Podcast appearances and mentions of Robert James

Ready for real help with OCD or anxiety? Book a free discovery call with me — no pressure, no obligation: robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call Prefer to work at your own pace? My 12-week programs are available self-guided: Break Free from OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/self-guided Sensorimotor OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/sensorimotor-self-guided New here? Start with my free course: robertjamescoaching.com/free In this episode Robert James explores whether looking for certainty is always harmful for people with OCD and anxiety. He explains why a little tolerance for uncertainty — not complete ambiguity — can help break the compulsive cycle, and why learning to let go and return to the present is key to recovery. Robert also outlines gentle, practical steps for tolerating small amounts of doubt, how that builds new habits over time, and where to get further support if you need it 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 free discovery call with me — no pressure, no obligation: robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call Prefer to work at your own pace? My 12-week programs are available self-guided: Break Free from OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/self-guided Sensorimotor OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/sensorimotor-self-guided New here? Start with my free course: robertjamescoaching.com/free In this episode Robert James interviews Adriana, a former client who recounts how intrusive thoughts and panic escalated into a crisis and how she found recovery through acceptance-based work, group support, and practical techniques. Adriana shares the tools that helped her: choosing not to engage with compulsions, cold showers to tolerate panic, living by values, and practicing self-compassion — changes that enabled her to regain agency, start coaching, and move forward 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 free discovery call with me — no pressure, no obligation: robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call Prefer to work at your own pace? My 12-week programs are available self-guided: Break Free from OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/self-guided Sensorimotor OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/sensorimotor-self-guided New here? Start with my free course: robertjamescoaching.com/free In this episode Robert James explains why OCD-driven overthinking persists even when it feels pointless: anxiety turns thinking into a habit that seeks certainty rather than solutions. He outlines a simple approach—acknowledge the emotion, tolerate the discomfort briefly, and refocus on values and actions—to retrain your brain and move back into your life 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 free discovery call with me — no pressure, no obligation: robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call Prefer to work at your own pace? My 12-week programs are available self-guided: Break Free from OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/self-guided Sensorimotor OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/sensorimotor-self-guided New here? Start with my free course: robertjamescoaching.com/free Hello and welcome to the OCD and Anxiety podcast with me, Robert James, a coach and somebody who's been through it too. In episode 629, Robert explains what to do in the first 10 seconds after an intrusive thought or trigger. He walks through why the instinct to immediately 'fix' the thought feeds OCD, and offers a practical approach: notice the trigger, tolerate the uncomfortable emotion, and gently refocus your attention toward valued activities. Learn how allowing uncertainty within those first moments can reduce OCD's power and help you respond more effectively over time 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 free discovery call with me — no pressure, no obligation: robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call Prefer to work at your own pace? My 12-week programs are available self-guided: Break Free from OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/self-guided Sensorimotor OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/sensorimotor-self-guided New here? Start with my free course: robertjamescoaching.com/free Hello and welcome to the OCD and Anxiety podcast with Robert James. In this episode Robert explains how prolonged stress and rumination—driven by OCD and anxiety—can drain your energy by affecting mitochondria and keeping your body in a threat response. He outlines why constant checking and resistance are metabolically costly, and offers compassionate, practical guidance on redirecting that energy: allowing discomfort, reducing the fight-or-flight response, and gradually rebuilding presence and connection with the life you value 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 free discovery call with me — no pressure, no obligation: robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call Prefer to work at your own pace? My 12-week programs are available self-guided: Break Free from OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/self-guided Sensorimotor OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/sensorimotor-self-guided New here? Start with my free course: robertjamescoaching.com/free In this episode Robert James explains why setbacks with OCD are a normal part of recovery, using a weather metaphor to show that your progress hasn't disappeared even when anxiety spikes. He offers simple, practical steps to respond differently—returning to action, taking small values‑based steps, and practicing exposures—and outlines a self‑paced version of his Break Free from OCD program for ongoing 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.  

Join me for my Free Live Workshop - Breaking the OCD Loop : https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=ba16b63d5ade372807e489000486b39c9b8de17b-478ebf87-dd32-47d9-bc5f-28da501c10d5   Ready for real help with OCD or anxiety? Book a free discovery call with me — no pressure, no obligation: robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call Prefer to work at your own pace? My 12-week programs are available self-guided: Break Free from OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/self-guided Sensorimotor OCD: robertjamescoaching.com/sensorimotor-self-guided New here? Start with my free course: robertjamescoaching.com/free In this episode Robert James exposes one of OCD's most powerful tricks: a false, convincing sense of urgency that pushes you to analyse, check, or seek reassurance. He explains how that urgency fuels the cycle of compulsions, shrinks your life, and how pausing to notice the pattern can let you choose a different, value-driven response. Robert also shares practical steps—spotting triggers, letting sensations be, and refocusing on meaningful activities—and invites listeners to a free live workshop, "Breaking the OCD Loop," to learn first steps out of the cycle 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.      

Free Starter Course: Break Free from OCD : https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=ba16b63d5ade372807e489000486b39c9b8de17b-478ebf87-dd32-47d9-bc5f-28da501c10d5   Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com   In this episode Robert James explains how to let go after being triggered by OCD, using self-compassion and present-moment awareness to stop the urgency that drives compulsions, reassurance-seeking and rumination. He shares practical insights and analogies (like opening your hand to drop broken glass), plus mentions a free starter course and a 12-week program to help listeners move from panic back to presence 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.    

Free Starter Course: Break Free from OCD : https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=ba16b63d5ade372807e489000486b39c9b8de17b-478ebf87-dd32-47d9-bc5f-28da501c10d5   Free Starter Course: Break Free from Sensorimotor OCD: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4104e42b7d731dd8aea26d77cdc58ed6d831b9f6-893a367f-b240-420e-b9e8-f5890ef1c3b8   Robert James explains how OCD relies on one repeating trick — creating urgency from uncertainty — to keep you trapped. He uses a running metaphor to show why slowing down and allowing discomfort can break the cycle. The episode offers practical steps: notice the urgency, pause instead of acting on it, and practice small, steady changes that build resilience over time 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James shares a simple metaphor from surfing to explain OCD recovery: progress comes when you commit despite fear and uncertainty. He encourages taking "one more paddle"—leaning into discomfort, proving you can tolerate uncertainty, and learning from the results. Practical, hopeful, and brief, the episode offers encouragement and a reminder that small acts of commitment build recovery over time 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.      

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 This episode explores how OCD amplifies uncertainty and turns everyday choices into paralyzing thought loops. Robert James explains why seeking 100% certainty backfires and offers a clear approach: accept uncertainty, make the best decision you can, commit, and learn from the outcome 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explores how nostalgia can turn into rumination for people with OCD, pulling them into repetitive ‘what if' thinking and regret. He explains how low mood and anxiety distort memories and create convincing but incomplete stories about the past. Robert offers practical guidance to notice the urge to replay decisions, resist solving the past, and gently return to the present through presence, acceptance, and small actions that move life forward 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.

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explains how rumination — thinking about your thinking — traps people with OCD and prevents lasting certainty. He offers practical strategies to break the cycle by returning to the body and action: movement, conversation, flow activities, and taking small steps even when you don't feel ready 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.  

Talking about Jesus can feel awkward.What do you say?How do you bring it up naturally?What if you don't know enough?What if it gets uncomfortable?In this message from our Secrets of the Chill People series, Robert James shares how to talk about Jesus with people around you—even when it feels awkward, uncomfortable, or like you don't have the right words.You don't need all the answers. You don't need a perfect script.You just need to be willing to follow the Holy Spirit, trust God's direction, and meet people where they are.This message will encourage you to:→ follow the Holy Spirit boldly even when it feels uncomfortable→ trust God even when He gives direction instead of details→ listen deeply before trying to fix someone→ have real conversations about faith without making it all about you→ trust God to do what only He can doIf you've ever thought, “I want to talk about Jesus… I just don't know how,” this message is for you.At Fierce Church, we're Helping You Walk with Jesus Step-by-Stepbecause The Best U is in Community.Subscribe for weekly sermons and encouraging short videos! We want to help you take your next step with Jesus in person and online!#HowToTalkAboutJesus #ShareYourFaith #ChristianMotivation #Jesus #Evangelism #FaithConversations #FierceChurch

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explores how OCD and anxiety can create limiting beliefs that feel like facts—stories such as "I can't cope" or "I'll always be stuck." He explains why arguing with those thoughts often keeps you trapped and how writing them down can create distance. Instead of seeking certainty, the episode emphasizes taking small, meaningful actions and gentle exposure to disprove negative narratives and rebuild confidence. Practical steps and real-world behavior are presented as the way to loosen OCD's grip and become the author of your own story 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.        

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explains how fighting OCD—anger, resentment and self-judgment—often strengthens it, creating a second layer that keeps people stuck. He outlines why acceptance and self-compassion, rather than resistance, help calm the nervous system and create space to recover, with practical encouragement to loosen the struggle and move forward 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James steps back from technique-focused tips to explore recovery beyond symptom management, sharing his preparation for the La Bottega al-Bac trail race as a way to reconnect with values, challenge, nature and movement. He reflects on allowing anxiety to accompany you rather than center your story, and how choosing meaningful action—despite discomfort and doubt—can help rebuild a life bigger than 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explains hyper‑responsibility OCD — when caring, conscience and a desire to do the right thing become hijacked by fear, pressure and compulsions. He describes common signs (over‑checking, replaying conversations, apologizing and second‑guessing), why it feels justified, and how it drains your life. Robert offers practical steps to spot the difference between genuine care and fear‑driven responsibility, tolerate discomfort through exposure, practise self‑compassion, and rebuild a healthier, values‑led way of being 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode, Robert James discusses how AI tools like ChatGPT can unintentionally reinforce OCD by becoming an easy source of reassurance. He explains how seeking certainty from chatbots can strengthen compulsive patterns and offers practical strategies—such as pausing for 24 hours, reviewing chat history, and redirecting attention—to use AI responsibly and reduce compulsive checking. Robert also mentions his 12-week program and community support for those seeking extra help 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explores why OCD makes it hard to truly switch off even when nothing is wrong, explaining how anxiety, mental compulsions, and the need for certainty keep the nervous system activated. He offers practical guidance on stepping back from mental checking, allowing uncertainty, and refocusing attention to build confidence and reclaim control from 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.      

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James shares his personal struggle with Relationship OCD, explaining how persistent doubt and overthinking sabotaged his relationships and how he found a way out. He outlines practical tips—like suspending judgment, postponing relationship analysis, and practicing presence—and mentions free community resources and a 12-week program to help listeners reclaim their relationships 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explains harm OCD and why sudden, distressing thoughts about hurting people you love say nothing about your character. He explores how the urge to analyze or seek certainty fuels the problem and why the horror of the thought actually shows how much you care. Robert offers practical steps to stop the compulsive checking: notice the thought without engaging, return to your values, allow uncertainty, and slowly reclaim normal activities. He also mentions supportive community options and a 12‑week program for those who want guided help 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In episode 606 Robert James explains why repeatedly replaying past memories strengthens OCD's doubt instead of providing clarity, drawing on research and personal experience to show how reviewing makes memories fuzzier and anxiety worse. He outlines practical steps to break the cycle: notice the urge to review, allow some uncertainty without acting on it, return attention to the present, and gradually build tolerance to reduce OCD's hold on your life 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explains how obsessive thinking can itself become the compulsion in pure OCD, why rumination feels urgent, and how mental compulsions reinforce the cycle. He shares practical tools—grounding into the body, slowing down, using values for motivation, and postponing rumination—to help you spot, tolerate, and let go of unhelpful thinking patterns 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explains existential OCD: how normal philosophical questions can become overwhelming obsessions that drive rumination, anxiety, and avoidance. He shares personal experience and practical strategies—pausing instead of compulsively searching for certainty, allowing uncomfortable feelings, using real-life exposure, and refocusing on values—to reduce the power of these thoughts. If you want more support, Robert mentions a 12-week program to help break free and points listeners to his website for a free discovery call 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.

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 Hello and welcome to the OCD and Anxiety podcast with Robert James. In episode 600 he explains how certain types of therapy—like unfocused talk therapy, reassurance-based approaches, and some CBT techniques—can unintentionally strengthen OCD by reinforcing doubt and compulsions. He outlines evidence-based alternatives such as exposure and acceptance‑based approaches, offers tips for recognizing when therapy isn't helping, and points listeners to further resources including a 12‑week program and a free community 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explains "Pure O"—OCD where the compulsions are hidden as rumination and mental checking. He describes how internal compulsions trap you in cycles of doubt, urgency, and overthinking, why they feel so exhausting, and why they're still compulsions even when nothing is visible. Robert shares his own recovery experience and practical steps to start reclaiming control: learn to spot hidden compulsions, pause the urge to solve everything, practice tolerating uncertainty, and refocus on values and meaningful action. Resources and a free discovery call are mentioned for listeners seeking 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 Episode 597 with Robert James is aimed at partners of people with relationship OCD (ROCD). It explains how ROCD is driven by anxiety and the need for certainty rather than a clear reflection of the relationship, and offers practical guidance on what helps and what makes things worse. Learn why repeated reassurance can fuel OCD, how to gently ground your partner, set boundaries, stay patient yet honest, and keep communication open to protect both the relationship and your own wellbeing 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James speaks with Anna, a psychotherapist and associate coach who shares her lived experience of OCD from early childhood through recovery. She explains how OCD showed up in checking rituals, how training in therapy and approaches like acceptance, ACT and exposure helped, and how coaching and structured support can provide practical tools for lasting change. Anna offers simple, actionable advice: take one small step toward help, label intrusive thoughts as OCD, practice tolerating uncertainty, and use structured support to reclaim freedom and rebuild life around your values 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explains why OCD often feels worse when you start to recover, how resisting compulsions can make intrusive thoughts louder, and why that discomfort can actually signal progress. He offers simple strategies for tolerating uncertainty, breaking short-term avoidance habits, and building long-term change — and mentions a 12-week program with a free discovery call for people 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.  

Free Starter Course: Break Free Course (General OCD) https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=ba16b63d5ade372807e489000486b39c9b8de17b-478ebf87-dd32-47d9-bc5f-28da501c10d5 Free Starter Course: Sensorimotor OCD Course https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4104e42b7d731dd8aea26d77cdc58ed6d831b9f6-893a367f-b240-420e-b9e8-f5890ef1c3b8 Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains why OCD often latches onto the things you care about most — relationships, values, faith, and future — and how that makes the thoughts feel urgent and meaningful. He shares personal experience with relationship OCD and practical guidance on spotting triggers, resisting the solving cycle, and choosing responses that align with your values to reconnect with what truly matters 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.  

Free Starter Course: Break Free Course (General OCD) https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=ba16b63d5ade372807e489000486b39c9b8de17b-478ebf87-dd32-47d9-bc5f-28da501c10d5 Free Starter Course: Sensorimotor OCD Course https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4104e42b7d731dd8aea26d77cdc58ed6d831b9f6-893a367f-b240-420e-b9e8-f5890ef1c3b8   Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains how trying to control thoughts and feelings actually strengthens OCD, turning worry and checking into compulsions and rigid 'shoulds.' He contrasts content control (trying to change what arrives) with response control (choosing actions despite discomfort) and shows how allowing small amounts of uncertainty rebuilds confidence. Robert offers a simple practical drill—notice the urge to control, allow a bit more discomfort, then do the next valued action—to retrain the brain and reclaim energy for the life you want 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.  

Free Starter Course: Break Free Course (General OCD) https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=ba16b63d5ade372807e489000486b39c9b8de17b-478ebf87-dd32-47d9-bc5f-28da501c10d5 Free Starter Course: Sensorimotor OCD Course https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4104e42b7d731dd8aea26d77cdc58ed6d831b9f6-893a367f-b240-420e-b9e8-f5890ef1c3b8   Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com   Robert James explains how mockery and misunderstanding of OCD can fuel shame and compulsive rumination, and why trying to prove yourself often makes things worse. Learn practical steps to acknowledge the hurt, treat mocking as a trigger, protect your energy, refocus on your values, and build resilience so you can recover without needing others to fully understand 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In episode 586 Robert James outlines five common recovery mistakes that keep people stuck: treating anxiety as a problem to be solved, turning recovery into a certainty project, using safety behaviours during exposures, arguing with OCD, and avoiding life until you feel ready. He draws on his own experience and practical examples to show how these habits maintain the cycle. The episode offers simple, actionable shifts — drop compulsions, tolerate uncertainty, take values-led small steps, and focus on direction over destination — to rebuild confidence and move toward a life not driven by 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains how OCD narrows your world by pulling attention inward through compulsions, certainty-seeking and constant self-monitoring, and why that inward focus strengthens the problem. He offers a clear alternative — shifting attention outward into people, purpose, movement and flow — and outlines practical steps to expand your life, trust your body, tolerate uncertainty, and find structured support through his 12-week program 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains how OCD can take tiny, harmless thoughts and rapidly inflate them into urgent, consuming anxiety, and why OCD wins when we react by trying to fix or prove the thought. He shares a real-life beach example and practical steps to resist the urge to engage — giving thoughts space, refusing reassurance checks, and refocusing attention — so you can stop fueling the cycle and regain control. The episode also mentions a 12-week coaching program for those seeking structured 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains how OCD keeps you stuck by convincing you that you must solve your thoughts before living. He shows that recovery comes from changing your response: tolerating uncertainty, taking action aligned with your values, and building momentum through commitment rather than certainty. Robert also outlines his 12-week Break Free from OCD program—weekly coaching, worksheets, meditations and practical exercises—and invites listeners to book a free discovery call at robertjamescoaching.com 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.      

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In episode 578 Robert James explores a sneaky OCD compulsion: constantly checking your internal state—how anxious you feel, whether a thought is still there, or if you've handled it correctly. He explains how monitoring becomes a safety behavior that teaches the brain to treat uncertainty like a problem that must be solved. Instead of trying to get perfect internal readings, Robert guides listeners to acknowledge intrusive thoughts and discomfort, allow them to be present, and intentionally refocus on values and meaningful activities. He offers practical steps to stop investigating every feeling and to build a new, automatic response to uncertainty. Robert also shares information about his 12-week Break Free from OCD program and a free discovery call at robertjamescoaching.com for those who want structured support to reduce checking, drop safety behaviors, and rebuild their lives around what matters 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains how rumination fuels OCD and shares a simple three-step technique—acknowledge, tolerate, refocus—to break the cycle. He also teaches a postponement strategy to give your nervous system space and to build long-term resilience. Practical, compassionate, and actionable, this episode shows how choosing to tolerate discomfort and redirect attention can reduce anxiety and help you take back control from 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In episode 570, Robert James explains relationship OCD — how caring about your partner becomes fuel for doubt, rumination, and confusion, and why that confusion isn't proof the relationship is wrong. He shares personal experience and practical advice: stop trying to think your way to certainty, practice presence, suspend judgment for a set time, and focus on living the relationship rather than solving it 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains how OCD pushes us into black-and-white thinking, amplifying anxiety and driving compulsions by convincing us we must have 100% certainty before feeling okay. He offers practical guidance to notice and cultivate a sense of safety in the body, use grounding practices to tolerate uncertainty, and discusses a 12-week program to help break the OCD cycle 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explores how to regain control from OCD by reclaiming your agency, proving you have choice, and using small daily steps like postponing compulsions, exposure, and values-driven attention to build lasting change. He also briefly describes a 12-week coaching program for OCD and anxiety based on his own experience and practical tools to help you break free 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This episode is a guided meditation led by Robert James designed to help you let go of OCD intrusive thoughts using a sushi conveyor belt metaphor. It teaches you to observe thoughts without reacting, stay grounded in your body, and practice being the watcher rather than the participant. Robert also mentions a 12-week program and a free discovery call on his website for those seeking further 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.

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com This episode explains why setbacks in OCD are normal and not a return to square one — the progress you make is embedded in your nervous system. Robert James outlines how exposure, acceptance, and a growth mindset help you learn to lean into discomfort and build resilience. He offers practical steps: pause without panicking, reflect without ruminating, use compassion, take one small value-driven step, and follow a “comeback protocol” to regain momentum and keep moving forward 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains how recovery from OCD comes from learning to bring difficult emotions into the light, sit with discomfort, and build resilience. He shares practical approaches like exposure work, leaning into uncertainty, and small challenges — from difficult conversations to improv or cold exposure — that help you practice tolerance for uncomfortable feelings. Robert outlines how gradually facing fears with a step-by-step ladder and support can prove your inner strength and lead to a more meaningful, creative life. He also mentions a 12-week program based on his personal experience and clinical principles to help people break free from OCD. If you want to learn more or apply for the program you can book a free discovery call at robertjamescoaching.com. Please subscribe to the podcast for more episodes 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains how long-term recovery from OCD comes from learning to "hold the paradox" — accepting uncomfortable fears while consciously connecting with present-moment peace and your values. He describes practical shifts: tolerate uncertainty, lean into discomfort, focus on the present, and outlines a 12-week program with coaching, meditations and worksheets to support that process 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James, a coach who has lived with OCD and anxiety, explores the deeper work of recovery: learning to feel difficult emotions rather than resisting them. He explains how problem-solving and resistance fuel obsessive thoughts and compulsions, and shows how compassion, acceptance and gently leaning into discomfort can reduce rumination and build resilience over time. If you're struggling, Robert mentions a 12-week program to help break free and a free discovery call available at robertjamescoaching.com 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In episode 559 Robert James shares three practical tips to help you stop overthinking, quiet rumination, and refocus on the present. Learn how to redirect attention to what matters now, gently lean into uncomfortable emotions instead of numbing them, and build self-compassion to reduce the inner critic that fuels OCD thinking. The episode also outlines a 12-week program Robert offers to support lasting change, and invites listeners to apply via a free discovery call on his website 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains the key differences between sensoriotor OCD—where obsessions focus inward on bodily sensations and actions—and other, more external forms of OCD. He shares his own experience and why sensorimotor OCD can feel more stubborn, but ultimately stems from the same core issue: uncertainty and anxiety. Robert outlines practical approaches for managing sensory-motor OCD, emphasizing acceptance, compassion, valued action, and learning to tolerate uncertainty rather than seeking perfection. He also mentions a 12-week program and a free discovery call for listeners who want more 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.