Bonus Ep: How to FORGIVE Yourself for Intrusive Thoughts: Self-Compassion for OCD Shame & Guilt

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In this episode, we talk about one of the most painful parts of OCD and anxiety: the shame that comes from intrusive thoughts. Many people experience sudden thoughts that are violent, sexual, blasphemous, or completely against their values—and when they do, they often assume it must mean something terrible about them.

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Mindfulness Exercise for OCD | Ep. 468

In this episode, I share the one mindfulness skill I teach every OCD client to help you respond to intrusive thoughts without getting stuck in rumination, urgency, or compulsions—especially when you’re feeling overwhelmed. (more…)