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Contact me for a private session, visit www.robertjamescoaching.com/contact This podcast is all about OCD and anxiety and how we can have a better relationship with it. If you struggle with OCD or another anxiety disorder and want to learn how to manage it better, then this podcast is for you.
Episodes

Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
You’re Stronger Than OCD: Reclaiming Your Power
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
Tuesday Nov 04, 2025
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In this episode Robert James explains why you are stronger than your OCD and how the condition uses your values and caring nature against you. He encourages listeners to recognize that they can choose differently, face uncertainty, and resist compulsions to reclaim their lives.
Robert outlines practical steps for recovery, including exposure activities, learning to let go of rumination, and applying acceptance and commitment techniques. He also recommends journaling daily wins—writing three moments you resisted OCD—to build evidence of your strength.
Robert briefly describes his 12-week program based on his personal recovery and clinical coaching, and invites interested listeners to apply via a free discovery call at robertjamescoaching.com
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.

Saturday Nov 01, 2025
Stop Trying to ‘Do It Right’ — The Hidden Loop of Sensorimotor OCD
Saturday Nov 01, 2025
Saturday Nov 01, 2025
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In this episode Robert James explains how sensory-motor OCD tricks you into chasing the perfect way to breathe, blink or swallow and why that pursuit keeps you stuck.
He outlines a practical shift: stop searching for the perfect fix and practice acting as you would if you weren’t struggling, use brief grounding tools sparingly, and focus on re-engaging with the present. Robert also mentions a 12-week program and a free discovery call for those who want 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.

Thursday Oct 30, 2025
With OCD Nothing Can Trigger You More Than Yourself
Thursday Oct 30, 2025
Thursday Oct 30, 2025
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In this episode, Robert James explains how the biggest trigger for OCD and anxiety often comes from our own reactions, not external situations. He discusses the role of stories we tell ourselves, the importance of learning to tolerate discomfort and uncertainty, and how exposure and small challenges can prove our strength.
Robert also mentions his 12-week coaching program and offers a free discovery call for listeners seeking 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.

Tuesday Oct 28, 2025
When OCD Uses Guilt Against You: How to Break Free
Tuesday Oct 28, 2025
Tuesday Oct 28, 2025
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Robert James explains how OCD weaponizes guilt to keep you trapped in rumination and why intrusive thoughts don't define your character.
He outlines practical steps—accept the feeling, breathe, notice the guilt, and gently redirect to valued activities—and introduces his 12-week Break Free from OCD program for deeper 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.

Saturday Oct 25, 2025
When Breathing Becomes Loud: Breaking Free from Sensorimotor OCD
Saturday Oct 25, 2025
Saturday Oct 25, 2025
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Robert James explains why hyper-awareness of breathing happens in Sensorimotor OCD, how attempts to control sensations make the problem worse, and what it means to let go.
He shares personal experience and outlines a step-by-step approach to retrain the brain, accept awareness, and build lasting peace with bodily sensations
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.

Thursday Oct 23, 2025
The Perfection Trap in OCD Recovery: Why Trying Too Hard Keeps You Stuck
Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Thursday Oct 23, 2025
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In this episode Robert James exposes the "perfection trap" — how constantly measuring progress and seeking certainty can become another OCD compulsion and stall real recovery.
He explains why focusing on actions and values, not perfect outcomes, creates space for genuine change. Robert shares personal experiences, practical tips to stop checking your progress, and mentions a 12-week coaching program (robertjamescoaching.com) for those who want structured help.
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.

Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
The Anchor Meditation – Finding Stillness in the OCD Storm
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
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Join Robert James on the OCD and Anxiety podcast for a short guided meditation designed to help you anchor into your values during moments of intense anxiety or compulsions. Using the image of a boat and a deep-sea anchor, this practice helps you feel steady amid the storm, connect to what matters most, and let go of the urge to control.
Includes breathing prompts, visualization, and reminders to bring the sense of steadiness into everyday life. If you need further support, visit robertjamescoaching.com for a 12-week program and a free discovery call
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.

Sunday Oct 19, 2025
Swallowing OCD: Lauren’s Story of Acceptance and Recovery
Sunday Oct 19, 2025
Sunday Oct 19, 2025
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Robert James interviews former client Lauren about her intense struggle with swallowing (sensorimotor) OCD and the turning points that helped her heal.
They discuss how acceptance, self-compassion, managing rumination, and small daily choices — plus professional support — led to gradual freedom, setbacks included
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.

Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Stop Playing It Safe: The Secret to OCD Recovery
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
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In this episode, Robert James shares how years of cold exposure—cold showers, ice baths and the Wim Hof method—helped him manage OCD by teaching acceptance of anxiety and building resilience.
He explains the idea of leaning into discomfort, creating gentle exposure ladders for obsessions, and the importance of choosing exposure willingly. He also mentions a 12-week program to help others break free from OCD
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.

Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
From Control to Flow - The Missing Piece in OCD Recovery
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
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In this episode Robert James explains how the psychology of flow can help people with OCD and anxiety move out of rumination and back into the present.
He discusses Csikszentmihalyi's flow theory, practical ways to create challenging, meaningful activities that demand full attention, and how acceptance, values and purposeful action can reduce compulsive problem‑solving.
Robert also shares personal examples (like surfing) and mentions a 12‑week coaching program to support long‑term change.
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.
