Be The Tortoise

59. Living with OCD with author of The Joy Thief Penny Moodie

Claudia Elkin Season 3 Episode 59

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often heavily misunderstood. We hear the words OCD thrown around so often yet, how many of us truly understand what it s like to live with? In this very special episode, we are joined with author of the book "The Joy Thief". Penny is a writer, OCD advocate, and mum of three tiny people. She has a background in media and communications and has previously worked as a communications specialist in the mental health, non-profit and health communications sectors. 

In this weeks episode with Penny, we dive into:

- Penny's personal journey with OCD being undiagnosed until the age of 31

- What people misunderstand about OCD

- Accessing suport and treatment for OCD and her approach to medication

- Mindfulness Practices that can be utilised during treatment

- How family and friends can support someone they love struggling with OCD

Enjoy the episode and lets all help raise educated awareness around OCD together!

Contact Penny: @penny_moodie

The Joy Thief Book: https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/book/Penny-Moodie-Joy-Thief-9781761068669/

Connect with Claudia:
Instagram @claudia_elkin
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@10_minutesaday