Why Do I Do That? Understanding the OCD Loop

About this episode

Brady shares his personal experiences with OCD and the importance of self-inquiry in understanding behaviors.

In this episode, Brady joins the show to ask a deceptively simple question: “Why do I do that?” What unfolds is an honest and deeply personal conversation about obsessive thoughts, compulsions, and the OCD loop that shows up in more areas of life than we often realize. Brady shares his lived experience, the patterns he found himself stuck in, and the powerful realizations that began to shift his awareness. Together, we explore the importance of self-inquiry, understanding the “why” behind our behaviors, and how awareness can become the first step toward growth, healing, and real change. A courageous and relatable episode for anyone navigating mental health, self-awareness, or the journey of personal growth. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhyDoPeopleDoThat Visit our website: https://whydopeopledothat.com/ If you'd like to contact Stacy and Heather or learn more about their practices, visit the following sites: Long Island Counseling Services - www.longislandcounselingservices.com District Support Services - www.districtsupportservices.com ADHD Training Center - www.adhdtrainingcenter.com Follow the "Why Do People Do That?" Podcast on social media…

People in this episode

Hosts: Stacy Pellettieri, Heather Harten

Guest: Brady

Topics covered

• OCD
• mental health
• self-awareness
• personal growth
• obsessive thoughts
• compulsions

Keywords

• OCD
• obsessive thoughts
• compulsions
• self-awareness
• mental health
• personal growth

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Long Island Counseling Services, District Support Services, ADHD Training Center, Press Record Studios

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