When Perfectionism Becomes OCD: The Trap of Never Feeling Good Enough
From The OCD & Anxiety Podcast · 11:21
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Ready for real help with OCD or anxiety? Book a discovery call robertjamescoaching.com/book-discovery-call The Break Free from OCD : Self Guided Program https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/checkout/break-free-program-self-guided?utm_source=chatgpt.com The Break Free from Sensorimotor OCD: Self Guided Program https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/checkout/the-break-free-from-sensorimotor-ocd-self-guided-program?utm_source=chatgpt.com In this episode Robert James explores how perfectionism itself can be helpful but becomes a problem when it turns inflexible and fuels OCD. He explains the paradox of seeking certainty and how waiting to feel 'ready' can keep you stuck. Robert shares practical steps to embrace imperfection, take action despite discomfort, and build long-term freedom from OCD by tolerating uncertainty and refocusing on meaningful goals 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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