Can you beat obsessive compulsive disorder? Interview with Mindful Men Founder, Simon Rinne

#ocd #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety
On this episode of The Lived Experience, we hear from a lived experience therapist, Simon Rinne who has experienced obsessive-compulsive disorder since childhood. They share their story on how OCD has impacted their life, including work, home life, and how they have managed it through exposure therapy and mindfulness practices.
We also learn about their experience with burnout, which led them to become a therapist and why they started a podcast to share their journey and show that it's okay to talk about mental health. We also hear about the challenges that they have experienced in starting a private practice, the lack of services geared towards men's mental health, and the importance of finding a therapist that you are comfortable with.
Overall, this episode sheds light on the experiences of a therapist who has lived experience with OCD and burnout, providing valuable insight and understanding for anyone experiencing similar challenges.
Learn more about Simon at mindful-men.com.au/about/
[00:04:10] "Debunking OCD misconceptions and personal experiences"
[00:20:02] "Combating OCD with ERP and mindfulness practices"
[00:25:39] "Mindfulness, Gratitude, and Values: Finding Joy Again"
[00:35:33] "From High KPIs to Burnout: My Story"
[00:47:17] "From Social Science to Mental Health Entrepreneur"
[00:59:43] "Mindfulness Therapy Goes Outdoors: An Inside Look"
[01:06:57] "Mindful Men's Simon shares transformative story"
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[@mindfulmen]

Thanks so much for having me Joel - loved sitting down and chatting about my lived experience of mental health. Keep up the great work!

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Thanks for coming on Simon, we appreciate it.