Ever feel like meal planning is just another way to box yourself into rigid food rules? You’re not alone! 

So many women avoid menu planning and meal prep because they think it means eating the same boring meals over and over again or losing the freedom to eat what they actually want. But what if meal planning could actually give you more flexibility, save you time, and help you nourish your body with ease?

In today’s episode, Brittany sits down with Val Warner, a busy mom, corporate wellness expert, and meal planning pro, to bust the biggest myths around menu planning. If you’ve ever felt like meal prep would take too much time or leave you stuck eating meals you don’t want, this conversation will change the way you look at it forever.

A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…

🥑 The #1 mindset shift that makes meal planning feel freeing instead of restrictive

⏳ A simple, time-saving hack that will instantly cut down your time in the kitchen

🌮 Why tacos, burrito bowls, and Mediterranean plates are a meal prep goldmine

🛒 What to actually stock your kitchen with to make fast, balanced meals a breeze

📅 The easy, no-stress way to dip your toes into meal planning (without overwhelm!)

Resources mentioned:

> Connect with Val on Instagram @wellnessbyval_

> Listen to The Strong and Nourished Momma podcast

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> Join our FREE community in the Food Freedom & Body Image Support for Christian Women Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, & Jesus.

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*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.