Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD

Empowering Women through Hypnosis | Ep 69

💔 Are your relationship worries trying to tell you something… or is anxiety running the show? If you overthink every text, second-guess your partner’s intentions, or constantly wonder if you’re in the right relationship, you’re not alone. This quick quiz will help you separate real red flags from anxious thoughts.
 
Join me as I chat with Sabrina Johnson, host of the Sabrina Sense podcast and a certified NLP and Hypnosis mindset coach. Sabrina shares powerful client stories of overcoming deep-seated fears and limiting beliefs through hypnosis. We explore how guided hypnosis can transform negative internal dialogues into positive, empowering beliefs. Plus, Sabrina walks us through her journey from a career in sales to mastering the mind. Whether you're skeptical about hypnosis or curious to learn more, this episode is packed with insights and practical tips that could change your life.Connect with Sabrina on LinkedIn and YouTube!
 
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:29 Sponsor Message: Thriver
01:05 Meet Sabrina Johnson: Hypnotherapist and Podcast Host
01:55 Understanding Hypnosis and Its Impact
03:12 Case Study: Overcoming Resentment and Anxiety
05:42 The Hypnosis Process Explained
09:51 Sabrina's Journey into Hypnotherapy
12:08 Getting Certified in Hypnosis
14:12 Advice for Hypnosis Skeptics
15:18 Closing Remarks and Where to Find Sabrina
 
 
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When Workplace Doubts Spiral: Breaking the Overthinking Cycle | Ep 68

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Ever sent an email and then overthought it for hours or left a meeting feeling great only to scrutinize everything you said later? You're not alone. Erin Davis, a relationship coach for high-achieving women, shares how the biblical story of Gideon can help you break free from overthinking in both your professional and personal relationships. Discover practical steps to align with who God says you are and tackle your fears head-on. Erin also introduces her three-minute thought reset technique to help you move forward confidently. Tune in for empowering insights and an invitation to join her exclusive coaching program designed to help you overcome overthinking for good.
 
 
00:00 Introduction: The Overthinking Cycle
00:46 Meet Erin Davis: Your Relationship Coach
01:11 The Gideon Principle: Understanding Workplace Anxiety
03:34 Impostor Syndrome: A Spiritual Battle
05:29 Breaking the Overthinking Cycle: Practical Steps
06:18 Applying Biblical Principles in Relationships
06:50 Conclusion: Embrace Your Calling
07:10 Invitation to Transform: Join the Coaching Program
08:41 Next Week's Preview: Hypnosis for Positive Change
 
 
✅ Break free from the mental spiral so you can fully embrace the love you deserve. Download my 10 Tips for ROCD Checklist here.
 
✨ Feel deeply connected to your partner without overthinking every interaction. Join my Obsess Less, Love More program to create confidence in your relationship.
 
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Unmasking the Inner Self: Malisa's Path to Self-Love and Healing | Ep 67

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In today’s special episode of Bossing Up Overcoming OCD, I sit down with Malisa Heppner, host of the Emotionally Unavailable podcast. Malisa shares her transformative journey from hospice social worker to a renowned therapist and podcast host. We discuss the challenges she faced, including childhood and religious trauma, and how she built self-love, trust, and boundaries. We also dive into women's issues like generational trauma and societal programming. Plus, Malisa opens up about the powerful moment of gratitude towards herself and the ongoing process of self-compassion. Join us for an authentic conversation that could light up your path toward self-growth.
 
00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview
01:08 Sponsor Message: Thrizer
02:01 Starting the Conversation with Malisa
02:47 Melissa's Career Journey
04:54 Challenges in Education and Burnout
06:17 Healing and Self-Love
07:03 Religious Trauma and Self-Worth
09:06 Empowerment and Self-Trust
13:25 Women's Vulnerability and Societal Expectations
20:07 Embracing Feminism and Authenticity
21:07 Teaching Alignment and Authority
22:07 Finding and Sharing Your Light
23:25 Trusting Intuition and Surrender
26:49 Overcoming People-Pleasing
36:12 Healing Generational Trauma
39:46 Pursuing Purpose and Passion
43:17 Conclusion and Resources
 
✅ Break free from the mental spiral so you can fully embrace the love you deserve. Download my 10 Tips for ROCD Checklist here.
 
✨ Feel deeply connected to your partner without overthinking every interaction. Join my Obsess Less, Love More program to create confidence in your relationship.
 
💫 Content is proudly sponsored by Thrizer. Sign up with this link or use code “Erin” to have your 3% credit card fees waived for the first $2,500 in charges!
 
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Toxic Relationship Advice | Ep 66

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Ever feel like common relationship advice is making your OCD worse? In this episode, learn why typical advice like 'trust your gut' and 'when you know, you know' can be harmful for women with relationship OCD. We'll explore how these pieces of advice may feel like gaslighting and how intrusive thoughts can hijack your intuition. You'll also get tips on building self-trust, managing doubts, and improving communication in your relationship. Plus, find out about Thrizer, a tool that simplifies out-of-network therapy billing, and discover helpful courses to support your mental health journey. Let's break the cycle and move toward more secure and healthy relationships. 
 
00:00 Introduction: The Struggle with Relationship OCD
00:18 The Harmful Impact of Common Relationship Advice
00:57 Sponsor Break: Thrizer - Simplifying Therapy Payments
01:53 Debunking Popular Relationship Advice
02:46 A Real-Life Example: The Story of Jake
05:23 Recognizing the OCD Patterns in Relationships
07:21 What to Do Instead: Building Relationship Confidence
09:49 Practical Tips for Self-Trust and Decision Making
11:21 Conclusion: Embracing Uncertainty in Love
12:05 Next Week's Preview: Self-Trust and Confidence with Melissa
 
✅ Break free from the mental spiral so you can fully embrace the love you deserve. Download my 10 Tips for ROCD Checklist here.
 
✨ Feel deeply connected to your partner without overthinking every interaction. Join my Obsess Less, Love More program to create confidence in your relationship.
 
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*This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Cold Therapy and Calm: How the Wim Hof Method Helps Manage OCD | Ep 65

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Robert James Pizey, host of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast, is sharing how he worked through his OCD struggles with the Wim Hof Method. In this special episode, Rob shares how he uses the Wim Hof Method, which includes breath work, cold exposure, and mindset training, to help people manage anxiety and OCD. He explains how these techniques can improve mental and physical health. Rob also talks about his journey from being a teacher to becoming an OCD and anxiety coach, and offers words of encouragement for those struggling with OCD. Sponsored by Thrizer, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice.
 
00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement
00:37 Sponsor Message: Thrizer
01:27 Welcoming Robert
02:26 Rob Pizey's Background and Journey
03:21 Exploring the Wim Hof Method
06:50 Acceptance and OCD Management
15:03 Final Thoughts and Words of Encouragement
17:07 Where to Find Robert Pizey
✅ Break free from the mental spiral so you can fully embrace the love you deserve. Download my 10 Tips for ROCD Checklist here.
 
✨ Feel deeply connected to your partner without overthinking every interaction. Join my Obsess Less, Love More program to create confidence in your relationship.
 
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Tackling Vulnerability: Practical Steps to Emotional Intimacy | Ep 64

Ever wondered what vulnerable means? You'll hear the concept of vulnerability, how to be vulnerable, exploring why it's important for emotional intimacy and how it poses challenges for those with relationship OCD. I share why it's so powerful to be open, honest, and authentic about your feelings, supported by relationship research that highlights emotional disclosure as a foundation for intimacy. I've got practical steps to overcome fear and create emotional connections, such as sharing daily experiences, expressing needs, discussing fears, and talking through relationship OCD triggers.Tune in next week for a special conversation with Rob Pizey about the Wim Hof Method for managing anxiety and OCD. 00:00 Introduction to Vulnerability 00:15 The Role of Vulnerability in Relationships 00:44 Challenges of Vulnerability with Relationship OCD 01:17 Practical Steps to Build Emotional Intimacy 03:37 Common Fears and Misconceptions 04:44 Avoidance Behaviors and Their Impact 07:39 Steps to Overcome Vulnerability Fears 10:22 Conclusion and Encouragement 11:26 Next Episode Teaser
✅ Break free from the mental spiral so you can fully embrace the love you deserve. Download my 10 Tips for ROCD Checklist here.
 
✨ Feel deeply connected to your partner without overthinking every interaction. Join my Obsess Less, Love More program to create confidence in your relationship.
 
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Single & Overthinking? The Truth About Relationship OCD I Ep 63

In this episode, we delve into relationship-centered obsessions, which affect about 20% of the general population. Whether you're single and worried about finding the right partner or concerned that you're too damaged for a healthy relationship, this episode explores how these obsessions manifest and what you can do about them. Learn about mindfulness techniques, building self-trust, creating healthy boundaries, and tolerating uncertainty. Tune in for practical strategies to navigate singlehood while managing relationship OCD.
 
00:00 Surprising Facts About Relationship Obsessions
02:35 Common Intrusive Thoughts and Challenges
04:28 Practical Strategies for Managing Relationship OCD
04:52 Mindfulness Techniques for Dating
07:05 Building Self-Trust and Tolerating Uncertainty
09:39 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
09:56 Closing Remarks and Next Episode Preview
 
✅ Break free from the mental spiral so you can fully embrace the love you deserve. Download my 10 Tips for ROCD Checklist here.
 
✨ Feel deeply connected to your partner without overthinking every interaction. Join my Obsess Less, Love More program to create confidence in your relationship.
 
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Your Worth > Your Relationship: When It's Time to Choose You | Ep 62

Are you struggling to know if your relationship doubts are real or just OCD? In this episode, we dive deep into relationship breakups, how to recognize when it's time to leave, and the difference between relationship OCD and genuine relationship problems.
 
🎧 Episode Highlights:
00:00:00 Introduction: The struggle between real doubts and relationship OCD
00:02:13 Signs it's time to break up:
When your mental health is suffering
Impact on work, friendships, and daily peace
Inconsistent patterns of change
Being the only one putting in effort
00:03:45 Why we stay when we should leave:
Fear of being alone
Investment fallacy ("I've already put in so much time")
Fear of failure
Worry about not finding someone better
00:05:00 Relationship OCD vs. Real Problems:
How to distinguish between intrusive thoughts and genuine concerns
Examining the evidence
Tools for clarity in decision-making
 
🔗 Resources Mentioned:
Chat with Erin AI
Try Thrizer for out-of-network benefits!
 
Content is proudly sponsored by Thrizer.
 
Next Week: Tune in to learn how relationship doubts manifest whether you're dating, single, married, or divorced.
 
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Building Confidence and Self Trust with Trish Blackwell | Ep 61

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Super excited to introduce Trish Blackwell, host of the top-ranked Confidence Podcast with over 6 million downloads, on today’s episode of the Bossing Up Overcoming OCD show! Trish shares her journey of high achievement and how overachieving impacted her self-trust and confidence. We chat about the intertwined relationship between self-trust and confidence, and discuss practical tools to build these essential skills. From her background as a competitive swimmer to overcoming eating disorders and OCD-like tendencies, Trish emphasizes the importance of being a friend to yourself and developing daily habits like journaling and self-validation. If you’re dealing with OCD, struggling with self-trust, or simply want to boost your confidence, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Tune in to learn how to manage life’s curveballs and build resilience through self-trust.
 
🔗 www.trishblackwell.com
🔗 www.collegeofconfidence.com 
🔗 www.instagram.com/trish_blackwell  
 
00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Guest Trish Blackwell01:38 Trish Blackwell's Journey to Self-Trust03:50 The Importance of Self-Trust in Creating Confidence06:56 Practical Tips for Building Self-Trust14:16 Overcoming Overcommitment and Self-Criticism19:33 Daily Habits for Self-Trust22:20 Conclusion and Where to Find More
 
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You’re Not Too Much: How to Manage Needy Feelings in Relationship OCD | Ep 60

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ROCD can make you feel like "too much" or "needy" in your relationships. As a therapist and relationship coach, I’ve worked with many professional women who struggle with these feelings, and I understand how difficult it can be.
I’ll share some personal stories and give you tips on how to manage the overthinking and intrusive thoughts that come with ROCD. You’ll learn how to stop asking for constant reassurance, recognize fear-driven behaviors, and take a pause before acting on urges. I’ll also talk about how practicing self-validation can help you feel more confident and build healthier relationships.
Throughout the episode, I’ll help you challenge the false ideas your mind creates and encourage you to be vulnerable. You’re not too much—your feelings are valid, and you deserve healthy, strong relationships.
Join my Obsess Less, Love More program for more support in overcoming ROCD and building better relationships.
00:00 – Introduction to Bossing Up Overcoming OCD01:01 – What is Relationship OCD (ROCD)?02:58 – How Childhood and Upbringing Can Affect ROCD05:13 – The Reassurance Cycle and Why It Hurts You07:31 – Simple Steps to Break the Cycle10:02 – How Vulnerability Can Help You in Relationships11:35 – Final Thoughts and Encouragement12:52 – Teaser for the Next Episode
 
✅ Break free from the mental spiral so you can fully embrace the love you deserve. Download my 10 Tips for ROCD Checklist here.
 
✨ Feel deeply connected to your partner without overthinking every interaction. Join my Obsess Less, Love More program to create confidence in your relationship.
 
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