The OCD & Anxiety Podcast

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In this episode Robert James explores how perfectionism itself can be helpful but becomes a problem when it turns inflexible and fuels OCD. He explains the paradox of seeking certainty and how waiting to feel 'ready' can keep you stuck.

Robert shares practical steps to embrace imperfection, take action despite discomfort, and build long-term freedom from OCD by tolerating uncertainty and refocusing on meaningful goals

Disclaimer:

Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.

Ready for real help with OCD or anxiety? Book a discovery call robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call

In this episode Robert James explains why exposure and response prevention (ERP) is powerful but not the only path to managing OCD. He explores how approaches from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, self-compassion and values work can scaffold ERP, help with intrusive thoughts, rumination and daily triggers, and widen your focus back to the things that matter.

He also shares practical metaphors (like the spotlight and stage), signature signs to notice when you’re triggered, and mentions a 12-week program for those seeking extra support

Disclaimer:

Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.

Ready for real help with OCD or anxiety? Book a discovery call robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call

Robert James explores the connection between Buddhism and OCD, focusing on three teachings—the Buddha’s two arrows (suffering vs. resistance), attachment and emotional flexibility, and the idea of non‑self—to show why these ideas matter for recovery.

The episode explains how changing your relationship to difficult emotions and intrusive thoughts can reduce suffering and offers practical hope for living with OCD and anxiety

Disclaimer:

Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.

Ready for real help with OCD or anxiety? Book a discovery call robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call

Robert James explores why intrusive thoughts can trap us in rumination and mental compulsions, focusing on how perception and attention amplify OCD. He explains why searching for certainty reinforces the cycle and offers practical strategies—like shifting perspective, engaging in meaningful activities, and journaling three good things daily—to regain control over attention and reduce OCD's hold.

Disclaimer:

Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.

Ready for real help with OCD or anxiety? Book a discovery call robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call

In this episode Robert James explores how OCD can quietly erode your confidence, how rumination, avoidance and the stories you tell yourself reinforce feelings of powerlessness, and how ideas from Albert Bandura and Viktor Frankl point toward rebuilding self-efficacy through action.

Practical guidance focuses on taking manageable steps, creating mastery experiences, and learning to live alongside uncertainty so you can reclaim influence over your life and participate more fully despite OCD

Disclaimer:

Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.