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Jun 2024
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The Alter Ego of Self-Compassion: Self-J...

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Welcome to episode 396 of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast by Robert James Coaching. As summer begins, Robert offers insights into managing OCD and anxiety, especially during this season. If you're struggling, you can book a free session via his website.

In this episode, Robert delves into the concept of self-judgment, which he identifies as the alter ego of self-compassion. He explains how self-judgment can derail our efforts to manage OCD and anxiety, emphasizing the importance of addressing this habit. Drawing inspiration from a quote by meditation teacher and psychologist Tara Brach, Robert discusses how recognizing and not feeding into self-judgment can help us stop feeling unworthy and make progress in overcoming OCD.

Robert provides practical advice on how to deal with self-judgment, such as being aware of imperative statements like "should" and "must," and adopting a playful attitude towards the inner critic. He also suggests techniques for observing negative thoughts without getting lost in them, fostering a habit of self-compassion that is crucial for managing OCD effectively.

For more insights and tips, follow Robert on Instagram at @robertjamescoachinguk and listen to the podcast on YouTube. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out

Disclaimer:

Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.

 

 

 

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