Welcome to Episode 366 of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast by Robert James Coaching. In this episode, we delve into the often-critical role of compassionate courage in managing and overcoming OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) and anxiety.
We unravel the concept of self-compassion in facing the often-debilitating effects of OCD and anxiety. Many of us tend to fall into the trap of self-judgment and negativity, especially under the grip of OCD. Striking a balance between acceptance and compassion for ourselves can turn this around. Self-compassion is a verb, an active pursuit that can significantly alter our perspective, shaping it to be more positive and forgiving.
This episode also highlights quotes from profound thinkers like Thich Nhat Hanh, who emphasizes that compassion is an action. We also discuss Jack Cornfield's words of wisdom about the non-judgmental 'heart of compassion.' We explore how practicing self-compassion is akin to stepping into a hero's journey, where we acknowledge the challenges, face them head-on, and grow from our experiences in dealing with OCD.
Moreover, it is completely okay to have setbacks and mistakes along the way. These can actually be learning opportunities when viewed through the lens of compassion. The 'ancient heart of compassion’, as Cornfield phrases it, is the gateway to freedom which involves allowing ourselves to feel and process our difficult emotions and thoughts. This podcast endorses patience in this journey to wellness, shedding light on how adopting self-compassion can lead you towards a better, fulfilling life despite OCD and anxiety.
Through the course of this episode, we look at dealing with OCD from varied angles and explore different approaches like exposure work, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness techniques. In essence, this podcast underscores the importance of self-compassion and courage in acknowledging, facing, managing, and learning from our struggles with OCD. It illustrates how transforming this compassion into action can lead to authentic happiness and personal growth
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 332 - You Can Do More Than You Think - Overcoming OCD Limiting Beliefs
Episode 331 - A Meditation For Feeling Your Emotions When Struggling With OCD
Episode 330 - OCD & Lost Love -What If You Don’t Want To Be Self-Compassionate ?
Episode 329 - A Chat With OCD Specialist Paul Mc Carroll For World Mental Health Day
Episode 328 - A Chat About OCD With Psychotherapist & CBT Specialist Dr Avigail Lev
Episode 327 - Taking Action Today So That We Feel Better Tomorrow
Episode 326 - How To Rewire Your Brain - A Chat With Dr Karen Cureton
Episode 325 - Finding Inner Strength In The Midst Of Discomfort
Episode 324 - Riding The Waves Of OCD
Episode 323 - The Sneaky Tricks OCD Plays To Get Us Back In The Trap
Episode 322 - A Chat About Empathy, Rapport, Therapy & OCD With Ella Laniado LMSW
Episode 321 - Obsessions About Insanity
Episode 320 - Are You For You Or Against You?
Episode 319 - Midnight Ruminations
Episode 318 - Gremlin Head - A Chat With Comedian Andy Casper About OCD
Episode 317 - Perhaps Your Struggles With OCD Aren’t So Abnormal After all
Episode 316 - Finding Motivation On Those More Challenging Days
Episode 315 - Not Everything That Feels Good Is Good & Not Everyhting That Feels Bad Is Bad
Episode 314 -OCD & Loneliness
Episode 313 - Just Because You Have OCD Today, Does It Mean You Will In The Future?
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