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The 6 Most Important Turning Points Of OCD Recovery (With Micah Howe) | Ep. 314

In episode 293 I interviewed Micah Howe who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. I chat with Micah about his OCD story, growing up as an evangelical Christian, his early memories of anxiety, fears of perfection, worries of offending people, how OCD impacted his faith, hoarding behaviours, scrupulosity, health anxiety, the process of getting therapy, advocacy, medication, setting up an IOCDF affiliate in IOWA, words of hope, and much more. Show notes:  https://theocdstories.com/episode/story-micah-howe-293 The podcast is made possible by NOCD. To find out more about NOCD, their therapy plans and if they currently take your insurance head over to https://go.treatmyocd.com/theocdstories

In episode 293 I interviewed Micah Howe who has kindly agreed to share his story with us. I chat with Micah about his OCD story, growing up as an evangelical Christian, his early memories of anxiety, fears of perfection, worries of offending people, how OCD impacted his faith, hoarding behaviours, scrupulosity, health anxiety, the process of getting therapy, advocacy, medication, setting up an IOCDF affiliate in IOWA, words of hope, and much more. Show notes: <a href="https://theocdstories.com/episode/story-micah-howe-293" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://theocdstories.com/episode/story-micah-howe-293</a> The podcast is made possible by NOCD. To find out more about NOCD, their therapy plans and if they currently take your insurance head over to <a href="https://go.treatmyocd.com/theocdstories" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://go.treatmyocd.com/theocdstories</a>

Story: Micah Howe (#293)

Micah Howe is a dedicated mental health advocate from rural Iowa. He is a strong advocate and a rising voice for those with lived experience. He was supposed to speak at the 33rd Annual Research and Policy Conference in March 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic put a halt to the conference.The Iconic Clown: Reflections on the Joker’s Popularity as the Personification of Mental Illness and What America Can Learn From Gotham City’s Mental Health SystemThe Joker has become a hot-button character in the last few years as it relates to mental illness and mass violence. But why? What is it about this villain that has garnered so much attention, and what might the Batman series teach us about psychosocial and political solutions to problems of behavioral health in society?In this episode, Micah candidly shares his journey through mental health treatment and support and his evolution as an advocate. He provides some great tips for those with mental illness, their families, and loved ones.What You'll LearnThe resources and support groups that are available to people with mental health illness and their families in Gotham CityA profound reflection on Micah's presentation: Reflections on the Joker’s Popularity as the Personification of Mental Illness and What America Can Learn From Gotham City’s Mental Health System. Useful tips for people with mental illness, their families, and loved ones coming from Micah's lived experience.And much more!Favorite Quote“Advocacy was just natural, you come through such a difficult journey, and finally start to get some breakthroughs.” - Micah HoweFor More Information: The International OCD FoundationThe National Alliance on Mental Illness

Micah Howe is a dedicated mental health advocate from rural Iowa. He is a strong advocate and a rising voice for those with lived experience. He was supposed to speak at the 33rd Annual Research and Policy Conference in March 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic put a halt to the conference.The Iconic Clown: Reflections on the Joker’s Popularity as the Personification of Mental Illness and What America Can Learn From Gotham City’s Mental Health SystemThe Joker has become a hot-button character in the last few years as it relates to mental illness and mass violence. But why? What is it about this villain that has garnered so much attention, and what might the Batman series teach us about psychosocial and political solutions to problems of behavioral health in society?In this episode, Micah candidly shares his journey through mental health treatment and support and his evolution as an advocate. He provides some great tips for those with mental illness, their families, and loved ones.What You'll Learn<ul><li>The resources and support groups that are available to people with mental health illness and their families in Gotham City</li><li>A profound reflection on Micah's presentation: Reflections on the Joker’s Popularity as the Personification of Mental Illness and What America Can Learn From Gotham City’s Mental Health System. </li><li>Useful tips for people with mental illness, their families, and loved ones coming from Micah's lived experience.</li><li>And much more!</li></ul>Favorite Quote“Advocacy was just natural, you come through such a difficult journey, and finally start to get some breakthroughs.” - Micah HoweFor More Information: <a href="https://iocdf.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The International OCD Foundation</a><a href="https://www.nami.org/Home/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The National Alliance on Mental Illness</a>

Reflections on the Joker’s Popularity and What America Can Learn From Gotham City’s Mental Health System: An Interview With Micah Howe