You're Not Stuck, You're Arguing to Stay That Way

You're Not Stuck, You're Arguing to Stay That Way

July 14, 2026 · 22 min

About this episode

Matt Codde discusses self-limiting beliefs that hinder recovery from OCD and anxiety.

Arguing for Your Limitations: 9 Self-Limiting Beliefs Keeping You Stuck in OCD, Anxiety & Fear If you feel like you've been "trying to heal" for years but keep landing in the same place, this episode is for you. Matt Codde, LCSW breaks down the most common ways we unconsciously build a case for why we can't change, grow, or heal, and why admitting "I was wrong" might be the most powerful phrase in your recovery. This isn't about blame. It's about awareness. Matt walks through nine self-limiting beliefs he's seen (and lived through himself) that keep people trapped in OCD, anxiety, fear loops, and chronic suffering, from blaming time and money to hiding behind personality, family, and spirituality. If you or someone you love has been stuck in the OCD or anxiety cycle and can't figure out why nothing seems to stick, this conversation will help you see what's really in the way. 🧭 What You’ll Learn in This Episode ✅ Understand why admitting "I was wrong" is one of the most healing phrases you can say to yourself ✅Learn the 9 most common self-limiting beliefs that keep people stuck in OCD and anxiety ✅See why blaming time, money, or intelligence is…

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