Episode 547: Master your intrusive thoughts, with Angela Ficken.

Published: Aug. 1, 2017, 8 a.m.

Angela Ficken is a psychotherapist in Boston. She began her career as a senior clinical social worker at McLean Hospital and was a primary therapist for college students at Harvard University before moving into private practice. Angela\u2019s primary interests are working with young adults who have OCD, eating disorders, and anxiety-related concerns. She is also a contributor to the HuffingtonPost.com.

What you\u2019ll learn about in this episode
  • What OCD is and how it manifests itself
  • How Angela uses her online calendar to help her stay organized & tackle her daily priorities
  • The value of asking yourself the question \u201cWhat\u2019s next?
  • How Angela uses reflection as a coping strategy
  • How having a good, healthy coping strategy can help business owners thrive today
  • The importance of having a life outside of the office
  • Examples of healthy coping skills to use when you\u2019re feeling stressed
  • The best advice that Angela received from one of her mentors
  • Surrounding yourself with people who will both challenge you & have your back
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