10/02/2026
October is OCD Awareness Month. 💙
OCD has always been a huge part of my life. I was diagnosed at age nine, but I began experiencing symptoms as early as four years old. For a long time, OCD was something I felt I needed to hide. But over time, I’ve come to realize that while OCD is a part of my story, it does not define who I am.
Having OCD can be incredibly challenging, but through those challenges, I’ve found strength, resilience, and empathy. My OCD has shaped me in many ways, but it does not take away from who I am. Instead it has given me a voice and helped me to discover strengths I may not have known I had.
If you’re struggling with OCD, I want you to know that you are never alone. You are strong. You are worthy. And you are loved.
This OCD Awareness Month, let’s continue changing the narrative around OCD and spread empathy and compassion for those who are struggling.💗
