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Welcome to episode 373 of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast by Robert James Coaching. In this episode, we delve into the significance of finding enjoyment in life, especially while dealing with OCD and anxiety. Emphasizing the power of planned fun activities, we explore how integrating amusement and joy into your daily life can be instrumental in promoting mental health.
We look at various research indicating the benefits of fun and leisure, not only for mitigating the intensity of obsessions and compulsions but also for strengthening bonds with people in your social circles. We also discuss concepts like 'flow' state, teasing out its significance in overcoming OCD and anxiety. Amid anxiety-inducing thoughts and repetitive compulsions, having structured fun can bring about relief, helping you refocus your attention onto more helpful and joy-inducing aspects of life.
Despite the presence of OCD, fostering a habit of indulging in activities you love and engaging in good-hearted fun can potentially enable you to reconnect with your authentic self. Whether it's listening to a comedy podcast, going for a run, or engaging in intellectual conversations, finding ways to incorporate more fun in your day-to-day life can reap immense benefits.
A reminder for those struggling with anxiety and OCD: Robert James Coaching offers free sessions which can be availed through their website. Also, you can become a supporter of this podcast through Patreon or subscribe to the Instagram handle @robertjamescoachinguk and Youtube channel.
This podcast episode serves as an encouraging call to action for individuals struggling with OCD and anxiety: to not wait for the anxiety to subside but to take action today, to live life amidst the struggle, allowing all positive emotions to unfold naturally.
References
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5597001/
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/23/well/mind/having-fun-suceeding-coronavirus-pandemic.html#:~:text=When%20people%20are%20having%20actual,and%20it%27s%20good%20for%20us.
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 232 - Letting The OCD Monster Out Of The Cage
Episode 231 - Curiosity - The Precursor To OCD Acceptance
Episode 230 - Checking OCD
Episode 229 - OCD & Focus Control
Episode 228 - A Chat About Anxiety, Stress, Meditation & Parenting With Therapist Madhur-Nain Webster
Episode 227 - Morning Pages - Get The Anxiety Out
Episode 226 - When, Where & With Whom To Share About OCD
Episode 225 - Holistic Approaches For Helping To Manage OCD & Anxiety With Nicholas Corliss
Episode 224 - Anchorman : Three Helpful Anchoring Techniques For OCD
Episode 223 - OCD Does Not Discriminate & Is Not A Sign Of Weakness
Episode 222 - Doom Scrolling & Health OCD
Episode 221 - Hit & Run OCD
Episode 220 - Balancing Joy & Fear
Episode 219 - How Our Expectations Influence OCD Treatment
Episode 218 - OCD & The Sense Of Self
Episode 217 - A Lesson In Patience
Episode 216 -How To Remember to Be Self-Compassionate When You Have OCD
Episode 215 - OCD & The Pain Of Uncertainty
Episode 214 - Coming Back From Adversity - A Chat With Neuro Psychologist Bart Scholtissen
Episode 213 - The Hidden Benefits OF OCD (yes they do exist)
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