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.

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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.

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In this episode, Carrie discusses the importance of making manageable changes in life, especially for those struggling with OCD and anxiety. Learn how starting small can lead to significant transformations as she shares personal stories and practical tips.


Episode Highlights:

The power of starting small and setting manageable goals for transformation.

How seeking God’s guidance can help clarify your path and provide direction in times of uncertainty.

How slowing down can help you recognize those OCD thoughts before they spiral out of control.

Practical tips for incorporating mindfulness and self-reflection into your routine.

Insights on how small changes can create a ripple effect in various areas of life.

Strategies for overcoming feelings of overwhelm and stagnation.

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In today’s special episode, Carrie is joined by her husband, Steve, as they celebrate four years of marriage. They share relatable insights about the joys and challenges of family life, and explore the realities of raising a toddler.


Episode Highlights:

How Steve and Carrie’s lives have changed since they got married.

The importance of navigating shared responsibilities as parents.

Steve’s reflection on how their daughter’s perspective on everyday things helps them appreciate the world anew.

The challenges of building friendships as parents.

The connections between parenting and God’s relationship with us.

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In this episode, Carrie dives deep into the importance of self-compassion and how it is essential in overcoming perfectionism, OCD, and healing from past trauma.


Episode Highlights:

How self-compassion is rooted in faith and mirrors the love and grace of Jesus.

Why self-criticism often leads to increased feelings of guilt and shame.

How to recognize and counteract negative self-talk.

The importance of nurturing your inner child to cultivate more compassionate self-talk.

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