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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.453: Diagnosis Doesn’t Equal Destiny | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressDiagnosis Doesn’t Equal Destiny | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressA mental health diagnosis like OCD or anxiety can feel permanent—but it doesn’t define your future. In this empowering post, Matt Codde of Restored Minds shares how to break limiting beliefs and reclaim your power to heal and transform beyond any label.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment...2025-07-2311 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.452: Escaping the Prison of Fear | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressEscaping the Prison of Fear | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressFeeling trapped by fear? Discover how to break free from the emotional prison created by OCD, anxiety, and chronic stress. Matt Codde of Restored Minds explains why true recovery means more than symptom relief—it’s about total freedom from fear’s grip.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment2025-07-2012 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.451: The Cost of Waiting | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressThe Cost of Waiting | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressDelaying your healing? Learn why waiting to address OCD, anxiety, or chronic stress may be the biggest decision holding you back. Discover what it’s really costing you—time, freedom, and opportunity—with insights from Matt Codde of Restored Minds.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to s...2025-07-1816 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.450: Healing from the Inside Out | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressHealing from the Inside Out | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressTired of managing symptoms without real change? Discover why true recovery from OCD and anxiety begins within. Learn how to heal from the inside out with insights from Matt Codde, LCSW of Restored Minds.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessment to find the best path forward. 👉 Get started: https://www.restoredminds.com/📖 Get 'From Stuck to Unstuck' on Ama...2025-07-1615 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.449: You're Not Meant to Do This Alone | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressYou're Not Meant to Do This Alone | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressTrying to recover from OCD, anxiety, or stress alone often leads to more struggle. In this post, Matt Codde, explains why true healing requires support and connection—and how letting others in can be the most powerful step toward freedom.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not s...2025-07-1315 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.448: What I Wish I Knew Earlier About Healing OCD & Anxiety | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressWhat I Wish I Knew Earlier About Healing OCD & Anxiety | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressMore effort doesn’t always mean more healing. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, shares what he wishes he knew at the start of his recovery journey—and why learning to work with your mind is the key to lasting freedom from OCD and anxiety.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start2025-07-1111 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 447: What Recovery Feels Like | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressWhat Recovery Feels Like | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressRecovery from OCD and anxiety isn’t just about reducing symptoms—it’s about shifting from fear to trust. Learn what true recovery really feels like, based on insights from Matt Codde, LCSW and founder of Restored Minds.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take...2025-07-0913 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.446: You Must Start From Self-Compassion: The Key to OCD & Anxiety RecoveryYou Must Start From Self-Compassion: The Key to OCD & Anxiety RecoveryRecovery from OCD and anxiety begins with how you treat yourself. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, explains why self-compassion isn’t something to earn—it’s the essential starting point for true healing, freedom, and growth.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take...2025-06-2911 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.445: What To Do When You Feel Like a Failure: Reframing Setbacks in RecoveryWhat To Do When You Feel Like a Failure: Reframing Setbacks in RecoveryFeeling like a failure during OCD and anxiety recovery is more common than you think. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, offers a mindset shift to help you see failure differently—and use it as fuel for growth, clarity, and healing.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment2025-06-2715 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.444: How to Hold Space for Setbacks in OCD & Anxiety RecoveryHow to Hold Space for Setbacks in OCD & Anxiety RecoverySetbacks in OCD and anxiety recovery don’t mean failure—they’re part of the healing process. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, shares how to reframe setbacks and use them to build resilience, deepen awareness, and break free from the fear loop.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure...2025-06-2511 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 443: You’re Allowed to Want More for Yourself: Moving Beyond Survival in OCD & Anxiety RecoveryYou’re Allowed to Want More for Yourself: Moving Beyond Survival in OCD & Anxiety RecoverySettling for “just not suffering” keeps you stuck in survival mode. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, explains why raising your standards is essential for true recovery from OCD and anxiety—and how to start living with purpose, peace, and joy.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment...2025-06-1711 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 442: Living with Anxiety, Not Against It: The Shift That Breaks the Anxiety CycleLiving with Anxiety, Not Against It: The Shift That Breaks the Anxiety CycleFighting anxiety only keeps you stuck. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, shares why learning to live with anxiety—rather than against it—is the key to lasting freedom, and how acceptance can break the cycle of fear, resistance, and rumination.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment2025-06-1708 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 441: The Paradox of Certainty: How the Need for Answers Keeps You AnxiousThe Paradox of Certainty: How the Need for Answers Keeps You AnxiousChasing certainty is one of the biggest traps in OCD and anxiety recovery. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, explains why the need to feel 100% sure only feeds the anxiety loop—and how learning to tolerate uncertainty is the real path to freedom.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assess...2025-06-1711 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.440: Control Comes From Fear: How to Shift from Fear-Based Living to TrustControl Comes From Fear: How to Shift from Fear-Based Living to TrustControl often feels protective, but it’s rooted in fear—not trust. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, unpacks the deeper reason we seek control and how choosing trust over fear leads to lasting peace, especially in OCD and anxiety recovery.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessment to find the best path forward. 👉 Get started: https://www.rest...2025-06-1512 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.439: OCD & Anxiety Travel Well: Why You Can’t Outrun What Lives InsideOCD & Anxiety Travel Well: Why You Can’t Outrun What Lives InsideNo matter where you go, OCD and anxiety go with you. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, explains why escapism doesn’t work—and how facing your fears internally is the true path to freedom, peace, and lasting recovery.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where...2025-06-1309 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.438: Why Obsessive Thinking Is a Symptom, Not the Real DisorderWhy Obsessive Thinking Is a Symptom, Not the Real DisorderObsessive thinking isn’t the disorder—it’s a coping response. Learn how to break the anxiety loop and heal at the root with insights from Matt Codde.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessment to find the best path forward.2025-06-1109 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.436: To Recover from OCD & Anxiety, You Must Become a New YouTo Recover from OCD & Anxiety, You Must Become a New YouRecovery from OCD and anxiety isn’t about fixing your old self—it’s about becoming someone new. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, explains why identity shift is the key to lasting change and how to start transforming your beliefs, habits, and emotional responses today.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Ass...2025-06-0813 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.436: Making the Decision to Recover from OCD & Anxiety: Why It Starts WithinMaking the Decision to Recover from OCD & Anxiety: Why It Starts WithinReal recovery from OCD and anxiety starts with an internal decision, not external circumstances. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, shares why your commitment to change is the most powerful step toward lasting recovery and how to start making that shift today.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessmen...2025-06-0613 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 435: The 4 Components of the OCD & Anxiety Loop ExplainedThe 4 Components of the OCD & Anxiety Loop ExplainedDiscover the four key parts of the OCD and Anxiety Loop—thoughts, feelings, resistance, and safety behaviors—and how understanding them can lead to real, lasting recovery. Matt Codde, LCSW, breaks down how this cycle works and how to dismantle it step by step.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure w...2025-06-0412 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 434: Obsessions vs. Obsessing: The Key Distinction for OCD RecoveryObsessions vs. Obsessing: The Key Distinction for OCD RecoveryLearn the vital difference between intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and mental rumination (obsessing). Matt Codde, LCSW, explains how this shift in language and mindset can unlock real progress in OCD recovery.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessment to find the best path...2025-05-3009 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 433: Healing from OCD and Anxiety: Why Allowing, Not Forcing, Leads to Real RecoveryHealing from OCD and Anxiety: Why Allowing, Not Forcing, Leads to Real RecoveryIn this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, explains why real healing from OCD and anxiety happens when we allow emotions—not when we try to force them away. Learn to shift from resistance to recovery.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take...2025-05-2810 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 432: How to Overcome Disappointment After an OCD or Anxiety Spiral at Important EventsHow to Overcome Disappointment After an OCD or Anxiety Spiral at Important EventsDid OCD or anxiety spiral during a big moment? In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, shares how to deal with disappointment, guilt, and shame—and why showing up matters more than feeling perfect.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free...2025-05-2512 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 431: You Don’t Have to Feel Ready: Why Willingness is the Key to OCD and Anxiety RecoveryYou Don’t Have to Feel Ready: Why Willingness is the Key to OCD and Anxiety RecoveryStruggling to take the first step in recovery? Matt Codde, LCSW, explains why you don’t need to feel ready—just willing. Discover how this simple mindset shift can unlock real progress in overcoming OCD and anxiety.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment2025-05-2210 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 430: Why the Healing Process is Messy: Embracing Nonlinear Recovery with Matt CoddeWhy the Healing Process is Messy: Embracing Nonlinear Recovery with Matt CoddeThink healing should be a straight line? Think again. Matt Codde, LCSW, breaks down why recovery from OCD and anxiety is messy, emotional, and uniquely personal—and why that’s totally okay.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessme...2025-05-2011 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.429: Are You Being Honest With Yourself? The First Step to Real OCD & Anxiety RecoveryAre You Being Honest With Yourself? The First Step to Real OCD & Anxiety RecoveryStruggling with OCD, anxiety, or stress? True transformation starts with self-honesty. Discover powerful questions to break old patterns and move from surviving to thriving with Matt Codde, LCSW.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessment to find t...2025-05-1514 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.428: I Used to Think I Was Just Broken…Until I Broke the Fear Loop | Matt Codde on Real HealingI Used to Think I Was Just Broken…Until I Broke the Fear Loop | Matt Codde on Real HealingStruggling with anxiety or OCD and feeling like something’s wrong with you? You’re not broken—you’re stuck in a fear loop. Learn how Matt Codde, LCSW, overcame this belief and how you can too.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment2025-05-1414 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 427: Why Managing OCD & Anxiety Keeps You Stuck — And What to Do InsteadWhy Managing OCD & Anxiety Keeps You Stuck — And What to Do InsteadStill trying to manage OCD and anxiety symptoms? Discover why symptom management keeps you trapped in the cycle—and learn what actually works to find true, lasting freedom with Matt Codde, LCSW.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessme...2025-05-1310 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.426: 3 Practical Steps to Stop OCD and Anxiety Spirals3 Practical Steps to Stop OCD and Anxiety SpiralsFeeling overwhelmed by OCD or anxiety spirals? Learn three practical steps from Matt Codde, LCSW, to recognize the spiral, slow it down, and refocus on what truly matters for long-term recovery.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessment to find the best path...2025-05-0809 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.425: Breaking the Guilt & Shame Cycle in OCD and Anxiety RecoveryBreaking the Guilt & Shame Cycle in OCD and Anxiety RecoveryStruggling with OCD or anxiety often comes with guilt and shame—but it doesn’t have to. Learn how to unlearn the guilt and shame cycle and take real steps toward healing with insights from Matt Codde, LCSW.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Tak...2025-05-0709 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 413: How to use ACT for Intrusive ThoughtsHow to use ACT for Intrusive ThoughtsLearn how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help you manage intrusive thoughts and OCD. Discover ACT’s six pillars, the paradox of resistance, and how to build psychological flexibility. Insights from Matt Codde of Restored Minds.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assess...2025-04-1110 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.412: How Much Time Are You Giving to Fear? A Personal MessageHow Much Time Are You Giving to Fear? Reclaim Your Life TodayFear consumes more time than we realize. Learn how to break free from its grip and reclaim your life with insights from Matt Codde in this powerful exploration.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessment to find the best...2025-04-0409 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 411: Shifting Identity & Beliefs: A Key to Overcoming Anxiety & OCDShifting Identity & Beliefs: A Key to Overcoming Anxiety & OCDDiscover how shifting identity and beliefs can transform anxiety and OCD recovery. Learn actionable steps to break free from compulsive behaviors with insights from Matt Codde.📥 Get Your FREE Starter Pack Today! Start your journey with expert guidance and tools to overcome fear and thrive. 👉 Download now: https://www.restoredminds.com/start📊 Take a Free Assessment Not sure where to start? Take a free assessment to find the best path forward. 👉 Get...2025-04-0209 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 404: The Hidden Link Between Chronic Pain and Suppressed EmotionsThe Hidden Link Between Chronic Pain and Suppressed EmotionsWhat if chronic pain isn’t just physical but deeply tied to suppressed emotions? In this episode of Restored Minds, Matt Codde, LCSW, explores the mind-body connection and how unprocessed emotions like fear, anger, and stress can manifest as physical pain.🔎 In this episode, you’ll learn:✔️ Why traditional pain treatments often fail✔️ The role of emotional suppression in chronic pain✔️ Dr. Sarno’s groundbreaking TMS (Tension Myoneural Syndrome) theory✔️ How emotional release can lead to lasting pain relief✔️ A new approach to healing beyond just physical treatmentsIf you're struggling with migraines, back pain, or othe...2025-03-1408 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 403: Why Figuring Out Anxiety Doesn’t Work & What to Do InsteadWhy Figuring Out Anxiety Doesn’t Work & What to Do InsteadStruggling with anxiety and trying to figure it out? Overthinking anxiety only fuels the cycle. In this episode of Restored Minds, Matt Codde, LCSW, explains why attempting to rationalize anxiety keeps you stuck—and what actually helps break free.🔎 In this episode, you’ll learn:✔️ What the anxiety loop is and how it traps you✔️ Why trying to “figure it out” only makes anxiety worse✔️ How avoiding feelings leads to more stress and fear✔️ The key to breaking free from anxiety’s grip✔️ Tools and techniques to stop overthinking and start healingIf you’re ready to...2025-03-1209 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 405: What I Wish I Knew About OCD & Anxiety Before My Recovery JourneyWhat I Wish I Knew About OCD & Anxiety Before My Recovery JourneyIf you’re struggling with OCD & anxiety, you’re not alone. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, shares the key insights he wishes he had known when starting his recovery journey—insights that could have saved years of struggle.🔎 In this episode, you’ll learn:✔️ Why OCD & anxiety aren’t just about intrusive thoughts✔️ The loop that keeps you stuck—and how to break it✔️ Why trying to eliminate thoughts and feelings doesn’t work✔️ The power of responsibility and ownership in recovery✔️ How to shift your mindset for real, lasting progressIf you're r...2025-03-1108 minBreaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 392: Understanding the Larger ContextJoin Matt as a guide at the Soul Driven Scale Live Event on Feb. 15. Register for the event via this link: https://www.wealthembodiedsummit.com/?affiliate=1223456
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In this episode of Restored Minds, Matt Codde discusses how changing your perspective on problems can lead to personal growth and healing. By widening the context of how you view life events, you can move through challenges with greater ease. Matt explores the effect of focusing too much on perceived problems, the limitations of individual context, and how broadening your perspective can help dissolve issues.
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Discover how to stop overthinking and understand its connection to OCD and anxiety in this episode with Matt Codde. Learn why we overthink, how it acts as a compulsion, and practical steps to address the root cause.
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In this episode of Restored Minds, Matt Codde explains how to calm an overactive nervous system and bring your body back to a parasympathetic state. Learn essential techniques for understanding, addressing, and managing your nervous system's response to stress and anxiety.
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Discover the power of belief in recovery with Matt Codde. Learn how changing your narrative can transform your journey. Visit www.restoredminds.com for support
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 66: Fear of Harming Self and OthersIn this episode, I am going to discuss the fear of harming oneself and the fear of harming others as they are very closely linked. These fears fall under the subcategory of OCD commonly known as “Harm OCD”. These fears are kept in the dark by the sufferer for fear of judgment or repercussion, but it is important that we begin to understand them objectively so we can avoid misdiagnosis and move towards recovery.
So in this episode, I’ll cover the fear of harming yourself or harming someone else, some common behaviours that reinforce this fear, and ho...2021-02-0209 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 65: Fear of Making A MistakeIn this episode, I am going to discuss the fear of making a mistake - also called ‘atelophobia’. I will discuss how this fear develops, common symptoms and experiences, and what to expect in the healing process.
As with most fears and phobias, people with atelophobia dedicate a large portion of their time and energy to neutralize their fear. People that fear making a mistake also often become so concerned about making mistakes that they wind up falling behind at work or other areas of their life paradoxically.
So in this episode, I’ll cover the fea...2021-01-2908 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 64: Fear of Losing ControlIn this episode, I am going to discuss the fear of losing control. I will discuss how this fear develops, common symptoms and experiences, and what to expect in the healing process. Fear of losing control is very common and can become very overwhelming if left unaddressed. I am also going to discuss different ways where fear can manifest and common behaviors that reinforce it.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 63: Fear of GermsHello, welcome to a new series where I will discuss the different types of fears that people wrestle with.
In this first episode, I am going to discuss the fear of contamination, also known as the fear of germs. I will discuss how this fear develops, common symptoms and experiences, and what to expect in the healing process. Fear of germs is one of the most common types of OCD, and if left untreated, can become very overwhelming and time consuming for the individual who struggles with it.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 62: Finding Hope in Chaos“Once you choose hope, anything’s possible” - Christopher Reeve
In today’s episode, I just want to offer a message of hope for the future, especially to my fellow Americans, as we all navigate the chaos in our country. As if the pandemic and quarantine weren’t hard enough, there seems to be an increasing amount of division, anger, and hostility that continues to spread.
During these difficult times, hope can act as a north star and ultimately guide us to a better future. The only way that we can heal as a nation is if we a...2021-01-2011 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 61: The Idea of BeliefHave you ever heard the phrase “seeing isn’t believing, believing is seeing?
And have you ever stopped to consider what that means for your own life?
In this episode, we are going to discuss belief. Belief is one of the most fundamental components of change in our lives. Shifting our belief allows our behaviour and attitude towards something to change.
Your beliefs play a huge factor when it comes to making change happen in your life. Remember that on your journey to recovery, change starts from within by shifting beliefs. And when you...2021-01-1313 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 59: Different Types of OCDWhat are the different subtypes of OCD?
OCD is composed of two primary components, obsessions and compulsions. And while the treatment process is virtually the same, regardless of the subtype, the experience of living with OCD is very different for every individual.
So in this episode, I will be discussing the most common subtypes of OCD, which will help you be more aware of some of the different ways OCD can manifest in a person's life.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 58: When A Loved One Refuses Help & TreatmentOne of the most difficult situations I encounter is when a family member is trying to help someone who doesn’t want help (or doesn’t think they need help). And while there might be great intentions behind trying to force a loved one to get help, it generally drives both parties nuts.
And the longer this conflict goes on, a larger and larger strain grows on the relationship and in the homelife. Which is why in this final part of our series I wanted to discuss some things you can do (and should consider) when someone you...2020-12-0914 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 57: How to help a Family Member with OCD & AnxietyWhat can I do to help a family member who is struggling with OCD & Anxiety?
This is a question I am faced with at least a dozen times per week. Often from a person who is in a great deal of pain because someone they care about deeply is struggling with their mental health.
Friends, it is so important to remember that your family and loved ones are often your greater resource on your journey to recovery. And in so many cases these resources are overlooked and often underutilized simply because they don’t know ho...2020-12-0311 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 55: 8 Warning Signs That Someone May Have OCD & AnxietyThis week I am starting a new series specifically for the family and loved ones of people who struggle with OCD & Anxiety. When I look back on my own journey to recovery, I think one of the most frustrating parts is feeling isolated and distant from those closest to me because none of us knew what was going on, let alone how to solve it.
So my goal in this series is to help the family members and loved ones of people who are struggling better understand OCD & Anxiety so they can offer the proper support and...2020-11-1814 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 54: How to Maintain Internal PeaceIn today’s episode, I discuss the importance of maintaining internal peace, specifically regarding the recent presidential election in the United States. No matter what political views you have, whether your candidate won or lost, you have the CHOICE to be at peace internally, or NOT.
The deeper I go on this journey of self-healing, the more I truly believe that internal peace has very little to do with external circumstances. And if you don’t invest in learning how to manage yourself emotionally and prioritize your internal peace - you will continue to find yourself lost in c...2020-11-0416 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 53: Dating Someone with Relationship OCDIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about being in a romantic relationship with someone who has Relationship OCD. This episode is specifically for significant others/ partners of people who struggle with relationship OCD.
As a quick recap, Relationship OCD, also known as ROCD, is a subset of OCD in which sufferers are consumed with doubts about their relationship or their partner. Their mind continuously questions things like their love for their partner, their attraction to their partner, their compatibility with their partner, or their partner’s love for them.
So in this episod...2020-10-2814 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 52: Relationship OCD and DatingIn today’s episode, we're going to begin a new series on OCD & Relationships.
Relationship OCD, also known as Relationship Substantiation or ROCD, is a subset of OCD in which sufferers are consumed with doubts about their relationship or their partner. Their mind continuously questions things like their love for their partner, their attraction to their partner, their compatibility with their partner, or their partner’s love for them.
And while having doubts or concerns about your relationship and partner is totally normal.. For people with R-OCD, these thoughts can completely take over their lives and...2020-10-2115 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 51: Tips for Dating With OCDHello,
Today we are starting a new series on Dating & OCD.
In this episode, I discuss some high-level tips for dating and having a successful romantic relationship while living with OCD & Anxiety.
It’s important to remember that if you struggle with OCD & Anxiety you don’t have to let it limit your life. Especially, when it comes to experiencing many of life’s amazing gifts like love and family.
Sure, it might take a little more work in certain areas from both partners, but people with OCD & Anxiety can absolutely enjoy...2020-10-0713 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 50: How does “Pure O” develop?Purely obsessional OCD, often called ‘Pure O,’ is a form of OCD in which a person experiences primarily intrusive or unwanted thoughts without performing outward compulsions or rituals.
For a long time, Pure O has been seen as a type of OCD that has been more difficult to treat than others. However, in my experience, people with Pure O almost always engage in compulsions, they are usually just less noticeable to others, especially if you don’t know what to look for. Most compulsions are unseen compulsions, such as mental rituals like mental checking, rumination, or other mental...2020-09-3009 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 48: How Does OCD Develop?Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) features a pattern of unwanted thoughts called obsessions, that produce anxiety, which lead you to perform repetitive behaviors called compulsions. These obsessions and compulsions tend to get worse over time and can interfere with daily activities and cause significant distress.
In this video, I discussed how OCD develops specifically the four components that causes OCD to form. If you have friends and family members who are suffering from OCD, feel free to share this information with them to help spread awareness and education.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeWhat Causes OCD?Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) features a pattern of unwanted thoughts called obsessions, that produce anxiety, which lead you to perform repetitive behaviors called compulsions. These obsessions and compulsions tend to get worse over time and can interfere with daily activities and cause significant distress.
In this episode, I discussed how OCD develops specifically the four components that cause OCD. If you have friends and family members who are suffering from OCD, feel free to share this information with them to help spread awareness and education.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 47: Understanding Mass Movements - A Cause & New OpportunityThis week we are going to tie up our series on mass movements.
In this third and final episode, I discuss the idea of how leaders of effective movements unite people under a new cause and new opportunity towards the future.
This is extremely important for a movement to gain momentum and cultivate a mass following.
Additionally, I discuss how the most effective mass movements will also set up the opportunity for people to self-identify with a movement, which enables them to fully embody a new ideology.
Hope you enjoy the...2020-09-0915 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 46: Understanding Mass PersuasionHave you ever wondered how the art of persuasion works?
In this week’s episode, as we continue our series on mass movements, I am going to discuss a few techniques and tactics people use to persuade other people into taking action.
To be clear, persuasion is neither good or bad, it is simply the process of convincing someone to do or believe something. However, people (both good and bad) will use the same persuasive techniques to convince others to head down a certain path (both good and bad).
So in this episode, I...2020-09-0216 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 45: Understanding Mass Movements & Mass ManipulationHave you ever wondered how a mass movement begins?
When you understand how mass psychology works you can begin to understand the fundamentals of any mass movement. A mass movement is neither good nor bad, it is simply a change or development on a large scale. However, the leaders of mass movements can dramatically determine the kind of impact and results (positive or negative) the movement creates.
It is important to understand those mass movements are not random, there is actually a specific pattern any movement worth noting follows, and today we are beginning a...2020-08-2613 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 44: How to Make Real Lasting Change - Pt.5: IdentityMahatma Gandhi famously said, “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” I’m sure you’ve heard this before, or at the very least seen it on a bumper sticker. But have you ever asked yourself what it really means?
In this week’s episode, we are going to talk about the concept of identity, which is ultimately a way of being. Identity is one of the most powerful levels to create change in your life. And as we conclude this series on change felt it only right to end with the most powerful lev...2020-08-1917 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 43: How to Make Real Lasting Change - Pt.4: BeliefsHello,
In this week’s episode, I will be discussing one of my favorite topics in the world. When it comes to making the change in your life there are few things more powerful than underlying beliefs.
Your beliefs drive EVERYTHING. Especially your behavior.
And once you really understand this, if you want to make a behavioral change, it only makes sense to start at the belief.
Now to put simply, a belief is a story you tell yourself - often unconsciously. You can even think of beliefs as the assumptions we...2020-08-1216 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 42: How to Make Real Lasting Change - Pt. 3: Learning New SkillsGood Morning,
I’ll keep it short today.
For the last two weeks, we’ve been on a new series talking about how to create real, lasting change in your life. So far we’ve discussed environmental changes and behavior changes and I explained that while these might be well-intended, they are often ineffective ways to make long-term change in our lives.
So in this episode, I will be discussing the idea of learning new skills to support behavior change. If you are trying to facilitate any type of change in your life, it is...2020-08-0513 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.40: How to Create REAL Change In Your LifeHave you ever tried to make a big change in your life only to wind up right back in your old patterns a few weeks later?
Maybe it was a diet change, or trying to remove a toxic person, or cutting out certain unhealthy behaviors (like compulsions).
And have you ever wondered why making REAL lasting change is so tough?
Well this week, I am excited to announce that we are creating a new series on how to create real lasting change in your life. In this first episode, I will be discussing...2020-07-2217 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.39: Overcoming Panic Attacks in the WorkplaceHello
This week we are wrapping up our series on anxiety and the workplace. And for the final episode I wanted to discuss the topic panic attacks because it is a question I get frequently. Panic attacks are the highest level of anxiety a person can experience. On a scale of discomfort ranging from 1-10, panic attacks are a very clear 10! And for people who struggle with panic attacks one of the scariest things about them is they can happen at any time, often for no apparent reason. You could be watching a movie, out grabbing a b...2020-07-1512 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.37: Overcoming Anxiety and Stress in your WorkplaceIn this episode, I am going to talk about stress and anxiety in the workplace. In order to overcome stress and anxiety in the workplace, it is SO important to accurately identify the specific stressor within work, as opposed to assuming that work itself is the problem. Sometimes simple shifts make huge differences in a person’s psychological and emotional well being. So in this episode, I will be discussing THREE areas to consider if you are feeling a lot of stress and anxiety related to your work.
Number 1 - Your Work Environment or Team
Num...2020-07-0111 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.36: How to Handle Unemployment AnxietyIn this episode, I discuss Anxiety and Unemployment. The economic impact of COVID-19 has resulted in a large number of people losing their jobs. Now life during a global pandemic is stressful enough, but when you add more layers of problems (like financial uncertainty) into the mix, it’s no wonder we are seeing a dramatic spike in mental health issues across the board. Now I speak from experience when I say that losing a job can seem like the end of the world, especially when it happens unexpectedly.
But it is critical to maintain perspective and re...2020-06-2415 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.35: Managing Chaotic Time & Healing From WithinI have always believed that true healing and restoration comes from within. And I also believe that if we want change in the world, it starts within each one of us. When you focus on healing yourself you are focusing on something in your control. And this enables you to take action on improving yourself, which will ultimately have a ripple effect of healing in others. I truly believe that’s why Mahatma Gandhi said, “be the change you wish to see in the world.” I think he knew that chance begins with the individual. Because when you are a pill...2020-06-1710 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.34: Mental Health & AuthenticityIn this episode, I discuss the importance of authenticity and how it plays a large role in our recovery. From a very early age our emotional needs revolve around two things - the ability to attach to our caregivers and the ability to be authentic. However, if we learn that being authentic threatens our attachment we will almost always choose attachment over authenticity. This can lead to us suppressing different aspects of ourselves, which in turn can manifest into a variety of physical, mental, and emotional problems. In this episode, I discuss how being authentic can help set us...2020-05-2710 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.33: Mental Health & Telling The TruthIn this episode, I discuss the importance of honesty and why it is crucial for true recovery. Right now, we are living in a very clear imbalance of integrity on many different levels. On a societal level, we are presented with misinformation and even disinformation from news outlets and politicians on both sides of the spectrum. And on an individual level, many of us struggle with keeping simple promises to ourselves, not to mention our friends and family. It’s no wonder many of us are experiencing such an extreme level of internal discord during this pandemic. Which is ex...2020-05-2015 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.32: Distractions & Increased Mental IllnessIn this episode, I discuss several major mental health issues that are growing during this global pandemic. According to initial research, there is an alarming increase in the number of domestic violence, suicide, drug overdose, and child abuse cases during this pandemic. Now, I know it’s easy to quickly put the blame on macro forces beyond our control such as COVID-19 and the mandatory quarantine. And I agree that there is no doubt these forces play a large role in this increase, but I also want us to explore these issues from a micro perspective as well.
...2020-05-1315 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.31: Anxiety & Leaps of FaithIn this episode, I talk about taking leaps of faith. Taking a leap of faith essentially means to act on something without being certain of the outcome. For example, when you ask someone on a date, you can’t be certain if they are going to say “Yes” until after you ask. Taking action is actually what produces a certain outcome. When it comes to anxiety recovery most of us strive to be certain before we take action. The problem is there is no way to be certain without taking action so we remain stuck. It’s a complete paradox...2020-05-0614 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.30: Letting Go of Control During CrisisIn this episode, I discuss the idea of control specifically controlling our future. Fear, uncertainty, and the way we visualize our future are normally the source of our anxiety in general. This is a timely episode as we are still facing the fear and panic of Coronavirus that has brought into our lives. If you're going to live life trying to control it because you're afraid you can't handle it, the reality is you're not going to grow. In this episode, I discuss how letting go of control can help us in managing ourselves and making better choices in...2020-04-2913 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.29: Growing Through CrisisIn this episode, I am joined by my good friend Jason Schnitzer, to discuss the idea of growing through a crisis. Now this pandemic has forced us to encounter challenges like we have never seen before, but instead of viewing these challenges as something to endure we can view them as opportunities for growth. Check out our discussion as we dive into our personal realizations through this pandemic, and how we can all use this time to cultivate strength, hope, and love. Enjoy!
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.28: Anxiety & ResistanceVisit our website and Get The Free Guide 5 Must-Have Rules For OCD Recovery: 👇🏻
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In this episode, I discuss the idea of resistance, which is simply the unwillingness to accept or comply with what is currently happening. During this series, we've been talking about how we can best manage ourselves during this time of crisis. And the reality is that much of the pain and turmoil we experience comes from our resistance to the present moment. Resistance can...2020-04-1514 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.27: Managing Myself During CrisisIn this episode, I discuss how we can best manage ourselves as individuals during this global crisis with the coronavirus. It is easy to view oneself as insignificant during this crisis, but the reality is that our countries, our states, our cities, our organizations and our families are made up of individuals. And as individuals, If we can all manage ourselves well through this time, then we will be able to get through this as families, as states and countries, and ultimately on a global level. In this episode, I will share some practical ideas for managing yourself well...2020-04-0812 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.26: Weathering the Storm of UncertaintyIn this episode, I discuss anxiety, uncertainty and weathering the storm of the CoronaVirus. As we face this unfolding global pandemic day by day, we must do our best to navigate the storm both as a society and as individuals. From an individual level we all have a very important role to play, and if we all do our part as individuals we will prevail as a society. In this episode, I want to share some key ideas to help you personally weather this storm. We, as individuals, can use this crisis as an opportunity to strengthen ourselves and a...2020-04-0112 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.25: Anxiety & QuarantineIn this episode, I discuss CoronaVirus, anxiety and being quarantined. Right now our world is facing a pandemic and as individuals, it is important that we are not consumed by panic. We must do our best to maintain our personal health (mental and physical) during this time of crisis, especially if you are quarantined or spending a lot of time in isolation. In this episode, I offer some practical things to consider to help maintain a healthy state of mind during this chaotic time. Enjoy!
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.24: Corona Virus & AnxietyIn this episode, I discuss the CoronaVirus Anxiety. COVID-19 is a new strain that was discovered in 2019, it is a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases. In the height of this coronavirus epidemic, we are also in a panic epidemic. Most of us (if not all) are currently experiencing some level of anxiety regarding this CoronaVirus or at least the secondary impact of the virus. Yet, one of the biggest threats that most of us are oblivious to is the increasing level of panic. To counteract this panic situation...2020-03-1713 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.23: OCD & Anxiety Treatment: Recovery is PossibleIn this episode, I discuss the idea of recovery and why believing in recovery is so important. Your beliefs can help or hinder your recovery process. When a person is struggling with anxiety operates from the idea that recovery is possible, it can change her/his whole perspective and the path in his/her recovery process. In this episode, I discuss the idea of recovery and the beliefs that a person struggling with anxiety should adapt to achieve success.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.22: OCD & Anxiety Treatment: The Lens of AnxietyIn this episode, I discuss the idea of the “lens of anxiety”. When someone is struggling with anxiety, there is a thin line between the real world and the world they are seeing skewed by anxiety. It’s like you see the world through a set of anxiety goggles or sunglasses. In this episode, I discuss the lens of anxiety and how important it is to develop awareness when you’re in the lens and to understand that you’re not seeing things how they really are.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.21: OCD & Anxiety Treatment: How We Justify Living With AnxietyIn this episode, I discuss how we justify living with anxiety. A person who is struggling and dealing with anxiety may justify their behaviors that reinforces anxiety. It comes up with this potential threat and then we try to control it. And then if the threat doesn't happen, we think that what we did control it and that is how we make the justification for living with anxiety. In this episode, I discuss the idea of how we justify living with anxiety because we use a feeling of judgment and then we justify because the behaviors we’re doing ma...2020-02-2611 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.20: OCD & Anxiety Treatment: The Real Problem with AnxietyIn this episode, I discuss the real problem of living with anxiety and how anxiety is different from fear. A person who is struggling with anxiety will never see anxiety as the real problem because their focus is always drawn to the potential threat their mind has generated. As the anxiety grows, which inevitably happens, her/his life will tend to become smaller and smaller. In this episode, I discuss how important it is to first see the real problem with anxiety before getting help with it.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.19: Treating Contamination OCD | How to Speed Up Your Recovery ProcessIn this episode, I discuss how to speed up the recovery process of someone suffering from Contamination OCD. Contamination OCD is a common form of OCD and is recognized when a person develops a specific fear around germs or contamination. This will lead the person to perform various compulsions that primarily include washing and cleaning routines. In this episode, I discuss thoroughly the ‘attack framework’ of treating contamination OCD to speed up the recovery process.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.18: Treating Contamination OCD | Common Contamination OCD CompulsionsIn this episode, I discuss Common Contamination OCD Compulsions. Contamination OCD is a common form of OCD and is recognized when a person develops a specific fear around germs or contamination. This will lead the person to perform various compulsions that primarily include washing and cleaning routines. In this episode, I discuss in detail common compulsions that people engage in to find relief.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.17: Treating Contamination OCD | What is Contamination OCDIn this episode, I discuss Contamination OCD. Contamination OCD is a common form of OCD and is recognized when a person develops a specific fear around germs or contamination. This will lead the person to perform various compulsions that primarily include washing and cleaning routines. I also discuss different forms of contamination OCD and how to properly identify it.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.16: Pedophilia OCD | Overcoming POCD | Intrusive thoughtsIn this episode, I discuss Pedophilia OCD or P OCD. Pedophilia OCD is when a person experiences intrusive thoughts and uncertainty regarding the idea of being a pedophile. This will lead to various compulsions that include analyzing levels of arousal around children and avoiding situations where children may be present, in an attempt to keep them safe. In this episode, I talk about examples of POCD, some practical things to consider with the treatment process.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.15: Happy New Year - Anxiety Recovery 2020Happy New Year and Welcome to 2020. In this episode I offer three practical thoughts on how to make this year your breakthrough year. Enjoy the show!
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.14: How to Overcome Homosexual OCD | Intrusive ThoughtsIn this episode, I discuss Homosexual OCD or Sexual Orientation OCD. HOCD is when a person experiences intrusive thoughts and doubt or uncertainty regarding their sexual orientation. This will lead to various compulsions that include analyzing levels of arousal in various situations and avoid situations that may cause the person to feel nervous or uncertain.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.13: How to Overcome Relationship OCD | Intrusive ThoughtsIn this episode, I discuss Relationship OCD. When a person has Relationship OCD he or she experiences intrusive thoughts and doubt or uncertainty regarding their romantic partner or their relationship as a whole. In this episode, I talk about examples of relationship OCD, some practical things to consider with relationships, and the treatment process.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.12: How To Overcome Responsibility OCD | Intrusive ThoughtsIn this episode, I discuss Responsibility OCD. When a person has Responsibility OCD he or she experiences unwanted thoughts related to being a potential danger to others or responsible for causing harm to others. In this episode, I talk about different forms of responsibility OCD, case studies and examples, and the treatment process. I also discuss common compulsions people engage in and how to apply exposure and response prevention.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.11: How To Overcome Hit And Run OCD | Intrusive ThoughtsIn this episode, I discuss Hit & Run OCD. With Hit And Run OCD a person experiences unwanted thoughts related to hurting others or themselves generally while they are operating a vehicle. I talk about some case studies of people who have gone through the treatment for Hit and Run OCD. I also discuss different compulsions people engage in and the overall treatment process.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp.10: How To Overcome Self-Harm OCD | Suicidal ObsessionsIn this episode, I discuss a type of Harm OCD known as Self-Harm or Suicidal OCD. This is when a person experiences unwanted thoughts related to causing them self harm or the possibility of one day hurting themself. I also discuss different compulsions people engage in and a few very important steps in the treatment process.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 9: Harm OCD - How To Overcome Harmful or Violent ObsessionsIn this episode, I discuss a subtype of OCD known as Harm OCD. If a person suffers from Harm OCD they will generally experience unwanted and intrusive harmful or violent thoughts. In this first part of this series, I discuss specific thoughts people with Harm OCD experience. I also discuss different compulsions people engage in and a few very important steps in the treatment process.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 8: Should I have kids if I have OCD & AnxietyIn this episode, I discuss the idea of having children if you struggle with OCD & Anxiety. This topic is particularly relevant for me as my wife recently gave birth to our first daughter. It is common for people with OCD & Anxiety to wrestle with the idea of having children. They will often doubt their capabilities or even go as far as to question the morality of having children because they struggle with mental illness. So in this episode, I share my personal thoughts on the issue and offer some practical considerations for people who are struggling with this question...2019-11-1910 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 7: Overcoming Scrupulosity OCD & Religious Intrusive ThoughtsIn this episode, I discuss how to overcome Scrupulosity OCD & religious intrusive thoughts. This is the fourth episode in this series on Scrupulosity OCD. I also discuss how important it is, when treating Scrupulosity OCD, to accurately identifying all the different compulsions that you engage and systematically remove them from your routine. Enjoy!
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 6: Scrupulosity OCD - Religious Intrusive ThoughtsIn this episode, I discuss religious intrusive thoughts and some key things you can do to overcome them. This is the third episode in this series on Scrupulosity OCD. I also discuss different intrusive thoughts people experience such as blasphemous thoughts directed towards God, the church, or religious leaders. I also discuss different compulsions people engage in and how you can tell the difference between religious obsessions and faith-based questions.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 5: Religious OCD - Scrupulosity - What if I offend GodIn this episode, I continue discussing intrusive thoughts under the umbrella category of scrupulosity or religious OCD. In this second part of this series, I discuss specific intrusive thoughts related to fears about offending God, worrying about whether or not you committed a sin, and worrying if something was immoral. I also discuss different compulsions people engage in and important steps in the treatment process.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 3: The Two Types of WorryIn this episode, I discuss the two different types of worry with intrusive thoughts. The first type of worry is worrying about events or situations that could happen. A few examples of this could be worrying about getting sick, losing a job, or some other negative event taking place. The second type of worry is worrying about the presence of thoughts in your conscious awareness. An example of this is when a person worries that they may experience a specific intrusive thought so they spend a great deal of time trying to make sure they don't experience certain intrusive...2019-10-1109 min
Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 2: How To Overcome Intrusive OCD ThoughtsIn this episode, I discuss a high-level overview of how to overcome intrusive thoughts. Generally speaking, intrusive thoughts fall into the following three umbrella categories: violent, sexual, and religious. I also discuss a good analogy to help you defuse from intrusive thoughts and become a more mindful observer.
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Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress with Matt CoddeEp. 1: My Journey To Recovery From OCD & AnxietyIn this episode, I talk about my journey to recovery from OCD & Anxiety. One of the main problems with OCD is people get stuck in an endless loop of obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. But the bigger problem is that when you are in this loop it can dramatically impact all aspects of your life. The good news is that there are tools and strategies that will allow you to successfully overcome OCD & Anxiety and ultimately take your life back. In this episode, I describe my own personal struggle with OCD & Anxiety and my journey to recovery.
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