Kaveri Kapur opens up about her OCD journey: 'I've dealt with this for a long time

Kaveri Kapur

Singer-songwriter, actor Kaveri Kapur has taken a powerful step in destigmatizing mental health by opening up about her journey with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). In a heartfelt social media post, she shared her personal experiences and the coping mechanisms she has developed over the years - hoping her story might offer comfort and support to anyone else facing similar struggles.

Kaveri's vulnerability sheds light on the often-misunderstood realities of OCD - a condition marked by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors that go far beyond simple habits. Her post is a reminder that while mental health battles are deeply personal, sharing them can create collective strength.

Kaveri Kapur on her OCD journey

In her own words, Kaveri said: "I'm having a rough night. My OCD is really acting up. If you don't know a lot about OCD, it basically comes with a lot of intrusive thoughts and rumination and compulsions. I keep wondering whether I've turned the lights off or the geyser off, even when I know I have - then keep checking and worrying about it."

Despite the challenges, Kaveri has found empowering ways to manage her condition. She continued: "I've dealt with this for a long time, so I don't know - this might help someone who needs it."

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One of her most unique coping strategies involves naming her OCD 'Bob', a method of personification that helps her create psychological distance from the intrusive thoughts.

"Whenever my OCD starts acting up, I just say, 'Oh Bob, here Bob goes again.' It helps me see the irrationality in the thought pattern - it's like dealing with someone I know who doesn't always make sense."

She concluded her post by sharing her nighttime self-care ritual, saying she planned to do a sound bath to calm her nervous system and ease into sleep.
"Hopefully I wake up feeling less anxious in the morning. So pray for me," she added with optimism and grace.

Kaveri's willingness to share her story with honesty and compassion sets a powerful example for others. Her openness not only helps normalize conversations around mental health but also reminds people that they're not alone - and that healing, though gradual, is always possible.