Authenticity Unmasked
Reflections on OCD, trauma, neurodivergence, identity, and reclaiming your authentic self
Welcome to Authenticity Unmasked, a space for exploring the mind, identity, and lived experience through a trauma-informed, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ lens. Here, we reflect on OCD, trauma, neurodivergence, and identity, offering insights, strategies, and stories to help you reconnect with your authentic self, trust your mind, and live in alignment with your values.
Harm OCD & Intrusive Thoughts: What They Really Mean
Harm OCD can make intrusive thoughts feel personal, urgent, and morally loaded. You might wonder what these thoughts say about you and how to stop being pulled into them. This post explores why these thoughts feel so convincing and how Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT) can help you regain control— without relying on exposure therapy.