Description

Pure obsessional obsessivecompulsive disorder or Pure O OCD is a subtype of OCD that is characterized by intrusive thoughts images or urges without any visible symptoms These hidden compulsions can include constant reassurance seeking obsessive regret or worry and may involve avoidance excessive preparation and thought rituals They can also cloud your judgement causing you to make decisions based on fears and compulsions instead of your values So how do you break this obsessive cycle

Grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy ACT and written by a renowned ACT and anxiety expert Pure O OCD explains the cognitive fusion underlying your obsessive thoughts and how it can lead to social anxiety not feeling good enough panics and phobias and even other disorderswhich then reinforce the fusion in an unhelpful positive feedback loop Using the five skills in this booklabeling letting go mindfulness purpose and acceptanceyoull learn how to finally break free of the struggle worrying and avoidance that keep you stuck

With practice youll find that you can counter your anxiety and obsessive thoughts with your own valuesbased narrative and learn how to better accept your thoughts and feelings so that you can proceed freely and purposefully toward a life that reflects what matters most to you