✨ Episode Summary

In this powerful kickoff to our fall series, Made in His Image, we dive into the foundational truth that your body reveals your personhood. Drawing from Saint John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, this episode breaks down why your body is not a project to perfect—but a sacred gift to steward.

Whether you're struggling with body image, stuck in comparison, or trying to integrate your faith with your fitness journey, this episode offers real hope, clarity, and practical steps rooted in Catholic teaching.

🔍 What You’ll Learn:

• What Theology of the Body actually teaches about your body, identity, and dignity
• The common heresies TOB corrects (Gnosticism, Materialism, Dualism, etc.)
• How to shift from “body as project” to “body as gift”
• Why your body is part of your mission
• How comparison steals joy—and how TOB restores peace
• 6 practical tools for living TOB in the mirror, gym, kitchen, and daily life

🛠️ Practical Takeaways:

• ✋ Daily Body Blessing
• 🪞 Mirror Reframe Statements
• 🏋️‍♀️ Movement as Worship Prayers
• 👕 Modesty of Heart Discernment
• 😴 Rest Without Guilt Practices
• 🍽️ Intentional Eating and Gratitude Prayers

📖 Scripture Reflections:

• Psalm 139 – You are fearfully and wonderfully made
• Genesis 1:27 – You are made in the image and likeness of God
• John 1:14 – The Word became flesh and dwelt among us

💬 Journal Prompts:

• What part of your body have you criticized—and how might God see it?
• What lie have you believed about your body, and what truth will you speak instead?
• How can your body be part of your mission this week?

🧠 Mindset & Mission Monday Focus:

Your body isn’t just how you’re seen—it’s how you show up to serve. This week, reflect on how your body brings Christ’s love to others in your daily life.

🔔 Next Episode Preview:

🎧 Episode 2: Workout Motivation for Each Temperament

Discover how your Catholic temperament influences your fitness drive, and why knowing it could be the key to lasting consistency and joy.

🙌 Stay Connected:

• 📲 Follow @thecatholicfitnesscoach on Instagram
• 📲 Join the Rebuild the Body Facebook group for weekly prompts, prayers, and updates
• 🎧 Share the episode with a friend who needs to hear the truth about their bodies