Episode
The Root Cause of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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- Vedic Worldview
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- Jun 21, 2026
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- 2222
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Summary
Does Nature really need us to organize forest floors? And do we all suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) to some extent? We often think of OCD as being a personal affliction, but as Thom explains in this episode, it's much broader than that, reflecting a general lack of trust in Nature's organizing power. Thom explores OCD through the lenses of entropy, control, addiction, and inner order, and how we can collectively display OCD-like traits. Thom explains how Vedic Meditation can complement existing treatments by helping the brain settle into a more orderly state., and he also shares a simple coming-to-your-senses technique that can help quiet obsessive momentum in the moment. Listen or watch to learn how a deeper experience of inner order can change the way we relate to the world around us. Episode Highlights [00:45] The Search for Order [04:32] Heat Reveals Perceived Disorder [09:24] Nature Orders the Forest [12:50] When Order Turns Dysfunctional [16:22] Meditation Restores Inner Order [20:21] Q - What quiets obsessive compulsive thoughts? [20:36] A - Nature Knows Best How to Organize [22:50] Do Less, Accomplish More [25:53] Come to Your Senses [28:31] Q - Is OCD similar to addiction? [28:42] A - Addiction and External Control [33:11] Growing Field Independence You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/PjWnIbONr3I Useful Links [email protected] https://thomknoles.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoles https://www.facebook.com/thethomknoles https://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoles https://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/