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OCD Sleep Meditation: Release Anxiety Be...

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Robert James leads a short, compassionate sleep meditation designed for people with OCD, focusing on gentle breathing, body awareness, and accepting intrusive thoughts without judgment.

Use imagery of white light, floating leaves, and progressive relaxation to soften tension, release the demand for sleep, and allow your mind and body to rest

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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