Dear Abbey

Hi! Welcome back to my podcast! Today I talk about why feeling depressed and anxious about the uncertainties of life can strip away from your childlike wonder of the beauty of life. I talk about the struggle I have to get this back and surrender to the unknown. We take a dear abbey call (with my new blue phone ;) and talk about how to navigate your 20's and dealing with unsolicited advice from EVE...

welcome back! feeling emo/sad at the beginning but stick with me hahaha I talk about doing things that you value even when you don't feel like it (like recording the podcast he he). I talk about making space for all emotions "good"/"bad" and the ugly. I also go into "toxic" positivity a little, also known as people shaming you for having not "fun" or easy to be around emotions haha I also got to a...

Today we dive into why its so hard to let yourself be happy or be held in positive emotions during a mental illness such as OCD or after a shocking life event. We also dive into flirting internationally and how to end things via insta if needed hahaha This episode is sponsored by NOCD, visit treatmyocd.com today to set up an apt with a therapist or advocate and start your recovery journey!! Also,...

Today we talk about my floating ribs lol, we talk about imposter syndrome on a small and a bigger scale and some practices to feel more empowered and free from worrying about peoples judgement. I also tried to keep things light/fun with sharing my favorite girl dinners and random notes on my phone Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voice...

Today we talk about some tough stuff around self harm (trigger warning) and recovery from mental illness. We also talk about break ups and ways to help process/heal. I also tried to keep things light/fun with sharing my favorite girl dinners and random notes on my phone Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice...

Today we talk about not taking yourself so seriously, valuing honesty over perfection, and all about sibling fights and how to mend!! Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it hopefully in the next episode!

Abbey talks about her old resolutions and which ones came true in 2023, her recent holiday surprises, and her new lifestyle this year!! Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it hopefully in the next episode!

Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it hopefully in the next episode!

Today Abbey talks about how she deals with the stress of family events and the holidays while managing her anxiety/OCD. Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it hopefully in the next episode!

Today Abbey talks about not feeling confident in photos right now, her recent hair cut, all about how to help with chronic shame, and answers a listeners question about long distance relationships!!

Today Abbey talks about her fear of bears and the woods, she goes into why being bored helps her recovery from OCD as well as not toning down her love for the silly things she likes, and she answers a listeners question!!

Today I am joined by my boyfriend Keaton!! We talk about how we met and our messy beginnings lol, we talk about what we've learned about how to stay connected through struggles and we answer a question about how to stop caring what an ex thinks!

Today I talk about my thanksgiving break and feeling like a teenager again, I go into the internets love language of rage baiting and why I fall for it, how to not be baited, and I answer a listeners question about how to not let OCD get in the way of your passions! Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on s...

Today I talk about feeling lost in your twenties, being rejected for jobs and what that does to your confidence, how to be thankful this thanksgiving, and answer a listeners questions on how to control your anger Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answ...

Today I talk about childhoods, inner child work, dancing with the stars, along with other life updates, and I have a frenemy segment with my old man!! Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it hopefully in the next episode! Resources: NOCD IOCDF Abb...

Today I talk about why avoidance only makes things worse, why I hated Utah lol, answer a question about whether or not someone should go back to an ex, and I talk about all my favorite movies for fall Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it hopefu...

Today I talk about my recent anxiety attack and why it actually helped me, why I try to stop intellectualizing my emotions, pity, and messy situation ships. Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it hopefully in the next episode! Resources: NOCD IOC...

Today I talk about interviewing for jobs, how every time I feel heavy and sad... I am PMS(ing) :')) But most importantly, I remind you to LET YOURSELF BE HAPPY!! I also answer a dear abbey, about how to handle compulsive confessing with OCD (Not a professional) Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on someth...

Today I talk about what OCD is (I am not a professional), since it is OCD awareness week! I express frustrations on stigmas and misconceptions such as when people assume I am so organized and clean, as well as my experienced advice when struggling to seek help or stay motivated to recover!! I also answer a dear abbey question about whether or not to go back to a complicated ex! Also, don’t be shy…...

Today I talk about my current therapy situation, what daily reminders might help, and how to help a partner who is depressed! Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it hopefully in the next episode! Instagram: dearabbey__ Abbey’s Discord group for A...

Today I talk about my OCD relapse and how I manage hormones while recovering. I talk about why we need to bring some cringe back, the hard parts of being misunderstood, and my mom is my frenemy for the day!! Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it...

Today I talk about when my boyfriend saved a drowning girl at the beach (he's not a lifeguard), things to do to start trusting people again, why trust builds relationships and the power of an open heart. Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it hop...

Today I talk about living the mundane life but making it meaningful, remind you all to stop trying to FIX IT ALL, how to keep a close knit family and a special phone a frenemy with my sister! Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it and answer it hopefully in th...

Today I talk about why I have a a pep in my step because of the new show "One Piece" on Netflix, how to take your power back and take control of your life, and we also get to hear the latest dear abbey voicemail which was one for books. Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then...

Today I talk about being stuck in your head and how I work my way out of it, some ideas when your introverted ways have gone too far, and I call another "frenemy" to seek advice and have them rapid answer some questions! Also, don’t be shy…call 909-817-1742 to leave a Dear Abbey voicemail aka.. you call and leave a voicemail asking for some advice on something silly or serious then I will play it...