Understanding OCD Loops, Intrusive Thoughts & ADHD with Melanie Lawson

Today’s episode is a really personal one with Melanie Lawson, founder of Bare Biology and a previous sponsor of the podcast. We talk honestly about living with OCD, how it can shape shift over time, and what intrusive thoughts and compulsions actually feel like in the body, especially when you’re tired, stressed, hormonal, or going through change. We also get into the overlap with ADHD and rejection sensitivity, how OCD shows up in motherhood and relationships, and the small, practical things that help Melanie keep it from taking over. If you have OCD, love someone who does, or you’re stuck in loops of doubt and self blame, I really hope this makes you feel less alone. Visit Bare Biology: Stay Connected with Hurt to Healing: Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpod TikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpod LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healing Substack: substack.com/@hurttohealing Website: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Understanding OCD Loops, Intrusive Thoughts & ADHD with Melanie Lawson is an episode from Hurt to Healing: Mental Health & Wellbeing by Pandora Morris.

This episode is 32:17 long.

This episode was published on Apr 7, 2026.

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