Episode SummaryIn 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 PointsThe stigma and misconceptions around OCD often lead people to hide their conditionKeeping OCD secret can increase isolation, delay treatment, and give the disorder more powerMany people with OCD become experts at disguising compulsions in public settingsOpening up about OCD, even to just one trusted person, can break the cycle of shameResources like the International OCD Foundation and NOCD can help educate othersIf 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 episodeFree Workbook to Quit OCD: https://outofocd.com/free-workbook/Out of OCD Website: https://www.outofocd.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ToiHershmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/outofocd/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toi.hershmanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toihershman/Online support groups: https://iocdf.org/ocd-finding-help/supportgroups/Study on InsomniaOCD and DepressionOUT of OCD InstagramOUT of OCD Youtube Resources: Free Workbook to Quit OCD: https://outofocd.com/free-workbook/Out of OCD Website: https://www.outofocd.comYouTube: 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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