Faith Over Addiction Podcast

“Grieving the Life You Didn’t Choose”

I recently had the privilege of joining Tanya Gioia on the Faith Over Addiction podcast to discuss a topic that's deeply close to my heart: The grief that comes with loving someone struggling with addiction. This wasn't just another interview for me; it was a chance to speak directly to the women who are living in the tension between faith and heartbreak, between hope and exhaustion.

We dove into the reality that grief isn't only about death, it's about mourning the life you thought you'd have, the person you thought you knew, and the dreams that addiction has stolen. I shared how unprocessed grief can trap us in cycles of pain, but also how God meets us in those messy, complicated places where love and loss intersect. Together, Tanya and I explored practical ways to recognize hidden grief, set internal boundaries, and hold onto hope even when everything feels uncertain. If you're walking this difficult path, I pray this conversation offers you both the validation you need and the tools to move forward with