I Have 12 Questions
I Have 12 Questions
S2 EP5 Kevin Griffin - Celebrated Author, Teacher & Leader in the Mindful Recovery Movement
S2 EP5 Kevin Griffin - Celebrated Author, Teacher & Leader in the Mindful Recovery Movement
S2 EP5 Kevin Griffin - Celebrated Author, Teacher & Leader in the Mindful Recovery Movement
Friday 8th September 2023
Listen to Kevin Griffin discuss his journey of sobriety, mindfulness, and the intertwining principles of Buddhism and the Twelve Steps.
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Episode Overview
- Kevin's candid reflection on his struggle with addiction and rock bottom experience in 1985
- Insights into the transformative power of mindfulness and daily meditation on the journey to sobriety
- Discussions on replacing destructive thoughts with positive affirmations and the intertwining principles of Buddhism and the Twelve Steps
A spiritual life is an acknowledgment that the material world can't bring authentic happiness and meaning to your life. It's a life of the heart and the mind, the felt experience where all the things we really care about happen. - Kevin Griffin
Have you ever wondered how mindfulness can shape your journey to sobriety? This episode of 'I Have 12 Questions Podcast' brings you a heartfelt conversation with Kevin Griffin, a celebrated Buddhist author and teacher in the mindful recovery movement. Amanda Patton, the host, kicks off the chat by sharing her personal connection to Kevin's work, particularly his book 'One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps', which has been a guiding light in her own recovery journey.
Kevin opens up about his Southern Baptist upbringing that painted meditation and Buddhism in a negative light, creating a fear that he had to overcome on his path to sobriety. He recounts his battle with addiction, hitting rock bottom, and the crucial moment in 1985 when he chose sobriety. Kevin’s reflections on combining Buddhist principles with the Twelve Steps offer a unique perspective on recovery.
His insights into daily meditation, mindfulness, and spirituality highlight their transformative power in fostering a sober life. The episode wraps up with a touching reading of a daily meditation, illustrating how replacing destructive thoughts with positive affirmations can be a cornerstone of recovery. Whether you're on your own journey to sobriety or supporting someone who is, this episode promises to be both enlightening and encouraging.