
Five Building Blocks of Recovery
Claim This Podcastby Jared Bendifallah
Podcast Overview
<p>The Five Building Blocks of Recovery is a mental health podcast for people in recovery from one or more mental health conditions, their friends and family, and those in the mental health field who are providing support and treatment.<br><br></p><p>The podcast will be partly educational and partly conversational; some episodes will focus on one or more aspects of each of the Five Building Blocks, while others will consist of interviews with people in recovery or people with expertise on one or more building blocks.<br><br></p><p>Ultimately the goal is to leave you with simple ideas and action steps for your mental health recovery journey or for someone you care about.<br><br></p><p>New episodes typically come out every four weeks on Sunday afternoons at 3PM, Pacific Time.<br><br></p><p>Peer support group facilitator, peer support specialist, and professional mental health speaker Jared Bendifallah talks about mental health through the lens of his Five Building Blocks of Recovery which can provide a roadmap for recovery – a simple yet profound framework -- for those living with a mental health condition (and inspiration for their loved ones).<br><br></p><p>Remember, recovery is possible, and hope is real 😊</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer: The insights and offerings shared by guests reflect their own views and experiences. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health, clinical, or medical advice. Always use your own judgment when considering any services, programs, or resources mentioned.</p><p><br>For more information about the Five Building Blocks of Recovery and/or to contact Jared, go to <a href="https://thefivebuildingblocksofrecovery.com/">Five Building Blocks of Recovery (thefivebuildingblocksofrecovery.com)</a></p><p><br><br></p>
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Publishing Since
8/4/2024
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Recent Episodes

April 12, 2026
The Five Tools for Cultivating Indestructible Resilience Along the Mental Health Recovery Journey
When you’re exhausted, scared, or stuck in that loop of “nothing is getting better,” resilience isn’t a personality trait, it’s a set of choices you can practice. In this episode, I share the five tools that you can lean on to build indestructible resilience in recovery from a mental health condition, especially when life is complicated by anxiety, depression, grief, or physical health issues that bring uncertainty and long waits for answers. If you’ve ever felt beaten down or close to giving...

March 15, 2026
Getting Unstuck: How Obstacles Become The Path To Your Life’s Calling with Ben Hummell
What if the hardest seasons in life and along the mental health recovery journey aren’t detours but doorways? We sit down with depth psychotherapist, coach, and author Ben Hummell to unpack how identity, transitions, and purpose intersect—and why your most stubborn obstacles may be pointing you toward your life’s work. In this episode Ben and I discuss the following: 1. Navigating identity struggles 2. Handling life transitions 3. The "wound drive" versus the "genius drive" and why both...

February 15, 2026
Is it Safe to Unmask? The Power of Authenticity and Advocacy to Transform Your Mental Health with Merlot Ghadoushi
In a world that forces many of us to mask, especially those with mental health conditions, what if your real power comes from authenticity and turning authenticity into impact? That question sits at the heart of our conversation with youth mental health advocate, student, and writer Merlot Ghadoushi, who opens up about rerouting her college path to protect her mental health, learning to set boundaries, prioritizing rest, and building advocacy work that turns vulnerability into action. W...
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- What is Five Building Blocks of Recovery?
<p>The Five Building Blocks of Recovery is a mental health podcast for people in recovery from one or more mental health conditions, their friends and family, and those in the mental health field who are providing support and treatment.<br><br></p><p>The podcast will be partly educational and partly conversational; some episodes will focus on one or more aspects of each of the Five Building Blocks, while others will consist of interviews with people in recovery or people with expertise on one or more building blocks.<br><br></p><p>Ultimately the goal is to leave you with simple ideas and action steps for your mental health recovery journey or for someone you care about.<br><br></p><p>New episodes typically come out every four weeks on Sunday afternoons at 3PM, Pacific Time.<br><br></p><p>Peer support group facilitator, peer support specialist, and professional mental health speaker Jared Bendifallah talks about mental health through the lens of his Five Building Blocks of Recovery which can provide a roadmap for recovery – a simple yet profound framework -- for those living with a mental health condition (and inspiration for their loved ones).<br><br></p><p>Remember, recovery is possible, and hope is real 😊</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer: The insights and offerings shared by guests reflect their own views and experiences. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health, clinical, or medical advice. Always use your own judgment when considering any services, programs, or resources mentioned.</p><p><br>For more information about the Five Building Blocks of Recovery and/or to contact Jared, go to <a href="https://thefivebuildingblocksofrecovery.com/">Five Building Blocks of Recovery (thefivebuildingblocksofrecovery.com)</a></p><p><br><br></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates bi-weekly.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
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