Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD

Erin Davis
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Are you tired of overthinking every relationship? Do you worry your partner will leave? Feel anxious about love? You’re not broken. You’re not too much. And you’re definitely not alone. This show is for smart women who are tired of relationship anxiety. Women who want to stop the constant worry and finally feel secure in love. You’ll learn how to: ➡️ Stop overthinking everything your partner says ➡️ Break free from toxic relationship patterns ➡️ Feel confident in love without needing constant reassurance ➡️ Trust yourself to make good relationship choices ➡️ Heal from past relationship trauma ➡️ Build the secure, loving relationship you deserve Whether you’re single and scared to date, in a relationship but always worried, or stuck in toxic patterns - this podcast will help you find peace. I’m Erin Davis, a licensed therapist who helps high-achieving women overcome relationship OCD, intrusive thoughts, and dating anxiety. I’ve helped hundreds of women go from anxious and overthinking to confident and secure in love. Stop letting fear control your love life. You deserve to feel safe, loved, and secure. New episodes every week with real tools that actually work. Ready to quiet your mind and strengthen your relationships? Start listening now. Chat with Erin On Demand to ask your burning relationship questions today at https://bit.ly/erin-ai

  1. When You Feel Hopeless: You Still Belong in This World | Ep 107

    14H AGO

    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 Resources 01:00 Anonymous Post: 8 Years of Debilitating OCD 03:00 When OCD Creates Suicidal Thoughts 04:00 Why You Belong Here Despite the Pain 05:00 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 Have you been fighting OCD for years with no relief? My OCD Intensives program is designed for people who need results FAST. 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 LIMITED SPOTS! Only ONE person per month. 👉 APPLY NOW IN CRISIS? CALL 988 - The suicide crisis lifeline is available 24/7. You matter. 💜 💪 SUPPORT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH Managing severe OCD takes energy. I use Core Nutritionals to support my workouts and mental clarity. Use code "ERIND" for 15% off. 👉 Shop Core Nutritionals Affiliate link - I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you! 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. DISCLAIMER: https://bit.ly/3ycFiY4

    5 min
  2. When Brushing Your Teeth Becomes Mental Torture | Ep 106

    DEC 16

    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 Life 00:30 Hyper-Awareness of Teeth, Gums, and Enamel 01:00 Too Scared to Eat Carrots or Apples 01:09 The Studying Obsession: Repeating Everything Perfectly 01:30 Reading Exam Questions Over and Over 02:00 When Perfectionism Becomes Self-Sabotage 02:31 Understanding False Alarms and OCD Patterns 02:45 Why "Protective" Rituals Build More Anxiety 03:00 Breaking Free: Delay, Skip, or Decrease Your Rituals 03:30 Conclusion: You Can Break This Cycle 🔥 READY TO BREAK FREE FROM INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS? Is your brain turning normal activities into mental torture? My exclusive Intensive Support Program is designed for people who are: 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 SPOTS ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED! I only accept ONE person per month into this transformative program. 👉 APPLY NOW 📖 FREE RESOURCES: Struggling with overthinking in your relationships? Download "The Overthinker's Guide to Love": 👉 https://livebeyonddoubt.com/overthinkersguidetolove 💪 SUPPORT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH JOURNEY Mental battles are exhausting on your body and mind. I personally use Core Nutritionals supplements to support my mental clarity and focus during challenging moments. Their science-backed formulations help me stay grounded. 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! 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. DISCLAIMER: https://bit.ly/3ycFiY4

    4 min
  3. When Garbage Trucks Control Your Life | Ep 105

    DEC 9

    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 Torture 00:01:00 Real Story: 8 Years Without Taking Out the Trash 00:02:00 The Sister Who Must Wash Her Hair After Garbage Trucks 00:03:00 Understanding Responsibility OCD and Contamination Fears 00:04:00 You Are NOT the Universe's Risk Management Department 00:05:00 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 Affiliate link - I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you! 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. DISCLAIMER: https://bit.ly/3ycFiY4

    4 min
  4. Two Voices in Your Head? This Is What's Really Happening | Ep 104

    DEC 2

    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 Confusion 00:01:00 Why OCD Feels So Real and Personal 00:02:00 The Evil Thoughts That Prove You're Good 00:03:00 How OCD Targets Your Core Values 00:04:00 You Are Not Your Thoughts 00:05:00 Finding Yourself Again Beyond the Noise 🔥 GET RELIEF IN 3 WEEKS WITH OCD INTENSIVES Tired of intrusive thoughts controlling your life? My OCD Intensives program helps you break free from the mental prison in just 3 weeks. You'll learn to: Distinguish between "you" and "OCD thoughts" Stop getting entangled in disturbing intrusive thoughts Reclaim your identity beyond the mental noise Find peace even when thoughts show up LIMITED SPOTS! Only ONE woman per month. 👉 APPLY NOW 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

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

    NOV 25

    🎙️ 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. DISCLAIMER: https://bit.ly/3ycFiY4

    58 min
  6. A Therapist's Raw Journey from Childhood Trauma to Healing with Kristin Louise Duncombe | Ep 103

    NOV 18

    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 Survivor 00:02:00 Kristin's Childhood: Tics, Hypochondria, and Emetophobia 00:04:00 Growing Up Without Treatment in the 1970s 00:05:00 The Behavioral Approach and Hidden Meaning Technique 00:07:00 "Will This Ever Go Away?" - The Question Every OCD Patient Asks 00:09:00 OCD in Remission: Understanding Lapses vs. Relapses 00:12:00 Kristin's Trauma Story: Sexual Abuse and the State Department Cover-Up 00:14:00 The Connection Between OCD, Bulimia, and Addictive Behaviors 00:16:00 Treating Emetophobia: What Actually Works 00:18:00 The "Fear of Life" vs. Fear of Death Reframe 00:19:00 Exposure Therapy: Real Strategies That Work 00:21:00 Kristin's Book "Object: A Memoir" and Final Wisdom 00:22:00 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

    23 min
  7. Why Sitting Still is So Hard for Perfectionists | Ep 102

    NOV 11

    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 Perfectionists 00:29 Understanding Perfectionism and Rest Resistance 01:18 How OCD Intensives Helps Women Find Peace 02:20 The Importance of Rest for Mental Health and Productivity 04:44 Practical Tips for Embracing Stillness Without Guilt 06:28 Finding Success in Stillness as a Perfectionist 06:55 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. In just 3 weeks, you'll learn to: Sit still without guilt or anxiety Rewire your brain to see rest as essential, not optional Regulate your nervous system for true relaxation Create sustainable rest practices that actually work for perfectionists SPOTS ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED! I only accept ONE perfectionist woman per month into this transformative program. 👉 VIEW PROGRAM DETAILS & APPLY NOW 💪 SUPPORT YOUR BODY WHILE YOU LEARN TO REST Learning to rest is hard work! I personally use Core Nutritionals supplements to support my nervous system and mental clarity while rewiring perfectionist patterns. Their science-backed formulations help me stay calm and focused during the challenging process of learning to be still. 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! Remember: Rest isn't lazy—it's essential. You deserve to feel peace in stillness! 🌟 #perfectionism #rest #mentalhealth #anxiety #OCD #selfcare #mindfulness #burnout #productivity #stillness

    7 min
  8. Managing Anger and Perfectionism: The TIPP Technique That Actually Works for High-Achieving Women | Ep 101

    NOV 4

    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 Perfectionism 00:06 Client's Story and Common Perfectionist Struggles 00:37 The Impact of Trauma and Fight or Flight Mode on Perfectionists 01:45 Introducing the DBT Tool: TIP with Two Ps 02:14 Temperature: The First Step to Nervous System Reset 02:44 Intense Exercise: Quick Endorphin Boost for Perfectionist Anger 03:15 Purposeful Breathing: A Modified Approach for High Achievers 04:27 Progressive Muscle Relaxation: Full Body Reset for Perfectionists 05:21 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. 👉 VIEW PROGRAM DETAILS & APPLY NOW! https://bit.ly/ocd-intensives-program) 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! 💪 SUPPORT YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM WHILE YOU HEAL Managing perfectionist anger is exhausting on your body and mind. I personally use Core Nutritionals supplements to support my nervous system and mental clarity, especially when working through intense emotional regulation. Their science-backed formulations help me stay grounded and focused during challenging moments. Use my code "ERIN" for 15% off your first order. 👉 Shop Core Nutritionals: https://bit.ly/strongwithcore   Your perfectionist anger doesn't define you—it's just information. You deserve to feel calm, confident, and in control of your emotions!   *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

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Are you tired of overthinking every relationship? Do you worry your partner will leave? Feel anxious about love? You’re not broken. You’re not too much. And you’re definitely not alone. This show is for smart women who are tired of relationship anxiety. Women who want to stop the constant worry and finally feel secure in love. You’ll learn how to: ➡️ Stop overthinking everything your partner says ➡️ Break free from toxic relationship patterns ➡️ Feel confident in love without needing constant reassurance ➡️ Trust yourself to make good relationship choices ➡️ Heal from past relationship trauma ➡️ Build the secure, loving relationship you deserve Whether you’re single and scared to date, in a relationship but always worried, or stuck in toxic patterns - this podcast will help you find peace. I’m Erin Davis, a licensed therapist who helps high-achieving women overcome relationship OCD, intrusive thoughts, and dating anxiety. I’ve helped hundreds of women go from anxious and overthinking to confident and secure in love. Stop letting fear control your love life. You deserve to feel safe, loved, and secure. New episodes every week with real tools that actually work. Ready to quiet your mind and strengthen your relationships? Start listening now. Chat with Erin On Demand to ask your burning relationship questions today at https://bit.ly/erin-ai

Information

  • Creator
    Erin Davis
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    115
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Live Beyond Doubt LLC
  • Show Website
    Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD

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