Episode #174 – Mastering Taboo Thoughts & Anxiety: Buddhist Psychology Insights
April 17, 2024
In this episode, I meet with Naomi Matlow, an OCD advocate, musical theater lyricist, writer, and educator who studies Mindfulness. We talk about Buddhism’s Four Noble Truths as they relate to the anxiety and OCD cycle. We also discuss..
- How to mindfully handle difficult concepts like taboo thoughts, uncertainty, and perceived inability to cope with uncomfortable emotions
- How thinking is the sixth sense door of experience in Buddhist psychology (seeing, smelling, touching, tasting, hearing, thinking) and how this connects with active minds and intrusive thoughts
- How Jeffrey M. Schwartz’s 1996 book, Brain Lock: Free Yourself from Obsessive Compulsive Behavior, would not exist without Buddhist wisdom and the path of freedom laid out by the Buddha
- The Buddhist concept of the “self” and “non-self,” and how they are helpful concepts in loosening the grip around cognitive fusion.
I’m Jenna Overbaugh, a licensed therapist who’s been working with people who have OCD/anxiety since 2008. I am all about helping you get your life back so OCD and fear no longer keep you feeling so small. Follow along for tons of resources, guidance, and encouragement to do ALL THE HARD THINGS!
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Today’s episode is for those of you who have been putting in the work to manage OCD and anxiety—maybe you’ve tried therapy, read all the books, and listened to every podcast out there, but still feel like something’s missing. Let me assure you: this isn’t happening because you’re not trying hard enough or because you’re beyond help. You’re not resistant to change, and it’s not that you’re “too sick” to make progress.
If this resonates with you, today we’re diving into what might be the missing piece in your OCD and anxiety journey. And exploring small but impactful adjustments that could bring you the progress you’ve been hoping for. By the end, you’ll know if you’re the perfect fit for the next step in your recovery journey, along with some exciting news about a Black Friday deal you won’t want to miss!
What we are going to dive into today:
Learned helplessness is in OCD and anxiety recovery
Why you need a roadmap for OCD and anxiety recovery
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🧠 Start your transformation today with the Mental Compulsion Mini Course referenced in this episode: https://jennaoverbaughlpc.com/mental-compulsions
DISCLAIMER: Please keep in mind that Jenna is not your therapist. She does not provide you with individualized recommendations or advice. The information provided is intended as educational information only. Jenna cannot tell you what you should do, what you shouldn’t do, or give recommendations based on your unique situations or circumstances. Nothing on this page or Site should be construed as therapeutic recommendation or personalized advice. If you are in need of such services, please consult with a physician or other medical provider right away to determine the best course of action for you. We are not responsible for your use of this page, this website, or the contents within. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL TREATMENT BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU READ OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEBSITE AND CONTENT. For more information, please read the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimer. Your continued use of this platform, this page, and the contents within constitutes as your agreement with this agreement.
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Naomi Matlow is a musical theatre lyricist, writer, and educator. Her songs have been performed at venues such as 54 Below, The Great Hall at Cooper Union, Goodspeed Opera House, the Polyphone Festival at University of the Arts and at the IOCDF Conference. She recently completed her MA in Mindfulness Studies at Lesley University and leads a monthly Dharma Club at Soft Landing Space in Ventura, California. BA: University of Toronto, MFA: NYU Tisch’s Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program. www.naomimatlow.com
🚧 Discover your OCD/Anxiety Recovery Roadblock with our FREE quiz: https://www.jennaoverbaughlpc.com/recovery-roadblock
👏 Unlock your free 40-minute video on “5 Must-Know Strategies for Handling Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts”: https://jennaoverbaughlpc.com/strategies
💪 Ready to conquer OCD/anxiety? Explore The OCD and Anxiety Recovery Blueprint – with or without a therapist: https://jennaoverbaughlpc.com/blueprint
🎙️ Dive into Jenna’s latest “All The Hard Things” podcast episodes: https://jennaoverbaughlpc.com/podcast
DISCLAIMER: Please keep in mind that Jenna is not your therapist. She does not provide you with individualized recommendations or advice. The information provided is intended as educational information only. Jenna cannot tell you what you should do, what you shouldn’t do, or give recommendations based on your unique situations or circumstances. Nothing on this page or Site should be construed as therapeutic recommendation or personalized advice. If you are in need of such services, please consult with a physician or other medical provider right away to determine the best course of action for you. We are not responsible for your use of this page, this website, or the contents within. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL TREATMENT BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU READ OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEBSITE AND CONTENT. For more information, please read the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimer. Your continued use of this platform, this page, and the contents within constitutes as your agreement with this agreement.
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