EPISODE 23
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The Addiction No One Talks About with Kristy Wegner
In this raw and eye-opening episode, Kristy Wegner shares her powerful journey through food addiction, emotional eating, and the hidden battles she carried for years. Growing up as a missionary’s daughter, Kristy knew faith well — but financial stress and childhood comfort-seeking led her into a cycle she couldn’t break on her own.
Kristy opens up about the moment she realized food had become her escape, how God met her in the middle of addiction, and the life-changing habits that keep her grounded today. If you’ve ever struggled with unhealthy coping mechanisms, emotional eating, or finding your identity outside of Christ, this conversation will hit home.
This episode is packed with hope, honesty, and practical truth — a reminder that God can break chains we don’t even know how to name.
Listen to Higher Hope Episode 23
“I think a lot of people who struggle with food convince themselves that it’s only hurting themselves and not other people.”
~ Kristy Wegner
Who’s in this Episode?
Kristy Wegner – Kristy is a wife, mom, grandma, and educator at Wisconsin Lutheran College. You can contact her via email: kristine.wegner@gmail.com
Adriane Stuebs – Podcast Host, Owner of Shine Realty
“God uses people to speak to us. Sometimes you need to hear an actual voice remind you of the truth: You are God’s redeemed, precious child. He loves you despite what you’ve done in the past, despite your thoughts, disconentement, pride, & selfishness.”
~ Kristy Wegner
Scripture Inspiration
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore, honor God with your bodies.” -1 Corinthians 6:19-20
“For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.” -Romans 8:14
“Lord, let me be Spirit-led not fear- or shame-driven.”
~ Kristy Wegner
Tips for Handling Stress in a Healthier Way
Here are some practical daily tips from Krsitine for handling the stressors of life in a healthy way, so food addiction (or any other issue) doesn’t derail your day or your relationships.
- Have a food plan.
- Get enough sleep.
- Have a rhythm. Go to sleep and wake up at the same time each day.
- Exercise.
- Get outside.
- Read God’s Word daily and spend time in prayer.
- Call an accountability partner.
- Connect with other people who can encourage you.
- Practice gratitude and praise.
- Keep your eyes off yourself and on Him through praise! This helps you avoid the trap of focusing inward and internal-shaming. Instead, it allows us to focus on Him leads to gratitude.
Rest is a beautiful thing and God designed us to need that…And Jesus is that Sabbath rest. I cannot even imagine dealing with any addiction or challenge in life without the peace we have in Jesus.
~ Kristy Wegner
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“Our hope doesn’t come from the perfect meal plan or from our own willpower but from a perfect Savior, Jesus, who satisfies every hunger of our hearts.”
~ Adriane Stuebs
About the Higher Hope Podcast
Higher Hope shares heartfelt conversations with everyday people–moms, professionals, creatives–who live out their faith in every season of life. Whether you’re walking through a season of uncertainty or simply seeking inspiration, this show is here to uplift and remind you that hope is never out of reach.
Tune in and join a growing community grounded in faith, strengthened by stories, and united by the unwavering power of hope.
More Episodes from the Higher Hope Podcast:
Episode 1 – Meet the Host & Heart behind Higher Hope Podcast
Episode 2 – The Courage to be Different with Farah Stuebs
Episode 3 – Purposeful Grieving: Finding Hope Through Loss with Dr. Stacy Jensen
Episode 4 – Fixing Engines, Mending Hearts with Cindy Stillman
Episode 5 – When God Redirects Our Plans with Chloe Peiffer
Episode 6 – Healthy Living & Hormones with Amanda Haar
Episode 7 – Faith that Doesn’t Fade: My Dad’s Legacy through Disability with Adriane Stuebs
Episode 8 – Unfulfilled, Yet Fully Known with Alana Enger
Episode 9 – Faith in a Foreign Land with Elise Meier
Episode 10 – Faith, Lipstick, & Loving People with Nicki Hill
Episode 11 – Faith, Family, & Big Leaps with Stacy Schweighardt
Episode 12 – Marriage, Creativity, & Motherhood with Renee Peiffer
Episode 13 – Making it Work: Motherhood, Career, & Homeschooling with Val Breit
Episode 14 – Words that Strengthen the Soul with Linda Buxa
Episode 15 – Light in the Midst of Loss with Jill Nelson
Episode 16 – When Faith Becomes Your Lifeline with Jessica Mlsna
Episode 17 – Growing Dreams with Maureen Lawrenz
Episode 18 – Morning Routines, Faith, & Motivation with Farah & Adriane Stuebs
Episode 19 – Decluttered and Defined by Grace with Maria Ewings
Episode 20 – God Knows Your Name with Adriane Stuebs
Episode 21 – When God Writes the Story: Finding Joy After Pain with Stephanie Jaramillo
Episode 22 – When Hustle Becomes an Idol with Adriane Stuebs
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