
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.
Episodes
224 episodes
Are You Looking At The Good?
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...
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Season 5
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Episode 20
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9:13

What Is Your Go To Defense Mechanism?
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 yo...
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Season 5
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Episode 19
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11:20

Not Being Present = Doing Dumb Things
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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Season 5
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Episode 18
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9:18

Affirmations to Replace Negativity
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 vibrati...
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Season 5
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Episode 17
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21:20

Readings To Guide you Today
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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Season 5
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Episode 16
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13:50

A Trick To Move Past Overwhelming Feelings
Feeling overwhelmed? In this episode, discover a straightforward yet powerful technique to help you reduce anxiety and move beyond overwhelming emotions with greater ease and clarity.
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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7:56

The Gratitude Challenge
It’s easy to slip into negativity—especially with so much going on in the world. But what if a few minutes a day could shift your whole outlook? In this episode, we explore the simple but powerful practice of naming five things you're grateful ...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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9:34

A Sacred Retreat at Ghost Ranch – October 1–5, 2025
In this special episode, Jeanie Griffin shares details about her upcoming retreat at Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu, New Mexico—the breathtaking landscape where Georgia O’Keeffe lived and painted. Under vast desert skies, among ancient red rocks, and w...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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11:12

The Vicious Cycle of Addicted Thinking
Addiction isn’t just about the amount or type of substance used—it’s also about the distorted thinking that develops alongside it. For alcoholics and addicts, substance use is often supported by irrational beliefs that make it difficult to see ...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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18:08

What Is Codependency?
The term codependency began being discussed in the late 1980s, with the first Codependency Conference being held in Scottsdale, AZ, in 1986. The terms have been used, banished, and used again. Dr. Tim Cermak tried to get the terms included in t...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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13:36

Not Finishing Things & Asking For Help
In this episode, Jeanie responds to a listener’s question about a common struggle for many Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA): starting projects but not finishing them. She explores the shame that often follows a lack of follow-through and why ...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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12:30

Adult Children and High Risk Relationships
Do you get tangled in high-risk relationships that end badly? Is your "picker" broken? Well, maybe those people pick you because you have a flashing neon sign on your head that says, "I tolerate unacceptable behavior."
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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8:38

Are You A Thinkaholic?
What if the questions designed to diagnose alcoholism were applied to your mind instead of your drinking? Johns Hopkins Hospital created a set of 20 questions to assess alcohol dependency — but what happens if you swap the word "drinking" for "...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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10:46

What Is A Soul Retrieval?
When we experience trauma, parts of our soul can disconnect as a way to protect us. In this episode, we explore the ancient shamanic practice of soul retrieval — a healing process where lost soul fragments are found and returned, helping restor...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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15:52

Ways to Be Closer to God as You Understand
Forget the theology and set aside everything you think you know about your higher power—use these suggestions to cultivate a deeper, closer spiritual connection.
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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18:16

I Can Offer My Emptiness
The spiritual path isn’t always easy, but it can be deeply transformative. In this episode, we explore the insights and truths Lorna Kelly discovered along her own journey—lessons that may inspire and guide you on yours.
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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10:32

Am I an Adult Child?
The Red Book, known as Adult Children of Alcoholics/Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families is the approved literature of the 12 step program for adult children. This podcast reviews the 25 questions mentioned in the book that helps participants of th...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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9:54

When Love Is Not Enough?
Why is it that love is sometimes not enough? Why is it we can love someone or something deeply yet there is too much pain associated with that person, place or event. What do we do then?
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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10:18

Collision of Instincts
What gets in the way of forming a true partnership with another person? How do instincts colliding or childhood experiences affect relationships? If we are disturbed by a person, place or thing, how do we move past it?
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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16:20

How to Go from Being Blah to Being Blessed
Feeling down or stuck in a rut? In this episode, we explore practical steps to lift your mood and break through feelings of blah or depression. Plus, we dive into the power of community and how connection can help us feel better together.
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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20:56

Initiation by the Water Spirits
Following the instructions from one of my shamanic teachers, Mandala, a Botswana Shona Shaman, I went to the Pacific Ocean to be initiated by the Water Spirits. What a trip! Listen now.
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Season 4
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Episode 50
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14:08

You Do Have Psychic Abilities
You do have psychic abilities! We all do. Let’s look at the 5 "claires": Clairsentient, Clairvoyant, Clairaudient. Claircognizant and Clairalience and see if you have experienced any of these ways of gathering information.
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Season 4
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Episode 49
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13:14

Los Angeles Wildfires Jan 7-11, 2025
Jeanie shares her experience with the Los Angeles Wildfires Jan 7-11, 2025
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Season 4
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Episode 48
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23:11

Acceptance, Expectations & Serenity
It is said that much of the time we judge ourselves by our intentions while the world judges us by our actions. Is that true for you? Do you focus on what needs to be changed in others, rather than what needs to be changed in yourse...
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Season 4
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Episode 47
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14:32
