The Terri Cole Show

Have you ever described yourself or someone else as having OCD?

I recently had someone write to me about their "neat freak" partner, referring to them as having OCD, and I was like…hold up. Not everyone who likes things orderly has obsessive-compulsive disorder, yet it's a term that gets thrown around lightly.

It is much more complicated than excessive hand washing or checking that the stove is actually off.

In this episode, I'm covering the differences between obsessive-compulsive disorder and a need for order and cleanliness. Plus, what it is, the way that it can present, and the real struggles that people with OCD face.

Remember, learning how to talk about mental health with sensitivity and compassion starts with getting informed so let's go!

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I have an especially exciting girlfriend jam to share today with my pal LeAnn Rimes! She's an incredibly talented artist as well as an amazing person. She first became known for her country hits, and she could have rested on her laurels, but she has never stopped challenging herself in her creative work and personal development. We chat about managing the anxiety that comes with creating passionate, disruptive work. Plus, she shares the story behind her new record, "God's Work," and the single "The Wild."

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Do you ever find yourself exhausted and you're not sure why? Do you ask yourself, "Why am I soooo tired?" often?

Emotional energy leaks can drain us of our vitality and leave us physically exhausted, compromising our quality of life.

Listen now to learn how to identify and fix energy leaks that might be sucking your precious bandwidth dry!

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Do you ever scroll social media and think to yourself, "Wow, there's never anything but bad news?" Well, today's guest ione butler was tired of the exact same experience. She created a platform called Uplifting Content to share the kind of content that she wanted to see, including inspiring stories of human kindness and advice about healing and self care. Today, we chat about why good news is so important and how sharing your story with others can prepare you for positive change.

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Do you ever wonder how you're doing when it comes to boundaries?

Healthy boundary setting is a lifetime skill and that means it takes practice. Our boundaries continually evolve throughout our lives and our relationships, so even if you feel like you're already a boundary boss, it's great to take an inventory every so often.

In today's episode, I'm breaking down the five different types of boundaries and walking you through how to do a boundary inventory so you can see where to focus your attention to strengthen your skills.

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Dr. Perpetua Neo (Or Dr. P, as I like to call her) is the author of the fantastic workbook This Is What Matters: A Step-by-Step Workbook for Identifying Your Values, Priorities, and Path Forward after a Crisis. In this interview, she shares how she left an abusive relationship with a narcissist. We also chat about vulnerability, over-functioning, and resetting your brain through meditation to make sure your higher self is in charge.

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When you get into a new relationship, do you ever make assumptions that the other person has the same morals, values, and integrity as you…

…without having a conversation about those things?

Do you think healthy relationships just develop naturally on their own?

If this is you, you're not alone. These are some of the most common pitfalls we can hit early in relationships, that is, unspoken assumptions + lack of communication around boundaries.

In this episode, you'll learn the top 5 most important foundational boundaries for you to create at the beginning of a relationship (or to establish in a long-term relationship) for an EPIC partnership.

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Today I'm sharing a fascinating conversation with therapist Cathy Adams, who recently published the book Zen Parenting: Understanding Ourselves So We Can Take Better Care of Our Children. Whether you have children, plan on having children, or even just know any children, this episode is for you. She teaches us how to prepare kids for the real world in a holistic, loving way, while managing your own fear and uncertainty about the future.

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When you and your partner come together at the end of the work day what's the first thing you do? Flip on the TV, check email, or hop on social media? Do you ever feel like your connection has become an afterthought?

What I've seen in more than 25 years as a psychotherapist is how very easy it can be to take our people for granted. Cultivating lasting love is a daily practice.

If you seek a deeper connection and more intimacy with your lover, this episode is for you.

You'll learn some tips and strategies to ritualize acknowledging your person. When there is a mutual commitment to daily appreciation rituals, it keeps us close with those we love the most!

This episode is sponsored by Better Help.

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In this episode I'm going to be talking to Doug Bopst, who was arrested when he was 20 years old and sent to jail for possession of a large amount of weed with intention to sell. Since then, he has become a successful personal trainer, author, and podcast host. His mission is to inspire others to overcome their own adversity, whatever it may be. He shares his inspiring life story and reminds us to reflect on how we can take responsibility for our actions and their consequences, even in difficult circumstances.

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