The Certainty Habit (That Makes OCD Worse)
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Robert James explains how chasing certainty and seeking reassurance actually strengthens OCD and keeps anxiety returning.
He shares five practical shifts you can use right away: notice the certainty hunt, stop feeding it with attention or reassurance, allow discomfort without solving it, return to what matters, and practice postponement and small reductions of compulsive behaviors.
Over time these steps build tolerance to uncertainty, weaken OCD’s hold, and help you reclaim your life
Disclaimer:
Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.
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- 0:11Introduction to OCD and Anxiety
- 0:58The Certainty Trap
- 1:05Understanding Compulsions
- 5:04The Power of Attention
- 7:40The Short-Term Relief of Reassurance
- 10:27Building Tolerance to Discomfort
- 12:57Returning to the Present Moment
- 13:39Incremental Change and Postponement
- 16:00Conclusion and Program Overview