In this episode of Authentically Rachel, Rachel sits down with a longtime friend Sarah Carter to talk about living with OCD, receiving a diagnosis in adulthood, and navigating faith in the middle of invisible struggles. Sarah shares honestly about mental health, suffering, and the importance of compassion, reminding listeners that even in the hardest seasons, they are not alone.

Resources Mentioned:

NOCD.com – a resource Sarah recommends for OCD education and treatment support
Sarah’s Instagram: @ocdandjesus

Notable Quotes:

“It’s not a joke, it’s not a nuance, it’s not a personality trait—it is truly suffering.”
“Sometimes all you need is for that person to listen.”
“Mommy’s brain tells her there’s danger even when there’s not.”
“Isolation is beyond comparison to physical suffering.”
“To live is to give—if you’re not giving, you’re not living.”

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