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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

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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.

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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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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.

💫 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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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.

#RelationshipOCD #BreakupAdvice #MentalHealthAwareness #RelationshipAdvice #OCDSupport #WomenEmpowerment

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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.

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🔗 www.collegeofconfidence.com

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00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Guest Trish Blackwell 01:38 Trish Blackwell's Journey to Self-Trust 03:50 The Importance of Self-Trust in Creating Confidence 06:56 Practical Tips for Building Self-Trust 14:16 Overcoming Overcommitment and Self-Criticism 19:33 Daily Habits for Self-Trust 22:20 Conclusion and Where to Find More

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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 OCD 01:01 – What is Relationship OCD (ROCD)? 02:58 – How Childhood and Upbringing Can Affect ROCD 05:13 – The Reassurance Cycle and Why It Hurts You 07:31 – Simple Steps to Break the Cycle 10:02 – How Vulnerability Can Help You in Relationships 11:35 – Final Thoughts and Encouragement 12:52 – 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.

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Have you ever questioned whether you’re truly in love or simply afraid of change? It’s a common experience, and in this episode, I talk about the doubts that often arise in relationships, especially during major transitions or decisions.

I hope you’ll learn why these thoughts are a normal part of relationships and how they don’t always indicate a deeper issue. I’ll share actionable strategies to shift uncertainty into clarity by reconnecting with your personal goals and appreciating the positive aspects of your connection.

Plus, I’ll introduce my Obsess Less, Love More program, which provides the tools and support you need to overcome relationship anxiety and build a more confident, fulfilling love life.

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