The Truth of OCD: Therapist Alegra Kastens on Living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
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We Are More Than Our Thoughts
Individuals with OCD often experience intense internal feelings that distort their self-trust and perception. This makes it difficult to discern genuine instincts from misfiring thoughts, as their feelings can trigger extreme false alarms. The advice to 'trust your gut' can be particularly harmful, creating fear rather than empowerment. Treatment focuses on reframing this relationship with thoughts, emphasizing that identity and self-worth stem from personal values, character, and actions, rather than the intrusive thoughts that may arise.
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