In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey interviews Caroline Dooner, author of The F*it Diet and a self-proclaimed “ex-new ager” who became a Christian in 2022. Caroline writes about pursuing health and wellness to the point where things started to drift into new age practices in her article “New Age Demons.” Kasey and Caroline discuss the article and how God brought Caroline to a place of trusting Jesus with her health and life. In This Episode We Discuss: Caroline’s testimony of...

This episode is part 2 of our series exploring whether Christians should do yoga.  This week Kasey interviews Avery Bowman. Avery shares her perspective on yoga from her experience as a Christian and certified yoga instructor.  In This Episode We Discuss: How Avery began to practice Yoga, and what she loves about it Averies experience becoming a yoga teacher Different types of yoga and how the Holy Spirit gives discernment in this area We pray this episode empowers you to make prayerful...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey Shuler talks with Nicole Hope about her experience with practicing yoga, and how she ultimately decided to stop when becoming a Christian. This is part 1 of a 2 part series interviewing different guests with unique perspectives on whether Christians should do Yoga. Join us next week for part 2! In this episode we discuss: How and why Nicole first started practicing yoga The benefits she experienced practicing yoga The spiritual roots and...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey Shuler talks with registered dietitian Liesel Maddox about  how to distinguish between an eating disorder and disordered eating. Liesel shares from her professional and personal experience with eating disorders how to support loved ones who are struggling.  In this episode we discuss: The difference between eating disorders and disordered eating How to support those struggling with an eating disorder The role of faith in overcoming eating...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey Shuler talks with Ansley Meccia about biblical body image for college students.  Ansley shares her own body image story as a college student and encourages other Christian college students to turn to Christ in their struggle. In this episode we discuss: The biggest challenges Christian college students face when it comes to body image The old way versus the new way of viewing our bodies with Christ Practical tips for tackling body image...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey Shuler dives into the topic of “the flesh” in scripture. Kasey explores a key stumbling block among many Christians who struggle with their relationship with food and body and sheds light on what scripture means when it says do not “gratify the desires of flesh.” In this episode we discuss: The dangers of misapplying Scripture’s use of the word “flesh” as it pertains to our body The two ways the Bible uses the word “flesh” and how to know the...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey Shuler talks with Amy Connell about breaking the generational chains of diet culture with our children. Amy is a weight-neutral personal trainer and nutrition coach. She is the author of two books and the podcast host of Graced Health for women over 40 and Lessons to My Teenage Self for young women. Amy is also a mom to 3. In this episode she shares from her personal experience as a mom and from her professional experience working with countless...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey interviews dietitian Megan Moore of Christian Care Ministries. Megan shares about the biggest struggle she sees in her work (diet culture), how it’s harmful,  and how to approach health changes, God’s way. In this episode we discuss: How Romans 12:2 helps us power habit change How to spot a fad diet 8 simple health habits to implement  We pray this episode encourages you to take every thought captive for obedience to Christ, so you can be...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey interviews dietitian Megan Moore of Christian Care Ministries. Megan shares about the biggest struggle she sees in her work (diet culture), how it’s harmful,  and how to approach health changes, God’s way. In this episode we discuss: How Romans 12:2 helps us power habit change How to spot a fad diet 8 simple health habits to implement We pray this episode encourages you to take every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ, so you can...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey interviews Stacy Reaoch, author of Beautiful Freedom about how the Bible shapes our view of appearance, food, and fitness.  Stacy shares her story of learning to view her body in light of Scripture through her own wrestlings with body image and raising daughters. She discusses the reasons why Christian women struggle with beauty and helps to redefine it according to God’s Word.* I n this episode we discuss: 1. The definition of beauty...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey interviews Stacy Reaoch, author of Beautiful Freedom about how the Bible shapes our view of appearance, food, and fitness.  Stacy shares her story of learning to view her body in light of Scripture through her own wrestlings with body image and raising daughters. She discusses the reasons why Christian women struggle with beauty and helps to redefine it according to God’s Word.* In this episode we discuss: The definition of beauty according...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show, Kasey Shuler talks with fellow trainer Bri Joy about trading the old ways of performance based fitness for the new ways of joyful movement. Bri shares her own experience shifting from a life driven by a performance to one centered on God’s grace and how God brought joy because of this. She shares how to bring joy into our movement routines whether you’re a trainer or someone who wants to move more. In this episode we discuss: 1.The challenges...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey interviews registered dietitian Ashley Smith about recovering from hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA for short). If you’re dealing with cycle irregularities, waiting for your efforts to heal your period to pay off, or just handling weight gain as you make a choice to nourish yourself, this episode is for you! Ashley speaks from her personal and professional experience, and shares how the Lord walks with us in our healing journey.   In this episode we...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey interviews Licensed Professional Counselor Katie Deans about self-regulation. Katie is trained in and practices Trust Based Relational  Intervention (TBRI) with children and parents in her practice. Through using this approach she has come to understand the importance of regulation for our mental, physical, relational and spiritual health.  In this episode we discuss: Healthy regulation: what it is and what it is not How our ability to...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Kasey answers a question from a listener: How do I eat if I’m not dieting, by exploring the 10 principles of Intuitive Eating. Kasey briefly explains who intuitive eating is for, and how to explain it to others, and then takes a deep dive into each of the 10 principles of Intuitive Eating as developed by authors and dietitians Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole.   In this episode we discuss: Why to stop dieting and consider intuitive eating The 10...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show, Kasey talks with dietitian Christa Smith about how to get connected in the local church and how to use your gifts to serve. Christa talks about the impact getting connected and serving in the church has on our physical and spiritual health as well as the health of the body of Christ. She explores the biblical support for meeting together and gives listeners questions to ask when exploring new churches. Key Takeaways from This Episode: Getting...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show, Kasey challenges the mainstream perspective of judging our body based on appearance. Together, we will look at the majesty of God’s the human body, and talk about ways in which it can help us know God’s character better. Romans 1:20 points to creation as a beautiful witness to who God is: “For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made,...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show Chrissy Kirkman of FINDINGbalance talks with Kasey about building a healthy referral network of non-diet, Christ-centered providers for yourself, your loved ones, and if you’re a practitioner, your clients. Chrissy shares her own experience finding peace with food through connecting with the body of Christ and helpful providers, and helps listeners learn how to build their own network of providers and support systems that will spur them on to greater...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show we talk about 12 holistic health habits believers can implement for a flourishing life in Christ. Going beyond physical health habits, we explore rhythms that impact social, emotional, intellectual, environmental and spiritual health as well as physical health.  We Cover: The different facets of a holistic view of health The importance of making a plan for accomplishing a goal 12 different habits you can choose from to start practicing over the next...

In this episode we delve into the topic of healing prayer, what it is, how it helps, and where to start. Our guest Kassandra Baker shares from her personal experience healing from two eating disorders and discovering healing prayer in the process.  As a Certified Health, Life, and Mental Health Coach and Public Speaker, she helps other women on their own healing journey, and is also able to share from her experience facilitating healing prayer with her clients. In this episode we...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show we answer a listener’s question: “what is diet culture and why is it harmful?” We explore definitions of diet culture and the effects it has on our health and wellbeing according to research along with personal and professional experiences. We look at diet culture through the lens of scripture, with a special focus on the truths found in John 10:10 and 2 Corinthians 8:9. We discuss:  The definition of diet culture and its physical and spiritual...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show, we discuss the complex landscape of trauma, exploring its diverse manifestations and profound impacts on individuals' lives. From personal narratives to professional insights, we unravel the intricacies of trauma experienced in various contexts, including relationships, religion, and healthcare. Drawing parallels with biblical stories and psychological frameworks, we shed light on the importance of recognizing and addressing trauma's far-reaching...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show, we explore strategies to prioritize health habits that matter with the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3:1 and 3:12 as our guide. We’ll discuss how to identify and prioritize God-centered values that align with your purpose and goals, discover the importance of trusting in God's provision while setting boundaries that protect your heart, time, and energy, and cultivate the self-awareness to  implement strategies to steam-line your daily...

In this episode of the Joyful Health Show, we dive into the deeply personal journey of postpartum body image, faith, and self-discovery. In this episode, we follow the path of a mother with two littles, unpacking the challenges of regaining her body after breastfeeding, struggling with weight fluctuations, and understanding impact of faith with her body image. We explore the transformation from a scale-centric focus to a holistic approach, incorporating faith, nutrition, and self-awareness....