Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD

What To Do When You Can't Stop These Thoughts | Ep 109

Do you ever feel like you have to do certain things in a specific way or something terrible will happen? Like if you don't stop the microwave before it beeps, your family will get hurt? That's called magical thinking—and if you experience it, you're not crazy. You're dealing with a very real form of OCD. 💜
In this episode, I break down what magical thinking OCD is, how it shows up in everyday life, and why it feels so powerful even though it doesn't make logical sense.
🎯 What You'll Discover:
What Magical Thinking Really Is:🔹 Why you believe certain thoughts or actions can prevent bad outcomes [00:24]🔸 How this differs from superstitions or normal worry patterns [00:29]🔹 The irrational rules your brain creates to keep loved ones "safe" [01:06]
Real-Life Examples:🔸 The microwave ritual that controls your morning routine [01:06]🔹 Why you might avoid certain numbers, words, or actions [01:35]🔸 How magical thinking can take over your entire life [02:40]
Why This Happens and What to Do:🔹 The brain patterns that create magical thinking loops [00:37]🔸 Why this is a treatable condition, not a character flaw [03:11]🔹 Next steps: Understanding the core lie OCD tells you [03:30]
⏰ Episode Timeline:
00:00 Introduction to Magical Thinking00:24 Understanding Magical Thinking OCD01:06 Personal Experiences and Examples01:35 Common Patterns and Behaviors02:40 The Urgency and Impact of OCD03:11 Treatment and Hope03:30 Conclusion and Next Steps
📖 Key Takeaways:
Magical thinking OCD makes you believe your thoughts or actions control outcomes
These beliefs don't make logical sense, but they feel incredibly real and urgent
You're not crazy—this is a recognized form of OCD that's treatable
The more you obey these irrational rules, the stronger OCD becomes
🔥 BREAK FREE FROM MAGICAL THINKING OCD
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You'll learn to:
Recognize magical thinking patterns as they happen
Stop obeying the irrational rules OCD creates
Reduce the urgency and power of these thoughts
Reclaim your life from superstitious compulsions
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💪 SUPPORT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH JOURNEY
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You're not crazy for having these thoughts. Magical thinking OCD is real, it's treatable, and you don't have to live under these irrational rules forever. 💜
Next episode: I'll reveal the core lie that OCD tells you and why obeying these rules only makes it stronger.
#OCD #magicalthinking #intrusivetoughts #mentalhealth #anxiety #OCDrecovery #mentalhealthmatters #superstition
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Real Stories of OCD Struggles: When Your Family Doesn't Understand | Ep 108

Do you feel like you're fighting an invisible battle while the people who love you tell you to "just stop" or "get over it"? In this powerful episode, I read anonymous Facebook posts from people whose families don't understand their struggles—and I want you to know: your struggle is valid, even when others can't see it. 💜
If you've ever felt alone because your loved ones dismiss your fears or tell you you're "playing games," this episode will validate your experience and show you that you're not alone.
🎯 What You'll Discover:
The Stay-at-Home Mom Who Can't Play:🔹 Why she can't focus on her kids because of constant cleaning and sanitizing [00:29] 💔🔸 How people say "just don't do the housework" without understanding it's not that easy [00:29]🔹 The meltdowns that happen when she tries to ignore the compulsions [00:29]
When Medical Trauma Creates Obsessions:🔸 The woman whose kitten triggered contamination fears she can't control [01:47] 😰🔹 Why she's locked in her room crying while her family doesn't understand [01:47]🔸 How acute medical trauma can create rituals around hand washing and separation [01:47]
What Your Family Needs to Know:🔹 Why judgment makes everything worse, not better [02:57] 💔🔸 The difference between attention-seeking and a real struggle [02:57]🔹 How to support someone with OCD without enabling compulsions [04:17]
⏰ Episode Timeline:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome to Part 500:29 Stay-at-Home Mom Struggling with Cleaning Obsessions01:47 Medical Trauma Leading to Contamination OCD02:57 Understanding and Supporting Loved Ones with OCD04:17 Conclusion: Your Struggle is Valid
📖 Key Takeaways:
Your struggle is real and valid—it's not attention-seeking or playing games
"Just stop" isn't helpful advice when you're dealing with OCD patterns
Family members need education about OCD, not just willpower from you
You deserve understanding, support, and compassion from people who love you
🔥 GET HELP WHEN YOUR FAMILY DOESN'T UNDERSTAND
Tired of feeling dismissed by the people who should support you? My OCD Intensives program helps you break free from the patterns that are controlling your life—even when your family doesn't understand.
In just 3 weeks, you'll learn to:
Break the cleaning and checking cycles that steal your time
Handle contamination fears without locking yourself away
Communicate your needs to family members
Find relief even when you don't have support at home
LIMITED SPOTS! Only ONE person per month.
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💪 SUPPORT YOUR BODY WHILE YOU HEAL YOUR MIND
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To the mom who can't stop cleaning: you're not failing your kids. To the person locked in their room because of the kitten: your trauma response makes sense. You all deserve understanding, support, and compassion—especially from people who love you. 💜
#OCD #mentalhealth #contamination #intrusivetoughts #anxiety #parentinganxiety #familysupport #mentalhealthmatters #OCDrecovery
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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.
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When You Feel Hopeless: You Still Belong in This World | Ep 107

Have you been fighting intrusive thoughts for so long that you feel exhausted, isolated, and like you don't belong here anymore? In this deeply emotional episode, I read anonymous Facebook posts from people struggling with debilitating OCD—and I want you to know: you belong in this world, even when it doesn't feel like it. 💜
If you've ever felt like giving up because the intrusive thoughts won't stop, this episode is for you.
🎯 What You'll Discover:
The 8-Year Battle:🔹 Real post from someone who's had debilitating OCD for 8 years with no break [00:01:00] 💔🔸 Why constant intrusive thoughts create unbearable exhaustion [00:01:00]🔹 The isolation that comes when OCD takes over your life [00:01:00]
When Depression Joins OCD:🔸 The person who plans their death more than their future [00:03:00] 😰🔹 How OCD pairs with depression to create hopelessness [00:03:00]🔸 Why "what's the point?" thoughts become constant companions [00:03:00]
Finding Hope in the Darkness:🔹 Why your thoughts aren't facts—even the hopeless ones [00:04:00] ✨🔸 Tiny steps you can take today when everything feels impossible [00:04:00]🔹 Resources available right now if you're in crisis [00:00:00]
⏰ Episode Timeline:
00:00 Content Warning and Crisis Resources01:00 Anonymous Post: 8 Years of Debilitating OCD03:00 When OCD Creates Suicidal Thoughts04:00 Why You Belong Here Despite the Pain05:00 Next Episode Preview and Final Encouragement
📖 Key Takeaways:
You're not weak for feeling exhausted after years of fighting OCD
Your thoughts aren't facts—even when they feel unbearable
Help is available: Call 988 for the suicide crisis lifeline (24/7)
Focus on tiny steps and things that bring you meaning
🔥 GET INTENSIVE HELP FOR DEBILITATING OCD
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In just 3 weeks, you'll learn to:
Break free from constant intrusive thoughts
Find meaning and joy again
Build a life beyond OCD's control
Get specialized help that actually works
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IN CRISIS? CALL 988 - The suicide crisis lifeline is available 24/7. You matter. 💜
💪 SUPPORT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH
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You belong in this world. Your life has value even when you can't see it. 💜
#OCD #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #intrusivetoughts #depression #hope #mentalhealthmatters #988lifeline
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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When Brushing Your Teeth Becomes Mental Torture | Ep 106

Have you ever been so scared of something happening that you avoid normal activities like eating an apple or brushing your teeth? In this powerful episode, I share real stories from people whose intrusive thoughts have turned everyday tasks into absolute mental warfare—and reveal why your brain does this and how to break free! 💜
If you've ever felt trapped by fears that seem ridiculous but feel SO real, or if you find yourself doing rituals just to feel "safe," this video will help you understand what's really happening in your mind.
🎯 What You'll Discover:
The Teeth Obsession Trap:🔹 Why a 13-year-old couldn't brush her teeth for a week out of fear [00:00] 😰🔸 How hyper-awareness of your teeth, gums, and enamel steals your peace [00:30]🔹 Why she can't eat carrots or apples without panic [01:00] 🥕🍎
When Studying Becomes Punishment:🔸 The student who must repeat lesson titles perfectly or start over [01:09] 📚🔹 Reading exam questions multiple times even when you know the answers [01:30]🔸 How perfectionist study habits turn into self-sabotage and avoidance [02:00]
Understanding False Alarms:🔹 Why your brain makes normal activities feel dangerous [02:31] 🧠🔸 How these "protective" rituals actually build MORE anxiety [02:45]🔹 The simple strategy to break free: delay, skip, or decrease [03:00] ✨
⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: The Teeth Obsession That Controlled Her Life00:30 Hyper-Awareness of Teeth, Gums, and Enamel01:00 Too Scared to Eat Carrots or Apples01:09 The Studying Obsession: Repeating Everything Perfectly01:30 Reading Exam Questions Over and Over02:00 When Perfectionism Becomes Self-Sabotage02:31 Understanding False Alarms and OCD Patterns02:45 Why "Protective" Rituals Build More Anxiety03:00 Breaking Free: Delay, Skip, or Decrease Your Rituals03:30 Conclusion: You Can Break This Cycle
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Avoiding normal activities because of intrusive fears
Doing rituals that temporarily relieve anxiety but make it worse long-term
Tired of feeling controlled by thoughts that seem ridiculous but feel SO real
Ready to reclaim their life from mental warfare
In just 3 weeks, you'll learn to:
Recognize false alarms your brain is sending you
Stop the rituals that are building more anxiety
Handle daily activities without mental battles
Live your life without constant fear
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Your teeth won't fall out from eating an apple. You won't fail your exam from reading questions once. These are false alarms—and you can learn to recognize them and break free. You deserve to live without your brain making everything torture! 💜
#intrusivetoughts #OCD #anxiety #mentalhealth #overthinking #perfectionism #studyanxiety #mentalwellness #OCDrecovery #anxietyrelief
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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When Garbage Trucks Control Your Life | Ep 105

What if I told you that feeling responsible for everyone's safety, happiness, and wellbeing isn't about being a good person—it's actually a form of mental torture? In this raw episode, I share real stories from people trapped in responsibility OCD, including a woman who hasn't taken out the trash in 8 YEARS because of garbage truck fears. 💔
If you've ever forced a family member to shower after being near something "contaminated," or felt like you're the only thing standing between your loved ones and disaster, this episode will help you understand what's really happening—and why it's stealing your life.
🎯 What You'll Discover:
The Garbage Truck Prison:🔹 The woman who hasn't left her house in 8 years because of garbage truck contamination fears [00:01:00]🔸 Why she forces her sister to wash her hair after a truck passes by [00:01:00]🔹 How responsibility OCD turns you into the "safety manager" for everyone around you [00:02:00]
The Mental Torture of Hyper-Responsibility:🔸 Why feeling responsible for everyone isn't noble—it's OCD [00:00:00]🔹 The exhausting burden of believing YOU control everyone's wellbeing [00:02:00]🔸 How family members become trapped in your OCD accommodations [00:03:00]
Breaking Free from Responsibility OCD:🔹 Why you're NOT the universe's risk management department [00:04:00]🔸 The truth about what you're actually responsible for (hint: only yourself) [00:04:00]🔹 How to stop managing everyone else's "contamination" and "exposure" [00:05:00]
⏰ Quick Timeline:
00:00 Introduction: When Responsibility Becomes Mental Torture00:01:00 Real Story: 8 Years Without Taking Out the Trash00:02:00 The Sister Who Must Wash Her Hair After Garbage Trucks00:03:00 Understanding Responsibility OCD and Contamination Fears00:04:00 You Are NOT the Universe's Risk Management Department00:05:00 Breaking Free: What You're Actually Responsible For
📖 Key Takeaways:
Responsibility OCD makes you believe you control outcomes you don't actually control
Forcing accommodations on family members (like making them shower) spreads your OCD
You are only responsible for yourself—not everyone's safety, happiness, or wellbeing
The more you try to manage everyone's "exposure," the worse your OCD gets
🔥 BREAK FREE FROM RESPONSIBILITY OCD WITH INTENSIVES
Are you exhausted from being everyone's "safety manager"? My OCD Intensives program helps you break free from hyper-responsibility in just 3 weeks.
You'll learn to:
Stop managing everyone else's "contamination" and "exposure"
Set boundaries around OCD accommodations
Distinguish between real responsibility and OCD responsibility
Reclaim your life from the mental prison of hyper-responsibility
LIMITED SPOTS! Only ONE woman per month.
👉 APPLY NOW
💪 SUPPORT YOUR RECOVERY
Managing responsibility OCD is exhausting. I personally use Core Nutritionals supplements to support my mental clarity and nervous system during challenging moments.
Use my code "ERIN" for 15% off your first order.
👉 Shop Core Nutritionals
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You are not the universe's risk management department. You never were. Let me help you find freedom. 💜
#OCD #responsibilityOCD #contaminationOCD #mentalhealth #intrusivetoughts #anxiety #OCDrecovery
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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Two Voices in Your Head? This Is What's Really Happening | Ep 104

Ever feel like you have two voices arguing in your head—one that feels like you and one that's something else? In this powerful episode, I break down exactly what's happening when intrusive thoughts take over and why they feel so real, so disturbing, and so much like YOU. 💜
If you've ever thought horrible things that made you question who you are, this episode will help you understand that you're not evil—you're just experiencing OCD.
🎯 What You'll Discover:
The Two-Voice Phenomenon:🔹 Why it feels like there are two versions of you fighting in your head [00:01:00]🔸 How OCD blurs the lines between "you" and "the thoughts" [00:01:00]🔹 Why emotions behind thoughts don't make them true [00:02:00]
The Evil Thoughts Trap:🔸 Why good people have the most disturbing intrusive thoughts [00:02:00]🔹 The proof that you're NOT the person your thoughts say you are [00:03:00]🔸 How OCD targets what you value most to create maximum distress [00:03:00]
Breaking Free from the Noise:🔹 The difference between observing thoughts and being entangled in them [00:04:00]🔸 Why the voice that's horrified by the thoughts is the REAL you [00:05:00]🔹 How to stop losing your identity to intrusive thoughts [00:05:00]
⏰ Quick Timeline:
00:00 Two Voices Fighting: Understanding the Confusion00:01:00 Why OCD Feels So Real and Personal00:02:00 The Evil Thoughts That Prove You're Good00:03:00 How OCD Targets Your Core Values00:04:00 You Are Not Your Thoughts00:05:00 Finding Yourself Again Beyond the Noise
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Stop getting entangled in disturbing intrusive thoughts
Reclaim your identity beyond the mental noise
Find peace even when thoughts show up
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You haven't lost your identity—you've just temporarily lost sight of it. Let me help you find yourself again. 💜
#OCD #intrusivetoughts #mentalhealth #anxiety #selfidentity #healing

🎙️ REPOST: Overcoming OCD & Anxiety for High-Achieving Women – Interview with Erin Davis

Had the honor of being a guest on the Pete vs Anxiety Podcast, and I'm thrilled to share this powerful conversation with you! Host Pete and I dive deep into the unique ways OCD shows up for high-achieving women—and why traditional anxiety advice often misses the mark. 💜
If you've ever been told "it's just stress" when you know it's something more, or if you've struggled for years without getting real help for your intrusive thoughts, this episode will validate your experience and give you hope!
🎯 What You'll Discover:
Why OCD Gets Misdiagnosed:🔹 The sneaky ways OCD shows up that therapists often miss [00:05:00]🔸 Why women are told "it's just stress" when it's actually OCD [00:03:00]🔹 The difference between anxiety and OCD (and why it matters!) [00:08:00]
The Narcissism Fear Trap:🔸 Why thoughtful, kind women worry they're narcissists [00:15:00]🔹 How OCD attacks what you value most in the sneakiest ways [00:18:00]🔸 The difference between narcissistic behavior and OCD intrusive thoughts [00:20:00]
Real Talk About Treatment:🔹 Why "Dr. Google" makes OCD worse, not better [00:12:00]🔸 The exposure therapy approach that actually works [00:25:00]🔹 How to support someone with OCD (without giving reassurance) [00:35:00]
💡 Powerful Moments from This Episode:
The homeless man analogy that perfectly explains intrusive thoughts [00:22:00]
Why your fear of being a narcissist is actually proof you're NOT one [00:16:00]
The average 10-14 year delay before people get proper OCD treatment [00:10:00]
How OCD is a belief disorder, not just an anxiety disorder [00:06:00]
🙏 HUGE THANK YOU TO PETE VS ANXIETY!
This episode originally aired on the Pete vs Anxiety Podcast, hosted by the amazing Pete who's on a mission to break the stigma around mental health. Pete creates a safe space for real, raw conversations about anxiety, depression, and everything in between.
If you loved this episode, please:👉 Subscribe to Pete vs Anxiety Podcast on all platforms👉 Follow Pete on social media @petevs.anxiety👉 Check out his other incredible episodes with mental health experts and real people sharing their stories
Pete's tagline says it all: "Don't ask how your day is, ask how your mental health is today." 💙
🔥 READY TO GET REAL HELP FOR YOUR OCD?
Tired of being told "it's just stress" when you know it's more? My exclusive OCD Intensives program is designed specifically for high-achieving women who need specialized OCD treatment, not generic anxiety advice.
If you're:
Struggling with intrusive thoughts that therapists don't understand
Worried you might be a narcissist (even though you're clearly not)
Tired of Googling symptoms and making things worse
Ready for treatment that actually addresses OCD, not just anxiety
My OCD Intensives program will give you the specialized help you've been searching for.
In just 3 weeks, you'll learn:
How to identify OCD thoughts vs. anxiety thoughts
Exposure techniques specifically designed for your OCD subtype
How to stop compulsions (including mental ones therapists miss)
The difference between helpful self-reflection and OCD rumination
SPOTS ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED! I only accept ONE woman per month into this transformative program.
👉 VIEW PROGRAM DETAILS & APPLY NOW
💪 SUPPORT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH JOURNEY
Managing OCD takes mental and physical energy. I personally use Core Nutritionals supplements to support my nervous system and mental clarity during challenging moments.
Their science-backed formulations help me stay grounded and focused. Use my code "ERIN" for 15% off your first order.
👉 Shop Core Nutritionals
Affiliate link - I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use my code!
Thank you to Pete for having me on his show and for doing such important work in the mental health space. And thank you for listening—you deserve specialized help that actually understands OCD! 💜
#OCD #anxiety #mentalhealth #intrusivetoughts #relationshipOCD #narcissism #therapy #mentalhealthpodcast #petevsanxiety
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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A Therapist's Raw Journey from Childhood Trauma to Healing with Kristin Louise Duncombe | Ep 103

What if the therapist you're seeing has walked the exact same path you're on right now? In this deeply personal and powerful episode, I sit down with Kristin Louise Duncombe—therapist, author, and OCD survivor—who shares her raw journey from childhood tics and emetophobia to becoming the healer she desperately needed as a child. 💜
If you've ever wondered "Will this OCD ever go away?" or felt alone in your struggles with intrusive thoughts, this conversation will give you hope, validation, and practical strategies that actually work.
🎯 What You'll Discover:
Kristin's Childhood OCD Journey:🔹 How childhood tics, hypochondria, and emetophobia controlled her life [00:02:00]🔹 Why she became convinced she had leukemia and how magical thinking took over [00:03:00]🔹 Growing up in the 1970s with zero access to OCD treatment or support [00:04:00]
The Truth About "Will OCD Ever Go Away?":🔸 Why this question is so common and what it really means [00:07:00]🔸 The paradoxical approach that actually breaks the OCD cycle [00:07:00]🔸 How acceptance (not elimination) becomes your superpower against OCD [00:08:00]
From Trauma to Triumph:🔹 Kristin's experience with sexual abuse and how it intersected with OCD [00:12:00]🔹 The connection between bulimia, addiction, and OCD patterns [00:14:00]🔹 How she transformed her pain into purpose by becoming the therapist she needed [00:02:00]
🔑 Breakthrough Moments in This Episode:
The Hidden Meaning Technique: How to befriend your OCD and use it as information about what's really bothering you [00:05:00]
Emetophobia Treatment: Real strategies for one of the hardest OCD subtypes to treat [00:16:00]
The "Fear of Life" Reframe: Why throwing up isn't about dying—it's about being afraid to live [00:18:00]
Exposure Therapy Reality: What actually works vs. what's just performative [00:19:00]
⏰ Episode Timeline:
00:00:00 Introduction: Several OCD Patients Ask "Will This Ever Go Away?"00:01:00 Meet Kristin Louise Duncombe: Therapist, Author, OCD Survivor00:02:00 Kristin's Childhood: Tics, Hypochondria, and Emetophobia00:04:00 Growing Up Without Treatment in the 1970s00:05:00 The Behavioral Approach and Hidden Meaning Technique00:07:00 "Will This Ever Go Away?" - The Question Every OCD Patient Asks00:09:00 OCD in Remission: Understanding Lapses vs. Relapses00:12:00 Kristin's Trauma Story: Sexual Abuse and the State Department Cover-Up00:14:00 The Connection Between OCD, Bulimia, and Addictive Behaviors00:16:00 Treating Emetophobia: What Actually Works00:18:00 The "Fear of Life" vs. Fear of Death Reframe00:19:00 Exposure Therapy: Real Strategies That Work00:21:00 Kristin's Book "Object: A Memoir" and Final Wisdom00:22:00 Carrying On Despite OCD: You Can Have Problems and Still Live
📖 Key Takeaways for Women with OCD:
OCD comes and goes—accepting this reality reduces its power over you
The techniques you learn for one OCD theme work across ALL themes
Your worry about being a bad person is actually proof you're not
Seeking help and trusting others is essential—you can't do this alone
You can have OCD and still carry on with a beautiful, meaningful life
🔥 TRANSFORM YOUR OCD WITH INTENSIVE SUPPORT 🔥
Are you tired of feeling controlled by OCD? Kristin's story shows that healing is possible—and you don't have to wait decades like she did to get the help you need.
My exclusive OCD Intensives program is designed for women who are:
Struggling with intrusive thoughts that won't go away
Tired of doing compulsions that only provide temporary relief
Ready to learn acceptance-based approaches that actually work
Wanting to break free from the OCD cycle in weeks, not years
In just 3 weeks, you'll learn:
How to befriend your OCD instead of fighting it
Exposure techniques tailored to YOUR specific fears
The hidden meaning behind your obsessions
How to live a full life even when OCD shows up
SPOTS ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED! I only accept ONE woman per month into this transformative program.
👉 VIEW PROGRAM DETAILS & APPLY NOW
📚 KRISTIN LOUSIE DUNCOMBE:
Buy Kristin's Book: "Object: A Memoir" - Available on Amazon
Follow Kristin on IG
💪 SUPPORT YOUR HEALING JOURNEY
OCD recovery takes energy—mental and physical. I personally use Core Nutritionals supplements to support my nervous system and mental clarity during challenging healing work.
Their science-backed formulations help me stay grounded and focused. Use my code "ERIN" for 15% off your first order.
👉 Shop Core Nutritionals
 
This conversation is proof that you can survive OCD, trauma, and impossible circumstances—and come out the other side as someone who helps others do the same. You are not alone. 💜
Affiliate links may be included, supporting my content at no extra cost to you.
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
DISCLAIMER: https://bit.ly/3ycFiY4

Why Sitting Still is So Hard for Perfectionists | Ep 102

When was the last time you sat still without your phone, without a to-do list, without feeling guilty? If you're a perfectionist woman, the answer is probably "I can't remember." In this eye-opening video, I reveal why your brain is literally wired to resist rest—and how to rewire it for peace! 💜
If you find yourself constantly busy, feeling guilty when you're not productive, or unable to relax without anxiety creeping in, this video will help you understand why stillness feels so impossible and what to do about it.
🎯 What You'll Discover:
The Perfectionist Rest Paradox:🔹 Why your brain treats rest as "wasted time" and how this keeps you exhausted [00:00]🔹 The neurological reasons perfectionists struggle with stillness [00:29]🔹 How constant busyness becomes an addiction that's impossible to break [00:29]
The Science Behind Perfectionist Restlessness:🔸 Why rest is actually essential for your mental health and productivity [02:20]🔸 How perfectionism hijacks your nervous system and prevents true relaxation [02:20]🔸 The difference between "rest" and actual nervous system regulation [04:44]
Practical Strategies for Perfectionist Rest:🔹 Simple techniques to embrace stillness without guilt [04:44]🔹 How to rewire your brain to see rest as productive, not lazy [06:28]🔹 The mindset shifts that make stillness feel safe instead of scary [06:55]
⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 The Challenge of Sitting Still for Perfectionists00:29 Understanding Perfectionism and Rest Resistance01:18 How OCD Intensives Helps Women Find Peace02:20 The Importance of Rest for Mental Health and Productivity04:44 Practical Tips for Embracing Stillness Without Guilt06:28 Finding Success in Stillness as a Perfectionist06:55 Conclusion and Your Next Steps to Rest
🔥 LEARN TO REST WITH OCD INTENSIVES 🔥
Can't sit still without feeling guilty or anxious? This video gives you a glimpse into the powerful rest and nervous system regulation techniques I teach in my exclusive OCD Intensives program.
If you're a perfectionist woman who:
Feels guilty every time you try to rest
Can't sit still without your mind racing with to-dos
Believes rest is "unproductive" or "lazy"
Wants to learn how to actually relax without anxiety
My OCD Intensives program will teach you advanced techniques to rewire your perfectionist brain for rest, peace, and true relaxation.
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Managing Anger and Perfectionism: The TIPP Technique That Actually Works for High-Achieving Women | Ep 101

Are you a high-achieving woman who gets angry at yourself when things aren't perfect? Do you find yourself in fight-or-flight mode when your standards aren't met, then feel guilty about your anger? You're not broken—you're just stuck in a perfectionism cycle that's hijacking your nervous system! 💜
In this powerful episode, I share a real client session that reveals why perfectionist women struggle with anger and introduce the game-changing TIP technique that helps you reset your nervous system in minutes, not hours.
🎯 What You'll Discover:- The Perfectionism-Anger Connection:    🔹 Why high-achieving women get trapped in anger when things aren't "perfect" [00:00]    🔹 How trauma and perfectionism create a constant fight-or-flight state [00:37]    🔹 The guilt cycle that keeps you stuck after perfectionist anger episodes [00:06]
- The TIPP Technique That Changes Everything:    🔸 Temperature change: The fastest way to reset your nervous system [02:14]    🔸 Intense exercise: How 30 seconds can shift your entire emotional state [02:44]    🔸 Purposeful breathing: The modified approach that actually works for perfectionists [03:15]
- Advanced Nervous System Reset:    🔹 Progressive muscle relaxation: Full-body reset for perfectionist tension [04:27]    🔹 How to use these techniques before, during, and after perfectionist episodes [05:21]    🔹 Why traditional anger management doesn't work for perfectionist women [00:37]
⏰ Episode Timestamps:00:00 Understanding Anger in Perfectionism00:06 Client's Story and Common Perfectionist Struggles00:37 The Impact of Trauma and Fight or Flight Mode on Perfectionists01:45 Introducing the DBT Tool: TIP with Two Ps02:14 Temperature: The First Step to Nervous System Reset02:44 Intense Exercise: Quick Endorphin Boost for Perfectionist Anger03:15 Purposeful Breathing: A Modified Approach for High Achievers04:27 Progressive Muscle Relaxation: Full Body Reset for Perfectionists05:21 Wrapping Up and Your Next Steps to Freedom
📖 Key Takeaways for High-Achieving Women:- Perfectionist anger isn't a character flaw—it's a nervous system response- The TIP technique works faster than traditional therapy techniques for acute episodes- You can learn to interrupt the perfectionism-anger cycle before it spirals- Your anger is information about your unmet needs and impossible standards
🔥 TRANSFORM YOUR PERFECTIONIST ANGER WITH OCD INTENSIVES 🔥Are you tired of getting angry at yourself every time something isn't perfect?This episode gives you a taste of the powerful techniques I teach in my exclusive OCD Intensives program.
If you're a high-achieving woman who:- Gets angry when things don't meet your impossible standards- Feels guilty about your perfectionist anger episodes- Wants to break the cycle of fight-or-flight perfectionism- Is ready to learn advanced nervous system regulation techniques
My OCD Intensives program will teach you not just the TIP technique, but dozens of other strategies specifically designed for perfectionist women who are tired of being controlled by their emotions.
In just 3 weeks, you'll learn to:- Interrupt perfectionist anger before it takes over- Reset your nervous system in under 2 minutes- Create realistic standards that don't trigger fight-or-flight- Build a toolkit of techniques that work for YOUR specific triggers
SPOTS ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED! I only accept ONE high-achieving woman per month into this transformative program.
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Don't spend another day being controlled by perfectionist anger. The techniques in this episode are just the beginning—imagine what's possible when you have the full toolkit!
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Your perfectionist anger doesn't define you—it's just information. You deserve to feel calm, confident, and in control of your emotions!
 
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