Episode
I only have mental compulsions - Pure OCD
- Podcast
- The OCD & Anxiety Podcast
- Published
- Mar 28, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 652
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- https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/bp2ea73nm9f75225/stop_mental_compulsions5z7n8-kvz5db-Optimized.mp3
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Summary
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 "Pure O"—OCD where the compulsions are hidden as rumination and mental checking. He describes how internal compulsions trap you in cycles of doubt, urgency, and overthinking, why they feel so exhausting, and why they’re still compulsions even when nothing is visible. Robert shares his own recovery experience and practical steps to start reclaiming control: learn to spot hidden compulsions, pause the urge to solve everything, practice tolerating uncertainty, and refocus on values and meaningful action. Resources and a free discovery call are mentioned for listeners seeking 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.