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Welcome to Episode 369 of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast, a platform that inspires a more positive relationship with anxiety disorders and provides insights on overcoming the control of fear in one's life.
In this episode, we unpack the crucial aspect of motivation in overcoming Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Discover how easy it is to misplace motivation into unhelpful thoughts and actions, resulting in a cyclic battle with OCD that people often fight silently. Yet, it is essential to realize that you're diverting your energy resources into the wrong path.
Explore anecdotes from different people who have confronted and overcome OCD, provided as directional signposts to keep you moving forward. You'll also hear about practical suggestions such as reading inspirational autobiographies and real-life stories of victory over adversity.
Delve into the underlying principle of forming sustainable habits to conserve motivation resources. By transforming vital OCD management techniques and exposure activities into regular practices, coping with OCD becomes less tiresome and more automated. Learn how to ensure your focus remains on the proper path.
Remember that recovery involves acknowledging fear while continuing to live out personal values and ambitions. Enjoy this guided exploration on leveraging motivation to free yourself from OCD's grip. And should you have any questions or need further clarification, please feel free to get in touch.
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Disclaimer:
Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.
Episode 360 - Perceived Fears vs. Reality: Unraveling OCD's Illusions
Episode 359 - If I Stop Performing Compulsions Will OCD Leave Me Alone?
Episode 358 - Mastering OCD: Embracing Choice For Greater Empowerment
Episode 357 - Tech Tools For OCD
Episode 356 - From Intrusive Thoughts To Inner Peace: Coping Mechanisms For OCD
Episode 355 - Relationship OCD & Wanting That Just Right Feeling
Episode 354 - OCD Essential Skills - How To Practice Feeling Your Emotions
Episode 353 - Why People Don’t Understand OCD
2024 - The Year You Get OCD Under Control?
Episode 351 - Fear & Loathing In OCD Land
Episode350 - The Christmas OCD Story - Make It One Of Strength & Resilience
Episode 349 - Does ERP Always Work For OCD?
Episode 348 - Getting In The Face Of OCD With Compassionate Determination
Episode 347 - Is Accepting OCD Giving In To It?
Episode 346 - A Chat With Stroke Survivor, Author & Speaker Angie Read
Episode 345 - Three Ways To Deal With OCD In Everyday Life
Episode 344 - A Chat About Anxiety, Loneliness & Leadership With Nick Jonsson
Episode 343 - Decision Making OCD
Episode 342 - Mindful Obsessions - No, It’s Not a Contradiction...
Episode 341- Because I’ve Had OCD For So Long, Does That Mean I’m Always Going To Be Stuck?
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