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The Thriving Doctors PodcastWhy Weight Loss Stops Working at Midlife — A Doctor Explains What ChangesDoctors know nutrition. So why do women gain weight at midlife, and what is it so hard — or seemingly impossible — to lose?In this episode of the Thriving Doctors Podcast, Dr. Vicki Rackner sits down with Heather Awad, MD, a family physician and certified coach who helps professional women navigate perimenopause, menopause, and midlife weight gain.Together, they explore:Why eat less, move more often fails after midlifeThe role of insulin resistance in sudden weight gainEmotional eating doctors don’t recognize as emotional eatingWhy restriction backfires — even for...
2026-03-0233 min
Engaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsDr. Google and AI: A Brief History Lesson to Help Financial Advisors Navigate the AI EraDr. Google changed medicine forever.AI is about to do the same to financial advice.In this episode of the Engaging Doctors Podcast, Dr. Vicki Rackner—former surgeon and physician-insider—explores what happened when patients suddenly gained access to medical information…and what financial advisors can learn from that moment as AI reshapes their profession.This is not a conversation about tools, prompts, or efficiency.It’s about identity.When Dr. Google entered the exam room:Some doctors felt threatenedSome feared being replacedAnd the doctor–patient re...
2026-02-2414 minEngaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsLooking Rich vs Being Rich: Why High Earners Still Feel Financial PressureYou can earn a high income, look successful, and still feel anxious about money.In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner explores the difference between acting rich and being rich—and why so many high-earning professionals, especially physicians, fall into what she calls the Looking Rich Vortex.This isn’t about deprivation or budgeting.It’s about alignment, satisfaction, and building a life that actually works.You’ll learn:– Why looking rich is often driven by pressure and comparison– What it really means to feel rich– How to make conscious spen...
2026-02-1219 minEngaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsDebt Anxiety Can Cost Doctors Millions ( And Here's Why)Debt doesn’t cause anxiety. Fear does.And unmanaged fear causes physicians to:• Avoid leverage• Delay investing• Overpay debt unnecessarily• Stay stuck in financial adolescenceIn this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner explains the nervous-system mechanics behind debt-related anxiety — and why understanding this is critical for financial advisors who serve doctors.Physicians are trained to manage clinical risk — but financial leverage activates the safety brain.When that happens, math alone won’t close the gap.In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why debt anxiety isn’t about numbers•...
2026-02-1219 minThe Thriving Doctors PodcastDebt Doesn't Cause Anxiety: This DoesDebt doesn’t cause anxiety.The fear of not being able to repay it does.In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner unpacks the real reason debt triggers so much stress for physicians — and why unmanaged debt anxiety can quietly sabotage your wealth-building.Medical school loans. Practice buy-ins. Mortgages. Investment leverage.These aren’t character flaws. They’re financial tools.But when your safety brain takes over, even smart, math-backed decisions can feel like drowning.In this conversation, you’ll learn:• Why debt is a neutral number — and why contex...
2026-02-1219 minThe Thriving Doctors PodcastBeing Rich vs Looking Rich: Why High Earners Still Feel Financial PressureYou can earn a high income, look successful, and still feel anxious about money.In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner explores the difference between acting rich and being rich—and why so many high-earning professionals, especially physicians, fall into what she calls the Looking Rich Vortex.This isn’t about deprivation or budgeting.It’s about alignment, satisfaction, and building a life that actually works.You’ll learn:– Why looking rich is often driven by pressure and comparison– What it really means to feel rich– How to make conscious spen...
2026-02-1219 minEngaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsYour Brain on MoneyWant to help your doctor clients understand their choices better? Listen to this podcast episode in which Dr. Vicki Rackner explains a simple brain model that replaces judgment and shame with compassion and curiosity. For more tips and strategies to grow your practice by working with more doctor clients: Visit Engaging Doctors and sign up to get weekly tips. Follow us on Facebook. Follow us on Youtube. Follow us on Linkedin
2026-01-2438 minEngaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsHow to Get More of What You Want in 2026How do you actually get the things you want in 2026? In this podcast episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner describes the importance of systems to support success. If you want to work with more doctor clients in 2026? Click here to learn more about the Get More Doctor Clients Program. For more tips and strategies to grow your practice by working with more doctor clients: Visit Engaging Doctors and sign up to get weekly tips. Follow us on Facebook. Follow us on Youtube. Follow us on Linkedin
2026-01-051h 00The Thriving Doctors PodcastHow Doctors Build TrueWealth: The OverviewDo you feel like you’re in charge of your money—or does it feel like your money is in charge of you?Are there things you want to do with your life—but finances keep getting in the way?If you don’t understand how money decisions actually shape your life, you can work harder, earn more, and still end up with less of what you want and more of what you don’t.In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner lays out The TrueWealth Way--a process of making consistent conscious choices that lead to a...
2025-12-1907 minThe Thriving Doctors PodcastAre You Better Off With--Or Without a Financial Advisor?How do you know if working with a financial advisor is actually helping you?Doctors often ask this quietly:**“Am I better off with you… or without you?”**In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner explores how doctors experience financial relationships, why uncertainty is so draining, and what ethical shared decision-making really feels like.This isn’t about returns.It’s about clarity, agency, and whether a professional relationship truly supports your life.For more tips and strategies about how to get more of what you want...
2025-12-1714 minEngaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsAm I Better Off With You... or Without You?Doctors don't usually say this out loud — but they're always asking it:"Am I better off with you... or without you?"In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner explores what that question really means, drawing parallels between medicine and financial advice.This conversation is about trust, shared decision-making, and professional integrity — not tactics or products.You'll hear why:"Better off" is a felt experience before it's a financial resultUncertainty drains people faster than bad newsEthical advice sometimes means saying noThis episode is for advisors who want to serv...
2025-12-1714 minEngaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsHow AI Can Give Financial Advisors Back 500 Hours a YearIf you want to work with more doctors, your biggest bottleneck isn’t marketing—it’s time.In today’s episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner interviews Arnulf Hsu, CEO of GReminders, to explore how financial advisors are reclaiming 500–600 hours a year with AI-powered meeting automation.For more tips and strategies to grow your practice by working with more doctor clients: Visit Engaging Doctors and sign up to get weekly tips. Follow us on Facebook. Follow us on Youtube. Follow us on Linkedin
2025-11-2030 min
Engaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsThe Connection Prescription: Leadership Skills for Financial AdvisorsHave you ever wondered how to lead your doctor clients with more confidence and connection? In this podcast, listen in on Dr. Vicki Rackner’s presentation as she shares The Connection Prescription—a set of practical leadership skills to help financial advisors build trust, simplify complexity, and communicate with greater impact.For more tips and strategies to grow your practice by working with more doctor clients: Visit Engaging Doctors and sign up to get weekly tips. Follow us on Facebook. Follow us on Youtube. Follow us on Linkedin
2025-07-0451 min
Engaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsHow to Speak with Doctors about BurnoutHave you ever wondered how to speak with your doctor prospects and clients about burnout? In this podcast, listen in on Dr. Vicki Rackner's presentation she made for doctors.For more tips and strategies to grow your practice by working with more doctor clients: Visit Engaging Doctors and sign up to get weekly tips. Follow us on Facebook. Follow us on Youtube. Follow us on Linkedin
2025-06-3027 min
Engaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsWhat Financial Advisors Need to Know about Med Mal LawsuitsWhen a doctor faces a malpractice lawsuit, the emotional and financial toll can be overwhelming. As a financial advisor, how can you provide real value and support during this critical time? In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner shares her personal experience of being sued and offers key insights into how you can strengthen relationships with your physician clients when they need you the most.Check out these must-read resources:Discover which doctors are most at risk of lawsuits: NEJM: Prevalence and Characteristics of Physicians Prone to Lawsuits Find out if the r...
2025-04-0325 min
Engaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsFinancial Advisors: Pharma’s Secrets to Winning Doctor Clients In this episode of Engaging Doctors, Dr. Vicki Rackner reveals seven powerful marketing lessons financial advisors can learn from the pharmaceutical industry to attract and engage physician clients. Discover how pharma's data-driven strategies—such as strategic gifting, education-based marketing, influencer engagement, and digital transformation—can be ethically applied to build trust and grow your physician client base.Key Takeaways: ✔️ The power of reciprocity and strategic gifting ✔️ How education-based marketing builds credibility (22:1 ROI!) ✔️ Leveraging influencers and physician opinion leaders ✔️ Digital engagement strategies that deliver a 31:1 return ✔️ A 90-day implementation plan for financial advisorsIf you're ready to crack...
2025-03-2028 minEngaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsThe 10 Laws of Physician EngagementAre you a financial advisor looking to build strong, lasting relationships with physician clients? Understanding how doctors think, make decisions, and manage wealth is key to success in this unique market. In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner, a retired surgeon and physician engagement expert, reveals The 10 Laws of Physician Engagement—proven strategies to help financial professionals connect with, attract, and serve doctors effectively.What You’ll Learn:- How doctors think differently from business-minded clients- Why emotional connection is crucial in financial advising- The power of mirror neurons in trust-building- How...
2025-03-1324 min
Engaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsGetting Past the Doctors' GatekeeperIf you're a financial advisor struggling to get past the gatekeeper and connect with doctors, you're not alone. Many advisors find traditional outreach methods ineffective when dealing with physicians. Why? Because doctors have built-in barriers to protect their time.In this episode of The Engaging Doctors Podcast, Dr. Vicki Rackner, a retired surgeon turned consultant, shares why breaking through the front door is a low-ROI effort—and how to get invited through the back door instead. Discover a powerful strategy that helped one advisor achieve an 82% conversion rate when booking meetings with doctors.🔹 Why g...
2025-02-2809 min
Engaging Doctors: The Podcast for Financial Advisors Who Work with Doctor ClientsWhy Financial Advisors Struggle to Attract Doctor Clients..and How to Fix It!If you're a financial advisor struggling to connect with doctor clients, you're not alone. Many advisors try traditional marketing strategies that work with business owners—only to find they fall flat with physicians. Why? Because doctors are wired differently.In this episode of The Engaging Doctors Podcast, Dr. Vicki Rackner, a retired surgeon turned consultant, reveals the #1 mistake financial advisors make when entering the medical market—and how to fix it. She shares her personal journey, lessons from the business world, and a proven strategy to help you bridge the gap between the world of finance and medi...
2025-02-1822 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Break a Habit and Why It's So Hard to DoWhat are habits, and why are they so hard to break? In this episode, we break down what a habit is and how to overcome unwanted habits, even when it's challenging.Listen to the podcast to learn more about how our brains work and discover how you can start reshaping your habits today!Link to the podcast episode about how our brains work: Ep. 27 A Story About How the Human Brain WorksConnect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and...
2024-11-2813 min
Free Me from OCDA Self-Coaching Tool That WorksYou might have thoughts about your child with OCD, and these daily downloads will help you figure out how to create the results you want. Download the worksheet here. Get curious about your thoughts, and give yourself time to get the hang of this process.Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-11-2017 min
Free Me from OCDAre You Anxious about the Election Results?If you have anxiety about the election results, you are not alone. In this episode Dr. Vicki offers some tips about moving forward in the face of the our future leadership.Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-11-1309 min
Free Me from OCDWho is Your OCD Monster?Have you named your OCD monster? This episode explores embracing the parts of ourselves we hide while reclaiming control over the voices that don't define us.Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-11-0610 min
Free Me from OCDHalloween: Fun or an OCD Nightmare?What is Halloween like for someone with OCD? In this Free Me From OCD podcast episode, we take a closer look at Halloween—a holiday celebrated for its thrills and chills, yet one that can be particularly challenging for those dealing with OCD. We’ll dive into three key questions:1. Why is Halloween so much fun for many?2. Why isn’t Halloween as enjoyable for people with OCD?3. How can someone manage OCD effectively during this spooky season?For those interested in the psychology behind Halloween’s appeal, check out the Harvard...
2024-10-3111 min
Free Me from OCDHelping Someone with OCD: It’s Not a Suicide MissionIf you parent an adult child with OCD, you might think that your job is to protect your loved one from the pain associated with unmanaged OCD. This is a suicide mission. In this podcast episode, see the more effective way to make a positive difference when someone you love is learning to manage OCD.Your secret weapon that will make the biggest difference for your loved one with OCD is forming a trusting relationship.In this podcast episode yo...
2024-10-2309 min
Free Me from OCDWhat If You’re Wrong About What’s Possible with OCD?You may believe certain things are impossible due to OCD, whether for yourself or your child. But what if you're wrong? In today's podcast, we'll explore the possibilities beyond those limits.Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-10-1611 min
Free Me from OCDDo You Have the Courage to Feel Your Feelings?In this podcast, I’d like to discuss three steps to help you better connect with your emotions.Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-10-0909 min
Free Me from OCDGet Moving to Manage OCDIn this episode, Dr. Vicki highlights the therapeutic power of exercise and its potential to enhance mental well-being. She shares practical tips on incorporating movement into your daily routine if you have OCD.Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-10-0209 min
Free Me from OCDOCD Themes RevealedOCD themes can morph and change over time. Listen to this episode to hear Dr. Vicki describe the common themes. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-09-2513 min
Free Me from OCDOCD Therapist Tracie Ibrahim Tells Her OCD StoryIt's a delight to welcome back Tracie Ibrahim. Tracie is an OCD/ERP therapist and practitioner. She also serves as the Chief Compliance Officer for NOCD. In this episode, Tracie shares the story of spending over 8 years of her childhood in inpatient psych facilities, and NO ONE--not one treating practitioner--ever considered the diagnosis of OCD.Don't miss this episode!You can learn more about OCD and find an ERP practitioner here. https://www.treatmyocd.comYou can follow Tracie on Instagram @TabooTracieConnect with Dr. Vicki Rackner:
2024-09-1747 min
Free Me from OCDSugar and OCDCould eliminating sugar from your help manage OCD? That's the topic for today.Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-09-1108 min
Free Me from OCDWho is the True You? In this empowering episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner dives into the powerful question: Who is the true you? She explores how our identities are shaped by experiences, societal labels, and, in the case of people with OCD, often by misleading thoughts. Dr. Rackner draws on her personal experience as a mother of a son with OCD, as well as her background as a physician and life coach, to discuss how those with OCD—and their families—can reclaim their true identity.Using engaging stories and reflections, Dr. Rackner highlights how false beliefs about ourselves can take root early in li...
2024-09-0409 min
Free Me from OCDThe Secret Power of OCDIn this uplifting episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner flips the script on OCD by exploring how the same qualities that make OCD challenging can also serve as powerful gifts. From persistence and empathy to creativity and attention to detail, people with OCD possess remarkable strengths that can be harnessed and celebrated. Drawing from personal stories, including the inspiring tale of Gus Wahl, Dr. Rackner explains how reframing OCD from a liability into a potential superpower can lead to a deeper understanding and appreciation of the unique strengths of the condition.Key Takeaways:- Persistence...
2024-08-2808 min
Free Me from OCDThoughts about Thoughts 2 of 2In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner explores the power of thoughts and how they shape our lives. Building on the previous episode about the origins of thoughts, today’s focus is on the importance of intentionally choosing your thoughts and thinking on purpose. Through relatable stories and practical exercises, Dr. Rackner explains how thoughts create feelings, actions, and ultimately, the results in our lives. She offers actionable steps for shifting from reactive thinking to strategic thinking—helping you take control of your mental landscape and create the life you want.Key Takeaways:- Yo...
2024-08-2118 min
Free Me from OCDThoughts About Obsessions and Other Thoughts 1 of 2In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner explores the critical role thoughts play in shaping our lives, especially for those living with OCD. She breaks down how thoughts, whether they are fleeting or obsessive, create feelings that drive our actions, which ultimately shape the results we experience in life. Dr. Rackner shares personal insights from her experience as a mother to a son with OCD and discusses how understanding and managing thoughts can help take control of OCD.Key Takeaways:- Thoughts Are Powerful: Obsessions, the O in OCD, are just thoughts...
2024-08-0819 min
Free Me from OCD6 Steps for Successful Difficult ConversationsWelcome to the Free Me From OCD Podcast! If you or someone you love has OCD, you know that OCD can hold you hostage, taking control over your thoughts and emotions. But here, we’re all about reclaiming that control and learning how to face life’s challenges with confidence. I’m your host, Dr. Vicki Rackner, and today’s episode will focus on something that many of us struggle with—having difficult conversations.Whether it’s a conversation with a loved one, a coworker, or even ourselves, difficult conversations can stir up anxiety and leave us feeling vuln...
2024-07-3124 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Get What You Want 2 of 2The best fuel to drive your efforts to be freed from OCD is a focus on what you want. In this episode, you will learn the three steps to getting what you want, and the powerful Freedom Formula self-coaching tool to make them happen. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-07-0614 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Get What You Want 1 of 2Do you have a hard time getting what you want--especially when OCD enters your life? In this episode, Dr. Vicki shares the top three reasons it's so hard.Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-06-2511 min
Free Me from OCDRetelling Your OCD StoryWhat is your OCD Story? Is it helping you or holding. you back? In this story, Dr. Vicki Rackner offers tips about how to retell you OCD story.Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-05-0814 min
Free Me from OCDMy Top OCD TipsEpisode Title: My Top OCD TipsHost: Dr. Vicki Rackner, MDSummary: In this episode of Free Me From OCD Podcast, Dr. Vicki Rackner reflects on the past decade of living with and supporting a family member with OCD. She shares the single most valuable lesson she’s learned through her journey of helping her son manage OCD and how it transformed her family’s life. Dr. Rackner emphasizes the importance of becoming an empathic witness, staying present, and managing your own emotional bus to better support your loved one. She...
2024-05-0329 min
Free Me from OCD4 Pillars of OCD SuccessEpisode Title: 4 Pillars of OCD SuccessHost: Dr. Vicki Rackner, MDSummary: In this episode of Free Me From OCD Podcast, Dr. Vicki Rackner introduces the Four Pillars of OCD Success—four foundational principles to help OCD Warriors and their caregivers thrive. These pillars provide a structure that supports healing, growth, and freedom from OCD. Dr. Rackner draws from her experience as a physician, mother of a son with OCD, and certified life coach, offering listeners valuable insights and practical tips to support their journey toward overcoming OCD....
2024-04-1018 min
Free Me from OCDThe Connection Prescription: How to Plug into a Person in Pain without Shorting OutEpisode Title: The Connection Prescription: How to Plug into a Person in Pain without Shorting OutHost: Dr. Vicki Rackner, MDSummary: In today’s episode of the Free Me From OCD Podcast, Dr. Vicki Rackner discusses how to effectively connect with a loved one in pain, particularly those struggling with OCD. Drawing from personal experiences as a physician and mother of a son with OCD, she shares tools for reaching out with confidence, clarity, and compassion. This episode focuses on what caregivers can do differently to support their lo...
2024-04-0532 min
Free Me from OCD2 Kinds of Pain: Part 2 of 3 - OCD and PainEpisode Title: 2 Kinds of Pain: Part 2 of 3 - OCD and PainHost: Dr. Vicki RacknerSummary: In this second episode of a three-part series on pain and OCD, Dr. Vicki Rackner explores the difference between primary pain and poisonous pain. She explains how our natural responses to pain, especially when dealing with OCD, can either help us move forward or keep us stuck in a cycle of suffering. Dr. Rackner also shares insights into how our brains react to pain and offers practical advice on how to manage it...
2024-03-1613 min
Free Me from OCDThe 5 Pain Personalities: Part 1 of OCD and PainOCD is associated with different kinds of pain. Your experience is shaped by your Pain Personality. In this episode, you will:Learn Dr. Vicki's 5 Pain PersonalitiesDiscover how your Pain Personality shapes your experience with OCDUnderstand how you can modify your innate response to. pain so you get a better resultSee how different Pain Personalities contribute to family conflict about OCD.Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Ra...
2024-03-0111 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Manage Perfectionism...with or without OCDEpisode Title: How to Manage Perfectionism...with or without OCDHost: Dr. Vicki Rackner, MDSummary: In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner explores the concept of perfectionism and its impact on people with and without OCD. Key Takeaways:The Difference Between Healthy Striving and Perfectionism:Healthy striving is about personal growth and aiming for excellence based on what you value.Perfectionism is about fear of judgment, driven by external validation and the belief that by being perfect, you can avoid blame or s...
2024-02-2319 min
Free Me from OCDA Powerful OCD Thought Swap Inspired by the Super BowlIn this podcast episode you'll take away one thought to swap to make it easier for you to be freed from OCD. It was inspired while watching the Super Bowl.Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-02-1615 min
Free Me from OCDWhen Someone Says NO to OCD TreatmentIf you have OCD, you might arrive at a day when you say NO to treatment. What do you do then In this podcast episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner explains how and why people with OCD get stuck, and offers some thoughts about getting unstuck.The Article: Letting Naomi Die.Send in an OCD Confessions PostcardJoin the "Get Unstuck from OCD" Challenge Learn about ERPReach out to NOCD to find an ERP practitionerClick here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day pro...
2024-02-0931 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Manage Disgust--With or Without OCDDisgust is one of the strongest, most common and most commonly misunderstood emotions we have. In this podcast episode, we’ll explore what disgust is, how it helps us and how it harms us. Specifically, let’s address how to manage disgust if it’s part of the OCD picture—or part of your life even if you don’t have OCD. Click here to download the Exploring Disgust Worksheet Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner:
2024-01-3120 min
Free Me from OCDCommon Feelings about OCD--and How to Manage ThemWhen you or someone you love is diagnoseds with OCD, you may have strong feelings. In this episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner shares common feelings, and offers ideas about how to manage them.Click here to download a worksheet about your thoughts and feelings.Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2024-01-2328 min
Free Me from OCDOCD's #1 Question: "Am I safe, am I in danger or am I gonna die?Feeling unsafe is woven into the fabric of OCD. AND feeling unsafe makes it harder to manage OCD.In this podcast, you'll get some tips for avoiding the dangers of the danger response, and seeking safety more safely.Click here to download a worksheet to explore what contributes to your sense of safety.Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on...
2024-01-1234 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Yell Less --and Recover FasterIf you are the parent of a child with neurodiverse brain wiring--OCD or ADHD or autism--you might lose your cool and yell at your child or partner or friend. You might even yell at yourself!. Do you want to yell less? Would you like to recover faster when you do? Dr. Vicki Rackner, physician founder of Free Me from OCD, offers some tips.Click here to get on the waiting list to be notified when we open membership to the OCD Haven. It's a virtual online community for people with OCD-- and the people who love them. Yo...
2023-12-2724 min
Free Me from OCDOCD and Money: Taking on a Taboo TopicDo you know someone with OCD who struggles with money? Join us as we reveal the financial challenges faced by individuals living with OCD and their families .Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2023-11-2325 min
Free Me from OCDUnraveling TraumaWhat is trauma? What's happening in the brains of people with trauma? How do you know if you have it? What's the connection between trauma and OCD?What is intergenerational trauma?In this podcast episode, Dr. Vicki Rackner offers some answers. Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2023-10-3030 min
Free Me from OCDWhat is ERP?In almost every podcast episode I mention ERP. Today I would like to share with you what ERP is, how it works and speculations about why it's so effective.Click here to visit NOCD and find and ERP therapist.Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2023-10-1814 min
Physician Wealth Meds - A Wealth Podcast for DoctorsRESILIENCE RISING: Physician Burnout Part 2 with guest Dr. Vicki RacknerJoin me and my guest, Dr. Vicki Rackner as we discuss healthy ways to address burnout among physicians. As she says, true wealth and burnout are opposite sides of the same coin.This podcast will help you flip the coin from burnout to true wealth and start a path to HOPE by changing the way you think about situations. As I have said: "With every step of faith, the scenery changes," and that can encourage you as you move forward.Dr. Vicki Rackner weighs in on "thoughts, time and money" as we discuss this ever inc...
2023-09-2032 min
Free Me from OCDA Story About How the Human Brain WorksOur brains are obsessed with answer to a singular question: Right here and right now, am I safe? In this podcast episode you'll hear a story about how the brain works, and how and why being safe is still a top priority.Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2023-09-1521 min
Free Me from OCDHow a Diagnosis of OCD Can Help You--Or Harm YouFinally your healthcare professional delivers the three little words. Obsessive compulsive disorder. You might have heard. “You have OCD.” Or “Your child has OCD.”The diagnosis of OCD does not have magical powers. Your brain wiring is the same the day before and after a health care professional delivers the diagnosis.However, the meaning you ascribe to the diagnosis and what you do with a diagnosis can radically transform your life.So today, let’s discuss:Why a diagnosis i...
2023-08-3021 min
Free Me from OCDWhat To Do When Your Kids Are DisappointedDo you feel uncomfortable when your kids are disappointed? You are not alone!In this podcast episodes you will find:Insights into why our kids’ disappointment tends to be such a problem for us parents.The high cost of an unwillingness to live with the discomfort of disappointment.What you CAN do when your child is disappointed.Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follo...
2023-08-1522 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Manage Disappointment Part 1We all face disappointment at some point in our lives, and it can be challenging to manage those feelings. In this podcast we will:Explore what disappointment is Identify common ways of managing disappointment that are NOT effectiveLay out a process for effectively managing disappointment.This is Part 1 in which we help you manage your own disappointment. In the next episode we'll talk about how to help your child manage his/her disappointment. We'll also address what you say and do when someone disappointment you, or someone expresses their disappointment in circumstances in which you are in...
2023-05-3016 min
Free Me from OCDAre You Burned Out?By the time parents of adult kids with OCD find me, they are almost uniformly burned out. In this podcast episode, you’ll find:A working definition of burnoutThe most common and most commonly overlooked cause of burnoutWhat one thing you can do TODAY to break through burnout.Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more...
2023-05-1119 min
Free Me from OCDPostpartum OCD: Insights from OCD Expert Jenna OverbaughWelcoming a new baby into the family is a joy-filled event. However, human brains can pose challenges. You already know about postpartum depression. In this podcast episode you will learn about postpartum OCD. My guest, Jenna Overbaugh, is a licensed professional counselor and NOCD therapist. Jenna shares her own experience with postpartum OCD and demystifies this taboo condition. Do you know someone who might be struggling with postpartum OCD? Here are some helpful resources.Contact NOCD to speak with a therapist who treats OCD--and postpartum OCD-- with the evidence-based clinical intervention ERP. Click he...
2023-04-2032 min
Free Me from OCDIs Your Child with OCD Broken?Has your child learning to manage OCD ever told you, “I’m broken?” Have you ever thought about your child as broken? This podcast is for you. We’ll explore the high cost of thinking of people as broken. Then I’ll show you a different path.Click here to watch the basketball challenge. Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for...
2023-04-1016 min
Free Me from OCDWhat to Know and Do When Your Child with OCD Applies to CollegeCollege application is the source of anxiety. In this podcast episode, you'll hear a conversation with our guest Dan Ulin. For the past 35 years, Dan has helped kids get into the college of their dreams and set them up for success in adult life through his company Elite Student Coach. In this episode, Dan offers answers to the following questions:1. What do college admissions officers want?2. What are some tips to help a college applicant be successful?3. Should the diagnosis of OCD be disclosed on college applications?4. What if the student likes a co...
2023-04-0554 min
Free Me from OCDWhat to Do When You Think, "I'm to Blame for My Child's OCD."Have you ever thought, “I’m to blame for my child’s OCD?” It seems like such an innocent thought; however, it is not.In this podcast episode I will help you understand the the high cost to hanging onto the thought, “I’m to blame for my child’s OCD.” Or any variation of “I’m a bad parent.” You’ll see why it’s downright dangerous. You’ll also learn and what to do when you have this thought, or your in-laws tell you that you are responsi...
2023-03-3025 min
Free Me from OCDFamily Feuds Part 3: What to Say to Your Child Instead of Engaging in Power StrugglesWould you like an alternative to power struggles with your kids managing OCD? In this episode, you learn the third stage of the Relationship Reboot. Here you'll learn what to say to you kids instead of getting into an emotional tug-of-war about how your adult child managed OCD. Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OC...
2023-03-0819 min
Free Me from OCDFighting Family Feuds, Part 2 of 3Have you ever been in an emotional tug-of-war with your child or other family members about how OCD is managed? In this episode, you'll learn to unplug from OCD-related power struggles with the Relationship Reboot. This is the second of a series of 3 podcasts. Click here to listen to the first in the series.Click here to learn more about the OCD Freedom Formula Bootcamp. This 28 day program kicks off 5/7/24. Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Fac...
2023-02-1319 min
Free Me from OCDFamily Feuding About OCD? Try Something That WORKS!Have you ever been in an emotional tug-of-war with your child or other family members about how OCD is managed? In the next series of 3 podcasts, I’ll uncover the origins of the most common conflict within families—which are usually power struggles— and show you how power struggles do more harm than good. Then I’ll lay out an alternative I call the Relationships Reboot.Click here to listen to the podcast episode in which I interview NOCD's Tracy Ibrahim about EPR--the evidence-based treatment for OCD proven to work.Connect with Dr...
2023-01-1723 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Manage Harm OCD with Guest Tracie IbrahimWhat do you do if OCD obsessions take the form of thoughts or urges of harming yourself or harming others?In this podcast interview, Dr. Vicki interviews NOCD leader and therapist Tracie Ibrahim. Tracy helps us understand what harm OCD is--and what it is not.Here are the main take-away messages:1. People with OCD can have thoughts and urges about harming themselves or others. 2. These thoughts about harm are usually obsessive thoughts or urges.3. Harm themes are managed in exactly the same way other OCD thoughts or urges are managed.
2022-08-2628 min
Free Me from OCDDebunking the Top 5 Myths About OCDI would like to nominate OCD as one of the 5 most misunderstood condition in medicine.Lack of information can lead to suffering as the OCD diagnosis and treatment are delayed. In this podcast episode I will debunk the top 5 myths.Click here to visit the International OCD Foundation.Click here to listen to the podcast about ERP.Click here to visit NOCD and find an ERP therapist.Click here to get on the waiting list for The OCD Haven. This is a safe place to educate yourself...
2022-08-1221 minFree Me from OCDOCD and ShameOCD and shame seem to be tied at the hip. In this podcast episode we'll explore what shame is, where it comes from and how to manage it. You’ll see that shame can sabotage you as you learn to manage OCD—-or serve you.Here are the main take-away messages:Shame is just a feeling. It will not kill you, although it might feel like it! Shame communicates the message that you have not lived up to the standards you set for yourself. When you have guilt, you say to yourse...
2022-07-2528 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Manage OCD Sexual Themes with Guest Tracie IbrahimIt's the ultimate taboo topic---OCD sexual themes. Listen to this podcast conversation with NOCD therapist Tracie Ibrahim . You will find:Unpleasant and disturbing sexual thoughts and images are very common with OCD.OCD thoughts are often lies.Sexual OCD obsessions are managed in the exact same way any other obsession is managed.Would you like to break the conspiracy of silence about your OCD sexual thoughts? Send an anonymous postcard toOCD Confessions2400 NW 80th St #216Seattle WA 98117Click here to listen to my conversation wi...
2022-06-2442 min
Free Me from OCDWhat Do You Do When You Feel Stuck?Have you ever tried to achieve a big goal and felt stuck? Maybe you're even moving backwards. What do you do?In this podcast episode, Dr. Vicki offers a suggestion about how to get unstuck.Click here to watch a video of Dr. Vicki's son deadlifting 550 lbs https://youtu.be/8wEjkQiFCAAConnect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.
2022-06-1312 min
Free Me from OCDWhy Is Managing OCD So Hard?If your child has OCD, you might wonder, "My child is exhausted from responding to all the demands his 'OCD Monster' makes. He wants to get back in the driver's seat of his life. He knows what to do to manage OCD. Why isn't he doing it?"There are good reasons. Here are the top three you will learn about in this episode:1. Your child's biology.2. Limits of medical science that make it difficult to get a diagnosis of OCD and then find the right treatment.3. Beliefs that transformation should be fast, easy a...
2022-05-1821 min
Free Me from OCDWhat is ERP? An Interview with NOCD's Tracie IbrahimIn this episode I have the pleasure of interviewing Tracie Ibrahim. Tracie is the Director of Clinical Risk Management at NOCD. She's also a therapist who uses ERP in her OCD toolbox.You will hear Tracie's personal and professional journey with OCD. She will also share with you what ERP is, and why she uses it as she treats her clients with OCD.Click HERE to visit the NOCD web site and learn more about using ERP to manage OCD . Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner: Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org ...
2022-04-2833 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Respond When Your Child is in OCD CrisisWhat do you do when your child is in OCD crisis? As a parent, you will have a longing to fix things so your child's pain goes away.The problem is that this does not work.In this podcast episode, you will find an alternative. It's called the ABLE Protocol. The name communicates the reality that you have what it takes to make a positive difference when your child is in crisis. ABLE is also an acronym for the four steps of the process.Click here to join the waiting list t...
2022-04-2526 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Manage Embarrassment, Blame, Guilt and Shame 2 of 3If you live with someone with OCD, embarrassment is part of your life. In this podcast episode you will learn how to manage embarrassment more effectively.Here are action steps mentioned in the podcast:Send an OCD Confession Postcard to this address:Vicki Rackner MD2355 Fairview Ave N #219Roseville, MN 55113If you or your child are interested in joining our private community, please send an email to DrVicki@OCDParenting.com.Click here to get on the waiting list to learn when our upcoming OCD PowerParenting course is li...
2022-03-2327 min
Free Me from OCDHow to Manage Embarrassment, Blame, Guilt and Shame 1 of 3We all have a deep longing to be seen and accepted for who we are. If you have a child learning to manage OCD, you know this is a tall order. One of the big worries is, “What would people think about me if they could see my life?“Your child might wonder: Would you be my friend— even if you knew about my dark thoughts and crazy rituals? Would you hire me— even if you knew about my OCD?As a parent, you might wonder: Would you see me as a competent parent—ev...
2022-03-1423 min
Free Me from OCD5 Things Your Kid with OCD Wants You to KnowThere are reasons that it's hard for parents to understand what life is like for a child learning to manage OCD. In this podcast episode, Dr. Vick Rackner shares 5 messages she's extracted from conversation with young adults who have learned to manage OCD. Here they are:1. "I'm in the fight of my life!"2. "I have a hard job."3. "See me, not the OCD."4. "You're the most important person in my life."5. "I'm going to do this my way. Let me make my own choices. And my own mistakes."
2022-02-2631 min
Free Me from OCDThe 5 Zones of OCDAt any given moment in time, there is a power balance between your child and the OCD Terrorist. I find it helpful to think about different OCD Zones.In the BLUE OCD ZONE, your child is completely in charge. It’s as if OCD went into a deep sleep.In the GREEN OCD ZONE, your child has just waged a war on OCD and triumphed. They recognized the obsessive thought for what it was , resisted the urge to perform the compulsion and lived through their anxiety and discomfort. In the YELLOW OCD ZONE, your...
2022-02-1219 min