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.

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 4, 20251 min read

Why Letting Go Brings Freedom

We hold on so tightly—to control, to diets, to “just one last time.” We believe that if we could just find the right plan or try harder,...

Julie Kleinhans

Mar 3, 20251 min read

Step 1: Admitting the Truth About Food Addiction

For years, I told myself I just needed more willpower. If I could just eat “in moderation,” I wouldn’t struggle so much. But the truth? I...

Julie Kleinhans

Mar 1, 20251 min read

How to Find Joy Beyond Food

Food is often used as a source of joy, comfort, and even entertainment. But true joy isn’t found in the temporary satisfaction of a...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 28, 20251 min read

Trusting God for Freedom from Food Obsession

Have you ever felt hopeless in your struggle with food? I know I did. For years, I believed that if I just had more willpower, I could...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 25, 20251 min read

Breaking Free from Food Obsession with Prayer

Have you ever felt like food controls your life? You wake up thinking about what to eat, plan your day around meals, and feel guilty...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 24, 20251 min read

Step 12: Serving Others Through Our Recovery Journey

In our recovery journey, Step 12 encourages us to "carry the message" and help others who are struggling. This isn't just about...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 22, 20251 min read

Overcoming the Fear of Success

Have you ever considered that fear of success could be holding you back from your weight loss goals? It’s real. Some people feel safer...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 21, 20251 min read

Rethink Birthday Traditions: Joy Beyond the Cake

Can we enjoy life without our binge foods? Absolutely! I’ve been asked before, “Don’t you have cake on your birthday?” And my answer is...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 20, 20251 min read

Progress Not Perfect

Is Perfectionism Holding You Back? Do you find yourself stuck in an all-or-nothing mindset? “If I can’t do it perfectly, I might as well...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 19, 20251 min read

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 18, 20251 min read

Recovery From Overeating Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint

Perseverance is key to overcoming food struggles. Psalm 42:5 says, “Put your hope in God.” This journey isn’t about being perfect—it’s...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 14, 20251 min read

Overeating Recovery - How to Bounce Back After a Food Slip

It's so easy to get discouraged after a food slip but I want to encourage you not to beat yourself up over your slip! Remember God's...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 13, 20251 min read

Progress, Not Perfection

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of shame and guilt after overeating? You’re not alone. The enemy wants us to feel defeated,...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 10, 20251 min read

Step 10: Breaking Free from Emotional Eating

For years, I used food to deal with my problems. When I was stressed, I ate. When I was angry, I ate. When I felt hurt or overwhelmed, I...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 8, 20252 min read

Find Comfort in Faith, Not Emotional Eating

Did you know that God rejoices over you with singing? He really does. I want to encourage you today with God's Word from the Old...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 6, 20251 min read

When You Feel Hopeless, Remember This

Have you ever felt hopeless in your battle with food? I know I have. But here’s what changed my perspective: 📖 Jeremiah 10:23 – "I know,...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 3, 20251 min read

Making Amends: The Power of Step 9

Making the amends in Step 9 is one of the hardest—and most healing—steps in recovery: For years, I carried the weight of my past—broken...

Julie Kleinhans

Feb 1, 20251 min read

Why Losing Weight on Your Own Doesn't Work and What Actually Does

Have You Ever Prayed for God to Take the Weight Away? I know I did. But no matter how hard I prayed, I kept falling into the same cycle...

Julie Kleinhans

Jan 30, 20251 min read

Step Eight: Making Peace with Others and Emotional Eating

Making peace with our past is a powerful step toward freedom—especially for those of us who struggle with food and emotional eating. Step...

Julie Kleinhans

Jan 25, 20252 min read