3 Practical Steps to Stop OCD and Anxiety Spirals

Feeling overwhelmed by OCD or anxiety spirals? Learn three practical steps from Matt Codde, LCSW, to recognize the spiral, slow it down, and refocus on what truly matters for long-term recovery.

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00:00 Introduction to OCD & Anxiety Spirals

01:55 Step 1: Recognizing the Spiral

04:03 Step 2: How to Slow Down the Spiral

06:21 Step 3: Refocusing and Moving Forward

Breaking the Guilt & Shame Cycle in OCD and Anxiety Recovery

Struggling with OCD or anxiety often comes with guilt and shame—but it doesn’t have to. Learn how to unlearn the guilt and shame cycle and take real steps toward healing with insights from Matt Codde, LCSW.

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00:00 Introduction to the Guilt and Shame Cycle

02:05 Understanding Guilt, Shame, OCD & Anxiety

04:25 Breaking Free from Self-Condemnation

06:39 Steps to Overcoming the Guilt and Shame Cycle

The Real Root of OCD & Anxiety—And How to Break Free

OCD and anxiety run deeper than fear. Discover the real cause behind these struggles and learn how to shift your beliefs and break the cycle—based on insights from Matt at Restored Minds.

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00:00 Understanding the Real Root of OCD & Anxiety

02:01 The Role of Beliefs and Resistance in Anxiety Loops

04:36 Breaking the Cycle: How to Stop Feeding OCD & Anxiety

07:12 Transforming Beliefs for Lasting OCD & Anxiety Recovery

You're Not Crazy: How to Break Free from the OCD and Anxiety Loop

Struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or panic symptoms? Learn why you're not crazy—you're just stuck in a loop—and how to break free with tools from Restored Minds.

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00:00 Understanding the OCD and Anxiety Loop

01:51 You're Not Crazy: Normalizing Your Experience

03:44 Breaking Free from Fear and Resistance

05:42 Steps to Calm Your Mind and Heal

Radical Acceptance for Anxiety and OCD: How Letting Go Reduces SufferingDiscover how radical acceptance can help break the anxiety and OCD cycle. Learn how embracing your current reality—without resistance—leads to lasting peace and recovery.OCD SoCal’s upcoming Speakers Series happening across Southern California. This is the registration page for the event in Orange County on Saturday, May 3. More info here: https://ocdsocal.org/4127/the-agenda-and-program-for-ocd-southern-californias-may-3rd-orange-county-speaker-series-event/📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessment to find the best path forward. 👉 Get started: https://www.restoredminds.com/📖 Get 'From Stuck to Unstuck' on Amazon! Struggling to break free from fear? This book provides a step-by-step guide to unlocking your full potential. 👉 Order now: https://a.co/d/1WEvonTHave a Question?If you'd like to submit a question for a future episode, use this link: 👉 https://www.restoredminds.com/assessments/2147654461Here Are Some Great Next Steps:✅ 1. Subscribe to Our Channel Stay updated with our latest episodes and live events! 👉 Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/restoredminds?sub_confirmation=1✅ 2. Get Started with a Free Assessment Find out the best approach for your personal growth journey. 👉 Take the assessment: https://www.restoredminds.com/✅ 3. Download 'From Stuck to Unstuck' Get practical tools to break free from fear and transform your life. 👉 Download your copy: https://www.restoredminds.com/book✅ 4. Leave a Review Your feedback helps others! Leave a review on: 👉 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NJI2zD 👉 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/46AiT30📸 Share the Love! If this episode inspired you, take a screenshot, post it on Instagram Stories, and tag @mattcodde_lcswFollow Us on Social Media:🔹 Facebook: facebook.com/ocdsupportcommunity🔹 Instagram: instagram.com/mattcodde_lcsw/🔹 TikTok: tiktok.com/@restoredmindsMEDICAL DISCLAIMER:All information shared on The Restored Minds Show YouTube Channel and Podcast is for informational purposes only. This content should NOT be considered medical, clinical, or professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment.👉 Read our full disclaimer here: https://www.restoredminds.com/pages/disclaimer00:00 Understanding Radical Acceptance02:33 The Paradox of Acceptance in Recovery05:19 Embracing Where You Are: Practical Steps08:02 Common Pitfalls and Key Insights on Acceptance

3 Lies OCD & Anxiety Make You Believe (And How to Break Free)

OCD and anxiety distort your thoughts and feelings. Learn the top 3 lies they tell you—and how to break free using proven mindset tools from Restored Minds.

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Overcoming Rock Bottom: One Man’s Journey from Anxiety to Hope

Hitting rock bottom with anxiety and OCD doesn’t mean the end. Discover Matt’s inspiring story of internal change and the steps that led to real mental health recovery.

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ACT for OCD & Anxiety: Build Psychological Flexibility with Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

Struggling with intrusive thoughts or anxiety? Learn how ACT for OCD, used alongside ERP, helps build psychological flexibility and transforms your relationship with anxiety.

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