My Blog

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.

Christian Coaching Can Help

Are you ready to break free from the cycle of overeating and find true victory in your recovery journey? 🌿 With over 25 years of...

Julie Kleinhans

Nov 18, 20241 min read

My Sugar-Free Journey

In this video, Tony and I talk about my journey of quitting sugar in 2008, which helped me lose 90 pounds and maintain a healthier...

Julie Kleinhans

Nov 13, 20241 min read

Step 9: Embracing Healing Through Amends

In our journey with Step 9, we take a courageous step forward. Together with a trusted friend, we reflect on those we may have wronged...

Julie Kleinhans

Nov 9, 20241 min read

Smart Tips for Healthier Eating Out Choices

Tony and I were at Culver’s last night, and I wanted to share how I make healthier choices eating out. I ordered a single burger, cut the...

Julie Kleinhans

Nov 6, 20241 min read

Healing Relationships Through Christ-Centered Recovery: Embracing Step 8

As we journey toward recovery from overeating, Step 8 invites us to reflect on our past actions and acknowledge the harm we may have...

Julie Kleinhans

Nov 2, 20241 min read

Overcoming Food Temptation With Prayer

Here's a short story how I overcame food temptation with prayer. Prayer works for me - it can work for you too! God is good and hears our...

Julie Kleinhans

Oct 31, 20241 min read

Trick Or Treating Tips to Stay Abstinent

Need more tips on how to avoid the candy and junk food around this time of year? Of course you can always leave your house for the...

Julie Kleinhans

Oct 30, 20241 min read

Using "HALT" to Avoid or Stop Overeating

It can be hard to figure out how to stop overeating. In this podcast episode of Reshape and Recover, we discuss the HALT acronym—Hungry,...

Julie Kleinhans

Oct 29, 20241 min read

Understanding Why We Overeat

It's a three-fold problem: • Physical Addiction – Many processed foods contain sugar, unhealthy fats, and chemicals that are physically...

Julie Kleinhans

Oct 28, 20241 min read

Help For Overeaters Through Community Support

In this video, we dive into the importance of community support in overcoming the struggles of loneliness and emotional triggers,...

Julie Kleinhans

Oct 10, 20241 min read

Patience and Healthy Eating Lead to Sustainable Weight Loss

I think most of us have often wished that we could just wake up thin. I know I have done that. Of course, we know that doesn't work. It...

Julie Kleinhans

Oct 4, 20241 min read

Choosing Joy Over Food

When we focus on joy, we will find that our troubles seem to melt away. When we are focused on joy, we are also less likely to overeat....

Julie Kleinhans

Sep 30, 20242 min read

Sunday Devotion: Finding Peace When Life's Plans Change

Proverbs 16:9: In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. God’s Word actually encourages us to make...

Julie Kleinhans

Sep 29, 20241 min read

Step Three: How Focusing on God Can Transform Your Life

Step Three reminds us to focus on God and all things of God. When we do this, we become less focused on ourselves and our troubles and...

Julie Kleinhans

Sep 28, 20241 min read

How to Renew Your Spirit: Weekend Tips for Wellness, Faith and Healthy Eating

What do you have planned for the weekend? Hopefully you have lots of fun and relaxation planned to help renew your spirit physically,...

Julie Kleinhans

Sep 27, 20241 min read

Stop Late Afternoon Overeating: Tips to Stay on Track

Do you find that you overeat in the late afternoon after doing really well all day long? I have some tips to help with that. Usually...

Julie Kleinhans

Sep 26, 20241 min read

Step Two and Prayer

Don't lose hope! The God of all power can help you with your overeating and weight troubles. He has helped me, and He can help you, too!...

Julie Kleinhans

Sep 21, 20241 min read

How to Cope with Problems: Why Prayer is Better Than Food

Extra food does not solve problems, but that's how I dealt with many of my issues in the past. I have heard people say that extra food...

Julie Kleinhans

Sep 20, 20241 min read

5 Tips For Your Weight Loss Journey

Need help with your weight loss journey? Losing weight is hard and usually requires a change in eating habits. Here are 5 tips to help...

Julie Kleinhans

Sep 19, 20241 min read

Sunday Devotion

John 14:15 If you love me, keep my commands. As Christians, we believe in and love God. He has done so much for us and we are eternally...

Julie Kleinhans

Sep 8, 20241 min read