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EPISODE · Jan 29, 2025 · 12 MIN

OCD and Insomnia: Why It Happens and How to Sleep Better

from The OCD & Anxiety Podcast · host TheOCDandAnxietyPodcast

Youtube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@theocdandanxetypodcast Book your free session directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode of The OCD and Anxiety Podcast, Robert James delves into the intricate relationship between OCD and insomnia, exploring how these conditions can mutually exacerbate each other. Drawing from personal experiences and expert insights, Robert shares practical tips to help you navigate this challenging duo, focusing on lifestyle changes and innovative techniques to foster restful sleep. He introduces listeners to the Wim Hof Method, a unique approach combining breathing exercises, cold exposure, and mindset training, offering a fresh perspective on managing stress and improving sleep quality. Discover how regulating stress hormones and body temperature can lead to more restorative sleep, helping you break free from the OCD-induced insomnia cycle. Tune in to uncover actionable strategies that go beyond conventional sleep advice, empowering you to reclaim peaceful nights and improve overall well-being. Enjoy this engaging discussion and learn how to embrace relaxation for a healthier mind and body 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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