Faith Over Addiction | Biblical Idenity and Boundaries for Loving Someone with Addiction

In this powerful episode of the Faith Over Addiction Podcast, host Tanya Gioia welcomes Dr. Laurette Willis, a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and founder of Weight Loss Without Willpower. Dr. Laurette shares her incredible testimony of overcoming 22 years of New Age practices, alcoholism, smoking, and emotional eating that began at age six.

From growing up in a high-functioning but troubled family to searching for God in all the wrong places, Dr. Laurette's journey led her through the depths of addiction before experiencing supernatural deliverance and transformation. Now, she helps women break free from emotional eating by combining biblical truth with neuroscience-based techniques.

Whether you're struggling with food, another addiction, or supporting someone who is, Dr. Laurette's story proves that true freedom comes not through willpower, but through God's power working in us from the inside out.

Key Points:

• Addiction is Non-Discriminatory
• Emotional Eating Starts Young
• The Yoga-to-New Age Pipeline
• Supernatural Deliverance
• The Original Drug of Choice Returns
• Renewing the Mind + Retraining the Brain
• The "Casting Down" Exercise
• 10-Second Craving Buster
• Comfort Food vs. The Comforter
• Pray and Plan, Don't Plan and Pray
• Rediscovering Hunger and Satiety Signals
• The Water Test
• Healing from the Inside Out
• The Shame Spiral Solution
• PraiseMoves: Christian Alternative to Yoga

Resources & Links:

• Free Gift for Listeners: Christian Weight Loss Kit: https://laurette.lpages.co/christian-weight-loss-kit/

Includes "The Faith-Fueled Weight Loss Blueprint" downloadable guide

Mini-course training video with practical tools

Learn the bilateral brain stimulation technique that stops cravings in 10 seconds

Perfect for women feeling stuck in cycles of overeating and regain

• Christian Meditation Kit: https://laurette.lpages.co/christian-meditation-kit/

Three simple steps to meditate on God's Word

• PraiseMoves: https://praisemoves.com/ - Christ-centered alternative to yoga

• The Fullness Retreat: https://laurette.lpages.co/2026-the-fullness-retreat/

Women's retreat focused on being "filled with all the fullness of God" (Ephesians 3:19)

Free Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024

In this powerful episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Lalonna West, award-winning educational leader and author of Solo and Saved: A 31-Day Journey of Faith, Healing & Self-Discovery. Lalonna shares her deeply personal story of walking away from a 25-year marriage to her high school sweetheart and how God transformed her pain into purpose.

Through raw honesty and vulnerability, Lalonna reveals how she built an intimate relationship with God in her closet war room, learned to recognize divine signs through feathers, and took a leap of faith without financial security. Her testimony demonstrates that sometimes God doesn't change our circumstances—He changes us, making us strong, steady, complete, and firm through the process.

This episode is essential listening for any woman feeling stuck in unhappiness, wondering if change is possible, or struggling to trust God with the unknown. Lalonna's journey proves that when we ask "God, what do You want me to do?" and have the courage to take that leap of faith, He provides in ways we never imagined.

Key Points:

• Building a War Room Relationship
• Learning to Recognize God's Signs
• The Courage to Walk Away
• God's Faithful Provision
• The Journey of Healing
• Taking Leaps of Faith
• One Action Step for Women Listening

Guest Bio:

Lalonna West is an award-winning educational leader, community builder, and author of Solo and Saved: A 31-Day Journey of Faith, Healing & Self-Discovery. With more than two decades of experience as a teacher, instructional coach, and principal, she has dedicated her career to empowering both students and educators to rise above challenges and unlock their full potential. Her mission is to help women turn pain into purpose by sharing her journey from a toxic 25-year marriage to finding peace, identity, and intimate relationship with God.

Resources & Links:

Lalonna West's Book:

• Solo and Saved: A 31-Day Journey of Faith, Healing & Self-Discovery : https://a.co/d/2vHRods

Free Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024

In this powerful episode of the Faith Over Addiction podcast, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Kathleen Johnson—author, speaker, and Spirit-led teacher known as "Scripture Girl"—to explore what true surrender really means. If you've ever felt trapped by control, fear, or addictive patterns, this conversation will meet you right where you are.

Kathleen shares her own journey through an unwanted divorce, white-knuckled control, and the revelation that changed everything: we're not meant to live disconnected from the Vine. She unpacks how living by the Spirit isn't about erasing yourself—it's about being redeemed, sanctified, and filled with God's life and power.

From understanding how we block the Holy Spirit to practical steps for "sinking down" in surrender, Kathleen offers hope-filled, Spirit-led wisdom for anyone struggling with fear, addiction, or the exhausting cycle of self-reliance. You'll learn about meditation, fasting, renewing your mind, and what it means to be "heal to heal"—taking your own redemption story and using it to help others.

This episode is for anyone ready to stop white-knuckling life and start living in the flow of living water.

Key Points

• Control stems from fear and self-reliance instead of trusting God.
• After the fall, humanity shifted from communion with God to self-dependence.
• True surrender means transformation by the Holy Spirit, not loss of self.
• The Holy Spirit brings life, but we block Him by focusing on the flesh.
• Our thoughts shape our lives—we must train them toward God’s truth.
• Stay connected to God like a branch on His vine; even small steps in His Word renew your mind.
• Biblical meditation means focusing on what is good, true, and noble instead of worrying.
• Addictions and distractions are bullies—feed the Spirit through fasting and discipline.
• When fear or control rises, surrender it—the “cobra technique”—and let the Holy Spirit lead.
• God’s goal is to redeem and cleanse us so we can live in His peace and share healing with others.

Resources & Links

Kathleen Johnson's Websites:

• https://kathleenjohnsonministries.com - Hub for all of Kathleen's ministry resources
• https://scripturegirl.com - Scripture memory resources and information about her books

Books by Kathleen Johnson:

• Heal to Heal - https://a.co/d/i97Q4rU

Free Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations

👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH

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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tanya.gioia.9/

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024

Join Tanya Gioia on the Faith Over Addiction podcast as she welcomes Annette Chesney, a Christian coach, speaker, and seasoned recovery professional who equips women healing from narcissistic abuse—especially those called to lead.

In this eye-opening conversation, Annette breaks down the complex topic of narcissism into an easy-to-understand spectrum, helping listeners identify destructive patterns and understand the path to healing. Annette shares her unique 4-category framework for understanding narcissistic behavior, from everyday selfishness to dangerous manipulation. She offers biblical wisdom on setting boundaries, avoiding codependency, and finding freedom through Christ while navigating these challenging relationships. Whether you're currently in a relationship with a narcissist, recovering from one, or supporting someone who is, this episode provides practical tools, spiritual guidance, and hope for healing. Discover why rest and deep inner work are essential before stepping back into leadership, learn the difference between helping and enabling, and understand how Jesus modeled healthy boundaries.

Annette's compassionate approach combines clinical expertise with faith-based wisdom, offering a lifeline to women who feel trapped, confused, or isolated in their pain.

Key Points

• Understanding the Narcissism Spectrum
• Spiritual Insights
• Breaking Free from Codependency
• The Path to Healing For Those Staying in the Relationship
• The Importance of Rest and Recovery
• Warning Signs of Danger

Resources and Links Connect with Annette Chesney:

• Website: https://annettechesney.com/

Free Resources:

• Downloadable Narcissism Spectrum guide - https://annettechesney.com/spectrum/
• Glass Slipper Reflections devotional: https://annettechesney.com/devotional/

Biblical References Mentioned:

• Hosea 2 (God putting Gomer in the desert to draw her back)
• The Rich Young Ruler (Matthew 19:16-22)
• Jesus and Nicodemus (John 3)
• Elijah and Jezebel (1 Kings 19)
• "Guard your heart, for it's the wellspring of life" (Proverbs 4:23)
• "You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free" (John 8:32)
• God working all things together for good (Romans 8:28)

If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship, please seek help from a qualified professional. Your safety is paramount.

Free Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations

👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH

💻 Website - www.tanyagioia.com

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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tanya.gioia.9/

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024

Join host Tanya Gioia for a powerful conversation with Pat Domangue, women's minister and Bible study author, as she shares her gut-wrenching journey through her daughter Jade's five-year battle with drug abuse. Pat opens up about the darkest moments of fear, the faith crisis that nearly broke her, and the transformative moment when her mother-in-law pulled her back to truth.

Key Points

• Overcame alcohol addiction through God’s Word; 30 years walking with the Lord
• Faced 5 years of daughter Jade’s severe drug abuse
• Reached a turning point through repentance and renewed faith
• Stopped monitoring social media and fought through Scripture and prayer
• Used index cards with Scripture and worship as spiritual tools
• Witnessed Jade’s miraculous deliverance and transformation
• Learned surrender and trust in God’s timing and process
• Now teaches lessons of faith and identity through “My Maker and Me”

Scriptures Referenced:

• 2 Chronicles 20:12 - "Lord, we have no idea what to do, but our eyes are on you"
• Isaiah 64:8 - "God is the potter, we are the clay, we all are the work of His hands"
• Romans 4:17 - Calling things that aren't as though they are
• Judges 6 - Gideon called a "mighty man of valor" while hiding
• 2 Corinthians 10:4 - "The weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds"
• Ephesians 6:12 - We don't wrestle against flesh and blood
• Isaiah 26:3 - Perfect peace for those who trust in God
• Ephesians 1:17-19 - Prayer for the spirit of wisdom and revelation
• Isaiah 54 - God calls us to the desert to build us up again

Books Mentioned:

• "My Maker and Me: A 6-Week Bible Study of Becoming God's Beautiful Vessel" by Pat Domangue : https://a.co/d/5DZphwc
• "Battlefield of the Mind" by Joyce Meyer : https://a.co/d/jaAsBA9
• Songs Referenced:
• "Reckless Love" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sc6SSHuZvQE

Links & Resources

• Pat Domangue's Ministry:
• Website: https://onfire-ministries.org

Special Offer for Listeners: Prayer Matters: The Basics of Prayer - A two-week personal Bible study addressing five common thoughts about prayer and five matters of prayer. Includes a printable bookmark of Ten Steps to Draw Close to God. Get your free copy: https://onfire-ministries.kit.com/6e46267b59

Free Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations

👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024

In this episode, Tanya Gioia sits down with Addie Ott—author, creative entrepreneur, and founder of gentle and lowly co.—to explore how to find quietness, maintain identity in Christ, and experience God’s presence in everyday moments.

Addie shares her journey of slowing down in a fast-paced world, offering practical wisdom for connecting with God amid life’s noise. From laundry to dishes, she reframes ordinary tasks as opportunities for prayer and worship. This conversation is a lifeline for anyone feeling depleted, overwhelmed, or struggling to find time for God while managing family, work, recovery, or caregiving responsibilities.

Key Takeaways:

• Jesus modeled withdrawing to spend time with the Father; quietness can happen even in busy, messy moments.
• Root your identity in Christ first, then serve others from that place of strength.
• Turn everyday tasks into prayer and create intentional rhythms to stay connected with God.
• Recognize signs of spiritual depletion early and seek support from trusted friends.
• Prayer is conversation, not performance—God can handle all emotions anytime, anywhere.
• Find safe, authentic community where you can come as you are and grow in faith.

Resources & Links:

• Website: https://www.addisonott.com/
• Book - Fellowship Over Followers: Discovering Authentic Community in a Hurried World of Comparison - https://a.co/d/1a4BAy1
• gentle and lowly co. Podcast - https://www.gentleandlowly.co/podcast

Scripture References Discussed:

• Matthew 5 (The Beatitudes)
• Matthew 6 (Come to your closet/quiet place)
• Matthew 11:28 (Come to me, all who are weary)
• Ephesians 6 (Armor of God)
• Philippians (Joy in all circumstances)
• Psalms (For encouragement in despair)
• Proverbs (Daily wisdom)

Free Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations

👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH

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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tanya.gioia.9/

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024

In this deeply moving episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia welcomes Catholic singer-songwriter and recording artist Lorraine Hess for an honest conversation about navigating life's darkest moments through faith. Lorraine shares her unique journey into ministry music, releasing her first album at 40 after earning a master's in pastoral studies to bring depth and authenticity to her songwriting.

From reaching those who've lost hope and felt disappointed by God to writing contemporary arrangements of traditional prayers, Lorraine's music speaks to people experiencing real suffering. Drawing from her own experiences with Hurricane Katrina, a devastating house fire, and walking alongside friends through unimaginable loss, she offers a witness to how God's presence becomes visible only in hindsight.

Lorraine encourages brutal honesty with God in prayer and the practice of journaling as a way to discern His voice. She introduces the powerful concept of switching from the "lane of self-pity" to the "lane of gratitude," sharing how scientific research shows gratitude releases dopamine and changes our physical and emotional state.

Lorraine also discusses her upcoming book "After the Miracle," which explores the untold stories of what happened after biblical miracles—reminding us that once we've been touched by God, we have a responsibility to be witnesses for others.

This episode offers practical wisdom for anyone struggling with addiction, loss, family challenges, or feelings of abandonment, showing how small victories and honest prayer can lead to healing.

Key points:

• Prayer & Presence: Being honest with God, embracing silence, and moving from reciting prayers to true dialogue.
• Journaling: Using journaling for spiritual discernment and songwriting inspiration.
• Suffering & Hope: Seeing God’s presence during personal and community tragedies, understanding redemptive suffering.
• Gratitude: Switching from self-pity to gratitude and its emotional and spiritual benefits.
• Identity & Worth: Restoring identity through faith, especially for women in caregiving roles.
• Practical Steps: Celebrating small victories, reading Scripture reflectively, and journaling gratitude daily.

Lorraine also discusses her upcoming book After the Miracle, exploring the untold stories after biblical miracles and inspiring listeners to witness God’s work in everyday life.

Resources:

Lorraine Hess Website - https://www.lorrainehess.com/

Beloved Podcast - https://www.timelesstalentmanagement.com/beloved

Free Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations

👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH

💻 Website - www.tanyagioia.com

📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soberon_purpose/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tanya.gioia.9/

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024

Join host Tanya Gioia as she sits down with the inspiring Twins Realty team—Cherie Walters and Nicole Juarez, identical twins who turned personal struggle into powerful testimonies of faith and financial independence. In this deeply personal conversation, they share how they moved from being “benchwarmers” in their faith to active participants in God’s plan.

Both women openly discuss navigating divorce as pastor’s kids, overcoming shame, and the pivotal moments that brought them back to Christ. From financial rock bottom to thriving entrepreneurship, Cherie and Nicole reveal how faith, family, and the courage to speak God’s promises out loud transformed their lives.

Whether you’re facing addiction in your family, financial hardship, or recovering from divorce, this episode offers practical wisdom on faith, finances, and the power of Christian community. Their story proves that God can turn any mess into a message of hope.

Top Takeaways

• Move from knowing about God to having a personal relationship with Him.
• Speak your faith out loud to overcome challenges.
• Trust God with finances: tithe, budget, and be good stewards.
• Partner with others whose strengths complement yours.
• Don’t give up on church—community is essential for growth.
• Turn struggles into opportunities for gratitude and purpose.

Scriptures Referenced

• Jeremiah 29:11 – God’s plans for hope and a future
• Ecclesiastes 4:9 – Two are better than one
• Ephesians 3:20 – God can do exceedingly abundantly more
• Matthew 17:20 – Faith as small as a mustard seed moves mountains
• 1 Peter 5:7 – Cast all your cares upon Him
• Philippians 4:8 – Think on things that are lovely and pure

Resources & Links

• Cherie Walters & Nicole Juarez / Twins Realty: https://twinsrealty.net/

Free Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024

Join host Tanya Gioia for an intimate, authentic conversation with Anna McLaughlin—entrepreneur, life coach, homeschooling mom of four, and host of the "Overwhelmed to Overcomer" podcast. In this powerful episode, Anna and Tanya explore what it truly means to ground your identity in Christ, especially during life's most challenging seasons.

Fresh from dealing with her own difficult day, Anna vulnerably shares how she practices leaning into her unchangeable identity in Christ when circumstances feel overwhelming. Together, they unpack the profound truth that our identity isn't dependent on our thoughts, actions, or emotions—it's immutable and secure in Him.

This conversation weaves together Scripture, personal testimony, and practical wisdom as they discuss:

• The practice of abiding (John 15) as our primary work
• Learning to be still and let God fight our battles (Exodus 14:14)
• The balance between grieving well and choosing joy (Nehemiah 8:10)
• Breaking free from spiritual "fatness"—taking in without giving out
• Finding the courage to show up and serve even in our mess
• God's supernatural provision when we step out in faith
• Seeing the banquet table prepared for us, even in the presence of our enemies (Psalm 23)

Anna shares the transformative story of how God called Tanya to sponsor a child through World Vision during her separation—when $35 seemed impossible—and how that act of faith has resulted in 15 years of faithful provision. They also explore the wisdom found in recovery rooms, the danger of the "savior complex," and C.S. Lewis's powerful image of the dwarves in the stable who couldn't see the paradise around them.

This episode is for every woman sitting on the couch wondering how the rent will get paid, every person feeling spiritually exhausted, and anyone struggling to see God's abundance in the midst of very real hardship. Anna and Tanya remind us that we are beloved, that nothing is wasted, and that our identity in Christ cannot be shaken—no matter what we face.

Resources Mentioned

Books:

• The True Vine by Andrew Murray - A deep dive on John 15 - https://a.co/d/bl4iBTy
• The Last Battle by C.S. Lewis (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 7) - The Last Battle by C.S. Lewis (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 7) -

Connect with Anna McLaughlin

Podcast: Overwhelmed to Overcomer

• Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/overwhelmed-to-overcomer/id1714745503
• Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5G6UwkBk5iyfec2gr5XhED
• Free Resource: "From Overwhelmed to Overcomer" Guide : https://subscribepage.io/from-overwhelmed-to-overcomer

Free Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations

👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH

💻 Website - www.tanyagioia.com

📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soberon_purpose/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tanya.gioia.9/

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Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-over-addiction-for-christian-women-navigating/id1438258805

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7vDIdU0qejEuoPI2R3szpH

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If this episode spoke to you, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others find the show! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-over-addiction-for-christian-women-navigating/id1438258805

Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024

Join Tanya Gioia on the Faith Over Addiction Podcast as she welcomes Katie Sampias, Australian author of "Her Story of Jesus," for an inspiring conversation about identity in Christ through imaginative prayer. Katie shares her unique approach to deepening faith by reimagining Gospel stories from women's perspectives—from Pilate's wife to the bleeding woman to the bride at Cana. Discover how imaginative prayer can transform your relationship with Jesus, offering a restful alternative to anxious petition and a powerful way to encounter Christ in everyday moments. Whether you're struggling with anger at God, seeking healing, or simply wanting to deepen your faith, this episode offers practical guidance on stepping into Biblical narratives and experiencing Jesus in profoundly personal ways.

Key Points

• Finding Identity in Christ
• The Power of Imaginative Prayer
• How to Begin Imaginative Prayer
• Writing Process and Divine Inspiration
• Jesus and Women in the Gospels
• Prayer for Those Struggling with Anger at God
• Stories in "Her Story of Jesus"
• Spiritual Direction and Deeper Understanding
• Future Writing Projects

Resources and Links

• Katie Sampias on Substack: https://katiesampias.substack.com/
• Book: "Her Story of Jesus" by Katie Sampias - https://a.co/d/9bM8NnQ

Free Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations

👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH

💻 Website - www.tanyagioia.com

📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soberon_purpose/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tanya.gioia.9/

🎧 LISTEN FOR FREE

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-over-addiction-for-christian-women-navigating/id1438258805

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7vDIdU0qejEuoPI2R3szpH

RSS - https://podcasts.helloaudio.fm/podcast/2fbb497f-9ffc-4d8a-802b-c862437fb6ee/8V4vMD8N9v

🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW

If this episode spoke to you, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others find the show! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-over-addiction-for-christian-women-navigating/id1438258805

Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024