E7 - A chat with our psychologist: Part 2 - Is Self-Compassion the Antidote to shame?
Published: July 20, 2025
Duration: 45:41
In the season finale of Season 1, we're joined once again by clinical psychologist Andrea Wallace for a powerful discussion on the role of self-compassion in healing shame, especially for people living with OCD.
Andrea breaks down why shame and OCD so often go hand in hand, and how cultivating self-kindness can be a transformative part of the recovery process. We also explore:
• Why shame frequently accompanies OCD
• What to do when withholding joy becomes a compulsion
• How to help children release shame
• A simple, guided self-compassion exercise you can try at home
Whether you're living w...