The Inner Briefing

The hardest moment isn’t when life is falling apart. It’s often when everything is working, but something inside you starts asking for more. You’ve built a good life. Your career is working. Things are stable. Maybe even successful. And yet, somewhere beneath it all, there’s the feeling that something is missing. It's maybe not big enough to blow everything up. It's maybe not even big enou...

There are moments when the world feels too heavy to keep living normally. You open your phone and see violence, injustice, grief, and chaos. Suddenly posting about your work, your breakfast, your promotion, your art, or even your day job feels..wrong. It feels insensitive, self-centered, or like you’re ignoring what actually matters. So what are we supposed to do? Stop creating? Stop sharing? Stop...

Can AI replace a psychic reader — or make you a stronger one? In this episode of The Inner Briefing , Marie explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and intuition, and what it means to use tools like ChatGPT inside spiritual practices like tarot, astrology, and Human Design. You’ll hear how ChatGPT became a neutral co-reader and reflection partner during a real tarot spread — helping M...

How do you take action when you don’t know if you’re right? In this episode of The Inner Briefing , Marie Groover explores the paralyzing fear of being wrong, imperfect, or misunderstood —and how that fear quietly keeps so many thoughtful, capable people stuck. As we gain more awareness, more information, and more nuance about the world, it can become harder to act at all. The pressure to be “righ...

Why do we work so hard to control how someone else sees us Where does the fear of being misunderstood come from? And what happens when we finally stop auditioning for approval? In today’s episode, I share a story from a client session that opens the door to a much bigger conversation about self-worth, nervous system safety, and the patterns we inherit from childhood. We’ll explore how to recognize...

What happens when your life unravels all at once — your home, your identity, your pregnancy, your job — and you’re forced into a version of yourself you never planned for? In this deeply personal episode, Marie shares the extraordinary year that dismantled everything she thought she was becoming along with the unexpected rebirth that followed. From selling the oceanfront cabin that held her heart,...

AKA the hidden psychology of why change feels so hard (and how to make it stick). Why do we keep finding ourselves in the same struggles -- money stress, chaos, burnout, repeating conflicts -- even after we've worked so hard to move past them? In this episode, Marie shares the story of almost buying a $1.3M dream house with her fiance, right after becoming fully debt free, and how it revealed...

Is astrology really real? Or, is astrology just general enough that anyone can relate to it? This is one of the most common questions we receive, especially from our dear friends in corporate. So, in this episode, we dive into it, covering: the difference between generalization and specificity in tools like astrology, why lived experience can be more powerful than proof and how the real value of a...

What if embracing your background can unlock what comes next in your work and life? In this episode of The Spiritual 9-5, Marie Groover is joined by author, speaker, and coach John Wang to unpack his framework for “Big Asian Energy.” No matter your identity, your upbringing comes with cultural and familial scripts. These norms and expectations shape your life path, but they don’t have to limit it....

Ever have one of those mornings where you just can’t ? Where your vision feels heavy, your to-do list is endless, and all you want to do is lie horizontal and not be a human for a little while? Same. In this episode, I get real about what it feels like to lose momentum — and what it takes to start again when you really, really don’t want to. We talk about procrastination, creative burnout, and the...

What someone else thinks of you is 100,000% out of your control. The truth is: the way people see you and what they think of you is entirely colored by their personal lived experience and whatever they think of themselves. Still, we can't always help but pause (or even completely halt) before we stretch out of our comfort zones as we worry about what others might be thinking. In this episode o...

If you've ever held huge swathes of hardship alone, this episode is for you. Recorded in January of 2025, Marie Groover dives deeps into the weight of silence and the heaviness of navigating secret struggles without being able to fully express your truth or lived experience. Inspired by her own reflections on 2024, Marie shares the impact of holding hardships and discusses the contrast between...

Inspired by a client question, "How do we stop asking for or seeking permission?", Marie Groover explores the theme of seeking permission in our lives and how it can hinder personal growth and self-discovery. In this episode, she emphasizes the importance of recognizing when we seek validation from others and encourages listeners to take ownership of their desires and ambitions. By understanding t...

This episode of the Spiritual 9 to 5 podcast emphasizes the importance of returning to yourself amidst life's challenges and the duality that we hold as humans. In it, Marie shares a heartfelt update on her life, reflecting on the past six months filled with love, loss, and personal growth. She concludes with insights on the practice of mindfulness and the significance of grace in the journey...

Today we continue our Woo Woo at Work series with a deep and thoughtful conversation about tarot with Amelia Hruby. Amelia is a writer, educator and podcaster with a PhD in philosophy. She is the founder of Softer Sounds (the feminist podcast studio that produces this podcast!). And she’s also the host of my tiny tarot practice , a podcast exploring each card of the tarot with a tiny <10min epi...

I wish that everyone could know Sabrina Palazzo . Sabrina is a wellness entrepreneur, mentor, and the founder of Source Method ®. She discovered the healing power of breathwork in 2020 after experiencing profound personal loss, and has since made it her mission to share this work to others. In this open and candid conversation, we explore what breathwork really is and how powerful and accessible b...

This episode explores the importance of creating space and emptiness in our lives to cultivate awareness, meaningful thought, and meaningful production. Marie highlights the challenges of balancing multiple responsibilities and the impact of over-saturation on our well-being. In this solo episode, Marie shares personal experiences and offers practical suggestions for reclaiming time and embracing...

How much does your environment impact your well-being? In this episode, Marie is joined by Steve Kodad to explore why intentionally designing our space is so important for success and comfort at work. Steve Kodad is a national real estate trainer and author who specializes in incorporating the 4000-year-old “environmental science” of Feng Shui for home buyers and sellers. After 17 years as a teach...

Can reorganizing your desk improve your salary, energy, and work-life balance? We think so. Jacey Herbert is a meditation leader and eternal spiritual student living in Washington, DC, USA. She is the owner of Stillness and Wonder, a small business that offers energetic services (think Feng Shui + spiritual magic), intuitive readings, and meditations. Marie and Jacey co-facilitate Office Energetic...

This episode delves into the invisible ways that our environments impact us -- specifically our working environments. Where we work is where we spend the majority of our time. Therefore, being intentional about our working spaces can matter significantly. In this 3 part series, Marie introduces Office Energetics as a team building workshop, and offers a mini-deep dive for her listeners. In a world...

After a decade spent cultivating a career in patent law and technology, Meredith McCowan left the corporate world to become an astrologer. In this Woo Woo at Work episode, Meredith shares her journey of spiritual awakening and starting a business. Then she invites us to step into our integrity by getting to know our natal chart and our Big Three. This conversation is offered as support and inspira...

In this Woo Woo at Work episode, we dive into universal mathematics and learn how to align our work with the cosmos with the guidance of Maurielle Laurenne . Maurielle is a Cosmic Coach who combines Astrology + Quantum Physics with Behavioral Psychology + Executive Coaching to guide professionals on how to make better decisions by being in alignment with their unique energy patterns. For the past...

In this conversation, Marie Groover discusses the impact of bringing meaning-making systems such as astrology and human design into the workplace. She shares her experience of delivering workshops using these modalities and highlights the positive reception and engagement from participants. Marie emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and self-reflection in the workplace and how these practic...

In this Woo Woo at Work episode, we dive into meaning-making systems, touching on Gene Keys with Karen LePage. In this conversation, Karen shares her expansive career history, how the Gene Keys have informed her decisions, and the many ways this meaning-making system can support deeper organizational alignment. This episode is intended for those with an open mind, a desire for adventure, and a wil...

This episode is the second episode of our woo woo at work series here on the Spiritual 9-5 Podcast. In it, we discuss: the benefits of bringing somatic modalities like yoga, breathwork, meditation and mindfulness, into the workplace why these modalities may not be as effective as you think how to maximize the effectiveness and benefits of bringing these modalities into the workplace Stay tuned for...