🔴ROCD Q&A 6: I Feel Nothing | Numbness and Doldrums | Noticing Attractive People is Not Sin

In this live broadcast on Relationship OCD, I will shares my personal journey and insights into the complex world of ROCD, providing a roadmap for those seeking to break free from its grip. With a unique blend of biblical insight and practical strategies, we will walk through more of your questions that arise in the journey.

Discover the root causes of ROCD and learn how to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of attraction, commitment, and self-doubt. Understand the distorted perspectives that fuel your obsessive thoughts, equipping you with the tools to face your fears and build lasting, healthy connections.

Whether you're grappling with the agony of questioning your romantic interest's worthiness, the paralyzing fear of making the "wrong" decision, or the overwhelming sense of emotional detachment, the teachings offer a beacon of hope. Dive into this comprehensive episode and unlock the secrets to:
- Recalibrating your emotional life and breaking free from the "doldrums" of numbness
- Facing your fears and building confidence through exposure therapy
- Overcoming the grip of perfectionism and learning to appreciate the other person's imperfections
- Learning to work through the confusion of attraction that arises with ROCD
- Navigating the challenges of long-distance relationships and singleness
- Cultivating a healthy, God-centered perspective on love and intimacy

Don't let relationship OCD hold you back any longer. Take the first step towards a life beyond the constraints of ROCD and unlock your true potential today.

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0:00 Intro
14:15 How To Find Freedom / What is ROCD?
21:12 I Feel Nothing, Am I Just Settling?
40:05 OCD / Fear Cycle As It Relates To Seeing An Attractive Woman
1:05:48 Relationship OCD & Attractive Struggles as a Woman
1:16:50 Denial About ROCD?
1:29:50 ROCD Attraction Triggers
1:36:50 Dance Breaks
1:40:00 Painful Memories While Grieving
1:41:15 Secret Relationships / Family Disapproval
1:48:50 Dating A Non Christian
1:57:30 ROCD & Confusion Over The Legitimacy of My Thoughts
1:59:32 Do I have ROCD / Am I hiding From the truth
2:00:27 I Don't Feel The Feelings I Want To Feel
2:02:05 Relationship OCD & Perfectionism
2:06:40 Dance Break
2:09:48 Confusion Over ROCD & Breaking Up