Anxiously Capable | Real Talk on Anxiety, OCD and Mental Health
FaktaHelseWelcome to Anxiously Capable—the mental health podcast for anxious humans, and overthinkers who struggle with anxiety, OCD and self trust. Every week, therapist Jess Eden shares tips to help you stop spiralling, feel safe again and live a life that isn't controlled by anxiety and OCD.Because your mind might be chaotic, but your life doesn’t have to be. These episodes are your weekly reminder you can have an anxious brain and still do the hard things.Around here, anxiety and OCD don’t get the final say—you do.Grab your headphones… let’s get into it.
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- Feel the Fear & Do It Anyway with Anxiety & OCD: Why Forcing It Doesn’t Work (and What Does) (00:21:52)
If you find this episode helpful, I’d love if you could rate and review the podcast. It really helps me reach more people who are struggling with anxiety and OCD and need this kind of support. You’ve probably heard the phrase “feel the fear and do it anyway.” It sounds motivating, but if you live with anxiety or OCD, it can feel impossible. In this episode of Anxiously Capable, I’m breaking down what this actually looks like in real life. It’s not about throwing yourself into the scariest thi...
- How to Stop Sleep Anxiety (and Calm Your Mind at Night) | Insomnia and Sleep Anxiety with Therapist Amy (@therapywithamy_) (00:40:25)
It starts with one bad night’s sleep (or a few), then suddenly you’re lying awake every night, dreading bedtime, checking the clock at 3 a.m, and panicking about how you’ll get through tomorrow on 2 hours of sleep. The harder you try to force yourself to sleep, the more impossible it feels. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. I’m joined by therapist Amy Townsend, a sleep anxiety specialist, to talk about the reality of sleep anxiety and why your brain won’t switch off, how insom...
- When Anxiety Targets Your Relationship: Understanding Relationship OCD / ROCD | Subtype Deep Dive (00:36:12)
Ever find yourself stuck in endless “what if” thoughts about your partner? “Do I really love them? Are we meant to be together? What if I’m making a huge mistake?" Or find yourself comparing your partner or your relationship to others even though you know that you're happy in your relationship. In this episode of Anxiously Capable, we’re diving deep into Relationship OCD (ROCD) a subtype of OCD where intrusive thoughts, doubts and compulsions focus on your relationship and compati...
- When Social Anxiety Makes You Feel Like You Don’t Belong (+ with Therapist Sophia Spencer) (00:43:59)
Social Anxiety, Bullying, and the Fear of Judgment. That's what we're covering in todays episode of the Anxiously Capable Podcast. I am joined by the lovely Sophia Spencer (@Socially_fearless), a psychotherapist and coach who specializes in working with social anxiety, inferiority, belonging and confidence. In this episode we break down: ✔️ Why early experiences of bullying, humiliation and other social traumas manifest as social anxiety. ✔️ How the fear of judgement f...
- Is ChatGPT Making Your OCD & Anxiety Worse? (+When Ai Becomes Compulsive) (00:35:40)
Is ChatGPT making your OCD and anxiety worse? This is the big question that we are going to be covering in today's episode of the Anxiously Capable Podcast. If you have OCD, you might find yourself turning to chat GPT to get reassurance or to check if a thought is 'normal' or to even ask it questions like; Did I do something horrible in this situation? At first it might seem that the AI chat bots response brings you comfort, but over time, constantly going to chat GPT when you feel sel...
- What is High-Functioning Anxiety & Do I Have It? + Burnout and the Emotional Cost of 'Looking Fine'. (00:34:05)
Anxiety isn't always visible and it doesn't always show up in the ways that we think - and if you struggle with high functioning anxiety, you might be able to get through every single day, looking like you've got it all together, but deep down you feel like you're falling apart. You feel burnt out, exhausted, and like you are barely holding on. If this sounds like you, then keep listening because in today's episode of the Anxiously Capable Podcast, we are going be talking about high ...
- What If I’m a Bad Person? OCD, Anxiety & Breaking the Thought Spiral (00:08:57)
If you’ve ever found yourself obsessively replaying conversations, overanalysing your actions, or spiralling into “What if I’m a bad person?” thoughts — this episode is for you. As a therapist, I see this struggle often in people with anxiety and OCD. In this episode, I break down: ✔️ Why OCD and anxiety make you doubt your own character ✔️ Thought-action fusion & the fear of ‘being bad’ ✔️ Why anxiety targets what you care about most ✔️ The reminder you need: your...
- What I Wish I Knew When My Anxiety Was At It’s WORST (00:38:20)
What actually helps when anxiety feels unbearable? In this episode, I’m sharing the honest truths and reminders I wish someone had told me when my anxiety was at its worst. These are the lessons I learned the hard way—like how you’re not broken (just overwhelmed), why avoidance makes anxiety worse, and how learning to rest changed everything. Whether you're in a spiral, feeling lost, or just need someone to sit beside you and say “I get it,” this episode is for you. 🔔 Follow the podcast for m...
- For When You Feel Like You Can’t Cope (But You Actually Can) (00:06:56)
Ever feel like everyone else is coping better than you? Like you’re the only one struggling, falling apart, or secretly wondering, “Why can’t I handle life like other people?” In this short, calming episode, therapist Jess Eden shares why anxiety tricks you into believing you’re incapable, and why your brain is probably forgetting all the evidence that you’ve handled more than you realise. You’ll hear: ✔️ Why anxiety highlights past “failures” ✔️ How comparison and survival...
- Why You Can’t Stop Doom-scrolling: What It’s Really Telling You About Anxiety (00:30:57)
Do you find yourself scrolling social media endlessly? Maybe you're not even fully aware its happening - until 1 hour late you're left feeling frustrated and annoyed at yourself for wasting your life. Maybe you've tried setting screentime limits but you still find yourself on an Instagram or TikTok deep dive. You’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode, therapist Jess Eden explores the link between anxiety, doomscrolling, and digital burnout. We’ll talk about...
- For When You Feel Pressure to Be Better (The Toxic Side of Self-Improvement) (00:07:39)
Do you ever feel like you have to constantly be working on yourself just to be “enough”? In this mini episode, therapist Jess Eden explores the constant pressure to do more, be more and always be improving yourself. You’ll hear a gentle reframe on the pressure to grow, why self-help can sometimes become self-harm in disguise, and why you’re allowed to stop striving and just be. Whether you’re in a healing season or just feeling tired of always having to be your “best self,” this i...
- 3 Things That Actually Help With Anxiety and OCD (From a Therapist) (00:27:24)
Feeling overwhelmed by all the anxiety and OCD advice out there? You’re not alone. In this honest episode, therapist Jess Eden shares 3 things that genuinely support long-term recovery — without adding to the noise. You’ll learn: ✔️ Why separating from intrusive thoughts is a powerful step toward recovery ✔️ How reassurance-seeking fuels the anxiety cycle (and how to stop) ✔️ Why reconnecting with your values and hobbies matters more than you think This episode is grounded, ...
- For When You’re Comparing Yourself to Everyone Else (And Feeling Behind) (00:06:33)
When you’re stuck in comparison, it’s easy to feel like everyone else is doing better than you, especially on social media. In this short, calming episode, therapist Jess Eden shares a gentle reminder that what you’re seeing is never the full story of someone else's life. If you’ve been spiralling, overthinking, or feeling behind in life, this episode is your pause. We’ll explore: ✔️ Why comparison is so common (and not a flaw) ✔️ How social media warps our view of other people’s ...
- How to Stop Feeling Like a Fraud: Imposter Syndrome, Self-Worth & Healing with Harriet Curry (00:58:26)
Imposter syndrome, anxiety, and self-doubt — if you’ve ever felt like a fraud, like you don’t deserve your success, or like you’re waiting to be “found out,” this episode is for you. Jess is joined by therapist Harriet Curry for a real and validating conversation about how imposter syndrome shows up, why it’s so convincing, and how to start building your self-worth and self-belief. We talk about: ✔️ Why he popular advice “fake it till you make it” might be keeping you stuck ...
- When you feel guilty for resting (+letting go of guilt & productivity pressure) (00:03:29)
Feeling guilty for resting is one of the most common struggles when you live with anxiety, OCD, or low self-worth. In this short, soothing episode, therapist Jess Eden shares a gentle reframe on why you don’t need to earn your rest — and how to let go of the internal pressure to always be doing more. You’ll hear validation for emotional exhaustion, support for slowing down, and a calm reminder that rest isn’t a reward for productivity — it’s part of being human. 🎧 Follow Anxiously Capable for...
- The Truth About OCD Recovery (From An Anxiety & OCD Therapist) (00:17:35)
What does OCD recovery actually look like? In this episode, I’m sharing the honest truths that often get left out of OCD recovery conversations. We’ll talk about taking an active role in therapy, why it doesn’t always feel good, the pressure to recover fast, and how to stop waiting to feel “ready.” If you're navigating intrusive thoughts or mental compulsions, this is your reminder that you're not doing it wrong—you’re doing the hard work. Lets Connect! Follow me on Instagram Follow the ...
- Why Anxiety Makes You Question Everything (And What to Do Instead) | Self Doubt, Rumination & Anxious Thoughts (00:07:54)
Anxiety doesn’t just make you feel uncomfortable — it makes you question everything. In this short, calming episode, we explore the exhausting cycle of overthinking, mental checking, and self-doubt that anxiety creates — and why trying to answer every single anxious question only keeps you stuck. PS. Get the Break Free From Rumination Guide here. You’ll hear: ✔️ Why anxiety feels like it demands answers ✔️ Why reassurance and certainty don’t actually help long term &nb...
- Making Friends as an Anxious Girlie: Coping With Rejection, Awkwardness, Loneliness & Overthinking (00:29:51)
Making friends as an adult is hard enough — and when you add anxiety into the mix? It can feel near impossible. In this honest episode, we unpack the reality of trying to connect with others when you're dealing with overthinking, self-doubt, fear of rejection, and the awkwardness of putting yourself out there. Whether you’re feeling lonely, struggling to meet like-minded people, or wondering if you're the only one who finds socialising this difficult — this one's for you. We talk about...
- For When Mental Compulsions (Rumination, Checking, Reviewing Memories) Are Exhausting (And You Just Need Relief) (00:04:39)
Mental compulsions are invisible, but the exhaustion they cause is very real. In this short and supportive episode, I’m speaking to the moments when your brain won’t switch off — when the looping, scanning, checking, ruminating and mental rehearsals feel like they’ve taken over. You’ll hear: ✔️ Why mental compulsions are so exhausting ✔️ How OCD links certainty with safety ✔️ A gentle reframe to help you step out of mental checking ✔️ How to start reducing mental comp...
- How to Stop Health Anxiety Spirals (And Trust Your Body Again) (00:25:12)
When health anxiety takes over, it feels impossible to trust your body — or your thoughts. In this episode, we’re talking about why health anxiety spirals happen, how it tricks you into worst-case thinking, and gentle ways to start breaking the cycle. Whether you’re stuck in Googling symptoms, checking your body, or feeling constant worry about your health — you’re not alone, and you’re not broken. You’ll learn: ✔️ Why health anxiety feels so convincing ✔️ How reassurance-seeking...
- For When Intrusive Thoughts Feel So Real (And What to Do About It) (00:03:57)
Do your intrusive thoughts ever feel too real? This short, calming episode is here for the moments when anxiety and OCD make your thoughts feel overwhelming, scary, and deeply personal — even though they’re not. I’ll gently walk you through why intrusive thoughts latch onto the things you care about most, why they don’t mean anything about who you are, and how OCD tricks you into believing they do. You’ll hear: ✔️ Why OCD targets your values and identity ✔️ Why thoughts can feel...
- You are NOT a Self Improvement Project: Letting Go of the Pressure to Always Be Healing (00:20:23)
Feeling like you’re never doing enough in your life & healing journey? Always seeing content on 'how to change your life' and feeling like you're doing life wrong. Like you’re somehow behind or failing if you're still struggling with anxiety, overthinking, self worth, attachment wounds or OCD — especially when social media makes it look like everyone else has it all figured out? In this calming episode, I talk about the quiet pressure to always be “healing” or “improving,” and why you don...
- For When You Feel Anxious and 'Behind in Life' (00:04:13)
Listen to this episode when you feel anxious about being 'behind in life'. Whether you're in your 20's, 30's or 40's, comparison can leave you feeling behind and like you're not 'keeping up' with others. Did you enjoy this short episode? Listen to the full episode - Episode 8 - Feeling behind in life. 🔔 Follow the podcast for weekly episodes on anxiety, OCD, and self-trust—plus mini “For When” episodes for the tough moments. Lets Connect! Follow me on Instagram Follow the ...
- Why Anxiety Makes the Past Feel Like It’s Happening Now (00:26:20)
Why does the past feel like it’s still happening—especially when you’re anxious? In this episode, we’re talking about that all-too-familiar feeling of being emotionally pulled back into a past situation, even when you know you're safe. Whether it’s a memory, a mistake, or something that still carries emotional weight—anxiety can make it feel like you’re right back there. We’ll explore: ✔️ Why your brain replays past moments like they’re happening now ✔️ How emotional memory and s...
- For When Everything Feels Overwhelming (00:05:19)
What actually helps when your brain won’t slow down and everything feels like too much? In this short, calming episode, I’m here to support you through the overwhelm—whether it's from anxiety, stress, burnout, constant overthinking, or just life feeling heavier than usual - and bring you back to the present moment. In this episode you'll find: ✔️ Gentle reminders for when your brain feels overloaded ✔️ Practical guided support to ground yourself, and take one step at a time ...