The Emetophobia-Free blog
Everything we know about the fear of being sick
215 articles from the team and from people who have come out the other side — how the phobia works, what keeps it going, and what actually shifts it.
Emetophobia Has No Gender: Kane's Journey to Emetophobia-Free
Hello! Research suggests most emetophobia sufferers are female. Kane’s story proves it can affect anyone.
I Shaved My Head and Survived on 500 Calories Because of Emetophobia: But it Didn't Win!
Hello! Ten different mental health diagnoses. None of them right. Melina was surviving on barely any food, avoiding all social situations, and at one point – driven by fear -…
Why Chronic Illness Won’t Stop You from Overcoming Emetophobia
Hello! “My medical condition will stop me from overcoming emetophobia.” We hear this concern constantly from people with IBS, Crohn’s disease, POTS, Celiac disease, and other…
Why Thriving Parents Are Key to Helping Kids Beat Emetophobia
Hello! Chloe was doing everything “right” to support her 11-year-old daughter Ava through Emetophobia recovery. 100% committed. Maximum effort.
I Could Handle Blood and Violence—But Not Vomit: An Ex-Police Officer’s Emetophobia Journey
She could handle traumatic crime scenes, dangerous situations, and everything that comes with being a police officer. But if sickness was involved? She crumbled.
Too Afraid to Eat: Why Emetophobia Didn't Take Our Granddaughter From Us
Hello! At 11 years old, she went from a happy child with lots of friends to someone who couldn’t eat, couldn’t go to school, and eventually couldn’t even walk.
Your Imagination is your Secret Superpower!
Hello! You already have one of the most powerful tools for overcoming emetophobia. Your imagination.
How Taking the Spiritual Path Led Me to Depression, Anxiety, and Six Months of Living Like a Recluse
We have to go back to December 2018, when I bought my first deck of tarot cards. I actually have no idea why I felt drawn to it in the first place.
How Do You Know When You're Over Emetophobia?
It seems like an obvious question, but the unhelpful thinking styles and limiting beliefs shared by emetophobes often create doubt and uncertainty when it comes to knowing if…
How to build Coping Skills & overcome Learned Helplessness in Emetophobia
Hello! We have a brand new support video focused on building coping skills and overcoming learned helplessness – this is for you if you’re struggling to fully overcome…
When Doctors Can't Explain Your Child's Symptoms
Hello! We have several new podcast episodes available that showcase powerful stories of transformation from people who have overcome Emetophobia!
A Future Without Limits
When I first became a mum, I was overwhelmed with the kind of love that instantly rearranges your priorities.
Overcoming Emetophobia: My Journey from Fear to Freedom
Starting a journey to overcome Emetophobia can be daunting, especially when that phobia has deeply impacted your life for as long as you can remember.
Emetophobia
Affects around 4% percent of the population Emetophobia is a phobia of vomit and/or seeing other people vomit.
What is Emetophobia?
Understanding the Fear of Vomiting What is Emetophobia and understanding the fear of vomit… Emetophobia is a phobia of vomit and/or seeing other people vomit.
Phobia of Vomiting
A phobia of vomiting is a condition where an individual fears vomiting or others vomiting (most often both). Research suggests that 85-97% of emetophobes are women.
Vomit Phobia
Understanding the Fear of Vomiting Vomit Phobia (Emetophobia) affects around 4% of the population Vomit phobia – also known as emetophobia – is a specific phobia…
Emetophobia Therapy
Can help Emetophobia, also known as a specific phobia of vomiting, affects millions of people worldwide.
Emetophobia Symptoms (Fear of Vomit)
Understanding Emetophobia Symptoms Understanding emetophobia symptoms Emetophobia is a specific phobia that involves an intense fear of vomiting or seeing others vomit.
Emetophobia is the Fear of Vomiting
Understanding Symptoms and Treatment Options Emetophobia is the fear of vomiting/seeing others vomit. Emetophobia is the fear of vomiting/seeing others vomit.
Phobia of Vomit
What is a Phobia of Vomit? 1 in every 200 people has a full-blown phobia of vomit A phobia of vomit is known as emetophobia.
How you can hack your brain to overcome anxiety
Hack your brain to overcome anxiety: This week’s blog post comes from Thrive Programme Coach® Fiona Brown I always got funny looks from my clients when I tell them that they…
How to increase your confidence
Amazing post from our awesome coach Fiona Brown on confidence many emetophobes can relate to. Can you recognise yourself in these ‘confidence-killers’?
21-year-old Isla beats her emetophobia
Isla beats her emetophobia !What’s life like without emetophobia? 👇👇👇 Here’s 21-year-old Isla’s story: “I had suffered from emetophobia for 6 years, from the age of 15.
What does being over your emetophobia look like?
Kat runs at her local marathon! ‘I could never have done this when I was emetophobic’ An Emetophobia win for ex-emetophobe (and now Thrive Programme Coach®) Kat🌟💫 “Me and the…
Emetophobia and Travel Fear
Emetophobia and Travel Since the pandemic many people have felt excited to travel again, but for people with emetophobia (a fear of being ill) going on holiday can be a…
Emetophobia and OCD
Emetophobia often doesn’t happen in isolation, and OCD is one of the main symptoms people also suffer from, so let’s find out a bit more about the cross-over… 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳𝗳, 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁…
National Emetophobia Awareness Day 2021
On March 5th 2014, Rob Kelly , the creator of The Thrive Programme for Emetophobia, launched the first National Emetophobia Awareness Day in the UK.
Our Children's Programme – Cheryl's story
You have a child with emetophobia? Do you wonder how you can help them? Are you curious what going through the programme involves?
Alice's story – 13 year old with Emetophobia
During Children’s Mental Health Week 2021 we will be sharing stories about children who have beaten emetophobia with The Thrive Programme. This is 13-year-old Alice’s story.
Children's Mental Health Week
Mental Health Week. This week (1-7 February 2021) is Children’s Mental Health Week so we’ll be sharing stories of young people who have beaten their emetophobia and learned…
Are you Hyper-vigilant?
You’d like to find out are you hyper-vigilant? Then have a look at the warning signs…
How to Cope with Uncertainty
Thriving through uncertainty – how do you cope? 2020 & 2021 – the years that changed our lives more than we could have anticipated.
Top Tips for New Year’s Resolutions
Was a turbulent and uncertain year, with mental health cases on the rise directly attributed to the social and economic impacts of the pandemic: namely increases in anxiety…
Emetophobia Christmas Advent Calendar 2020 Day 12
Emetophobia Christmas Advent Day 12 Season’s greetings ! Emetophobia Christmas Advent Day 12 – However you’re spending this festive period, we want to wish you all the best…
Thrive Programme Advent Day 11 – Are you Aware of your Self-Talk?
Are you Aware of your Self-Talk? How you talk to yourself as you go through your day is super important. Are you aware of your self-talk?
Thrive Programme Advent Day 10 – Are you a Thought Detective?
Are you a Thought Detective? Can you spot and challenge any of the following unhelpful thinking styles? Are you a Thought Detective?
Thrive Programme Advent Day 9 – Do you act impulsively?
Do you act impulsively? Are you someone who acts without thinking? Do you act impulsively? Do you want to feel good RIGHT NOW?
Thrive Programme Advent Day 8 – The trouble with hypervigilance
The Trouble with Hypervigilance Many people feel almost permanently on-edge, worried, anxious and stressed. That’s the trouble with hypervigilance.
Thrive Programme Advent Day 7 – The Trouble with Perfectionism!
The Trouble with Perfectionism Perfectionism is not about high standards; it is about RIDICULOUSLY UNREALISTICALLY high standards where anything other than absolute…
Thrive Programme Advent Day 6 – Do you tend to think negatively about things in life?
Do you Think Negatively ? If you are habitually thinking things like…. There’s no way I’ll enjoy my weekend camping now!
Thrive Programme Advent Day 5 – Are you 'a bit of a drama queen' (or king!) ?
Are you a Drama Queen ? Or king – this post goes out to everyone who indulges in a bit of drama… So, as the picture in this post suggests, we’re talking about making a…
Thrive Programme Advent Day 4 – Do you brood a lot?
Do you brood a lot? This is all about the brooding thinking style which is characterised by frequent worrying, over-thinking and ruminating So, Do you brood a lot?
Thrive Programme Advent Day 3 – Tips for reacting well to life's pressures
Reacting Well to Life’s Pressures A #thrivingchristmas tip for reacting well to life’s pressures….
Thrive Programme Advent Day 2 – Is this thought helpful?
Is this thought helpful? “The thought that’s in your mind right now, is it helpful?”……”Is this thought helpful?” Are you aware of the importance of your thinking?
Emetophobia Help for Teenagers
You can soon be Emetophobia free and able to enjoy life again Emetophobia when you’re an adolescent can really impact your life, preventing you from being able to make the…
The TQ Quiz
So…What is The TQ Quiz ? The TQ (‘Thrive Quotient’) Quiz is a unique, in-depth analysis of your current cognitive, behavioural, emotional and physical ability to manage…
Thrive Programme Advent Day 1 – The Thriving 12 Days of Christmas!
Thriving 12 Days of Christmas Ah December has arrived, and what normally comes with such a busy month? – overthinking, right?
Learning during Lockdown – 11 things I've learned…
Learning during Lockdown As a Licensed Thrive Programme Coach for many years now, as well as somebody who went through the programme myself 5 or 6 years ago when I was…
Thriving through cancer: Perspectives from an Oncology Nurse
Thriving through Cancer A guide to helping manage your thinking and feeling more in control throughout cancer treatment and beyond. Cancer touches the lives of everyone.
Could you be our Thriver of the Year?
Thriver of the Year Let’s celebrate ? Do you know someone who has completed The Thrive Programme® this year?
Why is Emetophobia known as the ‘Secret Phobia?’
Emetophobia – the Secret Phobia Emetophobia can affect your whole life, yet most emetophobes don’t tell their friends, a lot don’t even tell close family members.
Why do emetophobes also have social anxiety?
Emetophobes and Social Anxiety Think of the most happy, carefree, confident, thriving person you know. Got them firmly in mind?
Tina is Thriving!
Super review from Tina in Copenhagen, who worked through the programme with Thrive Programme Coach® Thrive with Catherine .
I'm Scared to Overcome Emetophobia, why is this?
Scared to Overcome Emetophobia A fear of being sick can really affect your life, yet it isn’t uncommon to actually feel nervous about overcoming it, despite its negative…
Tip for Thriving – working through the programme
Tip for Thriving Look at these great notes from a young girl working through the programme!
Have you wondered what it’s like to go through the programme with a Thrive Programme Coach®?
Thrive Programme Coach Have you wondered what it’s like to go through the programme with a Thrive Programme Coach®?
Are you feeling anxious about lockdown ending?
Anxious about Lockdown Ending This post was written by and shared from Thrive Programme Coach ® Niall McAlinden – Thrive with Niall Are you feeling anxious about lockdown ending?
Persistent And Continuous Effort – P.A.C.E. yourself!
Persistent And Continuous Effort… Top Tip ! When you’re working through the programme, the process will be smoother and easier if you apply Persistent And Continuous…
Liz shares her story of overcoming emetophobia and depression
Liz Shares her Story 5 years ago, Liz was almost giving up believing that her life and her mental health would ever change.
15. Thriving at Home – What comes next?
Thriving – What comes next? Over the past few weeks we have shared some elements of The Thrive Programme and, if you’ve been fully applying all our tips, no doubt you’re well…
14. Thriving at Home – How to keep calm and hit the reset button when it all gets too much
When to Hit Reset How to keep calm when it all gets too much. When you just need to hit RESET ?
13. Thriving at Home – Let's talk about stress
Let’s Talk about Stress How well are you managing your stress levels? ? Following on from our recent discussions about phobias, fears and anxieties not happening ’to you’ -…
12. Thriving at Home – How does your language help reduce stress?
Does Language Help Reduce Stress Today’s Mental Health made Simple post is all about the impact your language can have on your stress levels, anxiety and wellbeing.
Emetophobia Help – Coping with Uncertainty
Coping with Uncertainty In 2016, a group of researchers explored how people react to being told they will either “definitely” or “probably” receive a painful electric shock.
11. Thriving at Home – Self-esteem
Self-esteem Self-esteem is such an important element of good mental health, but for some people their self-esteem is very low ⚠️ Maybe you’re surprised to read that…
10. Thriving at Home – All About Emotions
All About Emotions All the emotions you experience are BRAND NEW – it’s your choice how you feel!
9. Thriving at Home – Mental attitude, it's more than just positive thinking
Mental Attitude and Positive Thinking Mental Health Made Simple – Attitude, it’s more than just positive thinking – Post 9 What colour glasses are you wearing today? ?
8. Thriving at Home – Feeling (and being!) Powerful – Mental Health Made Simple
Feeling and being Powerful We’ve already discussed the fact that most people don’t have a very ‘Internal Sense of Power and Control’, that is, most people pay far more…
7. Thriving at Home – Thoughts and Beliefs – Mental Health Made Simple
Thoughts and Beliefs GOOD NEWS! You have thousands of opportunities – every single day – to have strong mental health and feel calmer and more in control in your life.
6. Thriving at Home – Is life happening to you? – Mental Health Made Simple
Is life happening to you? Part 6 in our series teaching YOU how to take control of your mental health.
5. Thriving at Home – Beliefs, improve your wellbeing – Mental Health Made Simple
Improve your Wellbeing Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right. You’ve probably heard that before.
4. Thriving at Home – Build your Foundations and improve your mental health
Build your Foundations Part 4 in our series teaching you to improve your mental health and learn to thrive.
3. Thriving at Home – Let's get started! – Mental Wellness Advice
Thriving – Let’s get started Let’s get started on our new FREE series giving you the power to improve your mental health and wellness RIGHT NOW.
2. Thriving at Home – Welcome! – Managing your Mental Health during the Coronavirus Crisis
Managing your Mental Health This is our new series helping you manage your mental health and feel robust, confident and competent during the coronavirus crisis.
1. Thriving at Home – Mental Health Made Simple – Learn to Thrive
Mental Health Made Simple The new series from The Thrive Programme helping you manage your mental health during challenging times.
Emetophobia and Coronavirus – our advice
Emetophobia and Coronavirus We appreciate this might be a particularly difficult time for emetophobes, Coronavirus is all over your newsfeeds, newspapers, TV.
New Year’s Resolutions don’t work.
Different this year! Did you make any resolutions this year? If so, have you actually stuck to them?
Mental Toughness and Goal Setting- What can we learn from endurance athletes?
Mental Toughness and Goal Setting Determined, highly driven and tough minded are the character traits needed when competing in ultra-marathons, ironman triathlons or long…
Ten reasons why The Thrive Programme works better than therapy
Thriving – Better than Therapy We’ve put together this very simple list of 10 reasons why thriving is better than therapy…have a look…
Cambridge 2-Day Thrive Programme Bootcamp 2016
Thrive Programme Bootcamp Big News! In less than 3 weeks we will be running an intensive two day Thrive Bootcamp hosted by Rob Kelly, in Cambridge.
The Thrive Programme in Schools – Recent Case Studies
The Thrive Programme in Schools Over the past year, The Thrive Programme has launched an initiative to put Thrive into schools.
Sometimes our Thrive Trainees deserve a special mention…
A Special Thriving Mention Just received another lovely email from a stranger. I have permission to share her email and some of her diary maps..
Parenting right for brighter futures: Caring not controlling
Caring not controlling Parenting right for brighter futures: Caring not controlling We all know that parenting is the toughest job out there ; now new research supports the…
Flying High with The Thrive Programme
Flying High and Thriving Have you ever watched, jaw-dropping, a light aircraft performing aerobatics? Death-defying dives; stomach-lurching twists and turns?
Mary thrives again in her local paper!
Mary Thrives Again Again Mary is picked up by her local paper as an amazing story of achievement for overcoming her debilitating fear of being sick.
Laura Transforms her Life with the Help of Thrive
Laura Transforms her Life Laura (or Birdie as we know her) has come a tremendously long way from where she was just a few short years ago.
Mary overcomes her fear of being sick and makes the newspaper!
Mary Overcomes her Emetophobia Mary is notably one of our biggest supporters having dedicatedly overcome her fear of being sick last year.
Are you positive with cancer?
In the United Kingdom, around 900 people every day are diagnosed with cancer, meaning that on average 75 people experience a life changing medical diagnosis each hour.
Next Emetophobia Seminar taking Place in Edinburgh in June
Emetophobia Seminar – Edinburgh The New Thrive Programme® offers a ground-breaking way to cure the effects of phobias and anxiety The Thrive Programme® is supporting Mental…
Feeling Fuzzy
The beginning of the week always feels like a brand new start. The best time to turn over a new leaf. Time to get going with gusto!
Why is it so important to process events in an INTERNAL way?
Processing Events Internally… Why is it so important to process events in an INTERNAL way?
'Significant Others' – how loved ones can unhelpfully collude
Significant Others and Collusion The following few pages come from the March 2014 edition of ‘Cure your emetophobia and thrive’ about Significant Others and Collusion A…
Self-esteem is key to weight management
Self-Esteem and Weight Self-esteem as a key to weight-management Are you on first name terms with your muffin-top? Bingo wings in a flap?
Mean what you say… Say what you mean…
Oi! You! Mind your language! Wash your mouth out! No, not that sort of language… Learning to ‘mind your language’ is an important part of The Thrive Programme.
Madonna takes a tumble – and THRIVES
Madonna Thrives Through Adversity So, Madonna took a tumble. Megastar Madonna had costume-failure (well, costume-removal failure) at last night’s Brit Awards.
Emetophobia Seminar in London – It's time to Thrive!
Emetophobia Seminar in London C’mon. What are you waiting for? Overcome your fear of being sick.
Another ex-Emetophobe..
45 from Cornwall ” After 40 years of debilitating emetophobia I came across Thrive out of sheer desperation.
My own experience of Thrive – by Alecea White
My own Thrive experience “I use thrive with many of my clients because I believe in it.
Are you Thriving? Rob is. Hear his story.
Rob is Thriving! When we finally decide that we need to do something differently to get out of the rut we find ourselves in, these days we usually search on the internet.
It was my time to change – THRIVE has given me a new lease of life!
A New Lease of Life “At 8 years old I developed an ever growing fear of sickness, although I’m not sure what it was that started it exactly.
Best book for Emetophobics
“This book was a lifeline in the stormy ocean that was emetophobia. I’ve written a book on this subject and at the time I was in hell because of this addiction and could see…
This is Amazing!
“I am currently half way through ‘cure your emetophobia…’ After buying it on a whim that it may work…
From Fear and Anxiety to a Changed Woman!
A Changed Woman! A Changed Woman! …… “I suffered from debilitating emetophobia since a very young age.
Fantastic Book – you wont be disappointed!
Fantastic Book Fantastic Book … “Having struggled on and off with emetophobia for over 20 years this book was a revelation.
Completely Changed my Life
… “I can’t recommend this book enough! I bought it on a whim a few months ago after pretty much giving up hope that I would ever get my emetophobia under control.
Please Don't Discount this Book
Don’t Discount this Book … “Firstly, I just want to stress that I am in no way anything to do with Rob kelly (althought I would like to be as I believe he is probably a…
Try this Book for Yourself!
… “I’ve just finished this book and I can say it’s the best £20 I’ve spent!the book is so practical.
Life-Changing Advice and Insight
Life-Changing Advice Life-Changing Advice … “When I found this book, I was a bit taken aback at the huge amount of five-star reviews.
Thank You for Giving me my Life Back!!
My life back!! My life back!! ….. “I brought this book on an impulse after my 2 year old son had had a sickness bug.
Thrive – my new way of life!
My New Way of Life! My New Way of Life! ….. “I brought this book a few months ago and attended Thrive sessions with a local Thrive Programme Coach ® and I have got to say it has been…
This Programme is Life changing
“I bought this book and would say I had severe emetophobia. It ruled my life, my relationships, everything, but since I have completed thrive, I am a different person.
It takes some effort, but it does work!
It Does Work! It takes some effort, but it does work! ….. “Like a lot of people, I was really sceptical about Thrive when I started the program and kept preparing myself…
Amazing Review…
An amazing review from an ex-emetophobe……. “I suffered with emetophobia for years, as long as I can remember.
This will help to change your life
This Will Change Your Life Another great review to read….This Will Change Your Life “I know many people read these reviews and be sceptical (I know because I was) but if…
Emetophobia? Just Buy this Book…
Just Buy this Book Another great review……Just Buy this Book “Same old story. I have spent thousands of pounds on lots of therapies over the years.
Cure Yourself Using This Book. It does work!
Cure Yourself Using This Book Another great review…..Cure Yourself Using This Book “Seems that most emetophobes are skeptical of anything advertised as a cure, and I was no…
Great book – worked for me!
Me! This is a great book – worked for me! …. “I recently finished working through this book with a thrive consultant.
My Emetophobia Cured!!
“I just felt the need to scream and shout about this!! I suffered for years and years from what I now understand to be emetophobia.
Raj Describes Overcoming Emetophobia…
“Following illness, I had trouble with feeling nauseous in social and public situations.
Jenny describes her experience of overcoming emetophobia
Jenny’s Experience Overcoming Emetophobia Jenny’s Experience Overcoming Emetophobia – This feedback is from ‘Jenny’, who recently went through a course of Thrive for her…
Top tips for NYE Resolutions – from The Thrive Programme..
Top tips for Resolutions Top tips for Resolutions…….Be healthier, go to the theatre, read more books, and just generally be a better person.
New Year's Resolutions
Year’s Resolutions…. Rob Kelly was asked to contribute along with other experts to the Daily Mirror’s lifestyle article on the best way to achieve your resolutions.
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 13 preview..
Preview.. Chapter Thirteen: Overcoming your phobia ! Okay, well done for persevering and getting this far!
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 12 preview..
Preview.. Chapter Twelve: The Dream Technique Throughout this book, all the exercises and ACTION!s are aimed at equipping you with the skills to ‘manage your thinking’, so…
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 11
11 (including comments on Emetophobia Forum). Chapter Eleven: Belief Systems in more detail We’ve already had a look at some limiting belief system basics.
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 10 preview..
Preview.. Chapter Ten: Anxiety and Stress ‘Anxiety’ and ‘stress’ are two of those medical terms that have become weakened to the point of almost being meaningless by their…
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 9 preview..
Preview.. Chapter Nine: Mind your language! So we have already taken a brief look at some of the language that you think and speak when we explored your ‘inner voice’ or the…
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 8 preview..
Preview.. Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 8 preview… Chapter Eight: Unhelpful Thinking Styles So, you have your three primary limiting beliefs: an external locus…
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 7 preview..
Preview.. Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 7 preview.. Chapter Seven: Personality Types …Who Are You?
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 6 preview..
Preview.. Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 6 preview.. Chapter six – The Thrive Factor The Locus of Control, Self-Esteem and Social Anxiety Triad Your three primary…
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 5 preview..
Preview.. Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 5 preview… Chapter five: Social Anxiety ‘Social anxiety’ (sometimes called ‘Social Phobia’) is essentially a fear of…
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 4 preview..
Preview.. Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 4 preview… Chapter Four: Self Esteem …We all have a perception of ourselves, some sort of sense of ‘self’, a belief…
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 3 preview..
Preview.. Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 3 preview… Chapter three: Locus of Control Establishing and maintaining an Internal Locus of Control is probably the…
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 2 preview..
Preview.. Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 2 preview… Chapter two: Cognition How Does Our Thinking Affect Us?
Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 1 preview..
Preview.. Cure your Emetophobia and Thrive – Chapter 1 preview… Chapter one: Belief Systems This book is all about CHOICE.
Teenage Boy Overcomes Emetophobia with the thrive programme
Teenage Boy Overcomes Emetophobia … “Hi. My name is Marc. I’m 14 years old and I overcame emetophobia with the Thrive Programme!
Ex-emetophobe Reviews Book
Reviews Book….. “When I first met Rob Kelly I went to great lengths to explain the severe, resilient, untreatable nature of my fear of vomit.
Ways to Beat Christmas Stress and Anxiety
Beat Christmas Stress and Anxiety Beat Christmas Stress and Anxiety…Rob Kelly wrote in the Huffington Post .
Can the Thrive Programme help with a fear of other people being sick?
Other People Being Sick Can the Thrive Programme help with a fear of other people being sick? “I only fear other people vomiting.
I feel so positive about the future
I feel so positive I feel so positive…… “I was nervous at my first session but Claire was great and put me at my ease straight away.
The only book you need to CURE your emetophobia
The Book to Cure Emetophobia The Book to Cure Emetophobia …. “The only book you need to CURE your emetophobia.
An absolute must for anyone with emetophobia
… “At last! someone who really understands emetophobia. This book is an absolute must for anyone suffering with a fear of being sick, or for anyone living with someone with…
Emetophobia and Perfectionist Thinking
Below we discuss Emetophobia and Perfectionist Thinking and how they link. If you believe you are ‘a bit of a perfectionist,’ you will find it useful to find out how much of…
Common mistakes when trying to overcome Emetophobia
Common mistakes overcoming Emetophobia Below is an update from the final chapter of The Thrive Programme ‘s Cure Your Emetophobia and Thrive Workbook covering common mistakes…
What Causes Emetophobia?
Is Emetophobia (a fear of being sick) caused by an event or experience? The short answer to this question is ‘no’ – a fear of being sick is not caused by an event or…
One simple (but effective) tip to break that low self-esteem cycle
The low self-esteem cycle… Self-esteem is perhaps the most under-valued part of what makes up our mental health.
Emetophobia and 'Disgust Propensity'…
Emetophobia Self Help: Sugar and Spice and all things nice…what of ‘disgust propensity’? SO, just what is the connection between muddy wellies and The Thrive Programme ?
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) this Winter
5 Tips from The Thrive Programme SAD ( Seasonal Affective Disorder ) affects half a million people in the UK.
Emetophobia Help: All About Control
This is an emetophobia help post, detailing why control plays such a large part in your recovery.
Why are most Emetophobes Female?
Why are most Emetophobes (people with a fear of being sick) Female? Research suggests that the prevalence of emetophobia (a fear of being sick ) is somewhere between 0.1% and…
Jenny Overcomes her Emetophobia in six weeks!
Another emetophobia success story! Jenny Overcomes her Emetophobia… Jenny had suffered from emetophobia (a fear of being sick) since childhood, and it was significantly…
Jane cures her Emetophobia after fifty years
Emetophobia Cure – Jane cures her Emetophobia after fifty years The video below was filmed in May 2014 at the IAEBP (the International Association of Evidence-Based…
Why Believing in Fate is so Unhelpful
Believing in Fate This is an Emetophobia resource from the Cure Your Emetophobia and Thrive handbook, on why a belief in fate can contribute towards your fear of being sick ,…
Why is the Emetophobia Book spiral bound?
We get asked why the Emetophobia Book from our series of Thrive Programme manuals are spiral-bound quite often.
Are phobias real? Is vomit phobia real?
Are phobias real? Phobias like vomit phobia (known as emetophobia , a fear of being sick, phobia of vomit) feel very real to the sufferer.
Beat Emetophobia – Exclusive two-day Course offer!
Exclusive two-day Course – Beat Emetophobia – Exclusive Cure Your Emetophobia & Thrive offer!
Fear of Vomit Cured Thanks to The Thrive Programme!
Fear of Vomit Cured We hear from so many people who have successfully overcome their fear of vomit (also known as emetophobia) using The Thrive Programme ‘s Cure Your…
Vomit phobia completely gone!
We hear from so many people who have successfully overcome their vomit phobia (also known as emetophobia) using The Thrive Programme’s Cure Your Emetophobia and Thrive…
Emetophobia help – What is 'Locus of Control'?
Control’? Establishing and maintaining an Internal Locus of Control is probably the single most important emetophobia help factor ensure you take control of your life, and be…
Catastrophic Thinking and Vomiting Anxiety (Emetophobia)
‘I’d rather die than vomit’ – how does catastrophic thinking play a role in anxiety around vomiting?
Katie overcomes Emetophobia – Five Ways I Changed After Thrive
Katie overcomes Emetophobia and changes her life! After going through The Thrive Programme to help her overcome emetophobia , Edinburgh-based Katie Gow has made some massive…
Family beat Emetophobia Together
Mother & teenage daughter: “We’re cured!” Katherine and Penelope – mother and daughter – both had emetophobia, a chronic fear of being sick or encountering vomit.
Mary's Thrive Programme Experience
BEAT A PHOBIA OF BEING SICK – HERE’S HER THRIVE PROGRAMME EXPERIENCE Below is Mary’s Thrive Programme conference 2014 presentation.
London Emetophobia Cure Seminar
With The Thrive Programme The no.1 emetophobia cure is coming to London in 2015! Booking form: at the bottom of this page *BOOKING CLOSED* Pre-booking essential; tickets will…
Liz Beats Emetophobia
Emetophobia – Liz spent years suffering from low self-esteem and emetophobia Liz had emetophobia, depression, low self-esteem and an anxiety disorder for years, causing her…
Lifelong Sufferer Beats Emetophobia
Reveals her journey to a happy, emetophobia-free life! From the age of three, Victoria lived with emetophobia – a fear of being sick or vomit in general.
Laura Conquers Lifelong Emetophobia
In just weeks with the Thrive Programme Book! American teacher Laura has had lifelong emetophobia, but now she’s proud to say: “I have gotten over my emetophobia!” As a young…
Jenni's Emetophobia Experience
EMETOPHOBIA: JENNI’S CURE YOUR EMETOPHOBIA & THRIVE EXPERIENCE A big hello from Jenni Steele in Thailand who beat emetophobia using Cure Your Emetophobia and Thrive with the…
Gemma Overcomes Lifetime of Emetophobia
Gemma couldn’t remember NOT suffering from Emetophobia and Anxiety, but now she’s thriving! Find out how…
Erin's Journey – Beating Emetophobia
From the age of FIVE, Erin suffered from a phobia of being sick (emetophobia)… then she found The Thrive Programme: “‘Now I’m a different person!” Erin is an English…
Emetophobia Facebook Groups
Online groups just made Josefine’s phobia worse Emetophobia Facebook Groups were SO bad for Josefine’s Fear of Being Sick…then she found this book !
YouTuber Jona loves Thrive!
Now that she’s overcome her emetophobia. YouTuber Jona with her Cure Your Emetophobia & Thrive book American YouTube star Jona, who has more than 55,000 subscribers to her…
Young girl Overcomes Emetophobia
She beats her fear of vomit with this simple programme! Tilly – an 11-year-old girl from Cambridge, UK – was suffering a great deal from a horrible fear of vomit called…
Daily 'Trembling Hands' Emetophobia
DAILY ANXIETY AROUND SICKNESS LED THIS SUFFERER TO EXPERIENCE WHAT SHE CALLED ‘TREMBLING HANDS EMETOPHOBIA’ Many phobias and fears have very debilitating effects upon the…
Tim finally Overcomes Emetophobia
He tried everything (CBT etc) to overcame debilitating emetophobia…then he found this programme! Tim has beaten his emetophobia!
Tilly Overcomes her Emetophobia
(fear of being sick) and you can too! Tilly – a young girl from Cambridge UK – was suffering a great deal from a horrible fear of being sick called Emetophobia.
CBT failed but Thrive Succeeded!
Therapy, CBT, CRT, Exposure… all failed! Here’s how I cured my emetophobia Daisy had tried lots of treatments for her emetophobia; CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), CRT…
Testimonials – The Thrive Programme
Programme Testimonials – The Thrive Programme The following testimonials come from people who have undergone The Thrive Programme with one of our licensed Coaches, or who…
Teenager Beats Emetophobia: Lauren's Story
Beats Emetophobia: Lauren’s Story : Lauren overcomes fear of being sick and panic attacks: “I’ve got my daughter back” says Mum!
Teenager Lauren Overcomes Emetophobia!
Lauren was a teenager with a fear of being sick but has overcome emetophobia and panic attacks with The Thrive Programme.
Support Video – Taking Action
Action Support Video – Taking Action The video below is a support video for people going through The Thrive Programme to overcome vomit phobia (emetophobia), using the Cure…
Someone Being Sick
? Emetophobes have a fear of being sick themselves, or seeing someone vomiting. Most sufferers of emetophobia predominantly fear themselves being sick (vomiting) but many…
Sarah Beats her Emetophobia
After 30 years of hell, Sarah beat her SPOV (specific fear of vomiting): “I feel amazing” Sarah, like lots of people with deep-seated phobias, suffered in silence.
Suzy overcomes her Emetophobia
After a lifetime of suffering from emetophobia and trying Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Suzy cured herself with Thrive!
Agoraphobia sufferer beats her fear
Agoraphobia sufferer beats her phobias in just a few weeks: “My mentality completely changed!” A few months ago, Jen’s life, as she admits, was “a bit of a mess” and she…
Emetophobia Beaten Without Medication
! American lady beats crippling anxiety, panic attacks and emetophobia WITHOUT meds!
Girl beats Lifelong Emetophobia
As seen on BBC News: Amazing young lady overcomes lifelong emetophobia! We love this recovery story from Hannah Ellis – a student who suffered from lifelong emetophobia…
Awesome Girl Beats Emetophobia!
Read how this amazing 10 year old girl did it! Is your child afraid of vomit? The Thrive Programme has created a specific book for children and teenagers suffering from…
Awesome Mum beats Emetophobia
Awesome single mum beat anxiety and emetophobia with The Thrive Programme! Liz beat anxiety, emetophobia, low self-esteem and depression with The Thrive Programme, after…
Brave Mum Beats Emetophobia
Brave mum couldn’t even kiss her son because of her fear of being sick! Zoe is in her late 30s and has suffered from emetophobia – a fear of being sick or encountering vomit…
Brilliant mum defeats Emetophobia
Brilliant mum defeats her 30-year fear of vomit – gains confidence & self-esteem! Louise had been suffering from emetophobia – a fear of vomit or sick – for as long as she…
Daisy's Emetophobia support video
Support video on curing her Emetophobia (Fear of Vomiting) The video below is an support video for people going through The Thrive Programme to overcome their fear of…
The NEW Emetophobia Journal
The Thrive Programme Journal provides structure as you work through the emetophobia book The NEW Emetophobia Journal The video below is about the new emetophobia book from…
Emetophobia Resources Video Three
Workshop with Rob Kelly The video below is an emetophobia resource video for people going through The Thrive Programme to overcome their fear of being sick/seeing others…
Copenhagen Emetophobia Treatment Seminar
Seminar delegates (sufferers of emetophobia, parents and partners) with Rob Kelly, February 2015 Copenhagen Emetophobia Treatment Seminar – 14/15th Feb 2015 Thank you to…
Claire's emetophobia is Cured!
Wouldn’t start a family due to severe emetophobia… now she’s a Thriving mother! Claire was desperate to start a family but, suffering from severe emetophobia, she didn’t…
Exposure Therapy Didn't Work…
Therapy for emetophobia didn’t work. So how did Kat cure herself? Kat tried numerous therapies and interventions, none of which worked.
How Jenni Overcame Emetophobia
Here’s her video diary… Jenni Steel is a young lady living in Thailand. She has suffered from emetophobia – a huge fear of being sick – since she was a young girl.
Emetophobia sufferer cures herself !
Sophie has overcome her fear of throwing up (emetophobia)! Check out her story in the video below.
Claire's Emetophobia Symptoms Gone!
Emetophobia Symptoms Gone! Emetophobia symptoms stopped Claire from starting a family, now she’s a Thriving mother!
Rhi Conquers her Emetophobia
Emetophobia ruined Rhi’s life until she found The Thrive Programme and learnt how to conquer emetophobia Rhi, aged 27, developed emetophobia in childhood and her early…
Hayley's Emetophobia 100% better
Cured! Hayley wouldn’t even drink water for fear of being sick, now she’s 100% better Emetophobia cured with The Thrive Programme!
Edinburgh Emetophobia Cure Seminar 6th June 2015
Edinburgh Emetophobia Cure Seminar Edinburgh Emetophobia Cure Seminar 6th June 2015 The no.1 emetophobia cure is coming to Edinburgh in 2015!
Emetophobia Self-Help Quiz: How much do you know?
How much do you know? Emetophobia Self-Help Quiz: How much do you know? All of our Emetophobia self-help quizzes have now been centralised on the free Thrive Support site.
Emetophobia Resources Video Two
Workshop with Rob Kelly The video below is an emetophobia support video for people going through The Thrive Programme to overcome their fear of being sick/seeing others…
Emetophobia Resources Video One
Workshop with Rob Kelly The video below is an emetophobia resource video for people going through The Thrive Programme to overcome their fear of being sick/seeing others…
Twenty Years of Emetophobia
Over 2 decades of chronic emetophobia and panic attacks…but no more thanks to The Thrive Programme!
Emetophobia Seminar – Oslo 2015
2015 Emetophobia Seminar – Oslo 2015 – Sat 20th Sun 21st June 2015 Cure Your Emetophobia and Thrive – on tour!
Emetophobia Seminar – Ontario Canada
Canada Emetophobia Seminar – Ontario Canada (2015) – ‘Cure Your Emetophobia and Thrive’ seminar Rob Kelly from The Thrive Programme will be hosting the first ‘Cure Your…
Emetophobia Seminar – New York
York Emetophobia Seminar – New York The no.1 emetophobia cure seminar is finally coming to New York! Sorry for the delay but… we are finally coming to NEW YORK!!!
Girl (10) beats Emetophobia
Childhood emetophobia – Mother helps her 10-year-old daughter overcome a fear of being sick Becki Mann is a normal mother who would do anything to help her 10-year-old…
Jen changed her life with this programme!
Jen overcomes Emetophobia with The Thrive Programme After 15 years and MULTIPLE phobias, including a severe phobia of vomit, Jen permanently changed her life with this…
Jenni Overcomes Emetophobia & Social Anxiety
After 19 years of suffering from emetophobia & social anxiety, Jenni made a huge change in her life…
Emma beats Vomit Phobia
Thrives! After 20 years of suffering in silence, Emma has completely overcome her phobia of being sick and is living in paradise!
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