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Perfectionism anxiety

Perfectionism Anxiety (and the Dreaded Perfectionist Trap) | Ep. 355

[podcast src=”https://html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/28176413/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/no/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/87a93a/” width=”100%” scrolling=”no” class=”podcast-class” frameborder=”0″ placement=”top” primary_content_url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/kimberleyquinlan/Perfectionism-Anxiety-and-the-dreaded-Perfectionist-Trap.mp3″ libsyn_item_id=”28176413″ height=”90″ theme=”custom” custom_color=”87a93a” player_use_thumbnail=”” use_download_link=”” download_link_text=”” /]Perfectionism anxiety almost destroyed my life. If you are someone who suffers from perfectionism, you know exactly what it’s like to be stuck in the perfectionistic trap. It’s hell, quite frankly. We’re here today to talk about how to overcome perfectionism and how to create a life where you can still succeed. You can still do the things you want just without being constantly anxious and depressed and never feeling like you’re enough.  (more…)

OCD and Drinking: Does alcohol make OCD worse?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by intrusive thoughts, obsessions, and compulsions that can significantly impact a person’s daily life. 

For individuals struggling with OCD, finding ways to manage their symptoms and maintain a sense of control feels crucial. 

However, some individuals may turn to alcohol as a means of coping with their OCD, which raises an important question: Does alcohol make OCD worse? (more…)

What if I never get better

What if I never get better? – Tools & Strategies to Stay Hopeful & Focused on Recovery | Ep. 354

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What if I never get better? This is a common and distressing fear that many people worry about. It can feel very depressing, it can be incredibly anxiety-provoking, and most of all, it can make you feel so alone. Today, I’m going to address the fear, “What if I never get better?” and share tools and strategies to stay hopeful and focused on your recovery. (more…)

Does Stress Make OCD Worse? (Managing OCD and stressful life events)

“Does stress make OCD worse?” is a common question among our OCD clients.

The simple answer here is, yes, stress can make OCD symptoms worse.

If you struggle with OCD and you notice that your obsessions and compulsions have intensified during a particularly stressful time, then please know that this is very common.

While stress does give OCD new fears to latch onto (thanks, OCD!), there are highly effective ways of managing and reducing stress which in turn will alleviate OCD symptoms.

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23 of the Best Books for OCD Recovery

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder or OCD is a common and debilitating disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. Those who struggle with OCD experience unwanted and repetitive thoughts, leading to compulsions that can take over their lives. 

While professional treatment is crucial, there are several great books on OCD that can provide valuable insights, coping strategies, and a sense of support.

Without further delay, let’s take a look at 23 of the best books for OCD on the market. (more…)

When social media causes anxiety and depression

When Social Media Causes Anxiety (and Depression) | Ep. 353

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[00:00:00] If social media causes anxiety, you will find this incredibly validated. Today, we are covering the nine reasons why social media causes anxiety and depression, and we will get specific about how you can overcome social media anxiety and depression. In a way that feels right to you, so let’s go.

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Will My OCD get worse over time?

“Will my OCD get worse over time?” is a common question asked by those with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

In this article, we’re going to explore what may increase the severity of OCD symptoms, and the many options that are available to you to combat those symptoms.

It’s important to understand that we cannot predict when or how OCD will worsen, only that certain components can play a significant role. Stress, comorbidities, life circumstances, and – you guessed it – engaging in compulsions can all increase the severity and intensity of OCD symptoms.

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AM I doing ERP CORRECTLY

Am I doing ERP correctly? 3 Common OCD Traps | Ep. 352

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Am I doing ERP correctly? This is a common roadblock I see every week in my private practice. I think it is a common struggle for people with anxiety and OCD. Today, we will talk about the three common OCD traps people fall into and how you can actually outsmart your OCD and overcome it.

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CBT therapy for OCD: Techniques, Examples, and Effectiveness

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) describes a group of science-backed methodologies proven to treat a multitude of mental health conditions.

ERP (exposure and response prevention) is a type of CBT that is considered the gold standard treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

There are many different therapies available and it can overwhelm sufferers when trying to figure out which would be most helpful in their recovery.

It is important to understand that certain therapies work better for certain disorders.

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351 Stopping Compulsions using Attention Control (with Max Maisel)

Stopping Compulsions using Attention Control (with Max Maisel) | Ep. 351

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If you are interested in stopping compulsions using attention control, this is the episode for you.  I am really excited for this episode. This was a deep dive into really how to fine-tune your mindfulness practice for anxiety and OCD. Today we have the amazing Max Maisel, who is an OCD and anxiety specialist here in California. He came on to talk about these really nuanced differences of mindfulness, where we might go wrong with mindfulness, how we can get a deeper understanding of mindfulness, and this idea of attentional control. The real thing that I took away from this is how beneficial it can be at reducing mental compulsions, putting our attention on the things that we value, putting our attention on what we want to put attention on, not in a compulsive way at all. In fact, we addressed that throughout the episode, and it’s just so, so good. I’m so grateful to you, Max, for coming on, and I just know you guys are going to love this episode.

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