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

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  • Awakening Your Divine Identity - with David Richards : Part 1

    In this powerful episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia sits down with David Richards, a former Marine, corporate executive, and author who shares his raw and transformative journey from childhood trauma to spiritual awakening.

    Raised in a religious home but drifting from God in adulthood, David’s path took unexpected turns through broken relationships, addiction, and a pandemic-era spiritual awakening.


    He opens up about his transformation through Tony Robbins events, the inspiration behind his books, and how exploring the life of King David helped him reconnect with Christ. This is a raw and honest conversation about redemption, identity, and finding divine purpose through life’s most painful moments.


    Key topics discussed:


    • The impact of childhood trauma and growing up in a military family
    • Drifting from faith and searching for meaning through relationships
    • A powerful awakening at a Tony Robbins event
    • Writing Whiskey and Yoga and Love Letters to the Virgin Mary
    • Wrestling with addiction and the need for self-reflection
    • The spiritual significance of King David and the Davidic covenant
    • Rethinking heaven and living in relationship with Christ now
    • Learning to embody Christ’s message through daily action


    Visit David Richards's Website : https://davidrichardsauthor.com/


    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

    56 min
  • Finding Rest While Fulfilling Your Calling

    Feeling burned out from constantly supporting your addicted loved one? Wondering if God has forgotten about you in the chaos? You're not alone.

    In this powerful episode, award-winning children's book author and former educator Dawn Stephens shares her journey from identity crisis to discovering her true calling as a "fruit pot." After losing what she thought was her dream job, Dawn learned a life-changing truth: stop defining your life by what you hold, and focus on what you can grow.

    Through the allegory of her beloved book "The Little Pot," Dawn reveals how our wounds and struggles aren't meant to be hidden or healed away—they're meant to be used by God to help others. She introduces the revolutionary concept of being a "cracked vessel" that actually fuels others through our brokenness.

    In this episode, you'll discover:


    • Why your identity crisis might be God's greatest gift
    • The shocking reason God allows us to stay "cracked"
    • How to transform burnout into sustainable ministry
    • The simple "FBO" technique to reframe daily struggles
    • Why fighting God's calling often leads us exactly where we need to be


    Resources mentioned: Dawn's award-winning books "The Little Pot," "The Teapot," and "The Oil Lamp" available at https://dawnstephensbooks.com/

    Stop trying to be everything to everyone. Start being the fruit pot God created you to be.


    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

    40 min
  • God Only Knows When the Devil Comes for You - What Are You Afraid Of?

    Join host Tanya Gioia as she sits down with Ryan Reichert, a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel and author of "God Only Knows When the Devil Comes for You: Second Chance at Life." After 23 years of military service and a successful corporate career, Ryan found himself battling a 33-year drinking problem that began at age 12.


    In this powerful conversation, Ryan shares his journey from living in fear and lies to finding freedom through brutal honesty. He discusses breaking generational curses, the weight of carrying family trauma, and how perfectionism nearly destroyed his life. Ryan opens up about his "Kevin McCallister moment" - when he finally stopped being afraid and started telling the truth about everything, including his struggles with adultery and addiction.


    Now 19 months sober, Ryan leads a sixth-grade boys' group at his church and runs Protector Legendary Leadership Company. This episode explores themes of faith, redemption, and the power of truth-telling in recovery. A must-listen for anyone struggling with addiction, perfectionism, or breaking free from generational patterns.


    Check his Website : https://ourprotectordevelopment.com/

    Check his Book : God Only Knows When the Devil Comes for You: A Second Chance at Life :https://a.co/d/fZdEhQm


    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

    56 min
  • The Recovery Tool Belt: Evidence-Based Addiction Treatment That Actually Works

    Join host Tanya on Faith Over Addiction as she sits down with Trent Carter, a board-certified nurse practitioner in addiction medicine and founder of Renew Health. Operating multiple clinics across New Mexico, Trent shares powerful transformation stories and practical insights about addiction recovery.


    In this compelling conversation, Trent reveals how he discovered the massive gap in addiction services while doing contract work in rural New Mexico communities. What started as one clinic has grown into a statewide network serving thousands of patients, with 90% funded through Medicaid.


    Key Topics Covered:


    • The reality of addiction treatment in rural, underserved communities
    • How to support family members through the recovery process
    • Breaking through the stigma faced by high-functioning individuals with addiction
    • The power of telehealth in reaching patients across vast rural areas
    • Why internal motivation is crucial for successful recovery
    • Supporting families while maintaining patient confidentiality


    Resources & Links:

    • Renew Health Website: https://renewhealth.com/
    • Statewide Help Number: 575-363-HELP
    • Trent's Personal Website: https://www.thetrentcarter.com/
    • Book: "The Recovery Tool Belt" (Available July 3rd on Amazon, Books.com, and upcoming audiobook on Audible) -https://www.thetrentcarter.com/book


    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

    39 min
  • I’ve Been the Addict, the Daughter, and the Mom - Featuring Jennifer Chase

    In this powerful episode, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Jennifer Chase, a "triple winner" whose story illuminates the complex roots of addiction and the transformative power of authentic healing.


    Jennifer opens up about growing up in generational addiction, experiencing childhood sexual abuse, and how a brain tumor surgery in her late twenties introduced her to opiates. She shares the pivotal moment when she first felt the drugs' effects: "Where the heck has this been my whole life?" - describing how substances finally quieted the relentless inner critic that had tormented her since childhood.


    Key Topics Explored:

    - Understanding addiction as a solution, not the problem

    - The role of shame, trauma, and feeling like a "square peg in a round hole"

    - How family dynamics can unknowingly enable addiction cycles

    - The devastating moment Jennifer discovered she had become her son's drug dealer

    - Her journey from suicidal ideation to inpatient treatment

    - Learning that "the way to save my son was by saving me"

    - The difference between false peace (substances) and authentic peace (recovery)

    - How boundaries and natural consequences support healing

    - The ripple effects of one person's recovery on the entire family


    Jennifer's raw honesty about her path from desperation to hope offers invaluable insights for families struggling with addiction. Her story demonstrates that recovery isn't just about getting sober - it's about learning to "dance authentically" together as a family.


    Perfect for anyone seeking to understand addiction from the inside out, support a loved one in recovery, or find hope in their own healing journey.


    This description captures the essence of Jennifer's story while highlighting the practical wisdom and hope her experience offers to listeners.


    Need support on your recovery journey?

    Explore coaching, community, and Christ-centered healing at Jennifer Chase's Website:

    https://www.riseaddictionlc.com


    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

    46 min
  • How to Stop Emotional Eating - with Kristy McCammon

    When food becomes your closest friend, your comfort, and eventually your captor, where do you turn? In this deeply honest conversation, Kristy McCammon shares her journey from childhood food addiction to finding true freedom through surrendering to Christ.

    As a lifelong Christian who still struggled with binge eating and food obsession, Kristy discovered that knowing Jesus wasn't enough - she had to make Him Lord over every area of her life, including her relationship with food. Through tears, surrender, and God's abundant grace, she learned to trade the false comfort of processed foods for the true comfort found only in Christ.


    In this episode, you'll discover:


    • How childhood trauma can create unhealthy coping mechanisms that follow us into adulthood
    • The difference between physical and emotional food cravings
    • Practical tools for navigating food pushers and social situations
    • Why shame keeps us trapped and how grace sets us free
    • The "stop, pray, walk away" method for breaking compulsive eating patterns
    • How to advocate for yourself while maintaining loving relationships


    Whether you're struggling with food addiction, emotional eating, or any area where you're seeking comfort from sources other than God, this conversation will encourage you to take that next step toward surrender and freedom.


    Resources mentioned:

    Visit her website https://www.lifeunbinged.com/ to learn more about her Life Unbinged book and program, sign up for resources, and access tools to help them break free from binge eating and food struggles through a Christ-centered approach.


    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

    41 min
  • Feel It to Heal It: Finding Love After Heartbreak

    How do you find love after heartbreak? It's a question almost everyone over the age of 10 has asked. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Pamela Williams, an emotional intelligence coach with a background in social work and psychology, to explore the intersection of faith, resilience, and healing from life's deepest wounds.


    Pamela shares her personal journey of transformation through writing her book and discovering the natural steps she takes to maintain positivity and resilience despite facing abandonment, rejection, and trauma. Drawing from her faith in Christ and professional expertise, she reveals why "you have to feel it to heal it" - even when every instinct tells you to avoid the pain.


    In this episode, you'll discover:

    • How to build resilience as a learnable skill
    • The crucial role of mindset in emotional intelligence
    • Why stuffing emotions keeps you stuck in cycles of pain
    • Practical strategies for setting healthy boundaries without guilt
    • How to support loved ones struggling with addiction while protecting your own well-being
    • The difference between enabling and truly helping someone
    • Simple meditation techniques for releasing rumination and connecting with faith
    • How to rediscover your identity when you've lost yourself in caretaking


    Whether you're navigating romantic heartbreak, family trauma, or the exhaustion of caring for someone with addiction, Pamela offers hope-filled, practical wisdom rooted in faith. This conversation will challenge you to examine your own patterns while providing concrete tools for healing and moving forward.


    Visit Her website : https://www.ramoniministries.com/




    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

    58 min
  • Behind Closed Doors: The Porn Addiction Destroying Marriages

    In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Rick Cheatham, a former fire captain who transformed his deepest struggles into a ministry of hope and healing. Rick shares his raw, 40-year journey from addiction to restoration—a story that will resonate with anyone facing the hidden battle of pornography addiction or loving someone who is.



    What You'll Discover:
    • The Prayer That Changed Everything - Rick opens with his specific prayer for a wife and how God's answer came with unexpected challenges that would test his faith for decades.
    • From Secret Shame to Serial Betrayal - An honest look at how pornography addiction escalated from magazines to clubs to prostitution, and the devastating impact on his marriage.
    • The Moment of Truth - When his wife said "I hate you, I hate God, I hate the church" and walked out with their two young sons, Rick faced a choice that would determine his family's future.
    • The Underground Epidemic - Why 25% of pastors struggle with pornography and how the church's silence perpetuates the problem instead of providing healing.
    • Childhood Trauma's Hidden Role - Understanding how unhealed wounds from childhood create the perfect storm for sexual addiction in adulthood.
    • The Transformation Process - How Rick and his wife rebuilt trust over 10 years and created a marriage that now causes strangers to ask, "How long have you been married? You act like newlyweds!"
    • Grace vs. Guilt - Why religious shame often makes the problem worse and how understanding God's true nature became the key to freedom.


    Visit Rick's Website - http://www.rickcheatham.com/


    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

    55 min
  • Not Just Bruises: Recognizing All Forms of Domestic Abuse

    In this crucial episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Stacey Womack, founder of Abuse Recovery Ministry and Services (ARMS), to explore the complex reality of domestic violence and abuse within relationships - particularly in Christian contexts.


    What You'll Learn:

    • The Hidden Forms of Abuse - Discover why most abuse isn't physical, but rather emotional, psychological, financial, and sexual manipulation designed to gain power and control
    • Recognizing the Patterns - Learn to identify subtle signs like isolation, "crazy making" behaviors, financial control, spiritual manipulation, and the weaponization of scripture
    • Safety vs. Normal Conflict - Understand the critical difference between healthy marital disagreements and abusive relationship dynamics
    • The Addiction Connection - Explore how substance abuse, pornography addiction, and other compulsive behaviors intersect with and escalate domestic violence
    • Breaking the Cycle - Discover why traditional couples counseling often fails in abusive relationships and what approaches actually work


    Important Note: If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available. This episode contains important safety information and resources for taking the first steps toward freedom and healing.


    Remember: You are not alone, it's not your fault, and there is hope for a different future.

    Visit her Website - https://abuserecovery.org/


    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

    53 min
  • You Just Discovered Your Child is Using Drugs? What Now?

    Host Tanya Gioia sits down with Darryl Rodgers, a speaker, author, and family recovery coach, who shares his powerful story of losing his son Chase to a drug-related car accident. In this heartfelt episode, Darryl explains how he turned his grief into purpose, helping families understand addiction, set healthy boundaries, and support loved ones without enabling.


    In this episode, we explore:

    Why family is key to lasting recovery

    How fear and control can damage parent-child relationships

    The difference between enabling vs. supporting

    Darryl’s 6-step Family Recovery Roadmap

    Using faith and grief to grow emotionally and spiritually


    Resources & Programs

    Darryl's Offerings: https://thefamilyrecoverycoach.com/resources

    "Ignite the Hope" Course - A comprehensive program that can be completed quickly or extended over a full year with one-on-one coaching

    Free Communication Guide - Practical scenarios and responses for common situations with children battling addiction

    Upcoming Book: "Confessions of a Recovering Helicopter Dad: How to Stop Hovering Over Your Addicted Child and Chart Your Own Course for Peace"


    Connect with Darryl:

    Website: https://thefamilyrecoverycoach.com/

    TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@thefamilyrecoverycoach


    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

    1 hr

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