Dear Abbey

Abbey Gustafson
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Dear Abbey

just your average 20 something yr old retired pick me girl navigating relationships, mental health, and self discovery. expect uplifting stories, lots of reflecting, and light hearted fun.

  1. Dear Abbey, lets talk random (OCD) obsessions and body image

    2 DAYS AGO

    Dear Abbey, lets talk random (OCD) obsessions and body image

    Todayyy we talk about how OCD can latch to ANYTHING including politics. During an election period my OCD spikes so I speak on this weird obession and some other random obessions I have had that aren't too sticky but do pop up from time to time. I also speak on my recent breakthrough with my body image. I have not experienced the devastation of an eating disorder or body dysmorphia, so I do not speak on this, but I do speak on ways I have flipped my perspective on common body image insecurities. We answer a listener question around navigating your career choice when you are interested in everything loll Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

    38 min
  2. Dear Abbey, it’s okay to acknowledge that you have positive traits

    OCT 29

    Dear Abbey, it’s okay to acknowledge that you have positive traits

    Todayyy we talk about when you have a lot of shame and guilt that stops you from acknowledging the positive traits you have. OCD especially can make you think you are just that, ONLY YOUR OCD and only scared etc., when you have so many positive traits!!! We also talk about my recent week with snorkeling, murder mysteries, and dubs and L’s. We answer a dear abbey question about questioning why you are the way that you are! Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

    33 min
  3. Dear Abbey, Apathy and when OCD changes themes

    OCT 24

    Dear Abbey, Apathy and when OCD changes themes

    Todayyy we talk about how to push through when you are *feeling* apathetic towards a better tomorrow and towards life in general. We talk about how devastating and sneaky OCD can be when it changes themes without you realizing it was OCD. We alsoo answer a listeners question about getting past the "small talk" phase of a friendship. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

    33 min
  4. loneliness after mentally struggling for so long

    OCT 17

    loneliness after mentally struggling for so long

    Todayyy I was feeling very freshly emo because I had an emotional rollercoaster of a day. I speak through these feelings in the moment and I speak on the feeling of loneliness when you grew up chronically misunderstood. There is a very sad pain that comes from being misunderstood and told "you shouldn't feel that way". I talk about being sensitive and why we build up this guard when we grew up with a mental illness! Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

    32 min
  5. Dear Abbey, can you feel safe in your own head again after OCD?

    OCT 10

    Dear Abbey, can you feel safe in your own head again after OCD?

    Todayyy we talk about how I found my wedding dress!!! I also speak about when you are struggling to feel safe in your own head and when you refuse to be alone in fear of facing those thoughts/feelings. I also speak on panic attacks and riding the sensation wave. We answer a dear abbey question about reflecting and moving on after a break up! Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

    40 min
  6. Dear Abbey, They know you’re not perfect so stop acting like it

    OCT 3

    Dear Abbey, They know you’re not perfect so stop acting like it

    Todayyy we talk about my depressive (Bipolar II) episode this past week and how I coped and the progress I made on managing it. I talk about loosening the grip on your identity being your mental health or illness. We then talk about saying you're sorry rather than being defensive when someone brings something up that they saw as hurtful. Sometimes we defend and try to prove we are always "good" which can lead to just hurting the person more and leaving you disconnected!! We answer a dear abbey question about when you are anxiously attached to your partner due to abandonment wounds. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

    34 min
  7. Dear Abbey, Here are some ways I helped my relationship anxiety/OCD

    SEP 26

    Dear Abbey, Here are some ways I helped my relationship anxiety/OCD

    Todayyyy we first talk about my dubs and L's for the week then we dive into the main subject RELATIONSHIP ANXIETY. I suffered with this and still do from time to time. I speak about a couple ways it showed up for me and what I learned about myself and how to reframe my mindset when it came to relationships. I talk about how irrational and exhausting OCD can be and how much it lies to you (even if it feels like a protector). I also answer a Dear Abbey question regarding how to not shame yourself after an anxiety attack. Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

    42 min
  8. Dear Abbey, Sleeping and OCD Dreams

    SEP 19

    Dear Abbey, Sleeping and OCD Dreams

    Todayy I talk about those times in your life where you are struggling with your sleep. Whether it's because of worry or OCD or anything else. I talk about when your OCD obsessions get really loud and scary in your sleep and dreams. I share some ways to help fall asleep and have less crazy OCD dreams. I also speak on how trying to get "perfect" sleep all the time can be compulsive and EXHAUSTING. I also answer a listener question about staying in contact with a new relationship after moving!! Call 909-817-1742 to leave a “Dear Abbey” voicemail or leave a text with a question or asking for advice!! Love you guys!

    36 min
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About

just your average 20 something yr old retired pick me girl navigating relationships, mental health, and self discovery. expect uplifting stories, lots of reflecting, and light hearted fun.

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  • Creator
    Abbey Gustafson
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Dear Abbey

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