In this insightful episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia welcomes Tim Thomas, a veteran and expert in sleep, breathwork, and resilience. Tim shares his personal journey from military service and PTSD to discovering the transformative power of rest, breathwork, and small, intentional habits.

They discuss how chronic stress, sleep deprivation, and a fast-paced lifestyle can impact mental and emotional well-being—especially for those supporting a loved one through addiction. Tim provides practical tools for improving sleep, calming the nervous system, and reclaiming energy through simple but powerful habits.

If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety, exhaustion, or restless nights, this episode offers faith-centered strategies to reset your body, mind, and spirit.

Key Takeaways:

✨ The science behind sleep and its impact on resilience

✨ How breathwork calms the mind and body

✨ The role of faith and self-worth in overcoming stress

✨ Simple, daily micro-habits to restore energy and well-being

✨ Letting go of manic energy and trusting God's plan

Scriptures Mentioned:

📖 Matthew 11:28-30 – "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

📖 Psalm 127:2 – "For he grants sleep to those he loves."

📖 Philippians 4:6-7 – "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."

Resources & Links:

🔗 Tim Thomas’ Website: https://breathworkinbed.com.au/

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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