Dear Food, I Love You. I Hate You. Don't Leave Me!: A Bible Study Program Designed to Help You Shatter Food Strongholds For Lasting Health and Joy

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I found a friend to do this study with me. It has taken me a while to try and get through the author's bio. After several pages I was able to relate a little better to her testimony. I ordered book #2 and I see that it gets right to the heart of the matter. She is a funny and witty author who writes well.

This book is so faith strengthening and eye-opening. I didn't realize how much I idolized food for comfort and joy. It showed me how I can turn from using food for happiness and turn to God for all of my needs instead. After going thru this workbook I look at food very differently. I look forward to going thru book 2.

Only on page 56 but loving this book~ fresh way to look at weight loss.Love the goal of letting Jesus/ Holy Spirit guide my eating. At 79 and struggling with weight for nearly 40 years, I’m feeling hopeful.Julia’s humor is very refreshing!!

I am “college Julie” from Julia’s story and I can assure you that Julia Fikse is the real deal. Yes, we gave Temptations, the aptly named frozen yogurt shop, conveniently located across the street from the dorms, a whole lot of business. I wonder if that fat-free muffin place is still around the corner... We thought that one was heaven-sent! Looking back, I can see how most of our activities naturally involved dessert, as do so many traditions and celebrations.In this book, Julia shares her poignant past and with remarkable resilience, points readers to the Source of her strength. She gives HOPE, acknowledging the complexity of our relationship to food with faith-focused practical techniques to make strong progress in this typically tough and emotionally-charged area. Julia has helped me recognize the addictive nature of sugar, of listening to our bodies and creating “healthful” positive options rather than reaching for “easy” and comforting foods in times of sadness or joy, in loneliness or celebration. Her message is clear in this first workbook: turn to the One who will not shame or disappoint, reflect deeply on His promises, and speak truth. I am so grateful to be reminded that I am not alone. If you need Julia Fikse’s authenticity, her courage and warm, yet firm voice, speaking this encouragement to finally break the stronghold of food in your life, then don’t hesitate to get your copy today and begin the journey.

I hate to admit it, but I have been on a "die"t since I was 11 years old. Acceptance was my step 1, and loving my unique metabolism, personality, and bone structure has been a journey. I was delighted to find Dear Food. This workbook is accessible and powerful. The author even has song recommendations to prepare for each section! I love the workbook style with spaces to journal and tender self-talk.I have had 5 abdominal surgeries, including C-sections, hernias, and other medical problems. It was hilarious to read someone who understands the sometimes life saving moment of passing gas. I have been as low as 135 pounds and as high as 230. It has been a journey and in the author's honest bio I found pieces of myself. The desires of the Lord for intimacy in this area of our lives is mapped out with excellence in Dear Food. I am so grateful for a resource like this in my own life, and for the future women I will share it with in our community.

Julia has allowed God to use her faith, scars ,experience, wit, wisdom and education to give hope to and bless the rest of us. There's something in each chapter that I can relate to or hear God speaking to me about. I'm recognizing many of the ways I've defeated myself in the past and now have practical ways to change the future. I'm reminded of the lyrics of the Katy Nichole song, God Is In This Story, which says,"God is in this story, God is in the details, even in the broken parts He holds my heart, He never fails. When I'm at my weakest, I will trust in Jesus always in the HIGHS and LOWS the One who goes before me, God is in this story".No matter how many pounds there are to lose, the emotional weight is equally oppressive. This study provides the path to healing, not just treatment.I'm already anxious for book two and three!

First off…I was blown away and incredibly thankful that Julia shared her personal life story. The journey she describes is moving and her story alone makes this book a worthwhile read. Her vulnerability opened up my heart and her fabulous sense of humor brought me joy. It’s personal and relatable and at times it felt as if the book was written just for ME!But she didn’t stop there… she provided chapters of endless tools, interactive workbook pages, insights, wisdom, inspiration, and comedic relief, all while encouraging me to stay in tune with how the Lord is working with me in my individual walk.No shame, no judgment, no right or wrong… just a path forward!! This book won’t be catching dust on my bookshelf, I will keep on the nightstand or on the kitchen table ready to inspire my journey one page, one day, at a time!

This book did not help me, so gave it to someone who was going to read it and hopefully find helpful

This book is brilliant and really works