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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.
What’s in My Fridge (and Why It Matters for Recovery)
YouTube video of Julie showing what's in her refrigerator I recently did a casual video tour of my refrigerator — nothing fancy, just a...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 17, 20251 min read


Tuna & Avocado Sandwich
Nourishing Your Body with Simple Choices: Tuna & Avocado Sandwich When you're walking through recovery from emotional or compulsive...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Putting God First in All Things - Even Recovery from Overeating
Putting God First — Even in Recovery When we truly put God first, it changes everything — our mindset, our cravings, even our...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 15, 20252 min read


Your Health Matters
Self-care isn’t selfish — it’s how we stay strong enough to serve. It’s so easy to pour out for everyone else and forget that we need...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 14, 20251 min read


Sunday Devotion: Philippians 1:6
Philippians 1:6 “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 13, 20251 min read


Forgiveness Starts with You
Have you ever found it easier to forgive others than to forgive yourself? In Step Eight of our Christ-centered recovery journey, we’re...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 12, 20252 min read


No Shame or Condemnation
What feels too broken for you is not too broken for God. There is hope. Have you ever felt ashamed for what you ate? Not because someone...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 11, 20251 min read


Support for Christian Clients Struggling with Food and Body Image
Do you work with clients who want their faith to be part of their healing journey — especially around food and body image? If you're a...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 10, 20251 min read


Savory Egg & Veggie Muffins
💡 Looking for a healthy, make-ahead breakfast that actually satisfies your hunger and supports your goals? These Savory Egg & Veggie...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 9, 20251 min read


Why the Scale Isn’t Moving and What to Do About It
Frustrated with the scale not budging — even though you’re doing “everything right”? You’re not alone… and you might not be doing...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 8, 20251 min read


Why You Need Community to Win the Battle with Food
When it comes to overcoming emotional eating or making lasting changes to your habits, community is not optional — it’s essential . I've...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 7, 20252 min read


Sunday Devotion: Romans 8:18
Romans 8:18 “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us” Life here on...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 6, 20251 min read


Step 7: Finding Freedom from Overeating through God’s Grace
So many of us who struggle with compulsive eating also struggle with shame, self-condemnation, and the deep desire to just “be better.”...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 5, 20252 min read


Happy Independence Day!
Today we pause to celebrate the freedom we enjoy as a nation — and to give thanks to the One who is the source of all true freedom....

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 4, 20251 min read


🛒 Healthy Grocery Haul: A Peek into Our Cart at Walmart
I don’t usually shop for groceries in a dress…But after church, we stopped at Walmart, and I thought I’d take you along with me for a...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 3, 20251 min read


Healthy Chicken Paprika
Healthy Chicken Paprika (High-Protein, No Flour, Recovery-Friendly) If you’re looking for something cozy, simple, and supportive of your...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 2, 20252 min read


Struggling to Let Go of Control? Step Six Could Be Your Turning Point.
Julie & Tony Kleinhans share insights on Step Six of the Christ-centered 12 Steps: learning to trust God to do what we cannot do on our...

Julie Kleinhans
Jul 1, 20251 min read


New Mercies, New Strength: The Power of Daily Surrender
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases — and neither does His mercy. Let this reminder guide your recovery today. Have you ever felt...

Julie Kleinhans
Jun 30, 20251 min read


Sunday Devotion: God’s Grace Is Enough
God’s Word lights our path, especially in hard seasons — Psalm 119:105 Struggling today? You’re not alone. In 2 Corinthians 12, Paul...

Julie Kleinhans
Jun 29, 20253 min read


Becoming Entirely Ready: Step Six and the Power of Surrender
"I thought I was ready to change — until I realized I was still clinging to my old ways of coping." That line from Step Six of 12 Steps...

Julie Kleinhans
Jun 28, 20251 min read
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