Ep. 13: Let The Thoughts – How to Reframe OCD Thoughts and Quiet, Yes Quiet Them Down

In this insightful episode, we explore a fresh perspective on managing OCD and how this approach can transform your relationship with OCD by viewing intrusive thoughts as separate from you and simply "letting them be" without engaging in compulsions.

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Key Points

Introducing the "Let Them Theory" from Mel Robbins' book and its application to OCD management
Personifying OCD as a separate entity (Toi calls hers "Gloria") to create helpful distance
The parallels between this approach and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy
A practical 60-second exercise for practicing thought observation without compulsions
How this mindset shift puts you in control rather than constantly defending against intrusive thoughts

If you're struggling with OCD, try this approach, even for just 60 seconds at a time. Let the thoughts be there without engaging, and practice putting yourself back in control.

Resources:

Free Workbook to Quit OCD: https://outofocd.com/free-workbook/

Out of OCD Website: https://www.outofocd.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ToiHershman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outofocd/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toi.hershman

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toihershman/

Online support groups: https://iocdf.org/ocd-finding-help/supportgroups/