What are habits, and why are they so hard to break? In this episode, we break down what a habit is and how to overcome unwanted habits, even when it's challenging.

Listen to the podcast to learn more about how our brains work and discover how you can start reshaping your habits today!

• Link to the podcast episode about how our brains work: Ep. 27 A Story About How the Human Brain Works

Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner:

• Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org
• Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.

You might have thoughts about your child with OCD, and these daily downloads will help you figure out how to create the results you want.

Download the worksheet here.

Get curious about your thoughts, and give yourself time to get the hang of this process.

Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner:

• Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org
• Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.

If you have anxiety about the election results, you are not alone. In this episode Dr. Vicki offers some tips about moving forward in the face of the our future leadership.

Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner:

• Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org
• Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.

Have you named your OCD monster? This episode explores embracing the parts of ourselves we hide while reclaiming control over the voices that don't define us.

Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner:

• Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org
• Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.

What is Halloween like for someone with OCD? In this Free Me From OCD podcast episode, we take a closer look at Halloween—a holiday celebrated for its thrills and chills, yet one that can be particularly challenging for those dealing with OCD. We’ll dive into three key questions:

1. Why is Halloween so much fun for many?

2. Why isn’t Halloween as enjoyable for people with OCD?

3. How can someone manage OCD effectively during this spooky season?

For those interested in the psychology behind Halloween’s appeal, check out the Harvard Business Review article, The Psychology Behind Why We Love (or Hate) Horror.

Whether Halloween fills you with excitement or dread, tune in to gain insight, understanding, and strategies for navigating it with confidence.

Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner:

• Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org
• Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.

If you parent an adult child with OCD, you might think that your job is to protect your loved one from the pain associated with unmanaged OCD.

This is a suicide mission.

In this podcast episode, see the more effective way to make a positive difference when someone you love is learning to manage OCD.

Your secret weapon that will make the biggest difference for your loved one with OCD is forming a trusting relationship.

In this podcast episode you will find four tips to do that.

Listen to this podcast episode to learn more about stepping into the role of the empathic witness. My Top Tips for Helping a Loved One Manage OCD : https://www.freemefromocd.org/season-01-episode-42

Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner:

• Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org
• Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.

You may believe certain things are impossible due to OCD, whether for yourself or your child. But what if you're wrong? In today's podcast, we'll explore the possibilities beyond those limits.

Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner:

• Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org
• Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.

In this podcast, I’d like to discuss three steps to help you better connect with your emotions.

Connect with Dr. Vicki Rackner:

• Website: FreeMeFromOCD.org
• Social Media: Follow Dr. Rackner on Instagram and Facebook for more insights and resources on managing OCD.