What if your intrusive thoughts weren’t something wrong with you—but actually a protective mechanism rooted in past experiences?

In this heartfelt episode, Raffaela Marie dives deep into the nature of intrusive thoughts, exploring how they connect to chronic skin picking and other Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs).
Drawing from her personal healing journey and research, Raffaela sheds light on why intrusive thoughts develop, how they often stem from trauma, and why self-acceptance and community are essential for lasting healing.

You’ll learn:

• What intrusive thoughts really are - and what they’re not
• Why these thoughts often emerge from a place of protection, not pathology
• How intrusive thoughts fuel compulsive behaviors like skin picking
• Practical, holistic strategies for managing intrusive thoughts with compassion

If you've ever felt ashamed, afraid, or stuck because of the thoughts in your mind, this episode offers hope, understanding, and a realistic path forward.

🌟Come join is in STRENGTH The Roadmap to Healing from Chronic Skin Picking

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Intro
• 00:29 – Client Success Story
• 01:58 – Introduction to Intrusive Thoughts
• 02:54 – Understanding Intrusive Thoughts
• 05:16 – The Purpose of Intrusive Thoughts
• 06:36 – Personal Experiences and Coping Mechanisms
• 15:24 – Healing and Self-Acceptance
• 21:38 – Final Thoughts and Encouragement