Your Feelings Aren’t Always Facts: Overcoming Doubt and OCD—Erin Davis | Ep 87

In this insightful episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Erin Davis — relationship coach, OCD therapist, and host of Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD. Erin helps women untangle themselves from relentless doubts, intrusive thoughts, and the constant pull of comparison. We unpack two powerful truths: just because you feel it doesn’t mean it’s accurate and just because you think it doesn’t mean it’s true.Through relatable stories, practical examples, and personal insights, Erin reveals how our minds can be our greatest asset — or our biggest barrier — and how to start “bossing back” against negative thoughts. Whether you struggle with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or creative paralysis, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered to step into your authentic self.Connect With ErinLearn more about Erin’s work and follow her insights:Website : https://www.livebeyonddoubt.com/Podcast: Bossing Up: Overcoming OCDAvailable on all podcast platforms (Apple Podcasts or Spotify).Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erindaviscoaching/If Relatable Wisdom speaks to you—if a quote shared makes you pause, smile, or see things differently—consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a minute, leaving a review helps more people discover these everyday voices and the wisdom they carry. Your support means the world.Every episode has more to it than what you hear. Join the Relatable Wisdom newsletter to get thoughtful reflections, behind-the-scenes extras, and personal notes that don’t make it into the show. It’s a calm space to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: https://relatablewisdom.com/joinIf the quotes and stories you hear here offer you comfort, clarity, or connection, you can help support the podcast by buying me a coffee. Every small contribution helps keep these everyday voices and shared wisdom going strong.Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhqWant to be a guest on Relatable Wisdom? Send Wisdom Okonkwo a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/relatablewisdomChapters:00:00 Why Feelings Aren’t Always Facts01:17 Meet Erin Davis: Therapist & Podcast Host02:27 The Comparison Trap and Its Toll03:29 Jane Doe: A Real-Life OCD Thought Spiral Example05:52 Podcast Host Doubts: My Own Struggle Before Recording07:37 Why Our Brains Seek Problems08:05 Imposter Syndrome and the “And So?” Mindset10:46 The Mind as Our Greatest Asset or Liability11:35 Quote #2: Just Because You Think It Doesn’t Mean It’s True12:59 Why Waiting to Start Keeps You Stuck14:53 Feelings and Thoughts Aren’t Always Your Own15:31 The OCD Bubble and Crossing Back to Reality16:29 Bossing Back Against Negative Thoughts17:16 Where to Find Erin Davis