Overcoming Anxiety And OCD With Kyle Elliott | Tracking Happiness Podcast Ep. 5
In this episode of the Tracking Happiness Podcast, I sit down with Kyle Elliott, a career coach specializing in tech executives, to discuss his inspiring journey of overcoming mental health challenges.
Kyle opens up about his struggles with OCD and anxiety, his five-year battle with chronic migraines, and how a two-minute diagnosis changed his life. He shares the four pillars that help him manage his mental health: medication, therapy, self-care, and community, along with his love for Disneyland as a meaningful part of his self-care routine.
Throughout the conversation, we discuss the stigma surrounding mental health, the importance of storytelling in mental health recovery, and tips for finding joy beyond work for those struggling with work addiction.
Tune in for an insightful and uplifting discussion about navigating mental health challenges and finding happiness.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
01:23 Meet Kyle Elliott: Career Coach and Disney Enthusiast
03:31 Kyle's Journey with Mental Health
06:34 The Diagnosis and Treatment Journey
12:33 Living with Anxiety and OCD
15:17 Recognizing the Signs and Seeking Help
19:26 Kyle's Personal Experiences with OCD
21:01 Understanding Anxiety and OCD
22:21 The Role of Disney in Self-Improvement
25:51 Navigating Therapy and Finding the Right Therapist
28:50 The Importance of Community
31:05 Career Coaching and Mental Health
35:51 Overcoming Work Addiction
37:27 Finding Joy Outside of Work
39:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
