Christian Faith and OCD, Scrupulosity, Intrusive Thoughts, Compulsions, ICBT

If you're looking to make healthy changes in the new year, you're in the right place. 

In this episode, Carrie is diving into the topic of routines, but from a perspective that doesn’t involve getting obsessed or perfectionistic about them.

Episode Highlights:

How to create healthy routines that support your mental and emotional well-being without feeling overwhelmed.

Practical tips for reducing stress by establishing structure in your day-to-day life.

Ways to combat perfectionism and embrace progress over perfection in your routines.

Simple hacks to make routines easier to stick to, such as prepping ahead and using reminders.

The importance of flexibility and grace in your routines, allowing room for God’s plan.

How to align your routines with your God-given desires for a more fulfilling and peaceful life.

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In this episode, Carrie dives into the connection between sleep and mental health, sharing insights from her journey with sleep apnea and the transformative power of better sleep habits.

You'll also hear snippets from past episodes, including discussions with Martin Reed and Dr. Charles Page, who offer fresh perspectives on insomnia.

Episode Highlights:

-Practical tips for improving your sleep habits.
-Common symptoms of sleep apnea and how to address them.
-Why striving for "perfect sleep duration" might be harming you.
-The benefits of embracing natural sleep patterns.
-Insights from Martin Reed and Dr, Charles Page on managing insomnia effectively.

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Welcome to Christian Faith and OCD -  New Year’s Desires Series (because who needs resolutions when we can focus on renewal and intention?). 

For the first part of this series, Carrie sits down with Jennifer Tucker—author, artist, and illustrator—for a heartfelt conversation about finding peace and renewal through Scripture. They explore how we can draw closer to God, even when life feels overwhelming.


Episode Highlights:

Jennifer’s personal journey of learning to be present with God amidst chaos.

Shifting from informational to transformational Bible reading.

Finding peace through stillness, even during life’s most challenging seasons.

What is Lectio Divina, and how can it deepen your spiritual journey?

How to embody God’s Word throughout your day.

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Jenn's Books: https://littlehousestudio.net/books

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In today’s episode, Carrie discusses the challenge of finding true relaxation when your mind is constantly racing. She offers insights on how our bodies hold onto stress and provides practical tips on how to begin retraining our brains and nervous system for relaxation.


Episode Highlights:

Why relaxation can feel impossible when you're constantly performing

The value of rest, as Jesus exemplified, and how to apply it in your own life

How to begin retraining your brain and body to embrace relaxation, even in small doses

Practical tips on mindfulness and distress tolerance to help you relax and be present

How to use spiritual practices and reflection to discover the root of your tension and find healing.

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In this episode, Carrie shares three powerful tips to help you slow down, manage anxiety, and truly savor the season.


Episode Highlights:

How to prioritize Jesus during the Christmas season

Why it’s important to be intentional about your time and avoid overscheduling during the holidays.

How to create meaningful Christmas traditions with your family, especially if you're in a season of grief or change.

The importance of self-care if you're experiencing depression or stress during the holidays.

How to handle family gatherings with grace and make decisions that work for you and your loved ones.

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In this episode, Carrie dives into why you might feel stuck in your OCD recovery and shares powerful strategies to help you break through those barriers and make real progress. 

Episode Highlights:

How past experiences and mental health challenges can affect your progress.

The role of hopelessness in hindering progress and how to overcome it.

How stress management plays a crucial role in OCD recovery.

Why trauma can be a major obstacle in your OCD journey.

The importance of having the right tools to manage obsessions and compulsions.

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In this episode, Carrie gives you an exclusive sneak peek into the upcoming Christians Learning ICBT live training launching in January. She takes you behind the scenes as she explores the process of writing alternative stories, sharing a personal experience that illustrates how she crafted an obsessional narrative and transformed it into a healthier perspective.

Episode Highlights:

How to rewrite your obsessional stories by crafting alternative narratives that empower you to see situations from a different perspective.

Practical tools to stay grounded in reality and navigate the uncertainty that OCD often magnifies.

Examples of stories including Carrie’s personal experience with a car accident and how she used alternative story to reshape OCD's narrative. 

A sneak peek into the ICBT (Integrative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) training modules, including a breakdown of how they can help you or someone you know struggling with OCD from a Christian perspective.

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In this episode, Carrie takes you behind the scenes of one of her ICBT training sessions, which she designed specifically for Christians dealing with OCD. She shares a snippet of Module Three, exploring how OCD weaves compelling narratives that can draw you in and offers guidance on rewriting those narratives to gain a deeper understanding of OCD's mechanisms.

Episode Highlights:

The power of stories: How OCD creates vivid, relatable narratives that captivate our attention.

The importance of self-awareness in recognizing and rewriting your obsessional story.

Common pitfalls of telling ourselves negative stories and the role of shame in our experiences with OCD.

Exploring the concept of obsessional doubt through relatable examples.

Writing alternative stories as a method for reframing experiences and perceptions.

And more about what's inside the Christians Learning ICBT live training, including practical tools and resources to deepen your understanding and application of these concepts.

Explore the Empowered Mind: Christian ICBT for OCD: https://carriebock.com/training/ 

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In this episode, Carrie delves into the reasons why talking about OCD can sometimes exacerbate the condition. She discusses how reassurance seeking, co-rumination, and the urge to "go deep" can create unhealthy cycles that hinder healing. 


Episode highlights:


The harmful cycle where temporary relief from anxiety can lead to increased obsessive thoughts and compulsions.

Why traditional talk therapies may be ineffective for OCD and can sometimes reinforce compulsive behaviors.

How to identify when OCD is influencing your thoughts and behaviors, enabling you to take proactive steps towards healing.

Discover practical strategies for staying grounded in the present moment, which is essential for overcoming OCD and resisting its narratives.

Explore the Empowered Mind: Christian ICBT for OCD: https://carriebock.com/training/ 

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