Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD

Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD

Are you tired of overthinking every relationship? Do you worry your partner will leave? Feel anxious about love? You’re not broken. You’re not too much. And you’re definitely not alone. This show is for smart women who are tired of relationship anxiety. Women who want to stop the constant worry and finally feel secure in love. You’ll learn how to: ➡️ Stop overthinking everything your partner says ➡️ Break free from toxic relationship patterns ➡️ Feel confident in love without needing constant reassurance ➡️ Trust yourself to make good relationship choices ➡️ Heal from past relationship trauma ➡️ Build the secure, loving relationship you deserve Whether you’re single and scared to date, in a relationship but always worried, or stuck in toxic patterns - this podcast will help you find peace. I’m Erin Davis, a licensed therapist who helps high-achieving women overcome relationship OCD, intrusive thoughts, and dating anxiety. I’ve helped hundreds of women go from anxious and overthinking to confident and secure in love. Stop letting fear control your love life. You deserve to feel safe, loved, and secure. New episodes every week with real tools that actually work. Ready to quiet your mind and strengthen your relationships? Start listening now. Chat with Erin On Demand to ask your burning relationship questions today at https://bit.ly/erin-ai

Episodes

January 6, 2026 3 mins

Do you ever feel like you have to do certain things in a specific way or something terrible will happen? Like if you don't stop the microwave before it beeps, your family will get hurt? That's called magical thinking—and if you experience it, you're not crazy. You're dealing with a very real form of OCD. 💜

In this episode, I break down what magical thinking OCD is, how it shows up in everyday life, and why it feels so powerful eve...

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Do you feel like you're fighting an invisible battle while the people who love you tell you to "just stop" or "get over it"? In this powerful episode, I read anonymous Facebook posts from people whose families don't understand their struggles—and I want you to know: your struggle is valid, even when others can't see it. 💜

If you've ever felt alone because your loved ones dismiss your fears or tell you you're "playing games," this ...

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Have you been fighting intrusive thoughts for so long that you feel exhausted, isolated, and like you don't belong here anymore? In this deeply emotional episode, I read anonymous Facebook posts from people struggling with debilitating OCD—and I want you to know: you belong in this world, even when it doesn't feel like it. 💜

If you've ever felt like giving up because the intrusive thoughts won't stop, this episode is for you.

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    Have you ever been so scared of something happening that you avoid normal activities like eating an apple or brushing your teeth? In this powerful episode, I share real stories from people whose intrusive thoughts have turned everyday tasks into absolute mental warfare—and reveal why your brain does this and how to break free! 💜

    If you've ever felt trapped by fears that seem ridiculous but feel SO real, or if you find yourself doi...

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    What if I told you that feeling responsible for everyone's safety, happiness, and wellbeing isn't about being a good person—it's actually a form of mental torture? In this raw episode, I share real stories from people trapped in responsibility OCD, including a woman who hasn't taken out the trash in 8 YEARS because of garbage truck fears. 💔

    If you've ever forced a family member to shower after being near something "contaminated," ...

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    Ever feel like you have two voices arguing in your head—one that feels like you and one that's something else? In this powerful episode, I break down exactly what's happening when intrusive thoughts take over and why they feel so real, so disturbing, and so much like YOU. 💜

    If you've ever thought horrible things that made you question who you are, this episode will help you understand that you're not evil—you're just experiencing ...

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    Had the honor of being a guest on the Pete vs Anxiety Podcast, and I'm thrilled to share this powerful conversation with you! Host Pete and I dive deep into the unique ways OCD shows up for high-achieving women—and why traditional anxiety advice often misses the mark. 💜

    If you've ever been told "it's just stress" when you know it's something more, or if you've struggled for years without getting real help for your intrusive though...

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    What if the therapist you're seeing has walked the exact same path you're on right now? In this deeply personal and powerful episode, I sit down with Kristin Louise Duncombe—therapist, author, and OCD survivor—who shares her raw journey from childhood tics and emetophobia to becoming the healer she desperately needed as a child. 💜

    If you've ever wondered "Will this OCD ever go away?" or felt alone in your struggles with intrusive ...

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    When was the last time you sat still without your phone, without a to-do list, without feeling guilty? If you're a perfectionist woman, the answer is probably "I can't remember." In this eye-opening video, I reveal why your brain is literally wired to resist rest—and how to rewire it for peace! 💜

    If you find yourself constantly busy, feeling guilty when you're not productive, or unable to relax without anxiety creeping in, this vi...

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    Are you a high-achieving woman who gets angry at yourself when things aren't perfect? Do you find yourself in fight-or-flight mode when your standards aren't met, then feel guilty about your anger? You're not broken—you're just stuck in a perfectionism cycle that's hijacking your nervous system! 💜

    In this powerful episode, I share a real client session that reveals why perfectionist women struggle with anger and introduce the game...

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    Are you a high-achieving woman who finally accomplishes something amazing, only to immediately think "it wasn't good enough"? Do you find yourself constantly moving the goalpost instead of celebrating your wins? In this milestone 100th episode, I dive deep into the perfectionism trap that's stealing your joy and keeping you exhausted! 💜

    If you're tired of feeling like nothing you do is ever enough—especially as a military wife jug...

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    Do you lie awake at night replaying every interaction with other military spouses? Wondering if you said the wrong thing at the FRG meeting or if your house wasn't clean enough when the first sargent's wife stopped by?

     

    Military life creates the perfect storm for perfectionism, from constant evaluations to managing everything alone during deployments. If you're tired of feeling like you're never doing enough, this episode will hel...

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    Are you exhausted from trying to be the "perfect" military spouse? In this heartfelt episode, I share my own journey as a former military wife and reveal the hidden toll that perfectionism takes on your mental health, relationships, and happiness during military life. 💜

     

    Military life comes with enough pressure without adding impossible standards for yourself. Learn how to recognize when it's time to ease up and discover practica...

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    Military life is challenging enough without OCD stealing your peace! In this special episode, I pull back the curtain on my exclusive OCD Intensives program—designed specifically for military families who need results FAST before the next PCS or deployment disrupts your progress.

     

    Did you know studies show that intensive OCD treatment produces faster, more lasting results than weekly therapy? If you're tired of feeling like a pris...

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    Deployments are hard enough without your own brain making them harder! In this powerful episode, I reveal the exact strategies that helped me survive my husband's Afghanistan deployment while pregnant—and how you can find peace even when everything feels uncertain.

    Did you know research shows that the more frequently you check for communication during deployment, the MORE anxious you become? I'll show you how to break this cycle ...

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    Ever wonder if your military life worries are normal or something more? In this eye-opening episode, I reveal the hidden signs that separate typical military spouse concerns from OCD—and why knowing the difference could save your mental health AND your relationships!

    If you've ever found yourself checking your phone obsessively during deployments, making endless PCS lists, or lying awake worrying about base security, this episode w...

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    What if being “strong enough” is actually holding you back?

     

    Bossing Up: Overcoming OCD host, Erin Davis — therapist, former army wife, and mom of three — pulls back the curtain on the hidden pressures military spouses face. From the constant relocations to the silent expectation to “hold it all together,” she unpacks how OCD sneaks into these struggles and why chasing perfection leaves so many women burnt out and battling depress...

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    Are you a military wife drowning in obsessive thoughts that feel impossible to control? You're not alone - and more importantly, you're not broken.

    In this breakthrough episode, I reveal why military life creates the PERFECT storm for OCD to take over your mind. From constant uncertainty to hypervigilance to isolation, I'll show you the hidden triggers that are sabotaging your peace of mind.

    You'll discover:

    • Why traditional OC...
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    Struggling with OCD while trying to build your dream business or career? You're about to discover how technology can become your greatest ally instead of another source of overwhelm.

     

    In this eye-opening conversation with my business coach Caroline, I reveal the exact tech tools and systems that transformed my mental health practice - and my OCD recovery.

     

    You'll discover:

    ➡️ The #1 mistake that keeps OCD entrepreneurs stuck in e...

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    Shanenn opens up about her personal journey through relationship OCD, sharing vulnerable insights from a chaotic upbringing to a transformative moment in therapy. Her story tackles the heart of jealousy, insecurity, and the struggle to break free from self-blame.

     

    Here’s what you can expect:

    – Shannen's early experiences growing up in a chaotic environment and how it shaped her relationship with trust and intimacy.

    – The evolution...

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