Graced Health for Christian Women Over 40

The Self-Talk Revolution: Speaking to Yourself as Kindly as You Speak to Others

Season 23 Episode 21

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This episode explores the transformative power of positive self-talk, challenging the double standard many Christian women over 40 live with—showing grace to others while being harsh on themselves. 


Key Scriptures:

Luke 6:31 - "Do to others as you would have them do to you"
Mark 12:29-31 - "Love your neighbor as yourself"
2 Corinthians 10:5 - "We take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ"
Philippians 4:8 - "Whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable—think about such things"


Main Topics Covered in this Conversation:

  • The double standard we live with (How we see beauty in others but struggle to see it in ourselves)
  • The mental health impact of negative self-talk
  • Why self-love is actually biblical (Mark 12:31)
  • The science behind self-talk
  • Physical health benefits of positive thinking
  • Practical transformation steps
  • Self-care as spiritual practice
  • Reframe self-care as stewardship of God's temple, not selfishness
  • Practical self-care ideas
  • A weekly compassion challenge 


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Episodes Discussed

My Arsenal to Fight and Overcome My Current Body Image Battles S20E15


I've Gained Perimenopause Weight. Why I'm Not Trying to Lose it. S20E16


Beyond Barbie-Style Self-Care: Transforming Your Nervous System's Response to Calling with Janice McWilliams S23E16




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