{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/680ba1c856dd1f1d17e4d5fb/69edbfa0289eeb2c7b021ab1?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Yoga With Snakes, Things I Didn’t Realize Were OCD, and Book Recommendations From a Ghost","description":"<p>In this episode of&nbsp;<em>Drinking Tea with Monsters</em>, we dive into chaos with&nbsp;<strong>snake yoga, </strong>because apparently stretching is better when there are snakes involved… but is it actually relaxing? Of course, us being us, we take a few detours into the world of Australian soaps (Neighbors and Home and Away anyone?) and The OC, and the Jungle Book. It all makes sense when you listen, I promise! </p><p><br></p><p>From there, we explore the subtle, often overlooked ways&nbsp;<strong>OCD</strong>&nbsp;can show up. The thoughts that slowly evolve so you don't realize they are OCD. What might feel like overthinking, could be something more. From repeating thoughts, feeling just right, to indecision, we talk about how to recognize the thoughts, and the recognizing the differences between regular overthinking and OCD..</p><p><br></p><p>We wrap things up with a chilling encounter with a&nbsp;<strong>ghost in a library</strong>, complete with eerie vibes and unexpected book recommendations.</p><p><br></p><p>If you love&nbsp;<strong>weird wellness trends, mental health discussions, and spooky stories</strong>, this episode blends humor, curiosity, and the supernatural in true&nbsp;<em>Drinking Tea with Monsters</em>&nbsp;fashion.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>I'm Obsessed...</strong></p><p>Neighbors&nbsp;</p><p>Home and Away</p><p>The OC</p><p>The Jungle Book</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Book List</strong></p><p>Anxious People <em>by Fredrik Backman</em></p><p>A man called Ove <em>by Fredrik Backman</em></p><p>Beartown <em>by Fredrik Backman</em></p><p>My Friends <em>by Fredrik Backman</em></p><p>A Woman is No Man by Etaf Rum</p><p><br></p><p><strong>OCD</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://iocdf.org/providers/fasan-elena/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">IOCDF</a></p><p><br></p><p>Looking for another cozy listen?</p><p>🎧 Check out Leela's other podcast, <a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-dating-till-youre-married/id1779699408\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">No Dating Till You're Married, an audiobook podcast</a>. Gilmore Girls meets Crazy Rich Asians.</p><p><br></p><p>Contact Us</p><p>📱 IG: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/drinkingteawithmonsters/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@drinkingteawithmonsters </a></p><p>📧 EMAIL: <a href=\"mailto:drinkingteamwithmosters@gmail.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">drinkingteamwithmosters@gmail.com</a></p>","author_name":"Leela Dua"}