Today is another installment in the Anxiety in the Arts series. For this episode, I was joined by Erica who shares her story about music, performance, teaching, OCD, reconnecting with music, and podcasting.

For more from Erica, check her out here:

Just Say Maybe Podcast

Instagram: Just Say maybe

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On this episode, I answer an audio question from someone struggling to deal with SO-OCD and he wants to know how he can deal with the thoughts returning now that he’s effectively practiced disengaging from the thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Next, I answer a question about whether thoughts stopping is an effective technique for dealing with OCD (specifically SO-OCD), how it differs from redirection, and whether it is ever OK to use logic to challenge your obsessions. Great questions this week!

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Today I was joined by Dr. Lauren Wadsworth who shared her thoughts and recommendations for changes in treatment for Sexual Orientation OCD (SO-OCD). In addition to our discussion about Justice Oriented treatment for SO-OCD, we touch briefly on some recommendations for changes to racially focused obsessions. Dr. Wadsworth is a compassionate and steadfast advocate for justice and effective treatment, and it was a delight to have her on the podcast.

The article discussed in the episode:

“Call To Action: Recommendations for Justice-Based Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder With Sexual Orientation and Gender Themes”

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Today I was joined by Jon Hershfield, MFT (The Peaceful One), to talk about mindfulness, meditation, and how to use them in OCD and anxiety recovery. I always like talk with Jon (TPO) and today was no different as he was able to go into mindfulness at length and give some insight into his personal practice and how this practice influences and informs his work with OCD sufferers.

Check out his most recent blog entry about his trip to a weekend long silent meditation retreat (click here).

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This will be a short episode thanks to a scratchy and painful throat, but still a good one nonetheless. I answer two questions today. The first is from a woman struggling to remember whether she promised to pray when joining a group and now wonders if she is still obligated to pray now that the group no long meets. The next is from a man wondering how to turn “shame language” into “guilt language” after listening to the Real Event OCD episode. Overall a good episode, though probably the shortest in FearCast history.

Audio questions get preferential treatment ’round here! Record your question and send me the link through the Submit A Question link, or send me audio over at instagram!

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On this episode of the FearCast, I finish out the Anxiety in the Arts series with my friend Noel Dumont. She is a talented, multinational singer who was kind enough to share her story about her singing career and her struggle with anxiety and ADHD.

For more on Noel, check here out here:

facebook.com/NoelDumontMusic

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We have another audio question! This question comes from Markus who asked about how he can deal with his job better. Markus is a bank teller who is working with a therapist, but struggles with counting, checking, and other mental compulsions when dealing with money. I offer some advice for doing exposures, accepting uncertainty, and challenging the legitimacy of the obsessional doubt.

Bonus: Christine responded to Elizabeth’s question from episode #113 about dealing with “loud environments. Below you’ll see the article I reference in the episode:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/highly-sensitive-person

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On this episode, I answer a listener’s question about how he can de-associate songs and memories he has about a past relationship. I also talk about how he can fight against his ruminations about that past relationship while he’s at it. The next question is from a 16 year old who wants to get started treating their SO-OCD, but they can’t start therapy and self-guided ERP sounds too daunting. Lastly, I answer a listeners ROCD question about a feeling they call “Not Wanting Us.” I speculate about what that feeling is and what they can do to overcome it.

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On this episode, I answer a question from someone struggling with panic attacks while feeling nauseous for several hours! The next question is about someone struggling with “loud” environments and dealing with “bossy” spaces. For this question, I’m asking for the FearCast family to reach out with their suggestions and ideas! Last, I answer a father’s question about how to help his son deal with Pure OCD as he starts college.

As I mention in the episode, here is a link to the Phobia Phriday Episode I released on October 30, 2020 about Emetophobia.

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For this episode, I was joined by Kristina Orlova, the host of the OCD Whisperer Podcast and the author of the new eBook, Your Guide to Compulsive Rumination +30 Day Journal. She spent some time with me discussing what mental ruminations are, how they impact people living with OCD, and what you can do to minimize their impact on your life.

For more about Kristina Orlova, you can check her out here:

www.korresults.com

Your Guide to Compulsive Rumination +30 Day Journal

Podcast: OCD Whisperer Show

Instagram: OCD Whisperer

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