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What OCD Really Feels Like — A Guide for Loved Ones

Author
TheOCDandAnxietyPodcast
Published
Thu 21 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://TheOCDandAnxietyPodcast.podbean.com/e/what-ocd-really-feels-like-%e2%80%94-a-guide-for-loved-ones/

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This episode explains what obsessive–compulsive disorder feels like, how intrusive thoughts and compulsions create a distressing cycle, and why many compulsions are invisible.


It offers simple guidance for loved ones: be patient and empathetic, avoid giving reassurance that fuels OCD, set gentle boundaries about reassurance, and encourage professional support


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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