OCD & Habit Forming: When Control Becomes a Cycle

OCD is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions and at its core, it’s all about habits, fear, and control. In this episode, we break down what Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder really is beyond the stereotypes and explore how it forms, why it sticks, and how it can dominate someone’s daily life in subtle and not-so-subtle ways.

We’ll explore:

• The psychology and neuroscience behind OCD
• How compulsions develop through faulty habit loops
• Why some habits become rigid and destructive while others help us thrive
• The difference between OCD and being “a little type A”
• Tools to disrupt intrusive thoughts and create healthier behavioral patterns
• The process of rewiring the brain through exposure therapy, mindfulness, and habit reconditioning
• What the latest research says about breaking cycles and forming new, empowering routines

Whether you’re struggling with OCD, stuck in unhealthy habits, or simply looking to build better systems in your life, this episode will give you the insights and strategies to take back control, from the inside out.

Tune in for an honest, evidence-based conversation about what it takes to shift habits, rewire thought patterns, and reclaim your mental space.

This is more than just about OCD, this is about how the habits we don’t even notice can shape (or sabotage) the life we’re trying to build.