Alan’s journey: coming from ’behind the mask’ of OCD and embracing his 2nd act.

In this episode, I speak with Alan Sowersby, who shares his journey of battling OCD throughout his career.

Alan discusses the challenges he faced while hiding behind a mask of confidence, the tipping point that led him to seek help, and how he rediscovered his passion for writing. Through poetry and self-expression, Alan learned to embrace his vulnerabilities and celebrate his neurodiversity, ultimately finding empowerment in sharing his story.

Takeaways

• Alan battled with OCD throughout his career, impacting his personal and professional life.
• He felt like he was living behind a mask, projecting confidence while struggling internally.
• The turning point for Alan came when he realised he needed help and sought therapy.
• Writing became a therapeutic outlet for Alan, allowing him to express his emotions.
• His retirement speech marked a significant moment of vulnerability and authenticity.
• Alan's journey emphasises that it's never too late to rewrite your own story.
• He learned to embrace his neurodiversity and celebrate his unique experiences.
• Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness, and can lead to empowerment.
• Transformation is possible at any age when one embraces authenticity. 

Chapters

00:00 - The Mask of Perception

02:05 - Understanding OCD and Its Impact

11:07 - The Tipping Point: Coming Out from Behind the Mask

18:22 - Act Two: Rediscovering Passion Through Writing

30:22 - Embracing Authenticity and Vulnerability

 

Learn more about Alan:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-sowersby-5342969/

 

The book 'Breaking my Silence':

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breaking-My-Silence-longer-anxiety/dp/1916920764

 

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