Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#347 Paul Rust - Anxiety, OCD & Embarrassment
#347 Paul Rust - Anxiety, OCD & Embarrassment
#347 Paul Rust - Anxiety, OCD & Embarrassment
Friday 8th September 2017
Paul Rust shares his journey with anxiety, OCD, and people-pleasing on Mental Illness Happy Hour. Discover how therapy and vulnerability helped him find peace.
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Get the buttons here!Paul Rust's Journey with Anxiety, OCD, and Finding Peace
Maybe just something to consider as you go throughout your day, notice when you're agitated and say: is this worth giving my peace of mind away?
Ever wondered how someone in the limelight handles the pressure of mental health struggles? In this heartfelt episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', actor, writer, and comedian Paul Rust, known for his roles in Netflix's 'Love' and 'Inglourious Basterds', opens up about his battles with anxiety, OCD, and people-pleasing. Paul Gilmartin, the host, dives deep into Rust's experiences of taking on other people's emotions, the fear of letting others down, and the constant craving for attention.
Rust's candidness about his journey through shame, fear, and the role of therapy in finding emotional stability is both refreshing and inspiring. Rust doesn't shy away from discussing how vulnerability has been a game-changer for him. He shares how therapy has been instrumental in helping him connect with others on a deeper level and maintain his peace of mind.
One particularly relatable moment is when Rust talks about the everyday struggle of driving on the freeway and the importance of not letting external factors disturb his inner peace. He encourages listeners to notice when they're agitated and to question if it's worth sacrificing their peace of mind. Listeners will find Rust's honest and humorous storytelling both relatable and uplifting.
His reflections on childhood experiences and their impact on his mental health provide a profound understanding of the challenges many face. The conversation between Gilmartin and Rust is engaging, leaving listeners with valuable insights into managing anxiety, OCD, and the importance of vulnerability. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with similar issues or seeking to understand the complexities of mental health.
Rust's story is a testament to the power of therapy and vulnerability in achieving emotional stability and peace.