178. Why You Feel Like a "Fraud" Even When You’re Successful (High-Functioning OCD)
About this episode
Kristina Orlova interviews Pavel Reppo about his experiences with high-functioning OCD and its impact on leadership and mental health.
Can you build a global movement and lead a team while navigating the "fangs" of OCD In this episode of The OCD Whisperer Podcast, Kristina Orlova speaks with Pavel Reppo, founder of A Fine Mind and a leader in international mental health. Together, they explore the intersection of high-stakes leadership, cultural expectations, and the persistent drive required to turn a diagnosis into a catalyst for social impact. Pavel opens up about: • His "gateway" symptoms at age 13, including severe hand-washing rituals triggered by household turbulence. • How cultural stigmas in Belarus and the Eastern Bloc shaped his initial understanding of mental health. • The "Alien" feeling of Relationship OCD and the cycle of debilitating confessions. • His transition from "camouflaging" through perfectionism to seeking professional therapy in his early 20s. Whether you’re navigating OCD yourself or supporting someone, this episode offers a raw, unpolished look at the reality of high-functioning OCD and the hope that comes with finding a community that sees you for who you are. 📲 About Pavel Reppo (guest): • Executive Director - Finemind • CEO - Matchbox Fund • LinkedIn…
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