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Welcome to episode 376 of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast by Robert James Coaching, where we discuss strategies to foster a healthier relationship with anxiety disorders and push past the boundaries that fear has imposed on us. In today's episode, we delve into overcoming limiting beliefs, specifically those revolving around OCD.
We explore not only directly confronting these beliefs but also an indirect approach of tackling them. This involves embarking on journeys we previously thought were impossible, thereby proving our self-imposed limitations wrong. Discussing the theories of renown psychologist Carl Jung, we probe the harmful impacts of black and white thinking, emphasizing that the embrace of "grey" areas is pivotal to fighting OCD.
We touch on practical techniques such as the Wim Hof method of cold exposure, encouraging you to challenge your fears in a safe and responsible way. Also recounted is a personal journey of learning to juggle as an example of a challenging but achievable task that helps break disabling beliefs about one's abilities.
This episode is peppered with insights aiming to inspire listeners to question their own limiting beliefs and consider activities or skills they have always found daunting. The main message is to break down problems into manageable tasks and relish the empowering sense of accomplishment once achieved.
Remember, we are not victims of OCD but have the ability to overcome it with a dash of discomfort, determination, and dedication.
References
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10392899/
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.
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Episode 196 - The Man Who Couldn’t Stop - A Chat With Author David Adam
Episode 195 - Can You Still Be Happy Despite OCD?
Episode 194 - The OCD Spotlight
Episode 193 - How To Short Circuit The OCD Cycle
Episode 192 - The Different Types Of Rumination That Keep OCD Going
Episode 191 - Joe’s Story Of Relationship OCD
Episode 190 - Build Self- Compassion For OCD With This Loving Kindness Meditation
Episode 189 - A Chat With Anxiety Expert Dr. Friedemann MD PHD
Episode 188 - Resistance - The OCD Multiplier
Episode 187 - Welcome The Challenge & Build Momentum
Episode 186 - The Difference Between Distraction & Being Positively Busy
Episode 185 - Why Do OCD Themes Change So Much?
Episode 184 - Doubts About Doubts About Doubts
Episode 183 - Anticipatory Anxiety - What Is It? & How Does It Impact OCD?
Episode 182 - ’Have I Offended Someone?’ OCD
Episode 181 - How To Be Like Kryptonite Against OCD
Episode 180 - OCD Moral Scrupulosity - A Chat With OCD Specialist Justin Hughes MA LPC
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