Dear Abbey

Todayy we dive into lots of life updates. One is about why I want to expand past just ERP therapy for my OCD. Another is about a shocking exchange with my boyfriend. We dive into getting to know yourself more and ways I have learned to do this that have helped me along with how to show yourself you are important. We also talk about Depersonalization and Derealization and how I lived with this for...

Todayy we dive into all things relationship OCD and anxiety! I talk about why this theme was one of the hardest themes I had and how it effected my relationship with my boyfriend! I talk about my specific symptoms and the endless loops I would run through in my head! We also go into how I manage it today and how I got significantly better. We also answer a Dear Abbey question about what to do when...

Todayyyy I have on a very special guest...my little brother! He almost has the same brain as me, not only bc we have the same humor but he also has been diagnosed with OCD so we talk all about his experience with it! I ask him about his obsession’s and fears, his favorite therapy tools, his least favorite pieces of advice he’s gotten, when OCD popped up, and much more!! Call 909-817-1742 to leave...

Today we talk about ex's, beach accidents, emotional baggage in new relationships, and how to deal with the dread you get when working a job you don't like. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Todayy on the podcast we talk about pushing your comfort zone (which for me is watching TV to fall asleep sometimes) lol and the freedom you feel from moving through the discomfort!! Why that has been so crucial for me with my OCD Journey. We also talk about being stubborn and not accepting help or admitting you're wrong! Then I answer a listener's question about a mean friend and what to do. Call...

Todayyyy we talk about how art can help in recovery and express and process emotions that don’t really make sense or emotions that do make sense and just need to be expressed!! I talk about why accepting and facing the realitites of life have really helped me feel more sure about how I live my life and how it can help you feel more satisfied with your efforts in everyday life! I also answer a list...

Todayyyy we talk about burn out. I am a fan of the “grind” but sometimes burn out can make you hit a bump in the road and rethink how to approach the grind. I talk about the financial strain from my divorce and how that motivated me to make a better life for myself. but maybe took on too much? I answer a dear abbey listener submission about how to pick a good therapist! Call 909-817-1742 to leave...

Todayyy we talk about the power of keeping things to yourself!! Not everything needs to be shared with someone (or everyone). Why its empowering to keep some wins to yourself to build confidence! I also answer a listeners voicemail about how to deal with a clean breakup where you both came to the conclusion this wasn't it. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a...

I talk about some of the stigmas I see around mental illness. We discuss how amazing social media can be but also how harmful it can be to those who are really suffering. How tiktok creators classify “intrusive thoughts” vs what intrusive thoughts actually can be. We dive into how hurtful it can be when people don’t trust your experience and how invalidation can result in you not trusting yourself...

let’s get ready for summer!!! But not the normal kind of “getting ready”, but the mentally preparing yourself to enjoy this summer despite your physical “imperfections” kind of ready! we talk about the most common insecurities and how to support yourself this summer! I also talk about corporate jobs and the behind the scenes of a “girl boss”! Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or...

Todayyy we first talk about adapting to new meds and insomnia lolll I'm feelin loopy. We go into how to ground yourself when you're stuck in your head and I pull out some old meditation tricks from my yoga teacher days!! Then I answer a listener question about supporting your partner when your life circumstance is not your partners ideal situation!! Hope you enjoy!! Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “D...

Todayy we talk about my claim to fame and how my dance classes have taken a spiral… We also talk about my wonderful but very triggering beach day by myself and how I dealt with ALOT of existential dread/OCD while laying under a beautiful blue sky. lastly I answer a listener question about some tips to tame frizz and have healthy hair!!! Hope you enjoy!! Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” vo...

Today I talk about flight anxiety!! I AM NOT A MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, PLEASE SEEK HELP FROM PROFESSIONAL. ALL CONTENT IS FROM PERSONAL EXPEREINCE. I go into my specific symptoms as well as some more broad symptoms! I share a lot of details about my experience with flight OCD & Anxiety. I share what helps me cope and manage so I can actually tolerate and even enjoy flights!! You can always...

Today I talk about feeling scared of never "getting it right" with OCD recovery. Dealing with feelings of confusion and depression when coming out of the OCD haze. Prepping for summer AND crazy family zoom calls. Lastly, we discuss the question "how are you feeling?" when you are asking a friend who is struggling with mental illness and maybe some better options to help them!! Don’t be shy... Call...

I talk about seeing actual progress with my separation anxiety from my boyfriend Not waiting for rock bottom to change We talk about my unfollowing sprees I answer a Dear Abbey about how to help a friend in an actual “toxic relationship Don’t be shy... Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!!

Hi everyone, today we jump into a common feeling which is loneliness!! I discuss why its OKAY to feel lonely sometimes because it reaffirms that life is better with people we love! I also talk about my sister having her baby and the love a younger sister has for her older sister. I talk about how to help yourself be more reliable if you are a "forgetful" person. Last but not least I go into best w...

Today is a continuation of last weeks episode! I express why I am very aware now to not make everything about me or why I even try to not relate to people who are going through something very hard! I also talk about how much closer I got to my family during the hard times and how much it means when people are with you through the good and the bad! I also answer a listener question on how to deal w...

Today I talk about the top two things I learned from my divorce How to forgive and what that process looks like How to refrain from gossip and be more supportive of others during hard times I also talk about my dog that I gave up and why I did so, and a bit about dungeons and dragons hehe Don’t be shy... Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking...

This episode is sponsored by NOCD, go to treatmyocd.com today to start on your OCD recovery journey! Love you guys!! 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!

Hi! Welcome back to Dear Abbey!! Today I talk about: Feeling like I have nothing to offer lol sadness vs depression (my experience) when you get so depressed and you CANT CRY ANYMORE I also answer a dear abbey question about whether or not to leave an old group chat haha This episode is sponsored by NOCD, go to treatmyocd.com today to start on your OCD recovery journey! Love you guys!! Also, don’t...

Hi! Welcome back to Dear Abbey!! Today I talk about: trying to leave expectations at the door my GEN Z relationship with social media and growing up with facebook and twitter my opinion on how social media is not replacement for social connection I also answer a dear abbey about falling back into OCD's trap This episode is sponsored by NOCD, go to treatmyocd.com today to start on your OCD recovery...

Hi! Welcome back to Dear Abbey!! Today I talk about: I just started taking dance classes to help with my self esteem and OCD lol I open up about my OCD relapses and starting over on something important to you or just with mistakes we make on a daily basis. I also speak on what you can do to support a friend who's in a relationship/marriage that is draining or unhealthy. This episode is sponsored b...

Hi! Welcome back to Dear Abbey!! Today I talk about: Unconditional acceptance and why I had a hard time with this at first. The difference between acceptance and agreement How this changed my life for the better Admitting your wrong to relieve the burden of perfectionism aaaand I share how I got my OCD diagnoses. This episode is sponsored by NOCD, go to treatmyocd.com today to start on your OCD re...

Hi! Welcome back, thanks for listening. Today I talk about not feeling like myself and ways I mess up my OCD recovery, but also I go over some things I am restarting to get back on track. I alsoo talk about Physical Touch and how healing touch can be in both a romantic and non-romantic way (hugs, pat on the shoulder, etc.. hahah THEN I answer a dear abbey about what to do when your friend is basic...

Hi! Welcome back to my podcast! Today I have back on my boyfriend. We talk about his recent filmmaking dreams and where he is going with it, as well as how to take educated risks moving towards your dreams! We also talk about how our relationship is always growing and changing, it has not been an easy road after my divorce but that's OK!! We play a quick game and answer a dear abbey question about...