How Sensorimotor OCD Nearly Ruined My Life (& How I Fought Back)

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode, Robert James shares his personal journey of living with and overcoming Sensorimotor OCD—how it nearly destroyed his life, the years he spent isolated and confused, and how discovering a path to recovery inspired him to create a 12-week program and a mission to help others. He discusses techniques like intentional exposure, refocusing attention, and the importance of support. Visit robertjamescoaching.com for a free discovery call and more resources 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains the 'OCD gap'—the tendency to fixate on what’s missing—and contrasts it with the 'gain', the progress you’ve already made. He shows how shifting attention from perfectionism to past achievements helps reduce obsessions and compulsions. This idea of “the gap” and “the gain” was first introduced by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy in their book The Gap and the Gain. I’ll be applying it here specifically to OCD recovery and showing how you can use it in your own life. Practical tips include a daily habit of noting three things you did well and using that momentum to keep moving forward. Robert also mentions a 12-week coaching program and a free discovery call for those 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Robert James explains how “what-if” questions drive obsessive-compulsive thinking, why uncertainty is the engine of OCD, and simple strategies to resist compulsions and allow a little uncertainty. He draws on personal experience and offers practical steps to refocus on values, plus details about a free discovery call and a 12-week program at robertjamescoaching.co 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Coach Robert James explores how manual breathing, swallowing and blinking can become compulsions in Sensorimotor OCD and why the body already knows how to do these functions naturally. He explains the role of uncertainty, offers practical guidance on letting go by bringing attention to the present and focusing on personal values, and mentions a 12-week program and free discovery call for further 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.      

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join Robert James for a short guided meditation designed to help you face fear with compassion. This practice gently leads you to notice and allow anxious thoughts and sensations without needing to escape, inviting warmth and kindness into the experience. Use this visualization to build choice and resilience so you can respond to fear with care, not avoidance. 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com OCD often convinces you to wait for the “right” moment, but waiting only keeps you stuck. This episode explains why starting today — even with small, manageable steps — builds momentum and changes your relationship with anxiety. If you’re struggling, the host offers a free discovery call and a structured 12-week program to help you begin recovery and take practical action 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.  

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Host Robert James shares his personal experience with sensorimotor OCD—feeling isolated, misunderstood, and judged—and explains why many sufferers stay silent. He introduces his 12-week program that combines community group coaching, ACT, exposure work, videos, worksheets, and meditations rooted in his lived experience and professional coaching. Visit robertjamescoaching.com for a free discovery call 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Robert James leads a short, compassionate sleep meditation designed for people with OCD, focusing on gentle breathing, body awareness, and accepting intrusive thoughts without judgment. Use imagery of white light, floating leaves, and progressive relaxation to soften tension, release the demand for sleep, and allow your mind and body to rest 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Robert James explains how most OCD compulsions are really reassurance seeking driven by intolerance of uncertainty and difficult emotions. He uses the crossroads metaphor to show why short-term reassurance keeps you stuck and why allowing discomfort leads to lasting recovery. The episode covers practical tools—acceptance, exposure, and values-based action—and mentions a 12-week coaching option and a free discovery call for listeners 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.    

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com In this episode Robert James explains why trying to find the "right" way to blink, swallow or breathe only feeds sensory motor OCD and never brings lasting relief. He describes how these searches for certainty are actually compulsions and why they create endless rumination. Robert offers an alternative: allow your body to do natural actions naturally, come back to the present moment, and practice letting go of the need to control sensations. He also mentions a structured 12-week program and a free discovery call available at robertjamescoaching.com for those who want 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.