The Recovered Therapist

The Recovered Therapist

Hosted by Jeanie Griffin. Instead of focusing on psychological labels, diagnoses or psychobabble, we keep thoughtful topics simple, honest, and hopeful so you can grow personally and spiritually.

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December 9, 2025 7 mins

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A reminder to go back to basics with a simple practice I learned early on my road to a new path.

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Love does not mean you carry everything. In this episode, Jeanie shares a powerful message from @sisterlettysaidd, whose wisdom offers a gentle reminder to set down what is not ours to hold.

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Using pages 30-34 of the textbook, Alcoholics Anonymous, Jeanie reviews questions about why the 12 step programs talk so much about God and quitting substances on a non-spiritual basis.

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Are you lonely because you don't trust people enough to let them get close? In this episode, Jeanie shares how learning to trust yourself first can make it safer to welcome others into your life.

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October 28, 2025 6 mins

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Jeanie came across this beautiful piece of distilled therapy wisdom on TikTok and felt it was too meaningful not to share. In this short episode, she reflects on how a single minute can capture lessons it often takes years to learn.


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September 30, 2025 9 mins

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It’s not enough to just think about what’s on your mind. True clarity comes when you put your thoughts on paper. Writing can reveal hidden patterns, uncover subconscious beliefs, and shine a light on what’s holding you back. In this episode, you’ll learn two simple exercises to surface those deeper thoughts and begin changing what no longer serves you.

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September 23, 2025 10 mins

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It’s natural to dive into planning or try to “figure things out,” but what if peace comes more quickly when we turn to spiritual guidance?

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August 19, 2025 16 mins

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Do you begin a project then not finish it? Is it procrastination or simply a lack of education on how to do it? 

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Do you freeze when having a conversation with your alcoholic parent or loved one? Do you offer solutions when your alcoholic loved ones get into their victim stance? How do you remove yourself from those behaviors that place you in a position to be hurt?



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August 5, 2025 12 mins

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What happens when the giver gives out? Takers never think the giver will give out!

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July 29, 2025 5 mins

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In this episode we share two beautiful writings from Meditations of the Heart by Howard Thurman.

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July 24, 2025 9 mins

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We often hear the advice, “Just let go!” But what does that really look like in practice? In this episode, we share a clear, real-world example of what it means to truly let go.

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July 15, 2025 5 mins

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Can you observe without judgment? What if you spent a few hours, maybe even a whole day, just watching the world around you without labeling, reacting, or forming opinions? In this episode, we explore the quiet power of observation and challenge you to try it.

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July 8, 2025 19 mins

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How do you make sense of tragedy when it strikes?  Are you still wrestling with something that hit your own life or with an event that occurred in the world?  In this episode Jeanie shared how she made sense of tragedy when it struck her life.

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July 1, 2025 10 mins

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After losing their son to a fentanyl overdose, two parents are left grappling with unimaginable grief—and a surprising revelation. They say they want what he had. In this episode, we explore what they mean.

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June 24, 2025 9 mins

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Whether it’s morning, evening, or somewhere in between, take a moment to ask yourself: “Am I focusing on the good in my life—or dwelling on the negative?”

This short and powerful mindset check can shift your whole day. Join us for a quick attitude inventory that might just change how you see everything.

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June 10, 2025 11 mins

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Freud gave us the concept of defense mechanisms and today these psychological terms have become main stream in our language. What are the defense mechanisms you use most often? Are they hurting your growth or protecting you? In what areas do you need to grow?



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Jeanie Griffin confesses to two moments where her mind wandered, leaving her absent in the present. It's a reminder that this is no way to live!

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May 27, 2025 21 mins

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The air of negativity and uncertainty currently in our material world can easily catch us off guard and soon we slid into the current consciousness. When this happens return to affirmations, saying them with conviction. We can raise our vibration in spite of the circumstances around us.

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May 20, 2025 13 mins

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Reading spiritual passages, inspirational books, and drawing affirmation and oracle cards can sometimes guide us on our daily path. In today’s episode we draw inspiration and guidance from a variety of cards by different authors. 

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