Are you tired of shouldering the weight of impossible standards and harsh self-judgment? This week on the podcast, Shannon Popkin returns for an honest conversation about judging—especially the way perfectionists measure themselves with a critical, merciless scoop.
**In this compassionate and insightful episode, you’ll hear:**
\- Why “judge not” is more nuanced than you might think, and how the Bible calls us to both discernment and humility.
\- How the standards we use to judge ourselves often seep into our perception of others—even when we think we’re showing only ourselves the harshness.
\- The trap of perfectionism: when striving to be flawless turns into wounded pride and a subtle resistance to receiving grace.
\- The difference between external rule-keeping and the biblical invitation to “walk with God”—not just check every box.
\- How admitting our need for mercy—rather than clinging to “good girl” status—actually brings us closer to Jesus and frees us from the courtroom in our heads.
\- A vulnerable story of how Shannon realized she’d been harshly judging a friend’s motives, and the freedom that came with confession and restored relationship.
**Resources & Next Steps:**
\- Check out Shannon's latest book here: Kinda Judgy on Amazon (Amazon affiliate link)
\- Take Shannon’s “Kind of Judgy” Quiz and download the heart check at: http://shannonpopkin.com/judgy
\- Explore stories from Shannon’s new book for practical ways to deal with self-judgment and embrace mercy!
\- Share this episode with a friend who struggles to be gentle with herself!
\*\*Let this episode be your invitation to step out of self-condemnation, walk in mercy, and embrace the freeing truth of the gospel—for yourself, not just everyone else.\**
**Listen now for hope and honest insight!**
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Shannon PopkinGuestHeather CreekmoreHost