Podcasts about dear abbey

Todayyy we talk about being on your own timeline and allowing yourself to feel less rushed in life. I open up a little about feeling lost even when I am mentally doing a lot better and "doing all the right things". I talk about how beautiful and unique everyone's timelines and stories are and then I share a quick story from my recent camping adventure. Last but not least, I answer a Dear Abbey listener submission about knowing when to open up to someone about your OCD and what you struggle with!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyy we talk about my recent trip to a mining town for my older sisters 30th bday where we rode horses!! I talk about active listening and how hard it can be to listen when you're in a conflict with a partner or a loved one but how beneficial it can be to really listen. I also talk about the common topic of listening intently when meeting new people to ease some anxiety, then we end the episode with a Dear Abbey listener question about being able to open back up after heartbreak!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyy we talk about how amazing the human race is and our potential. I talk about the recent move I watched about navy seals and flying on a little plane (and being horrified, but doing it anyways). I talk about delaying OCD compulsions if stopping all together is too out of reach and then we answer a Dear Abbey question about possibly dating a guy friend?Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyy we talked about my recent love for embroidery and crafts. Which led me to discuss creativity and how you don't always need to be in your “creative” brain or mindset to work on your creative projects and/or businesses and to be successful. We also talk a bit about belonging and how we do belong here and we are allowed to take up space and go for our dreams! We end the episode with a listener question about job searching and when you start to feel discouraged!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!Posture Guide: https://www.thatgrlshop.com/product-page/royal-posture

Todayyyy I share about this past weekend and our crazy sick weekend where I almost (not really) lost my eye. I talk about trying to understand a loved ones intentions while also holding space for your own feelings. I end with a dear abbey question about medications for your mental health and my experience!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyyy I talk about some less commonly talked about ways OCD fears and thoughts can show up. For example, imagery, commands, mental sensations, etc.We also talk about some hidden compulsions and I share some good recourses to get started on your recovery if you cannot meet with a therapist!!Book referenced: Freedom from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder by Dr. Jonathan GreysonCall 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayy I talk about my obsessions that I had with religious OCD and scrupulosity as well as some things I did to help manage symptoms. I also talk about holding yourself with more grace because we are all learning!!! Lastly, I answer a listener submission about balancing 9-5 with all your other creative projects!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayy I share when my husband and I accidently broke into an Airbnb in Costa Rica and how the day went from bad to worse... I then talk about some of my favorite steps to forgive myself and others and last but not least I answer a Dear Abbey question about being self diagnosed with OCD.Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayy I give a brief summary of my honeymoon. Then I jump right on in to remind everyone that you are not the only one who doesn't have it all figured out. You are more normal than you think... in a positive way lol. I then answer a listener submission about the top 3 tips to help with relationship anxiety and OCD. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!IM BACK!!!! I missed my podcast! Todayyy we talked about my wedding and some of the smaller details I loved and what we decided to do! I also talk about some of the ways OCD tried to show it's ugly head while getting ready for the wedding. One of the main ways was through a black and white mindset when it came to sex. I open up about that a bit and also some other random themes.I also talk about my main wedding tip which is to remember why you are planning the event in the first place and that helps me not feel overwhelmed with no purpose hahaha We end the episode with answering a few quick questions!!Wedding Cake by @servinsweetsbakery

This episode is a recording of my LIVE podcast that went up instead of a normal Thursday pre-recorded episode! I recap parts of my wedding and will finish the rest this next episode! Enjoy!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Trigger warning: Topics of self harm 00:22:00 - 00:29:00Todayyy we talk about my recent bachelorette weekend trip, my recent thoughts on holding myself accountable when I stop therapy, and all about taking up space after you have lived with shame for a long time!We also talk about a recent dear abbey submission and topics of self harm.If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help from a trained professional. You're not alone. See resources below and in the description.U.S. Resources:-988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Call or Text 988 for 24/7 support. 988lifeline.org-National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text “NAMI”to 741741 for help. NAMI.orgInternational Resources:-Find a Helpline - A global directory of mental health hotlines. findahelpline.comCall 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyy we talk about false memory OCD and how that can build up resentment, anger, and distrust. How to flip the mental script when you only focus on the bad or wrong things people do. We can sometimes miss the sweetness of being an imperfect human!! We also have a dear abbey listener question about dealing with OCD and difficult people.Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyy we talk about cute things humans do, some weird (non-OCD) fears, and then for the "meat" of today's episode we talk about getting married after a divorce and all the feelings that go into it. I share my experience of jealousy, relationship anxiety, trust issues, and just some of the work it took to become more "securely" attached. AND THAT IT IS ALL WORTH IT. We also answer a listener submission about being left out by friends...Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyy we talk about my recent OCD theme switch and the obsessions with movies/music/TV AND all about how frustrating it can feel when OCD changes up on you. We also talk about why validation is so important for yourself and relationships and what that even means (according to me - a NON PROFESSIONAL). We then have a Dear Abbey listener submission about religious OCD and things to help with it!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyy I talk about my recent trip to visit my family and my new years resolutions which are 1. trying to stop always looking to blame and 2. coming back to just being myself!! being yourself is your superpower!! I also answer a listener submission asking how to be more comfortable with yourself after dealing with mental illness for so long!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyy we talk about my Christmas surprise, my REAL engagement ring!! I explain recent feelings of overwhelm and how to set boundaries with people that are not mutually respectful, as well as the difficulty of dealing with people who disrespect things you hold close to your heart. I also dive into how I use my want to understand or intellectualize emotions to bypass actually feeling them and taking action to protect my heart from people who will hurt it. We then listen to a success story from a recent Dear Abbey submission!!THANKS FOR AN AMAZING YEAR!!!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyy we talk about some wedding updates and my past week in Vegas, etcI also talk about why we as humans tend to judge others and why we need to point that finger right back to ourselves. I list some reasons for this and talk about some possible things to help that I have done. We also answer a Dear Abbey question about when someone flirts with your boyfriend right in front of you....

Todayyy we talk about some of my recent life updates and some dubs and L's such as facing some hard exposures and starting to fall in love with cooking.I dive in to the idea of letting yourself feel happy before your life is perfect or before you have everything "figured out". I speak on why life is more simple than we make it sometimes and we are allowed and capable to be present and change our perspective on life and on life's mistakes. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayyy we talk about my favorite affordable gift ideas and some fun DIY gifts! I share some of my favorite influencers, brands, and accounts!!I also speak about the most recent trip to Colorado with my Fiancés family and how my ex "in laws" made it hard for me to open up again. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!PLEASE SEE MY INSTAGRAM FOR ALL ACCOUNTS AND BRANDS MENTIONED. @dearabbey__

Todayyy we celebrate 100 episodes of Dear Abbey!! I am so grateful for our little community and I talk about the evolution of this podcast! I talk about my favorite episodes and read some reviews and comments that mean a lot to me! THANKS AGAIN FOR EVERYTHING, LOVE YOU GUYS!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

Todayyy we talk about when starting something new or starting over gets frustrating. When we feel our efforts are amounting to nothing it can get discouraging :( but believe in good things to come!! We also talk briefly about when you put people in a box and how that is doing an injustice to others and yourself.We answer a listener question about how to deal with a Compulsive liar!!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

Todayyy is a short one due to being sick and almost no energy (or sanity). I talk about my engagement shoot and some other life updates!We talk about when you wish you were the person you used to be or when you want to go back in time. We answer a listener question about getting over a boy after a recent breakup!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

Todayyy we talk about how OCD can latch to ANYTHING including politics. During an election period my OCD spikes so I speak on this weird obession and some other random obessions I have had that aren't too sticky but do pop up from time to time. I also speak on my recent breakthrough with my body image. I have not experienced the devastation of an eating disorder or body dysmorphia, so I do not speak on this, but I do speak on ways I have flipped my perspective on common body image insecurities. We answer a listener question around navigating your career choice when you are interested in everything lollCall 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

Todayyy we talk about how to push through when you are feeling apathetic towards a better tomorrow and towards life in general. We talk about how devastating and sneaky OCD can be when it changes themes without you realizing it was OCD. We alsoo answer a listeners question about getting past the "small talk" phase of a friendship.Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

Todayyy we talk about how to push through when you are feeling apathetic towards a better tomorrow and towards life in general. We talk about how devastating and sneaky OCD can be when it changes themes without you realizing it was OCD. We alsoo answer a listeners question about getting past the "small talk" phase of a friendship.Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

Todayyy I was feeling very freshly emo because I had an emotional rollercoaster of a day. I speak through these feelings in the moment and I speak on the feeling of loneliness when you grew up chronically misunderstood. There is a very sad pain that comes from being misunderstood and told "you shouldn't feel that way". I talk about being sensitive and why we build up this guard when we grew up with a mental illness!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

Todayyy we talk about how I found my wedding dress!!! I also speak about when you are struggling to feel safe in your own head and when you refuse to be alone in fear of facing those thoughts/feelings. I also speak on panic attacks and riding the sensation wave.We answer a dear abbey question about reflecting and moving on after a break up!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

Todayyy we talk about my depressive (Bipolar II) episode this past week and how I coped and the progress I made on managing it. I talk about loosening the grip on your identity being your mental health or illness. We then talk about saying you're sorry rather than being defensive when someone brings something up that they saw as hurtful. Sometimes we defend and try to prove we are always "good" which can lead to just hurting the person more and leaving you disconnected!!We answer a dear abbey question about when you are anxiously attached to your partner due to abandonment wounds.Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

They may say ball is life, but what happens if you remove the ball from your ego entirely? And don't even get me started on that sauce and getting lost in it! Reviews for Ali's Bargain Outlet, the Magic 8-ball, assorted candies, and the Guggenheim museum of modern art. For the segment, we say Thanks, Abbey! with some readings from Dear Abbey. Alright fine, we ball. Want more party? Check it out at https://www.reviewpartydotcom.com/ !

Todayyyy we first talk about my dubs and L's for the week then we dive into the main subject RELATIONSHIP ANXIETY. I suffered with this and still do from time to time. I speak about a couple ways it showed up for me and what I learned about myself and how to reframe my mindset when it came to relationships. I talk about how irrational and exhausting OCD can be and how much it lies to you (even if it feels like a protector). I also answer a Dear Abbey question regarding how to not shame yourself after an anxiety attack. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!

Todayy I talk about those times in your life where you are struggling with your sleep. Whether it's because of worry or OCD or anything else. I talk about when your OCD obsessions get really loud and scary in your sleep and dreams. I share some ways to help fall asleep and have less crazy OCD dreams. I also speak on how trying to get "perfect" sleep all the time can be compulsive and EXHAUSTING. I also answer a listener question about staying in contact with a new relationship after moving!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

Todayyyy I talk about the reality of having to surrender and go through things we are just intellectualizing. I talk about my recent career interest into doula work, and about having an abundance mindset with all aspects of life.I also answer a dear abbey question about how to handle explaining OCD to your partner and figuring out ways they can support you!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

TODAYYY we talk about how choosing positivity and belief helped with my anxiety and OCD and just my life!!I share a turning point in my life where I decided to throw away my cynicism and start to soften my heart again. I talk about how you never have to stay a cynic. AND we answer a listener question about toxic mother in law'sCall 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

I GOT ENGAGED!!!Todayy I talk about my shocking and amazing birthday weekend and my proposal story!I give a life update since I've got a lot going on! I talk about wedding planning and my feelings on engagement. I also answer a listener voicemail about ways to help with anxiety!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

Todayyy I talk about getting stuck in the past in OCD recovery and just in everyday life!! We talk about mentally reviewing the past and double checking memories. I also talk about my recent accomplishment of changing my attitude despite feeling overwhelmed with emotion!!I also answer a listener question about not feeling valued as a friend..Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

Todayy I talk about my recent shocking experience while grocery shopping, and a short life update!!But then we talk all about rumination and why stopping this was so KEY to recovering from OCD and just enjoying life more. I talk about what it was for me and how I have been helping myself recover from this. We also talk about how to deal with triggers while in a new healthy relationship!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

Todayy we dive into lots of life updates. One is about why I want to expand past just ERP therapy for my OCD. Another is about a shocking exchange with my boyfriend.We dive into getting to know yourself more and ways I have learned to do this that have helped me along with how to show yourself you are important.We also talk about Depersonalization and Derealization and how I lived with this for about a year and a half!DP/DR YOUTUBE RESOURCES@Dpmanual@ocdandanxietyCall 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

Todayy we dive into all things relationship OCD and anxiety!I talk about why this theme was one of the hardest themes I had and how it effected my relationship with my boyfriend! I talk about my specific symptoms and the endless loops I would run through in my head! We also go into how I manage it today and how I got significantly better.We also answer a Dear Abbey question about what to do when you have men flocking to you LOL Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!

Todayyyy I have on a very special guest...my little brother! He almost has the same brain as me, not only bc we have the same humor but he also has been diagnosed with OCD so we talk all about his experience with it!I ask him about his obsession's and fears, his favorite therapy tools, his least favorite pieces of advice he's gotten, when OCD popped up, and much more!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!

Today we talk about ex's, beach accidents, emotional baggage in new relationships, and how to deal with the dread you get when working a job you don't like.Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!

Todayy on the podcast we talk about pushing your comfort zone (which for me is watching TV to fall asleep sometimes) lol and the freedom you feel from moving through the discomfort!! Why that has been so crucial for me with my OCD Journey. We also talk about being stubborn and not accepting help or admitting you're wrong! Then I answer a listener's question about a mean friend and what to do. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!

Todayyyy we talk about how art can help in recovery and express and process emotions that don't really make sense or emotions that do make sense and just need to be expressed!!I talk about why accepting and facing the realitites of life have really helped me feel more sure about how I live my life and how it can help you feel more satisfied with your efforts in everyday life!I also answer a listeners question about how to deal with running into people who remind you of your past!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!

Todayyyy we talk about burn out. I am a fan of the “grind” but sometimes burn out can make you hit a bump in the road and rethink how to approach the grind.I talk about the financial strain from my divorce and how that motivated me to make a better life for myself. but maybe took on too much?I answer a dear abbey listener submission about how to pick a good therapist!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!

Todayyy we talk about the power of keeping things to yourself!! Not everything needs to be shared with someone (or everyone). Why its empowering to keep some wins to yourself to build confidence!I also answer a listeners voicemail about how to deal with a clean breakup where you both came to the conclusion this wasn't it. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!

I talk about some of the stigmas I see around mental illness. We discuss how amazing social media can be but also how harmful it can be to those who are really suffering.How tiktok creators classify “intrusive thoughts” vs what intrusive thoughts actually can be.We dive into how hurtful it can be when people don't trust your experience and how invalidation can result in you not trusting yourselfCall 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!

let's get ready for summer!!! But not the normal kind of “getting ready”, but the mentally preparing yourself to enjoy this summer despite your physical “imperfections” kind of ready!we talk about the most common insecurities and how to support yourself this summer!I also talk about corporate jobs and the behind the scenes of a “girl boss”!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!

Todayyy we first talk about adapting to new meds and insomnia lolll I'm feelin loopy. We go into how to ground yourself when you're stuck in your head and I pull out some old meditation tricks from my yoga teacher days!! Then I answer a listener question about supporting your partner when your life circumstance is not your partners ideal situation!! Hope you enjoy!! Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!

Todayy we talk about my claim to fame and how my dance classes have taken a spiral…We also talk about my wonderful but very triggering beach day by myself and how I dealt with ALOT of existential dread/OCD while laying under a beautiful blue sky.lastly I answer a listener question about some tips to tame frizz and have healthy hair!!!Hope you enjoy!!Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!

Today I talk about flight anxiety!! I AM NOT A MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, PLEASE SEEK HELP FROM PROFESSIONAL. ALL CONTENT IS FROM PERSONAL EXPEREINCE.I go into my specific symptoms as well as some more broad symptoms! I share a lot of details about my experience with flight OCD & Anxiety. I share what helps me cope and manage so I can actually tolerate and even enjoy flights!! You can always get help! I also talk about feeling lazy when you just want to relax and my boyfriends emo arrival back into the US after his LONG Europe trip!!Hope you enjoy!!I also talk about how to help with these symptoms Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!!Love you guys!!