Show Notes
What if the way you talk about yourself could actually bring freedom instead of shame? In today’s episode, Jess Connolly — author of Breaking Free from Body Shame — shares how shifting our words can transform our thoughts, relationships and even our faith.
In this episode you’ll learn: How small, everyday choices shape our view of our bodies. Why the words we speak about ourselves hold the power to heal or wound. How to shift the culture of body negativity and start celebrating your body as “good.” Resources From This Episode: Purchase Jess Connolly’s book Breaking Free from Body Shame: Dare to Reclaim What God Has Named Good. Get an exclusive download of “This Body Is Good: A Declaration of Freedom and Truth” by Jess Connolly when you purchase from the P31 Bookstore. Want a fresh way to experience Holy Week? Look no further than The Chosen: Last Supper. You can get your tickets now at TheChosenLastSupper.com. When you give to Proverbs 31 Ministries, you make it possible for us to help you and women like you know the Truth of God's Word and live the Truth every day because we know it changes everything. Click here to download a transcript of this episode. Want More on This Topic? Listen to “How To Step out of the Darkness of Shame and Start Living Free” with Morgan Krueger. Watch the Therapy & Theology playlist titled “Let’s Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About” on YouTube. Want to watch this episode instead? Click here to view on YouTube. Proverbs 31 Ministries is a nonprofit organization, and this podcast is funded thanks to the generous support of our one-time and monthly donors. To learn more about how to partner with us, click here!
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