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Welcome to The OCD Stories, hosted by Stuart Ralph. The podcast has been heard over 7million times globally. Check out your first episode from our existing hundreds of episodes featuring experts, and people experiencing symptoms just like you today. If you do, you may just feel understood, heard and possibly help you identify your next step in your own personal journey to healing. Disclaimer - this podcast is not a replacement for therapy. Please seek treatment from a licensed mental health ...
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Here we talk about relationship anxiety and upgrading love partnerships-- how to go from DOUBTING your relationship to LOVING it and gushing about your partner.
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My epiphanies. Talks about mental health, anxiety, depersonalization, depression, empaths,highly sensitive people, ROCD, introverts and more. Not diagnosed with BPD but I have all the BPD traits.
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Contact me for a private session, visit www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact This podcast is all about OCD and anxiety and how we can have a better relationship with it. If you struggle with OCD or another anxiety disorder and want to learn how to manage it better, then this podcast is for you.
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My ROCD Story: How I Faced Doubt and Found Clarity in My Relationship
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to episode 488 of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast, where we delve into developing a more positive relationship with anxiety disorders. In this episode, I share my personal story of overcoming Relationship OCD, detailing the challenges and triumphs along the way. For anyo…
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ARFID, OCD & Anxiety: When Food Becomes the Fear
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to Episode 492 of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast! Join us on an enlightening journey as we delve into a lesser-known eating disorder that intricately links with anxiety – ARFID, or Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. In this episode, expert guest Taylor Rae Holme…
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How to Stop Intrusive Thoughts: A 3-Step Process That Starts with Awareness
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast, explore a practical three-step method designed to help manage intrusive thoughts and break free from the debilitating cycle of OCD. Host Robert James shares his personal experience and insights into acknowledging, tolerating, a…
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Dr Jon Abramowitz: Living well with OCD (#483)
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In episode 483 I chat with Dr Jonathan Abramowitz. Jonathan is a clinical psychologist with a private practice in Chapel Hill, NC specializing in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). He is also Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina. And author of several books including Getting over OCD, The f…
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10-Minute Meditation for Overthinking: Quiet Your Mind & Find Calm
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast, we dive into a soothing 10-minute guided meditation designed to help you move away from overthinking and towards a place of peace and calm. Whether you're struggling with racing thoughts or simply need a mental reset, this prac…
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You won’t heal OCD by playing it safe. Here’s why
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to episode 489 of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the importance of not playing it safe when dealing with OCD. We explore strategies to break free from the cycle of compulsions and step outside your comfort zone, embracing the discomfort to f…
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Listen to this if your partner watches porn Revisit
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A question we’ve had come up in our self-study course and also in our DMs– what do you do if your partner watches porn or follows a bunch of hot women on social media? (This speaks mostly to a pattern I see coming from women in relationships with men, but as always, not always.) In this episode, I share some thoughts on (particularly the excessive …
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Story: Rebekah Collins (Contamination & harm OCD, PMDD, advocacy) (#482)
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In episode 482 I chat with Rebekah who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. We discuss her early compulsions, trauma, an eating disorder, social anxiety and depression, agoraphobia, panic, being told she wouldn’t recover, her mum advocating for her, involuntary hospitalisation, diagnosis, joining support groups, exposure and response p…
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OCD and Oversharing: How to Open Up Wisely
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast, we delve into the complex topic of sharing your struggles with OCD and anxiety with others. We explore the potential benefits of opening up and the importance of choosing the right people to confide in. Learn how to balance bei…
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Story: Zoey (Fears of choking, obsessing over partners porn use, BDD) (#481)
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In episode 481 I chat with Zoey who has kindly agreed to share her OCD story with us. We discuss fears of choking and swallowing, obsessing over her partners porn use, therapy, exposure and response prevention therapy therapy (ERP), aligning therapy with her values, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), seeing her therapist through NOCD, and much more. H…
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Taking Action with OCD: Even When You're Not Ready
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode, we delve into the importance of taking action against OCD and anxiety, even when you don't feel completely ready. Discover why waiting for the perfect moment holds you back and learn how small steps can drive significant change. With insights on facing fears…
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Taking Back Control from OCD: Reclaiming Your Power
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast, we explore the challenging journey of overcoming the feeling of powerlessness caused by OCD. Learn how to shift your mindset and regain control not by battling your intrusive thoughts, but by changing your responses to them. Un…
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The "Trust Your Gut" Debunk with Chelsea Joy Horton Revisit
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When you're experiencing relationship anxiety, hearing "trust your gut" or "listen to your intuition" can be one of the most triggering things you can hear. Is your intuition telling you to leave, or is it ROCD? Tune in with Chelsea Joy Horton, OCD specialist with her masters in dance movement therapy and counseling. Together we share the more accu…
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Chrissie Hodges: Advocating for taboo OCD themes (#480)
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In episode 480 I chat with Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie is a Peer Support specialist, founder of OCD Gamechangers, and Author of ‘Pure OCD: The Invisible Side of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder’. Chrissie was awarded the hero award at the 24th IOCDF conference in San Fran. We talk advocacy, censorship, stigma, the need for advocates to talk about all ex…
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OCD, Anxiety, and Parenting Through Crisis – with Sarah Michelle Boes
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to episode 484 of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast. In this insightful episode, we are joined by Sarah Michelle Boes, a nurse practitioner, educator, and mental health advocate, who shares her inspiring story of dealing with OCD amidst the challenges of being a new mother…
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Stuck in the Loop? These 3 Things Might Be Why
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast, we delve deep into understanding and breaking free from the persistent cycle of OCD. Discover the three major pitfalls that keep individuals trapped in repetitive loops and learn actionable strategies to overcome them. Explore …
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Why reassurance seeking is not free (and what to do instead) revisit
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There are hidden costs of reassurance seeking, the act of trying to find certainty about your relationship. If you tend to constantly be searching for the perfect piece of advice (even from me!), you’re addicted to the illusion of certainty as a means of feeling safe. Listen to this episode for things you can do instead to reignite the spark in you…
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Jonny Say: Ideas for when people struggle with therapy for OCD (#479)
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In episode 479 I chat with Jonny Say. Jonny is a UK based therapist and co-director at The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. We discuss an update on him, we talk about ideas for when people struggle with therapy for OCD. We discuss the length of therapy, he normalises the time frame, trying other approaches, therapists, or a combination of therap…
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New Theme, Same Trap: Outsmarting OCD’s Shapeshifting
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast, we dive into the challenges of encountering new OCD themes just when you think you've made progress. Learn how to manage these unexpected triggers and prevent them from becoming full-blown obsessions. Host Robert James shares i…
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OCD and Indecisiveness: How to Stop Overthinking Every Choice
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to The OCD and Anxiety Podcast, Episode 481, where we tackle the struggle of indecisiveness within the realm of OCD. In this episode, Robert James explores how perfectionism can hinder decision-making among those dealing with anxiety disorders. Through personal anecd…
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Sex anxiety: when you don't feel like having sex revisit
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I uncover the psychology of resistance to sex with our partners, along with the techniques I use to release this resistance and open up to intimacy in the bedroom. Links: Join me for my monthly Q&A on Patreon: patreon.com/AnxiousLoveCoach Watch Your Language Masterclass: anxiouslovecoach.com/watch-your-language-masterclass Conscious Communication C…
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Dr Josh Spitalnick: Health Anxiety, and living life well (#478)
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In episode 478 I chat with Dr Josh Spitalnick. Josh is a licensed psychologist, owner and clinical director at the Anxiety Specialists of Atlanta, an outpatient clinic. He is co-author of “The Complete Guide to Overcoming Health Anxiety”. We discuss what’s new with him, his book, the title of the book, this idea of mental health - health anxiety, a…
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Navigating Swallowing OCD: Transformative Tips from Personal Experience
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to episode 480 of the OCD and Anxiety Podcast, where we delve into the complexities of sensorimotor OCD, specifically focusing on swallowing obsessions. Join us as we explore practical strategies to change your relationship with this challenging condition, drawing fr…
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Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Dopamine's Role in OCD
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast, we delve into the often-overlooked connection between OCD compulsions and dopamine. Discover how this neurotransmitter, known for driving motivation and reward, plays a critical role in perpetuating compulsive behaviors. By und…
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How to know if you’re in a toxic relationship revisit
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How does one know that the relationship they are in is toxic or abusive? I often add the disclaimer to relationship anxiety content to disregard my insight if you’re in a toxic or abusive relationship. In this episode, I lay out my nuanced thoughts on this, knowing full well there are limitations even to this line of thinking. We discuss power dyna…
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Story: Jakob (Panic, derealisation, the fear of ‘going crazy’, existential OCD) (#477)
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In episode 477 I chat with Jakob who has kindly agreed to share his OCD story with us. We discuss his story, panic, derealisation, the fear of ‘going crazy’, existential OCD, his advocacy work, exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), and much more. Hope it helps. Show notes: https://theocdstories.com/episode/jakob-477 The podcast is made po…
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My 5 Biggest OCD Recovery Mistakes (And What to Do Instead)
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to episode 478 of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast with Robert James Coaching. In this episode, we dive into five common mistakes people make when trying to overcome OCD and explore effective strategies to combat them. If you've ever tried to fix every intrusive thought, …
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Breaking the Cycle of Self-Doubt: Overcoming OCD's Stranglehold on the Mind
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Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Welcome to episode 477 of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast by Robert James Coaching. In this insightful episode, we delve into the intricate ways OCD fosters self-doubt and undermines your confidence. Discover why OCD creates a cycle of endless questioning and how it erodes your …
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