Podcasts about Reassurance

Signs of Life's Medium & Messages with Host: #FFFCertifiedMedium Joe Perreta and Guest: FFFCertifiedMedium Travis Holp Messages Across the Veil: Healing, Humor, and Evidential Connections Summary A Medium's Unexpected Calling Host Joe Perreta welcomes certified medium Travis Holp for his first appearance on the program and explores the unconventional path that led him to professional mediumship. Holp explains that intuitive and spiritual experiences had been present throughout his life, although he did not initially recognize them as communication from spirit. After a 17-year career in the beauty industry, sobriety during the pandemic, and a major professional transition, he began offering readings online and gradually embraced mediumship as his life's work. He describes the practice as a way to help people find peace, closure, and a renewed connection with a higher power. Learning Through Practice and Self-Knowledge Holp discusses studying through virtual classes, mentors, and the traditions of Spiritualism while emphasizing that consistent practice is the most important part of development. He explains that learning to distinguish personal anxiety from energetic impressions helped him understand how his body processes intuitive information. Perreta and Holp agree that therapy, self-awareness, and understanding one's own emotional patterns are essential for anyone doing psychic or mediumistic work. They also acknowledge that the work can be emotionally intense and requires deliberate mental-health practices. The Emotional Weight Behind the Work Holp recounts an experience at a Pride event in Tacoma where two separate encounters reminded him of the emotional responsibility attached to his public work. One person asked him to record encouragement for a terminally ill friend, while another thanked him for a previous reading involving departed family members. Although he deeply values these connections, the emotional impact left him needing a private moment to cry. The conversation underscores that mediumship can be both deeply rewarding and personally demanding. Live Connections with Callers The program then moves into a series of live mini-readings with callers from Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Georgia, and Texas. Holp offers impressions involving departed parents, children, friends, family health concerns, meaningful dates, jewelry, flowers, hearts, hummingbirds, and other personal symbols. Some details are immediately recognized, while others require reflection or are only partially understood during the call. The full range of responses is preserved, including moments when a caller cannot initially identify a name, date, or relationship. Messages of Reassurance and Continuing Bonds Across the calls, the central themes are reassurance, gratitude, and continuing emotional bonds with departed loved ones. Dawn receives messages connected to her mother and a lively friend; Angela hears reassurance about caring for her father's siblings; Kim is told that her daughter's soul is at peace; and Kathy receives anniversary acknowledgments from her parents. Mary's reading centers on her close relationship with her father, including his special chair and distinctive signature, while Griselda receives a message intended in part for her mother about her father's complicated passing and an upcoming birthday remembrance. Healing, Humor, and Hope The episode balances grief-centered conversations with humor, warmth, and candid discussion about the fallibility of interpretation. Holp and Perreta repeatedly explain that a medium may misunderstand a name or symbol even when the underlying impression has meaning, and they allow callers space to recognize details later. The program closes with information about Holp's events, book, and website, as well as the Forever Family Foundation's educational programming. Perreta ends by encouraging listeners to seek healing and remember their enduring connection with loved ones who have died.

Reassurance that God is already in your next, the prayers God has answered for you along the way, how you can travel back to the 1900s with the Weather Channel, and Theo Von waxes poetic on prayer.

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(Long | Music) The Need For Constant Reassurance | Breaking Free From Control & Manipulation by Jason Newland

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In this this episode I discuss how over-thinking (rumination) and excessive need for reassurance can show up in eating disorder recovery, and how to handle this in a more productive way. Topics covered include:Healthy reflection vs obsessive rumination and overthinkingReassurance seeking, and when it becomes a destructive habit Excessive research behaviours as a way to seek reassurancePractical ways of dealing with overthinking and urges to research, ruminate and reassurance-seek1:1 Coaching: letsrecover.co.ukSubstack: letsrecover.substack.comArticles mentioned: 'How to Stop Ruminating' & 'How Do I Stop Thinking About This? What To Do When You're Stuck Playing Mental Ping Pong'

Episode 45: It Is Going to Happen Sarah from “Quantum Healing with the Angels” presents episode 45, titled “It Is Going to Happen,” sharing guidance attributed to Metatron and Uriel about an imminent global “collapse” and timeline speculation (possibly mid-to-end of the month, or within a few months), while stressing dates can change and focusing on preparedness. The discussion describes infighting among multiple secret groups (including Freemasons, Illuminati, and shadow governments) and claims the Galactic Federation is impatient and may reveal itself, prevent nuclear actions, and trigger a climax tied to the power grid. After breakdown, solar power and free energy are said to expand, people may relocate to safer areas and occupy vacated homes, and nature, animals, and human bodies are described as changing toward peace. Practical points include city panic, possible UFO evacuations, limited communication, and walkie-talkies/satellites continuing to work.   00:00 Episode Setup 02:07 Channeling Begins 03:33 Federation Impatience 05:49 Secret Groups Explained 09:37 Power Grid Focus 11:29 Ten Days Timeline 13:28 Who Starts Collapse 18:02 Why They Wait 22:24 Be Ready Not Dates 25:42 Safe Place Visions 28:31 Nature Transforms 30:19 Animals Without Predators 32:01 Practical Prep Questions 32:56 City Panic And UFOs 33:48 Fear of the Ships 35:29 Safer Areas vs Cities 36:59 Reassurance and Readiness 38:53 Shelter Timeline and Supplies 41:48 Safe Route and Stay Alert 43:14 Family Safety and Water 47:25 Adrenaline After the Shift 49:52 Staying in Touch After Collapse 53:31 Timeline Push and Politics 56:14 Final Reaffirmation and Farewell   I have been watching preppers on Tiktok to learn about what we need to shelter in place, and what we need to go off grid. If you can't do all that they are saying (it is a lot) just focus on ways to get water, food, and some kind of light/heat element. If you use tealights and put 3 or 4 in a muffin pan, you can put that in your oven and put whatever you are heating up in a pan on top of them, they will warm your food. That is a good way to heat up your food while staying very quiet. Remember that even when the grid goes down, there is still some water you can get from your faucets in your home. We got these things from Amazon called water bladders that hold up to 40 gallons of water. we got a 3 pack of those for $29 on Amazon Prime. If you have a spare bathroom with a tub, you can put one in your tub and fill it up now. Or, if you have a large 40+ gallon trash can, that would hold one of the water bladders. Don't fill them up the whole way, leave a little space, and you will probably need to use a lifestraw or water tablets to drink that water. It's just a way to store it. We have different water containers, some are flat and fill up, and we already have the 5 gallon ones you can get at Walmart, those are for our home.  One thing that was at the top of our list were lifestraws. You can filter almost any water with a lifestraw, and they are relatively cheap. You can screw them on to water bottle containers (the plastic ones) and gather water/filter it that way. You can also get Aquatabs to make water drinkable.  Churches or food banks may have food you can get now. After things start you may be able to get food other ways.  Don't forget your pets! They also need water and food and do your best to keep them cool. We have a little fan that also cools with water and that can be recharged on our solar generator. I hear a lot about Jackery and Ecoflow, but we got a Bluetti setup. We are making payments on it, we felt like it was important. You can get solar chargers that fit on a backpack, I don't know how well they work, but there are many options out there.  We did get defense in case we need to protect ourselves or in case we need to hunt. If you save your fast food condiment packets, those would be very helpful during an emergency while people don't have power. I even heard someone say those would be valuable to trade or barter.  We have mostly canned and dried food. Dried food requires water so canned is better in a lot of cases, just do what you can. Our Pantry is not full. It is just full of things we got around Covid time. We still have canned things and things that are still good from back then. We have rice, beans, easy things to make like macaroni and cheese (with the one packet of cheese sauce) soup, crackers, pasta, basic stuff. And a lot of seasonings. We do have giant things of peanut butter, and though it is not my favorite, I know it would keep me alive. We have giant bags of dry food for our cats, and we have Taurine in case we would have to hunt and make food for them. We will print off a couple of recipes because if power goes out, phones won't be working, and I don't know if I can see my notes if that happens. I doubt it. I also wrote down our family members' phone numbers and all of this is in a notebook that we will take with us if/when we leave.  The only thing they say that will be working after the electrical grid goes down is satellite, so look for satellite phones if you are looking for a way to communicate. Garmin has some and there is something called Zoleo which looks like it is a satellite text only option which would be cheaper than the actual sat phones.  If you are on TikTok, look up Karen's Emergency preparedness @karensemergencypreparardns Also on Tiktok, dmoncrea @dmoncrea , she talks about how she just got called up to go back to work. Her work is in disaster preparedness, authoritarian rule, martial law, shelter in place, civil unrest, etc. Basically that is her expertise and that is what her job was in.  We get different spiritual information than these ladies, but that doesn't matter. Prepping is prepping and they have a lot of knowledge. What matters is that so many of us feel that something is going to happen, and preparation can only help you in the end.     

In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina sits down with fellow board-certified dermatologist Dr. Amaris Geisler, a specialist in vulvar dermatoses based in Atlanta, to break the silence around a body part most women can't even name correctly — the vulva. They cover what the vulva actually is (versus the vagina), the most common conditions dermatologists see there (lichen sclerosis, eczema, psoriasis, and even skin cancer), and why so many women get dismissed with a yeast infection diagnosis instead of a real workup. Dr. Geisler explains the lifelong treatment path for lichen sclerosis, the risks of leaving it untreated (scarring and squamous cell carcinoma), how symptoms and pigmentary changes can present differently in skin of color, and why products like Vagisil and fragranced washes often cause more harm than good. The conversation also tackles the psychological and relational toll of vulvar skin disease, and closes with practical advice on red flags, finding a specialist, and what a proper workup with a dermatologist and gynecologist looks like. The throughline: your vulva is skin, it deserves the same care and attention as anywhere else on your body, and there is nothing shameful about asking for help. In this episode:  00:00 — The Symptom No One Talks About 00:40 — Show Intro & Medical Disclaimer 01:35 — Meet Dr. Amaris Geisler & Why This Conversation Matters 03:15 — How She Fell Into Vulvar Dermatology 05:55 — What Is the Vulva, Really? (Anatomy 101) 07:55 — The Most Common Vulvar Skin Conditions 10:10 — Yes, Skin Cancer Can Happen Here Too 13:25 — Why Self-Checks and Full-Body Exams Matter 15:25 — Lichen Sclerosis Symptoms: Itching, Pain & Fissures 16:55 — Treatment: Steroids and the Lifelong Maintenance Plan 19:25 — The Real Risks of Skipping Treatment (Scarring & Cancer) 21:25 — Menopause, Hormones & the Lichen Sclerosis Connection 24:25 — When (and How) Biopsies Are Actually Done 26:55 — Cysts, Fear, and the "Is This an STD" Question 28:25 — The Truth About Hygiene (Stop Douching) 30:25 — Allergic Reactions: Vagisil, Fragrance & What's Actually Safe 32:55 — Vulvar Conditions in Skin of Color 34:55 — The Mental Health Toll of Vulvar Skin Disease 36:10 — Sex, Intimacy & Reassurance for Partners 36:55 — Red Flags: When to See a Doctor Immediately 37:40 — How to Find a Vulvar Specialist 38:15 — What a Proper Workup Looks Like 38:45 — Final Advice: Treat Your Vulva With Kindness 39:15 — Outro: Subscribe & More Resources at theskinreal.com Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today's discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don't miss out!

President Donald Trump has continued his pressure campaign on European defense spending. But in the lead-up to the next NATO Summit, there is another core question to ask: How is Europe coordinating its defense production? This might be the key issue that determines how Trump's pressure campaign pays off in the long run.  Kate McCann and Sir Richard Dearlove are joined by Ambassador Julianne Smith (Former United States Permanent Representative to NATO under President Biden) and A. Wess Mitchell, Ph.D. (former senior State Department official who helped shape the first Trump administration's Europe strategy) to break down what's really at stake in Ankara.  Plus: Should NATO stay laser-focused on Russia and leave China to the U.S.? How deep is the lingering trust deficit after the Greenland dispute?  Got a question or comment? Email us at hello@onedecision.com or drop us a comment on YouTube. We might answer it in next week's episode. In this episode: (00:00) Cold Open (00:57) Where US-Iran Talks Stand (06:33) Five Eyes Warnings: Chinese LinkedIn Recruitment & AI Threats (11:51) Setting the Scene for NATO's Ankara Summit (13:35) What Does the US Want Out of This Summit? (19:47) Debating What "US Leadership" Really Means (24:59) Trump's Balancing Act: Pressure vs. Reassurance (28:04) The Coordination Problem: Europe's "Potluck Dinner" (37:19) Should NATO Even Focus on China? (44:31) The Anglosphere & AUKUS Debate (45:23) Who's the Most Awkward Meeting for Trump in Ankara? (47:47) Is Trump's Personality a Distraction From Policy? (50:05) Will the Iran War Overshadow the Summit? (52:35) Chaos Agent or Strategic Operator? (56:19) The One Decision to Watch at Ankara (59:31) Listener Mail: Energy Pricing & Geopolitical Reality (1:04:15) Listener Mail: Cuba's Civil Society Problem Show Notes:  https://youtu.be/0pYUYBwRdLs?si=2fbDUznnuIs-Y5H3  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7FGkxRO_es  Hosted by Sir Richard Dearlove (former MI6 Chief) and Kate McCann (Political Editor at Times Radio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tenderoni Hotline #37: Hello my love, and welcome back to the Tenderoni Hotline, our soft and spacious corner of The Feminist Wellness Podcast, where we explore your most tender questions about healing, nervous system care, and reclaiming your self-trust.In today's episode, we're diving into two deeply relatable questions that so many of us carry quietly. First, what's really going on when you can't stop thinking about your ex and keep reaching for “closure,” even though you know they won't give you what you need? We'll explore why this craving is less about them and more about your nervous system's longing for completion, and how to create that sense of closure from within.Then we turn toward the ache of constantly seeking reassurance, even in a loving, safe relationship. If you find yourself asking “Are we okay?” again and again, this part is for you. We'll unpack the roots of that pattern and talk about how to gently retrain your nervous system to trust safety, love, and steadiness without outsourcing your emotional security.You'll walk away with nervous system-informed tools, a whole lot of compassion, and a deeper understanding of why your brain and body respond the way they do. Because you're not broken. You're healing.So settle in, grab your cozy beverage of choice, and let's get into it.Got a question for the Tenderoni Hotline? Send it to me at: podcast@beatrizalbina.comOrder your copy of End Emotional Outsourcing here: https://beatrizalbina.com/book/Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizvictoriaalbinanp/?hl=en

Secretary Rubio's Reassurance Mission to Gulf Allies. Guest: Mary Kissel. Secretary of State Marco Rubio travels to the Gulf to reassure the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain of U.S. security commitments following Iranian attacks. Kissel criticizes the administration for granting Iran sanctions relief and 60-day exemptions, arguing that the diplomatic effort prioritizes "hope over experience" regarding Iranian nuclear ambitions. 51936

If you have OCD or anxiety and you can't stop seeking reassurance, you are not alone and you are not broken. Whether it's Googling, calling loved ones, or mentally reviewing events over and over, reassurance seeking feels necessary in the moment. But it keeps you stuck. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW explains exactly why reassurance seeking is so hard to stop, and what you actually need to do instead.The problem is not willpower. The mistake most people make is trying to stop the behavior without addressing the inner emotional pressure that is driving it. When you just stop seeking reassurance without working on what is underneath, the anxiety doesn't go away. It shifts. You end up with a new theme, a new compulsion, or a new obsession, and the cycle continues.True recovery from OCD and anxiety means learning to confront and metabolize the emotions underneath the compulsion, not just stopping the behavior on the surface. This episode walks you through the core mindset shift that makes that possible.

What happens when you begin recognising old relational patterns… and start looking back at past relationships differently?In this week's Inner Work episode, I reflect on grief, hindsight, growth, emotional memory and the complicated feelings that can emerge when we realise we might make very different choices now than we once did.We explore:changing values and prioritiesrelational growth and self-reflectioncompassion for former versions of ourselvesgrief for what could have beenemotional reactions to photos, memories and relationships from the pasthealing old emotional woundshow therapy can help memories feel less emotionally jaggedThis is a reflective, compassionate episode about growth, hindsight and learning to hold both sadness and fondness at the same time.My Inner Work series is a space to pause and think more deeply about yourself. I explore where those roles come from… and whether they're still serving you now.These videos were previously members only but I have decided to share them with you so thanks for being here.

Reassurance feels helpful in the moment. You ask someone if everything is okay, replay a memory to make sure you didn't do anything wrong, Google the same question for the tenth time, or tell yourself that your fear isn't true. The problem? OCD is never satisfied. The relief lasts for a moment, then the doubt comes back — and the cycle starts all over again. In this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains the many forms reassurance-seeking can take and doing so often feeds OCD.At NOCD, we specialize in exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD—a treatment that can help you live a fulfilling life. If you're ready to take your first step, book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitter.com/treatmyocdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You check their phone. Their location. Their social media. Their messages. Their tone of voice. The time they arrived home. The way they answered a question. The hesitation before they replied. And even when you find nothing, the urge eventually comes back. So why do you keep checking? In this episode of After the Affair, Luke explores one of the most common but misunderstood behaviours following betrayal: the compulsion to monitor, investigate, and search for reassurance. At first glance, checking appears logical. After all, you were lied to. You were blindsided. The person you trusted broke that trust. Of course your brain wants to make sure it never happens again. But what if checking isn't actually creating safety? What if it's doing something else entirely? Luke explores the hidden relationship between checking and uncertainty, why the nervous system becomes trapped in threat detection mode after betrayal, and why the relief checking provides is often temporary rather than transformative. Most importantly, this episode explores the deeper question beneath the behaviour itself: What are you hoping checking will eventually give you? Because understanding the answer to that question may reveal far more about your healing than any phone, message, location history, or social media account ever could. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why checking becomes such a powerful habit after betrayal The difference between safety and uncertainty reduction What your nervous system is trying to achieve when it urges you to check Why finding "nothing" often doesn't make you feel better The hidden emotional cost of constant monitoring How checking can unintentionally reinforce anxiety Why trust and certainty are not the same thing The difference between investigation and anxiety management What checking may be preventing you from focusing on How self-trust becomes an essential part of recovery A Powerful Question From This Episode "What are you hoping checking will eventually give you?" Not what you're looking for. Not what you might find. Not who you're checking. What are you hoping it will give you? Safety? Certainty? Control? Relief? Reassurance? Because once you understand the need beneath the behaviour, you can begin addressing the real problem rather than managing the symptom. Key Takeaways ✅ Checking is a normal response to betrayal. ✅ Your nervous system is trying to prevent you from being blindsided again. ✅ Checking provides temporary relief, not lasting safety. ✅ The brain often mistakes uncertainty reduction for security. ✅ Finding nothing rarely resolves the deeper fear. ✅ Hypervigilance can become exhausting emotionally and physically. ✅ Trust cannot be rebuilt through monitoring alone. ✅ The urge to check does not automatically mean something is wrong. ✅ Recovery involves learning to tolerate uncertainty without immediately acting on it. ✅ The ultimate goal is not trusting them blindly, it is rebuilding trust in yourself. Why This Episode Matters Many betrayed partners spend months, or even years, trapped in a cycle of checking. Checking feels responsible. Checking feels protective. Checking feels like you're doing something. But over time, it can become a prison. Not because you're weak. Not because you're obsessive. But because your nervous system learned a painful lesson and is desperately trying to keep you safe. This episode explores why checking is often an attempt to manage anxiety rather than gather information, and why genuine recovery requires something deeper than monitoring another person's behaviour. Because eventually the question stops being: "Can I trust them?" And becomes: "Can I trust myself?" Resources & Support If you're navigating the aftermath of infidelity and looking for support, guidance, and practical tools to help you move forward, Luke offers both private coaching and community support.

Flipkart is accelerating its AI ambitions with a wave of senior hires from leading tech and consumer companies, while Vodafone Idea non-executive chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla has reassured investors about the telecom operator's revival plans. Rising smartphone and laptop prices are driving more consumers toward EMI financing, even as the FIFA World Cup 2026 sparks a boost in television and merchandise sales across India. Meanwhile, Anthropic has apologised after developers criticised restrictions embedded in its latest Claude Fable 5 AI model, raising fresh questions about AI governance and transparency.

Your kid won't sleep alone, melts down before soccer, refuses to order their own food, panics over mistakes, clings to you at drop-off and explodes when things feel uncertain. And every instinct in your body says, "Make it better." "Fix it." "Protect them." "Help them feel safe." But what if that's exactly where anxiety wins??In this episode, Deena unpacks one of the biggest parenting mindset shifts you'll ever make: The goal isn't to raise a kid who never feels anxious... It's to raise a kid who knows they can handle anxiety when it shows up. You'll learn why anxiety isn't actually an emotion - it's your brain's safety alarm, why anxious kids often look "difficult" instead of scared, why reassurance can accidentally make anxiety stronger, and why avoidance is anxiety's favorite fuel. This episode is your anxiety playbook. Confidence isn't something kids build before they do hard things; it's what they build because they did them. In this episode, you'll learn:- Why anxiety often shows up as perfectionism, aggression, clinginess, shutdowns, refusal or "bad behavior" - The surprising parenting habit that keeps anxiety growing - What to say instead of "you'll be fine." - How to support your kid without rescuing them - Why "supported struggle" changes the whole system - The exact mindset that builds resilience, courage, and emotional flexibility for life - How to stop anxiety from becoming your kid's identity Most importantly, you'll walk away with a completely different understanding of what anxiety is, what's happening inside your kid's brain, and how to help them build the beliefs that re-wires it all: I can handle hard things, I can feel uncomfortable and still be ok, and I can trust myself. Anxiety isn't a character flaw or personality trait; it's the brain going on high alert when it's actually safe. And once you learn how that alarm system works, you'll never see your child's behavior the same way again. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Hiya Health - Receive 50% off your first order of Hiya's best selling children's vitamin. Head to hiyahealth.com/BLF. Momentous - Head to livemomentous.com and use promo code BIGLITTLEFEELINGS for up to 35% off your first order.Osea - Get 10% off your order sitewide with code BLF at oseamalibu.com.Our Place - Stop cooking with toxic cookware and upgrade to Our Place today! Visit fromourplace.com/BLF and use code BLF for 10% off sitewide. Peloton - Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ at onepeloton.comRythm Health - Rythm is offering our listeners 15% off your first month and free shipping at rythm.health/blf. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailFertility advice can be wrong even when the person giving it meant well. In this episode of Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday, Dr. Mark Amols explores how reassurance, incomplete evaluations, and well-intentioned attempts to “save money” can sometimes delay the fertility care patients actually need.This episode looks at the emotional stress patients feel when they realize they may have lost time, the difference between bad intentions and bad outcomes, and why advice like “just keep trying,” “your labs are normal,” or “at least you can get pregnant” can sometimes miss the bigger picture.Dr. Amols also discusses when OB/GYNs can appropriately help with fertility concerns, when referral to a fertility specialist matters, and why good advice should include a reason, a timeline, a next step, and a point where the plan changes.Thanks for tuning in to another episode of 'Taco Bout Fertility Tuesday' with Dr. Mark Amols. If you found this episode insightful, please share it with friends and family who might benefit from our discussion. Remember, your feedback is invaluable to us – leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred listening platform.Stay connected with us for updates and fertility tips – follow us on Facebook. For more resources and information, visit our website at www.NewDirectionFertility.com.Have a question or a topic you'd like us to cover? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at TBFT@NewDirectionFertility.com.Join us next Tuesday for more discussions on fertility, where we blend medical expertise with a touch of humor to make complex topics accessible and engaging. Until then, keep the conversation going and remember: understanding your fertility is a journey we're on together.

Heart murmurs are one of the most common findings in pediatric practice, but determining which ones warrant further evaluation can be challenging. While many murmurs are innocent, others may signal underlying structural heart disease and require timely referral and management.  In this episode, we discuss how pediatricians can approach the evaluation of heart murmurs, including key features of the child's history and physical exam that help distinguish benign murmurs from those that may be pathologic. We also explore how factors can influence what you hear through your stethoscope.  Joining us is Christopher Rausch, MD, pediatric cardiologist and Director of the Cardiac Developmental Outcomes Program at Children's Hospital Colorado. He is also a professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Rausch shares practical insights to help pediatricians feel more confident in evaluating murmurs, identifying red flags, and knowing when referral is appropriate.  Some highlights from this episode include: How to differentiate the sound of a murmur  The biggest differences between a murmur during the first few days of life and as a teenager  How common it is for children to experience a murmur during their developmental years  Counseling families and deciphering fact versus fear  For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org. 

In this episode of Openlove101, John and Jackie are joined by Jackie's daughter, Ashley, to discuss what it was like growing up with parents in a consensually non-monogamous relationship. Ashley shares that her biggest concern wasn't the lifestyle itself—it was whether John and Jackie were happy and if their relationship was stable. Once reassured that their marriage was strong, she embraced their honesty and appreciated being included in open, judgment-free conversations. The discussion highlights how vulnerability and communication strengthened their family relationships rather than harmed them. Ashley encourages parents to approach these conversations with honesty and reassurance, while reminding adult children that their parents are still the same people they've always known. Highlights Ashley's initial concern was whether her parents were separating, not their lifestyle choices. Open communication strengthened trust and closeness within the family. Parents sharing their lifestyle can create opportunities for honest conversations about relationships and sexuality. Ashley emphasizes that parents are individuals who deserve happiness and authenticity. None of the children felt pressured to adopt the same lifestyle themselves. Reassurance about relationship stability can help ease children's fears. Love, support, and understanding are essential on both sides of the conversation. Key Insights Reassurance Matters: Adult children often care most about whether their parents' relationship is healthy and secure. Honesty Builds Trust: Open conversations can deepen family connections and encourage vulnerability. Parents Are People Too: Children can benefit from recognizing that parents deserve fulfilling relationships and authentic lives. No One Is Being "Converted": Exposure to alternative relationship styles doesn't dictate a child's own relationship choices. Lead with Love: Both parents and children benefit when these discussions are approached with compassion rather than judgment. Keywords Parenting Adult Children Open Relationships Family Communication Vulnerability Trust Consensual Non-Monogamy Relationship Education

Sorry for the delay, but I'm back... with a very personal story. Mikey has been my BFF since 16. I'm 38. That's More than half my life.He's always down for literally anything and will always offer to be the designated driver. He is generous and considerate as hell when he's trying to be. He was the funniest person I knew before moving to Chicago for comedy and meeting real comics. He's fun. He's kind. He is adaptable. He is chill. The most calm voice in the room. But also down to party. He's just cool. And fun. And my people know and love him. He's met my gramma. He went with me to Vermont for my birthday.After my gramma died.He's was there after my brother cut me off from him and his kids 2020 because I sent him a Christmas card that had a hand painted penguin in a mask and Santa hat so he told me, I quote “I know how you are” before never speaking to me again. When my maga momma did the same to me a few years later? Mike was there. Distracting me. Offering support. A shoulder. Reassurance. Kindness. Peace. When nobody else ever did. Read Julie's Medium Blog.Support JULIE (and the show!)Support + get some bonus stuff over on PATREON.Get an occasional personal email from me: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTune in on INSTAGRAM AND YOUTUBE or TIKTOK.Info on War Tax Resistance.Donate to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund and the Sudan Relief FundThe opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

This podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

This podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

This podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

How to Support Someone with Bipolar Disorder (Part 1) In this deeply honest and compassionate episode of This Is Bipolar, Shaley Hoogendoorn and Julie Kraft tackle one of the most requested topics from listeners: how to support someone living with bipolar disorder or another mental illness. Speaking from lived experience, they open up about the realities of being on both sides of the relationship — loving someone with bipolar disorder and living with it yourself. Together, they discuss the guilt, shame, loneliness, boundaries, communication struggles, reassurance, emotional regulation, and difficult decisions that can come with supporting a loved one through mental health challenges. The conversation explores: What to do when someone refuses help Why boundaries matter (and why they can hurt) The importance of timing difficult conversations during stable moments How depression, anxiety, anger, and mania affect relationships Why reassurance and emotional safety are so important Supporting your loved one without losing yourself Finding support as a caregiver, spouse, family member, or friend Most importantly, this episode reminds listeners that bipolar disorder is treatable, relationships can survive and thrive, and both the person living with the illness and the people loving them deserve compassion and support. This is an emotional but incredibly important conversation for anyone navigating mental illness within relationships, friendships, or family dynamics. ⏱️ Important Timestamps (00:02:10) — Why this episode is emotionally difficult but deeply needed (00:05:35) — Can you make someone get help? Julie shares the ultimatum that changed her life (00:13:50) — Why boundaries feel painful for people living with bipolar disorder (00:22:05) — Anger, emotional intensity & seeing bipolar through a compassion lens (00:30:15) — Why loved ones also need support and safe spaces to talk (00:40:20) — Reassurance, safety & the phrases that genuinely help during episodes This is bipolar...   Connect with Shaley Hoogendoorn Website: www.thisisbipolar.com Instagram: @this.is.bipolar Shaley Hoogendoorn is a Canadian mental health advocate, elementary school teacher, event planner, wife, and mama living with Bipolar II Disorder. She is the host of the podcast This Is Bipolar, where she shares honest conversations and lived experiences to help reduce stigma and remind others that they are not alone. Through storytelling, advocacy, and community-building, Shaley is passionate about creating safe spaces for people navigating bipolar disorder and mental health challenges.   About Julie Kraft Julie Kraft is a mental health advocate, artist, author, wife, and mama living with Bipolar Disorder. Through sharing her lived experience, Julie is passionate about helping others feel seen, understood, and less alone in their mental health journeys. Known for her honesty, compassion, and creativity, she uses storytelling and advocacy to encourage open conversations around bipolar disorder, stigma, healing, and hope. www.juliekraft.com   #thisisbipolar #thisisbipolarvlog #thisisbipolarpodcast #mentalhealthpodcast #bipolarpodcast #mentalhealthpodcast  

When worry takes over, logic alone won't help. Nervous system calming techniques for anxious children focus on regulating the body first so kids can truly settle. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, expert in Regulation First Parenting™, guides parents to calm dysregulation at its source.Nervous system calming techniques for anxious children aren't about saying the “right” thing—they're about helping your child's body feel safe again. When your child spirals and nothing you say works, it's not defiance—it's dysregulation.In this episode, you'll learn how to calm the brain first so real change can happen.Why doesn't reassurance calm my anxious child?If you've ever said, “You'll be fine”—and watched your child get more upset—you're not alone. Anxiety doesn't start in the thinking brain. It starts in the nervous system.When we jump in with reassurance, we accidentally feed the anxiety loop. Your child keeps asking, you keep answering… and the cycle grows.Reassurance fuels anxiety cycles, especially in kids prone to OCDAnxiety is body-first, not thought-firstYour child isn't being difficult—their nervous system is overwhelmedReal-life Example: Your child asks 10 times before school, “What if I mess up?” You answer every time—but their fear only grows.What actually helps an anxious child calm down in the moment?Let's calm the brain first. The fastest way to do that? Regulate the body.Movement is one of the simplest, most powerful tools to discharge stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline.Gentle movement (walking, stretching, jumping) helps release stressNature exposure adds an extra calming effectAvoid intense activity—we're not matching adrenaline with more adrenalineEven a short walk outside before school can shift your child from panic to calm.Want to stay calm when your child pushes every button? Become a Dysregulation Insider VIP and get the FREE Regulation Rescue Kit—your step-by-step guide to stop oppositional behaviors without yelling or giving in.Go to www.drroseann.com/newsletter and grab your kit today.How can I teach my child to calm their nervous system?One word: breathe. It's free, powerful, and always available.Most kids (and adults!) breathe in their chest, which increases anxiety. We want slow, belly breathing that signals safety to the brain.Inhale through the nose, exhale longer through the mouthTry fun tools: bubbles, stuffed animals on the bellyPractice daily—not just in meltdown momentsBold truth: The longer exhale is what tells the brain, “You're safe.”Want a simple, step-by-step way to teach this? Quick CALM program walks you through exactly how to regulate your child's nervous system in real life—without guesswork.What sensory strategies help anxious kids feel safe?Many kids regulate best through sensory input—and it's often overlooked.These tools send a powerful message to the brain: You can relax now.Deep pressure (hugs, weighted blankets)Warmth (baths, showers)Low stimulation (dim lights, quiet spaces)Think of it as creating a “safe bubble” for their nervous system to settle.

In this episode, Justine Reichman interviews Stacey Berger, a seasoned product developer and founder of Sum Of All, about her journey into creating precision skincare tailored for women in midlife. They explore the science behind hormonal skin changes, sustainable beauty practices, and the importance of intentional product formulation. Keywords skincare, menopause, sustainability, women in midlife, product development, hormonal skin, clean beauty, innovation, self-care, empowerment Key  topics Hormonal impact on skin during menopause The importance of science-backed ingredients Sustainable and clean beauty practices Building a brand with purpose and intention The role of collaboration with medical experts Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Essential Ingredients and Guest Introduction 01:42 Stacey's Journey in Product Development 03:47 The Transition to Entrepreneurship 06:29 Overcoming Challenges as an Entrepreneur 09:00 The Importance of Community and Support 13:31 Personal Experience with Perimenopause 16:40 Identifying the Market Gap 22:10 Precision Skincare Explained 29:28 The Intent Behind Clean Beauty 32:35 Navigating Clean and Sustainable Choices 34:53 Empowering Women Through Beauty 39:24 Sustainability Challenges in Product Development 40:44 Holistic Approach to Beauty and Wellness 42:28 The Role of Indie Brands in Beauty Innovation 44:24 Customer Impact Stories 49:16 Reassurance for Women in Midlife 51:04 Rapid Fire Insights on Beauty Guest links Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/some_of_all_beauty

➡️ Search OCD HELP app on App Store and Google PlayThis podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

Looking for daily inspiration?  Get a quote from the top leaders in the industry in your inbox every morning.   Walter Magnuson is the Executive Director of Winchester Mystery House. With a background that includes guest-facing leadership roles at The Walt Disney Company and experience in hospitality, entertainment, and operations, Walter brings a blend of historical stewardship and modern attraction management to one of the most recognizable historic properties in the United States. Throughout the conversation, he shares insights into preserving the legacy of Sarah Winchester while continuing to evolve the guest experience for modern audiences. In this interview, Walter talks about legends and lore, steering the passion, and providing reassurance. Legends and lore “And the legends and lore of the story is that she sought out a medium… and the medium advised that all the karma is cursing you.” Walter explains how the story of Sarah Winchester continues to fascinate guests more than a century after her passing. He walks through the origins of the home, from Sarah's personal tragedies and the rise of spiritualism in the late 1800s to the unusual architectural features that still define the estate today. The house's winding hallways, stairs leading nowhere, and sealed-off rooms have fueled decades of speculation and intrigue, helping transform the property into a globally recognized attraction. At the same time, Walter emphasizes that the attraction is not solely about ghost stories. The team continues uncovering new historical details about Sarah Winchester's philanthropy, business acumen, and influence during a time when few women held similar power or independence. By balancing the paranormal appeal with deeper historical storytelling, Winchester Mystery House continues to evolve while still honoring the myths and mysteries that first captured public attention. Steering the passion “I think it's really trying to steer that passion in the direction that is most beneficial for us and for the guest experience.” Walter speaks candidly about leading a team of “caretakers” who feel personally connected to the house and its history. Rather than referring to employees as staff members, the organization embraces the idea that everyone is collectively responsible for preserving and sharing Sarah Winchester's legacy. Walter explains that many team members feel deeply protective of the property, sometimes even hesitant to expose certain areas of the house to guests out of fear of damage or overuse. His leadership approach focuses on channeling that passion toward guest-centric thinking. By opening previously restricted spaces, enhancing storytelling, and modernizing parts of the experience, Walter has worked to shift the internal culture toward accessibility and hospitality while still respecting the home's historical significance. He also discusses the realities of operating a privately owned historic attraction, reminding the team that ticket revenue directly funds restoration efforts and keeps the property relevant for future generations. Providing reassurance “It's not escapism and it's not fantasy. It's reassurance.” Walter reflects on lessons he learned during his time at Disney, specifically the philosophy shared by legendary Imagineer John Hench. Walter explains that great attractions do more than entertain. They reassure guests that the world is meaningful, welcoming, and worth exploring. He connects that philosophy directly to Winchester Mystery House and other historic attractions that create emotional experiences capable of inspiring guests long after they leave. Walter also applies this mindset to leadership and organizational culture. Whether discussing neighborhood development around the property or guiding employees through operational change, he consistently emphasizes optimism, communication, and perspective. For him, attractions are not just places people visit. They are places where people reconnect with history, imagination, and each other. That sense of reassurance, he believes, is what makes experiences truly memorable and enduring.   Walter can be reached on LinkedIn, as well as by email at walter@winchestermysteryhouse.com. To learn more about Winchester Mystery House, visit Winchester Mystery House. This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our faaaaaantastic team: Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas   To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)

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Asking for help can be difficult, especially when you are struggling with anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, or agoraphobia. In this episode, Drew and Josh break down the nuances of asking for anxiety help. There is a fine line between asking for genuine support and looking for compulsive reassurance or soothing to make the discomfort disappear.Drew and Josh discuss why so many people feel like a burden when asking for support and how anxiety often twists the desire for help into a demand for certainty. You will learn how to shift away from asking for short-term fixes and instead ask for the encouragement and reminders you need to tolerate difficult feelings and build long-term psychological flexibility.--Want talk about this episode with Josh and Drew and others that share your experience in a supportive environment? We're hanging out on the Disordered Community space.https://disordered.fm/community-- The guys also share inspiring "Did It Anyway" stories from the community, demonstrating how learning to accept discomfort—and sometimes even choosing to do less or rest—is a vital part of the recovery journey.Reassurance vs. Support: Understanding the difference between asking for tools to cope and asking for temporary soothing to make the feelings go away.Overcoming the "Burden" Myth: Why anxiety makes you feel like an inconvenience and how to reframe asking for help as a step toward growth.Asking for Encouragement over Certainty: How requesting reminders of your past success and capability can help you step into feared situations.The Courage to Do Less: Why sometimes the best way to do it anyway is to give yourself permission to rest and step off the productivity treadmill.---The Disordered Guide to Health Anxiety is available as a paperback or on Kindlehttps://www.disordered.fm/the-disordered-guide-to-health-anxiety/---Struggling with worry and rumination that you feel you can't stop or control? Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Worry and Rumination Explained⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a two hour pre-recorded workshop produced by Josh and Drew. The workshop takes a deep dive into the mechanics of worrying and ruminating, offering some helpful ways to approach the seemingly unsolvable problem of trying to solve seemingly unsolvable problems.-----Got a question or did it anyway to share? Send us an email or voicemail on our website.

In this week's episode of the Inside Elland Road podcast, co-host Chris O'Connor joins Graham Smyth to discuss their take on the win over Brighton and what happened at the club's official awards ceremony on Tuesday night. They also discuss the West Ham United game, who they want to go down and the crucial differences in Southampton's Spygate scandal.

Your partner said all the right things. So why do you feel MORE alone than before you opened up? Welcome to positive invalidation. That strange ache—being reassured into invisibility—has a name. It's what happens when "you're so good at your job, don't even worry about it" lands like a door quietly closing on what you actually feel. In this episode, Tony Overbay unpacks the science of validation, the paradox underneath it, and why the partner who soothes you fastest may be regulating their own nervous system, not seeing yours. Through the story of Archie and Veronica, this episode explores: Why positive invalidation stings more than the obvious kind—and how to spot it inside your own well-meaning reassurances Dr. Marsha Linehan's "kernel of truth" definition of validation, plus Tony's four pillars of a connected conversation David Schnarch's distinction between other-validated and self-validated intimacy—and why needing validation is the real trap The co-regulation research (including the famous fMRI hand-holding study) that explains why your partner's bad day becomes your emergency The four stages of competence, from "unconscious incompetence" to actually living it—and why stage two is where most people quit therapy HALT, upstream versus downstream work, and a surprising tangent into energy landscapes and Buddhist non-self As a licensed marriage and family therapist who's spent decades guiding couples back toward each other, Tony weaves together DBT, ACT, and Schnarch's differentiation work to answer one question: can you give validation as a gift without needing it back? If something here resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear that they're not broken—they're human. Please follow Tony on Instagram @virtual.couch on Tiktok @virtualcouch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tonyoverbaylmft and on Substack https://thevirtualcouch.substack.com/ You can reach out to Tony through his website tonyoverbay.com or by emailing contact @ tonyoverbay.com 00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer 02:28 Meet Archie and Veronica 03:07 A Compliment That Hurts 05:08 Positive Invalidation Explained 06:35 Where Invalidation Comes From 09:10 Science of Validation and DBT 09:49 Four Pillars of Connection 12:31 Validation Research and Polarization 14:52 Schnarch and Differentiation 18:05 Self-Validated Intimacy 19:08 Non-Self and Interdependence 22:58 Co-Regulation and Fusion 26:08 When Comfort Is for You 28:11 Co-Regulation as Hope 28:57 When Growth Triggers Chaos 30:03 Energy Landscapes Explained 32:01 Biology of Pushback 35:02 Validation Paradox 38:12 Self-Validated Intimacy 41:12 Building Self-Validation 46:20 Veronica and Archie Revisited 47:09 Upstream vs Downstream 51:37 Four Stages of Change 55:00 Key Takeaways and Wrap

Can someone with BPD care about other people and still behave in profoundly unempathetic ways?In this episode of The BPD Bunch, Xannie, Georgette, André, Solène, and Katja explore the uncomfortable reality that Borderline Personality Disorder can sometimes make people so emotionally reactive, hypervigilant, and consumed by fear that they stop accurately understanding or trusting other people's emotions, intentions, and experiences.This season, we're discussing BPD through the lens of the Alternative Model of Personality Disorders (AMPD). Under the AMPD, difficulties with empathy are considered part of impairments in interpersonal functioning, alongside intimacy. To meet criteria for BPD in this model, a person must have difficulties in at least two areas of personality functioning: identity, self direction, empathy, or intimacy, along with four or more pathological personality traits, which we'll be discussing in more detail later this season.In this episode:* BPD and empathy* Social paranoia in BPD* Misreading neutrality as rejection* Reassurance seeking* Fear of abandonment* Mind-reading and projection* Why emotional overwhelm can reduce empathyIf you've ever convinced yourself someone secretly hated you, struggled to trust reassurance, replayed social interactions for hours, or felt overwhelmed by other people's emotions, this episode is for you.In the first two episodes of the season, Dr. Carla Sharp, Dr. Frank Yeomans, and Dr. Alex Stein explained what the AMPD is, how it changes from the current categorical model, and how the BPD diagnosis is changing. If you missed them check them out:Part 1Part 2⸻

In this homily The Rev. Dr. James E. Taylor, Rector of St.George Episcopal Church, tells us that as we continue in the Easter season, it is a time of reassurance. By sending the Advocate (the Holy Spirit) God is helping us do the things he wishes us to do and to build His church. This shows us that God is not abandoning us. If we are faithful to God's commands, we will see the world change.Send comments to: musingsonfaith@gmail.com.

It feels so natural to explain, reassure, and try to calm your child down when OCD is loud. After all, that's how we solve problems in real life. But OCD doesn't play by those rules.When we try to reason with OCD, we often get pulled deeper into its loop, answering more questions, giving more explanations, and still watching our child struggle.In this episode, I talk about why reasoning and reassurance can quietly fuel OCD, what's actually happening in your child's brain in those moments, and how to start shifting your role from “problem solver” to “anchor.”If you are a parent who finds yourself repeating the same answers over and over, or watching your child feel better for a moment only to spiral again, this episode will help you understand why and what to do instead.Links mentioned in episode:PDF handoutSPACE Study CourseVideo on Reassurance as an OCD CompulsionVideo on Confessing as an OCD Compulsion***This podcast episode is sponsored by NOCD. NOCD provides online OCD therapy in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. To schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if NOCD is a right fit for you and your child, go tohttps://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parentingThis podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.Parents, do you need more support?

➡️ Search OCD HELP app on App Store and Google PlayThis podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

Stuck in endless reassurance loops? Understanding why reassurance backfires and leads to worse behavior and more nervous system dysregulation helps you shift from short-term relief to real calm. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, founder of Regulation First Parenting™, guides parents to build lasting regulation.You answer, reassure, explain—and five minutes later, it starts again. It's exhausting, and it can make you question everything. You're not alone and it's not bad parenting—it's a dysregulated nervous system. In this episode, learn why reassurance backfires and leads to worse behavior and more nervous system dysregulation—and what actually helps your child feel calm and safe.Why does my child keep asking the same anxious questions over and over?If your child asks, “Are you sure I won't get sick?” or “Are you sure the door is locked?” on repeat, it's not because they didn't hear you.It's because their nervous system isn't regulated.Reassurance gives quick relief—but not lasting calmThe brain gets a dopamine hit, then craves moreAnxiety learns: ask → get relief → repeatBehavior is communication. Your child isn't looking for facts—they're looking for regulation.Real-life example:One parent shared her daughter asked 40+ questions every night. No matter how many answers she gave, it was never enough. Why? Because the brain wasn't seeking truth—it was seeking relief from distress.Why does reassurance make anxiety and OCD worse over time?This is where things get tricky—and honestly, surprising.Reassurance doesn't calm the brain long-term. It actually feeds the anxiety loop.It avoids discomfort instead of building toleranceThe brain stays in threat mode (fight-or-flight)Dependence on you increases instead of resilienceOver time, this can escalate:Anxiety → OCD patternsAnxiety → Shutdown or depressionChronic stress → nervous system overloadIt's not misbehavior—it's dysregulation.How do I help my child without reinforcing their fears?Here's the shift that changes everything:

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Parents often hear the same questions from their child again and again, and it can be hard to know if answering is helping or making things worse. In this episode, I break down the important difference between anxiety reassurance and OCD reassurance.While they can look similar on the surface, they serve very different purposes. Anxiety reassurance often comes from a child not trusting their ability to cope, while OCD reassurance acts as a compulsion that keeps the OCD cycle going. Knowing the difference can change how you respond.If you are a parent who feels stuck answering the same worries, fears, or “what if” questions, this episode will help you understand when reassurance supports your child and when it unintentionally grows anxiety and OCD.Links discussed during episode:Get the PDF handout for this episode hereFree series: Survival Tools for Parents Raising Kids with Anxiety or OCDThe SPACE Study Guide CourseVideo: How Reassurance is a CompulsionPodcast: How to Use Reassurance CardsPodcast: How to Create an Effective Incentive Plan***This podcast episode is sponsored by NOCD. NOCD provides online OCD therapy in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. To schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if NOCD is a right fit for you and your child, go tohttps://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parentingThis podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.Parents, do you need more support?