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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 313 - Just Because You Have OCD Today, Does It Mean You Will In The Future?
Episode 312 - Sensorimotor OCD - When Awareness Melts Into The Background
Episode 311 - The Sometimes Confusing Difference Between Compassion & Reassurance
Episode 310 - OCD & Hyper Responsibility
Episode 309 -The bizarre & Unwanted Fear That Can Show Up As You Start To Overcome OCD
Episode 308 -The Problem With Reminiscing About Lost Opportunities Because Of OCD
Episode 307 - OCD & Avoidance
Episode 306 - How I Respond When OCD Sneaks Up On Me
Episode 305 - Self-Sabotage & OCD - The Comfort Of Doing What Doesn’t Serve Us
Episode 304 - Moving The Focus From Fears & Obsessions To Values
Episode 303 - Why Consistency Is Key In Overcoming OCD
Episode 302 - The Wonderful & Strange World Of Feeling Your Emotions
Episode 301 - A Conversation About Pure O With OCD Specialist Paul Mc Carroll
Episode 300 - OCD & Catastrophising
Episode 299 - How To Ride Out The OCD Storm
Episode 298 - How To Conserve Your Energy & Focus On What Truly Matters
Episode 297 - OCD Triggers - To Be Avoided Or Used As An Opportunity For Exposure?
Episode 296 - OCD & Art - A Chat With Molly About Managing OCD
Episode 295 - Why Don’t You Just Stop Thinking About It? A Lack Of Empathy For OCD
Episode 294 - OCD & Trust - Learning To Step Back Out Into Life
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