The festive season is often portrayed as joyful and magical — but for many people, it can also feel overwhelming, stressful, and lonely. In this final episode of the year, Cass offers a gentle pause in the December busyness and explores why this time of year can be emotionally demanding. From work pressures and financial stress to family dynamics, perfectionism, and unmet expectations, this episode unpacks the hidden load many people carry during the holidays. Cass discusses: Why holiday stre...
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The festive season is often portrayed as joyful and magical — but for many people, it can also feel overwhelming, stressful, and lonely. In this final episode of the year, Cass offers a gentle pause in the December busyness and explores why this time of year can be emotionally demanding. From work pressures and financial stress to family dynamics, perfectionism, and unmet expectations, this episode unpacks the hidden load many people carry during the holidays. Cass discusses: Why holiday stre...
#17 OCD Explained: Understanding Symptoms, Reducing Shame & Treatments That Work — with Dr David Cooper
Mind Your Being Podcast
57 minutes
1 month ago
#17 OCD Explained: Understanding Symptoms, Reducing Shame & Treatments That Work — with Dr David Cooper
In this warm and deeply informative episode, I share a conversation with Clinical Psychologist Dr David Cooper, an OCD specialist, researcher and adjunct lecturer at UNSW, to unpack what OCD really is — beyond the stereotypes of neatness, order, and perfectionism. Together, we explore the many ways OCD can show up, why intrusive thoughts feel so distressing, and how shame often stops people from seeking help. I also share my own experience living with OCD — the shame, the internal battles, an...
Mind Your Being Podcast
The festive season is often portrayed as joyful and magical — but for many people, it can also feel overwhelming, stressful, and lonely. In this final episode of the year, Cass offers a gentle pause in the December busyness and explores why this time of year can be emotionally demanding. From work pressures and financial stress to family dynamics, perfectionism, and unmet expectations, this episode unpacks the hidden load many people carry during the holidays. Cass discusses: Why holiday stre...
