For When Intrusive Thoughts Feel So Real (And What to Do About It)

Do your intrusive thoughts ever feel too real? This short, calming episode is here for the moments when anxiety and OCD make your thoughts feel overwhelming, scary, and deeply personal — even though they’re not. I’ll gently walk you through why intrusive thoughts latch onto the things you care about most, why they don’t mean anything about who you are, and how OCD tricks you into believing they do. You’ll hear: ✔️ Why OCD targets your values and identity ✔️ Why thoughts can feel...

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Welcome to Anxiously Capable, the mental health podcast for women who are tired of feeling overwhelmed—and ready to feel more grounded, understood, and capable.I’m Jess Eden (@therapywithjesseden), a UK-based therapist specializing in anxiety, OCD, and intrusive thoughts. Each Monday, we dive into honest conversations around mental health, healing, and how to cope when life feels like too much.Expect therapy-based tools, real talk, personal stories, and calming support to help you:💕Trust yourself again💕 Stop spiraling💕 Navigate your 20s and 30s with anxiety and self-compassion