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

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

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

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

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

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

Resources Mentioned

Books:

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

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Podcast: Overwhelmed to Overcomer

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• Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5G6UwkBk5iyfec2gr5XhED
• Free Resource: "From Overwhelmed to Overcomer" Guide : https://subscribepage.io/from-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