Episode 5: Why OCD Is Not Your Punch Line: Let’s Talk About It- Interview with Ben Johnson
An Honest Conversation About Mental Health, Faith, and Compassion

Description:
Has anyone ever told you you're “so OCD” just because you like things clean or organized? Spoiler alert: OCD isn’t a quirk or a punch line—it’s a serious mental health condition. In this special episode, I’m joined by my husband, Ben Johnson, to talk about his personal journey with OCD, including the challenges, misconceptions, and how his faith has shaped the way he manages it. We’re opening up about religious scrupulosity, how OCD impacts relationships (including marriage), and how we can love those walking through it with empathy and grace.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Ben’s story and experience with OCD—what it really looks like
• Why OCD is more than being tidy or detail-oriented
• How faith and mental health can coexist, even in tension
• The impact of OCD on friendships, dating, and marriage
• Practical tools for managing OCD and supporting those who live with it

Takeaways:

• OCD is not a personality trait—it’s a serious condition

• Faith can be both complicated and comforting in the journey

• Supporting someone with OCD starts with compassion, not correction

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Reminder:
Mental health isn’t a joke—it’s part of being human. Whether you’re struggling with OCD or walking alongside someone who is, you are seen, loved, and never alone.