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Welcome to the 362nd episode of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast, your supportive platform for discussing and navigating anxiety disorders. This episode zeroes in on effective strategies for breaking the relentless cycle of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). We explore how OCD, a relentless intruder, disrupts daily routines and creates a perpetual cycle of thought, anxiety, and compulsion, leading to temporary relief. However, we emphasize the integral truth: you are not a prisoner to OCD.
We delve into the concept of choice. An essential starting point to regain control of our lives is consciously choosing helpful actions that align with our values, swapping old habits for healthier ones that guide us in facing our anxieties rather than letting OCD lead.
Our discussions highlight the significance of allowing ourselves to accept and fully experience all our emotions, rather than selectively numbing the difficult ones. We lean on the words of Brene Brown in "The Gifts of Imperfection", underlining that numbing the painful emotions invariably results in the numbing of positive ones as well.
Dealing with OCD begins with understanding that it's healthy to not incessantly pursue happiness. On this journey, acceptance plays a paradoxical role. Acknowledging and facing our struggle is what ultimately leads to genuine progress. By loosening the grip OCD has on our lives, we open ourselves to new possibilities and a better quality of life.
Do join us to gain a deeper understanding of dealing with OCD and improve your life. Remember, we're here for you, and we would love to hear your thoughts. We also have a growing YouTube channel full of helpful content. Please note, however, that our podcast and services should never substitute professional medical or mental health advice
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 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?
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
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