step 3: Full Surrender
Step 3 is all about full surrender: Turning our will and our lives over to our good and gracious God every day in all aspects of our...
Julie Kleinhans
Mar 151 min read
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Easy Meal Prep Hack: 3+ Meals from One Rotisserie Chicken!
In this video, I’m sharing a time-saving, budget-friendly meal prep strategy that anyone can easily incorporate into their weekly...
Julie Kleinhans
Mar 121 min read
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Persevering in Christ to Overcome Overeating
Have you ever felt like giving up in your battle with food? You’re not alone. But the good news is that God isn’t asking for...
Julie Kleinhans
Mar 41 min read
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Breaking Free from Food Addiction: The Power of Faith and Community
Food addiction and overeating often thrive in isolation. But true healing comes from leaning on God and finding support in community. In...
Julie Kleinhans
Feb 181 min read
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How Quitting Artificial Sweeteners Improved My Health—A Simple Step Toward Wellness
I didn’t realize how much artificial sweetener I was consuming until I challenged myself to stop. Gum, diet drinks, protein bars, and...
Julie Kleinhans
Jan 171 min read
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Affordable Christian Coaching
Feeling called to make a change but not sure where to begin? Life can be hard and sometimes we need some guidance to determine next...
Julie Kleinhans
Dec 23, 20241 min read
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Embracing Step Twelve: Giving Back on Our Recovery Journey
Step Twelve in our Christ-centered 12-step journey reminds us that recovery is not just about overcoming the past—it’s about living out...
Julie Kleinhans
Nov 30, 20241 min read
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One Day Does Not Define Your Journey
Feeling stuffed, sluggish, and regretful after Thanksgiving? You’re not alone! 🍂 Today’s a great day to get back on track—get plenty of...
Julie Kleinhans
Nov 29, 20241 min read
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Gratitude Over Temptation: Finding Strength to Overcome Overeating
In moments of stress or emotional eating, gratitude can be a powerful tool. While none of us are perfect, a heart filled with gratitude...
Julie Kleinhans
Nov 28, 20241 min read
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