In this insightful conversation, Tanya Gioia sits down with Arnold Beekes to explore the concept of brain fitness—a powerful approach to maintaining cognitive function and mental well-being. Arnold, originally from the Netherlands and now in Romania, explains how training the brain is just as essential as physical exercise, helping to prevent cognitive decline and enhance mental resilience.

Drawing from his personal journey of caring for a mother with dementia and Parkinson’s, Arnold shares why proactive mental training is vital. But this conversation goes beyond brain fitness—it delves into emotional awareness, personal growth, and the shift from outside-in living (seeking validation from others) to inside-out living (embracing authenticity and self-awareness).

Tanya and Arnold discuss how many women—especially those navigating the challenges of loving someone with addiction—become hyper-aware of external cues, adjusting their behavior based on others' moods and expectations. Arnold shares his own struggles with emotional suppression, chronic pain, and the realization that his unexpressed creativity contributed to his inner turmoil. He highlights three key steps to breaking free from these cycles: releasing shame, adopting a beginner’s mindset, and tuning into the body’s emotional signals.

If you've ever felt trapped by external expectations or disconnected from your true self, this episode offers a roadmap to reclaiming your identity and mental well-being. Tune in to discover how brain fitness, self-awareness, and intentional mindset shifts can empower you to live authentically and fully.

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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