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It’s Not What You Think

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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Mental Health
OCD
Anxiety Disorders
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Support For Loved Ones With OCD
Therapy
Diagnosis
OCD In Children
Reassurance Seeking
Therapists
Community Awareness
Self-Doubt
Myths Of OCD
Self-Compassion
Shame
Stigma Around OCD
Community
Social Stigma
Resilience Project

OCD, it’s really not what you think. This is a podcast about the horrors and hilarities of living with OCD, hosted by author and mental health advocate Penny Moodie and CEO of Stand Up Events, Angie Greene. Both Penny and Angie have lived with OCD for as long as they can remember and they have had enough of the misconceptions about OCD that can cause so much damage. They want to share what it’s re... more

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Australian actor and writer Rick Davies joins us to talk candidly about living with OCD and his more recent diagnosis of ADHD. We chat about:

• How acting became a safe haven from the exhaustion of OCD

• The trepidation of talking so openly about m... more

We’re back for Season 2! In this return episode, Angie and Penny chat about :

• what they got up to over their holidays

• why OCD can get so much worse when the pressure is on to have a good time

• the complexities of ‘coming out’ with OCD. 

• An... more

In the season finale of Season 1, we're joined once again by clinical psychologist Andrea Wallace for a powerful discussion on the role of self-compassion in healing shame, especially for people living with OCD.

Andrea breaks down why shame and OCD ... more

Yes, we have the same psychologist, and to us, she is an OCD wizard. In this special two-part episode, Dr Andrea Wallace shares some of her wisdom around what it REALLY feels like to have OCD, busts some common OCD myths and talks a bit about her own... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Andrea Wallace
Clinical psychologist with a unique journey from performing arts to mental health.
Episode: A chat with our psychologist. Part 1: mythbusting
Hugh Van Cuylenburg
Founder of the Resilience Project and co-host of The Imperfects Podcast
Resilience Project
Episode: How to help a loved one with OCD
Dr. Claire Ahern
Director of Melbourne Psychology and Counselling, Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience, specializes in OCD.
Melbourne Psychology and Counselling
Episode: A Hero's Journey: The road to an OCD diagnosis

Hosts

Penny Moodie
Co-host who has lived with OCD extensively and shares personal experiences to foster understanding of the condition.
Angie Greene
Co-host and CEO who provides insights from both personal and professional experiences with OCD, aiming to educate and support others.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Always learning

    Girls, this is such a informative pod I have loved listening and learning from you both. You girls are changing the way we talk about OCD and making people feel less alone along the way. Keep going 🩷

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kate yelland
    Australia25 days ago
  • Brilliant podcast

    I can’t rate this podcast highly enough. Penny & Angie bring so much honesty & heart, with the perfect mix of insight and humour. These episodes are hugely informative with real practical tips for OCD sufferers and their families/friends. Thank you for being so vulnerable and offering sufferers hope, while also helping everyone else better understand OCD.❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gia Hogarth
    Australia3 months ago
  • Thank you

    This podcast would have changed my life when I was a teenager wondering why I had weird thoughts and couldn’t move past them. This is amazing work thank you 🙏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fletch8512
    Australia3 months ago
  • So relatable!

    I’ve been waiting for this podcast! Penny and Angie get raw and vulnerable with us. I mean it’s gotta be hard sharing some of your themes to the world! I can relate to Penny’s journey - I too had a theme at the same age around HIV. Couldn’t touch toilet doors, worried about specks of blood! And OCD loves to follow you and latch on to anything you care about. It felt good listening to others who shared the same journey from childhood, how isolated you felt because there was no way you would ACTUA... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BecBorrington
    Australia3 months ago
  • Absolutely wonderful

    So important, so honest and beautifully produced, well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YaySugars!
    Australia3 months ago

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A chat with our psychologist. Part 1: mythbusting
Q: Why can't someone just stop thinking about it if they have OCD?
It's often an intolerable experience, as stopping the compulsions can lead to overwhelming anxiety and distress.
A chat with our psychologist. Part 1: mythbusting
Q: What would you like for people to know about OCD?
OCD often involves deep-seated fears of unlovability, and it's critical to understand that the internal experience can be torturous.

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Focused on the nuanced experiences of living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), this podcast provides an authentic and often humorous perspective from hosts who both navigate the challenges of the condition. Through personal stories, expert interviews, and practical advice, the content aims to dispel common misconceptions about OCD while fostering a supportive community for listeners affected by the disorder. Episodes often discuss topics such as childhood OCD, the intricacies of diagnosis, and the pivotal role that understanding and empathy play in supporting those with OCD. It is notable for its commitment to educating listeners and promoting open dialogues about mental health issues.

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