Do you feel like addiction has stolen the peace and purpose from your home, leaving you overwhelmed and unsure of who you are in Christ?
✨ Welcome to Faith Over Addiction! ✨
This podcast is for Christian women who love someone struggling with addiction. Together, we’ll navigate the heartbreak, chaos, and confusion while uncovering God’s bigger plan for your life—and your family.
🌿 What You'll Find Here:
🎙 Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia
Tanya helps Christian women reclaim their God-given identity, set boundaries with love, and create a home filled with grace and peace—even when addiction tries to steal the show.
💡 You Are Not Alone. Your life, your home, and your faith matter. Let's walk this journey of healing together.
🌟 Want to be a guest? 🌟
Are you passionate about biblical identity, boundaries, and faith-based recovery? Join Tanya Gioia on Faith Over Addiction! Apply to be a guest through PodMatch.
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⚠ DISCLAIMER: Any advice shared is based on personal experience and research. There are no guarantees, as many variables impact success. Please take everything as opinion-based guidance.
💛 To Your Happiness,
Tanya Gioia
Do you feel like addiction has stolen the peace and purpose from your home, leaving you overwhelmed and unsure of who you are in Christ?
✨ Welcome to Faith Over Addiction! ✨
This podcast is for Christian women who love someone struggling with addiction. Together, we’ll navigate the heartbreak, chaos, and confusion while uncovering God’s bigger plan for your life—and your family.
🌿 What You'll Find Here:
🎙 Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia
Tanya helps Christian women reclaim their God-given identity, set boundaries with love, and create a home filled with grace and peace—even when addiction tries to steal the show.
💡 You Are Not Alone. Your life, your home, and your faith matter. Let's walk this journey of healing together.
🌟 Want to be a guest? 🌟
Are you passionate about biblical identity, boundaries, and faith-based recovery? Join Tanya Gioia on Faith Over Addiction! Apply to be a guest through PodMatch.
Visit: www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/faithoveraddiction
By joining through PodMatch, you’ll connect with a network that supports your message—without the hassle of contracts, performance targets, or restrictive requirements. Plus, enjoy exclusive benefits like automated podcast growth strategies, monetization tools, and free access to courses and trainings.
⚠ DISCLAIMER: Any advice shared is based on personal experience and research. There are no guarantees, as many variables impact success. Please take everything as opinion-based guidance.
💛 To Your Happiness,
Tanya Gioia
In this powerful episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Rose Ann Forte, international best-selling author and creator of the Choose Freedom® Program. Rose Ann shares her transformative journey from living a double life as a church leader struggling with alcohol addiction to finding true freedom through a faith-based, neuroscience-backed approach.
Rose Ann opens up about spending 29 years in a toxic marriage where she made her husband an idol, leading her into what she calls "the deep, dark abyss" of addiction and anger. After her divorce at age 60, she discovered a neuroscience-based recovery program that helped her break free—but something was missing. She realized they were "teaching God's Word without God" and began integrating Scripture into the recovery process, creating devotionals that would eventually help thousands.
This conversation explores the stigma surrounding traditional recovery programs, the power of neuroplasticity and renewing your mind (Romans 12:2), and why 12-week practice periods are essential for lasting transformation. Rose Ann challenges the idea that "that's just the way I am," explaining how neural pathways can be rewired through intentional practice, Scripture meditation, gratitude, and reflection.
Whether you're struggling with substance abuse, life-interfering behaviors like anger or codependency, or simply feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, this episode offers hope, practical wisdom, and a path forward rooted in faith and science.
Resources & Links
Books:
Bible App Devotionals: Search Choose Freedom in the YouVersion Bible App
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 Tanya Gioia as she talks with Dan Nichols, Lead Pastor and author of Making Scripture Simple, about intentional parenting, overcoming shame, and creating authentic Christian community. Dan shares his son Landon’s inspiring spiritual journey and how imperfect parenting, presence, and God’s grace shape faith at home.
They also discuss the importance of healthy community, managing technology, and making Scripture accessible for kids. This episode is full of hope, practical wisdom, and encouragement for parents, caregivers, and anyone navigating faith in a messy world
Resources & Links
Connect with Dan Nichols
Website: https://danandjoy.com/
Books by Dan Nichols
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
In this inspiring episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Kelly Leardon—founder of Walk Like Warriors and certified Director of Operations—to talk about time management, burnout prevention, and the life-changing gift of Sabbath rest.
Kelly opens up about her former 75-hour workweeks while raising four kids and attending seminary, and how embracing a biblical approach to time radically transformed her home, business, and heart. She introduces her “spaghetti brain” concept and her practical theme-day system that helps women move from emotional chaos to intentional living.
This conversation is essential for women juggling family responsibilities, supporting loved ones through addiction, or trying to run a business while feeling constantly overwhelmed. Kelly’s honest reflections as a “recovering workaholic” offer hope and practical steps for anyone who feels guilty slowing down, resting, or taking time for themselves.
Whether you're a mom, an entrepreneur, or someone navigating crisis while holding everything together, you’ll find biblical wisdom, simple systems, and real encouragement to reclaim your peace—and your joy.
Key Points
Resources & Links
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
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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
In this powerful episode, Tanya Gioia sits down with licensed therapist and mom of five Kristin Cogan to explore the concept of emotional hygiene and how it can transform motherhood from overwhelming to joyful. Kristin opens up about her own journey of having four kids under four and feeling like she was drowning despite appearing to have it all together.
Whether you're struggling with mom guilt, feeling touched out by the end of the day, or rushing through bedtime just to escape the room, this episode offers practical tools and compassionate guidance for reclaiming your peace. Kristin and Tanya also discuss the transformative power of therapy, including EMDR, and how doing your own healing work creates lasting positive change throughout your entire family system.
Key points
Resources & Links
Connect with Kristin Cogan:
Instagram: @imperfectlywonderfulmotherhood
Website: www.imperfectlywonderful.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
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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
In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Audrey and Blaine Rindlisbacher to discuss a topic often hidden in shame: pornography and sexual addiction. Blaine courageously shares his journey from childhood struggles through nearly four decades of addiction, revealing how he finally found lasting freedom through complete surrender to God and understanding the true triggers of addictive behavior.
This episode goes beyond surface-level solutions to explore the spiritual roots of addiction. Blaine and Audrey discuss why traditional approaches often fall short and how identifying the five core triggers—fear, dishonesty, resentment, selfishness, and self-pity—can unlock the path to recovery. They explain how these triggers apply to all addictions, from pornography and drugs to video games and food.
Audrey, author of The Mission Driven Life and founder of The Mission Driven Mom, shares her perspective as a spouse walking alongside someone in recovery, offering invaluable wisdom on separating the person from the behavior and maintaining hope without enabling. Together, they reveal how addiction is fundamentally a spiritual problem requiring spiritual solutions, and how God's character—faithful, honest, forgiving, selfless, and grateful—provides the antidote to every trigger.
Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking to understand this widespread issue, this episode offers practical tools, hope, and a pathway to freedom through faith.
Key Points
Resources & Links
Connect with Audrey and Blaine Rindlisbacher:
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
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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 Steve Rotermund, author of "God's Imperfect Plan is Perfect," for an honest and transformative conversation about codependency, addiction, and finding true identity in Christ.
Steve's story breaks the mold of typical addiction narratives—as a husband, father of seven, and pastor, he faced 13 years of his wife's prescription drug addiction while grappling with his own codependency. What makes Steve's testimony particularly compelling is his willingness to share the often-unheard male perspective on loving someone with addiction, as well as his own journey of walking away from God in anger before finding profound healing and restoration.
Through candid discussion, Steve reveals how childhood trauma, including abandonment and sexual abuse, shaped his codependent patterns. He shares the pivotal moment when a counselor told him after just 15 minutes: "You have codependency. You're part of the problem"—a truth that initially enraged him but ultimately set him on a path to freedom.
This episode offers hope and practical wisdom for anyone caught in the exhausting cycle of trying to "fix" someone they love, those struggling with their own identity, or anyone who has ever felt that God's plan for their life has gone terribly wrong. Steve's message is clear: God's imperfect plan is actually perfect, and true transformation comes not from behavior modification but from discovering your identity in Christ.
Key Points:
Resources & Links:
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
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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
In this inspiring episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Monica Ocejo, a Mexican-born fashion designer, breast cancer survivor, and author of "Between Threads and Tortillas." Monica shares her powerful journey of transformation—from immigrating to the United States with dreams of becoming a renowned fashion designer, to facing a devastating breast cancer diagnosis at 40 with three young children, to losing her fashion business and reinventing herself in the most unexpected way: making tortillas.
Monica opens up about her struggle with the "you can do it alone" mentality and the profound moment she learned to surrender control to God. She discusses navigating grief, finding identity beyond career titles, and discovering that her true identity is as a child of God. Through laughter, friendship, and faith, Monica found joy even in life's darkest moments.
Whether you're facing illness, loss, career changes, or feeling stuck in grief, Monica's story offers hope and practical wisdom about taking small steps forward, embracing creative healing, and holding onto God's promises when life collapses. Plus, you'll hear the hilarious story of her first day making tortillas in heels and fancy dresses!
Key Points
Resources and Links
Guest Information:
Book: Between Threads and Tortillas - Available on Amazon - https://a.co/d/hswL3YH
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
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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
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:
Resources & Links:
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
Three simple steps to meditate on God's Word
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
👋🏼 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
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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
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.
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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.
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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.
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Books by Kathleen Johnson:
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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.
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Resources and Links Connect with Annette Chesney:
Free Resources:
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If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship, please seek help from a qualified professional. Your safety is paramount.
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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.
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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.
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Resources & Links:
Scripture References Discussed:
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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:
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
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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
Scriptures Referenced
Resources & Links
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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:
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:
Connect with Anna McLaughlin
Podcast: Overwhelmed to Overcomer
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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 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
Resources and Links
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 conversation, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Kristen Wambach—author, speaker, podcaster, and ordained pastor—to explore the profound connection between being seen by God and experiencing true safety. Kristen shares vulnerable stories from her journey, including facing humiliation in a 6,000-member church choir and discovering divine guidance through unexpected signs (like a timber slug on her kitchen counter!).
Together, they unpack practical ways to build trust with God through journaling, how to stay "seated in heavenly places" above life's onslaught, and why letting our spirit lead—rather than our subconscious mind—changes everything. Whether you're feeling unseen in your own home, struggling with self-forgiveness, or trying to find safety amid chaos, this conversation offers tangible tools and spiritual wisdom for women seeking to anchor their identity in Christ rather than in circumstances.
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Scripture References:
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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 conversation, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Stephanie Jordan—author, speaker, and mother of five—to explore one of the most challenging aspects of parenting: knowing when to hold on and when to let go. Stephanie shares raw, honest insights about boundaries, codependency, and trusting God with our children's journeys.
From her personal experience as a widow raising five young children to navigating her teens' struggles with identity and choices, Stephanie offers biblical wisdom for parents who feel stuck between protecting their kids and controlling their lives. She challenges the common trap of finding our identity in our children's successes or failures, reminding us that maintaining relationships "at all costs" may actually cost us—and them—everything eternally.
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Resources & Links
Connect with Stephanie Jordan:
Website: www.thestephaniejordan.com
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/thestephaniejordan/
Her Books : https://www.thestephaniejordan.com/books/
This episode is essential listening for any parent struggling with a child making destructive choices, wrestling with codependency, or trying to figure out what healthy boundaries look like in family relationships.
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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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
What does it mean to battle fear and truly trust God with the ones you love?
In this powerful conversation, Heather Bradley—founder of Truth:Freedom Ministry, author of Unthinkable, and longtime pastoral counselor—shares her journey of parenting through addiction, trauma, and loss. Heather opens up about how fear showed up in her parenting, how God called her to release control, and how persistent prayer and spiritual authority brought transformation to her family.
Heather’s story is raw and hope-filled, reminding us that even in our darkest battles, God equips us with His peace and power. She also closes our conversation with a prayer breaking the spirit of fear—inviting you to step into freedom today.
If you’ve ever struggled to let go, prayed for a prodigal, or wrestled with fear in your parenting, this episode will encourage and equip you to stand firm in Christ.
Note : This Episode has two parts. Please check Part 1 for the rest of the discussion.
Meet Our Guest:
Heather Bradley is the founder of Truth:Freedom Ministry, a social media ministry equipping and encouraging women in the things of God. She is passionate about helping people walk through the hardest seasons of life—always by holding tightly to the hand of Jesus. Heather spent years serving in pastoral counseling ministry on staff at her church, and this year she published her first book, Unthinkable. Currently, she and her husband are embarking on a new adventure working at an RV park while preparing to buy their first RV.
Episode Highlights:
Heather’s journey of parenting through addiction, trauma, and loss
How fear creeps into parenting and how to fight back with faith
Why surrendering control opens the door for God’s healing
The power of persistent prayer and renewing your mind with God’s Word
Binding, loosing, and standing in your God-given authority
A powerful prayer to break the spirit of fear
Resources & Links Mentioned:
Heather Bradley's Website - https://www.truthfreedomministry.com/
Unthinkable by Heather Bradley — https://a.co/d/8WQv1Ov
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
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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