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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 10 MIN

Why OCD Recovery Feels Wrong at First

from The OCD & Anxiety Podcast · host TheOCDandAnxietyPodcast

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join the Free Robert James Coaching Community & Get Access to the Free Starter Course - Follow the Link Below: https://robert-james-coaching-ocd.circle.so/join?invitation_token=4051add931af92458ee166eda25ccdad45545107-24505897-ed26-43d7-84a2-0ebd8b269363 In this episode Robert James explains why OCD often feels worse when you start to recover, how resisting compulsions can make intrusive thoughts louder, and why that discomfort can actually signal progress. He offers simple strategies for tolerating uncertainty, breaking short-term avoidance habits, and building long-term change — and mentions a 12-week program with a free discovery call for people 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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