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If you’re someone who struggles with anxiety or OCD, chances are you’ve spent a lot of time trying to feel in control. The idea of uncertainty—of not knowing what’s going to happen or being unsure of outcomes—can feel terrifying. To say the least! Your mind might race with “what if” thoughts, constantly trying to predict […]

October 29, 2024

Embracing Uncertainty: How to Let Go of the Need for Control in Anxiety and OCD Recovery

OCD and Anxiety Basics, Recovery Tips

If you’re anything like me or many of the people I work with, you’ve likely found yourself stuck in a never-ending cycle of overanalyzing or ruminating over every little detail—past, present, or future. You think and think, hoping to find the right answer, the perfect solution, or some sense of certainty, but instead, you just […]

#201 – Understanding the Spiral: Why Overthinking Fuels Your Anxiety

October 23, 2024

OCD and Anxiety Basics, Recovery Tips