Episode Summary

In this powerful episode, we explore the hidden struggles of living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and why keeping it secret often worsens the condition. I share my personal journey of masking compulsions and the freedom she found in finally opening up about her diagnosis.

Key Points

• The stigma and misconceptions around OCD often lead people to hide their condition
• Keeping OCD secret can increase isolation, delay treatment, and give the disorder more power
• Many people with OCD become experts at disguising compulsions in public settings
• Opening up about OCD, even to just one trusted person, can break the cycle of shame
• Resources like the International OCD Foundation and NOCD can help educate others

If you're struggling with OCD, take that first small step toward openness today. You don't have to face this alone.

Resources:

Blog Page for this episode

Free Workbook to Quit OCD: https://outofocd.com/free-workbook/

Out of OCD Website: https://www.outofocd.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ToiHershman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outofocd/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toi.hershman

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toihershman/

Online support groups: https://iocdf.org/ocd-finding-help/supportgroups/

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Resources:

Free Workbook to Quit OCD: https://outofocd.com/free-workbook/

Out of OCD Website: https://www.outofocd.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ToiHershman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outofocd/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toi.hershman

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toihershman/

Online support groups: https://iocdf.org/ocd-finding-help/supportgroups/