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Trapped by Reassurance: The Hidden Compulsion of OCD

Trapped by Reassurance: The Hidden Compulsion of OCD

Update: 2025-08-26
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Robert James explains how most OCD compulsions are really reassurance seeking driven by intolerance of uncertainty and difficult emotions. He uses the crossroads metaphor to show why short-term reassurance keeps you stuck and why allowing discomfort leads to lasting recovery.


The episode covers practical tools—acceptance, exposure, and values-based action—and mentions a 12-week coaching option and a free discovery call for listeners seeking extra 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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Trapped by Reassurance: The Hidden Compulsion of OCD

Trapped by Reassurance: The Hidden Compulsion of OCD

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