What I Wish I Knew About OCD & Anxiety Before My Recovery Journey

What I Wish I Knew About OCD & Anxiety Before My Recovery Journey

If you’re struggling with OCD & anxiety, you’re not alone. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, shares the key insights he wishes he had known when starting his recovery journey—insights that could have saved years of struggle.

🔎 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why OCD & anxiety aren’t just about intrusive thoughts
✔️ The loop that keeps you stuck—and how to break it
✔️ Why trying to eliminate thoughts and feelings doesn’t work
✔️ The power of responsibility and ownership in recovery
✔️ How to shift your mindset for real, lasting progress

If you're ready to move past OCD & anxiety, stop struggling with the wrong solutions, and start making real progress, this episode is for you!

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00:00 Understanding the Onset of OCD and Anxiety
01:55 Identifying and Breaking the OCD Loop
04:01 The Importance of Problem Recontextualization
05:53 Taking Ownership: Strategies for Recovery