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welcome to the all the hard things blog

If you’ve been hustling in your recovery – AKA, going to therapy, reading all the books, following the “rules” of ERP, and still feel like something’s not clicking, you’re not alone. It makes sense you’d feel frustrated. You’ve put in the work. You’ve done “A” (ERP, or so you think) + “B” (coping skills) and […]

August 28, 2025

The Recovery Equation: Why 1 + 1 Hasn’t Equaled OCD/Anxiety Freedom (Yet)

Compulsions, OCD and Anxiety Basics, Uncategorized

Summer is supposed to be relaxing. It’s marketed as carefree, slow, and full of fun. But if you’re like me (or the many people I’ve worked with who have OCD or generalized anxiety) you might dread it a little. The shift from structured schedules to looser routines can be a tough adjustment. That’s especially true […]

Summer Break and OCD: Maintaining Structure When Routines Change

July 8, 2025

Compulsions, OCD and Anxiety Basics, Parenting, Recovery Tips