Guardian

2024 - 4 - 14

From OCD to Euphoria: A Journey of Self-Discovery with Big Zuu

Bafta Award - Big Zuu - Cooking - Mental Health - Music - OCD

Discover how one woman's struggle with OCD transformed into a euphoric experience with music and cooking. Plus, find out the surprising link between mental disorders and brain diseases!

From being the poster girl for OCD to questioning everything she thought she knew, one woman's journey of self-discovery took a unique turn. The perception of mental disorders as organic brain diseases challenged her beliefs, leading to a new perspective on mental health. In a twist of fate, music and cooking entered her life, bringing a sense of euphoria that she never thought possible. The transformation from OCD to a newfound passion sparked a wave of introspection and growth. Meanwhile, Big Zuu, the rapper and presenter, shared insights into his life, highlighting the joy music and cooking bring him. Despite coming from a large family and dodging Tinder, winning a Bafta brought out unexpected emotions, showcasing the power of recognition. Big Zuu's story resonates with the idea that different passions can lead to euphoric experiences and personal fulfillment.

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I was the poster girl for OCD. Then I began to question everything I'd ... (The Guardian)

This was due to the received wisdom that mental disorders are diseases of the brain with organic, biological root causes; and to the medical language that ...

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Big Zuu: 'Music and cooking make me feel euphoric' (The Guardian)

The rapper and presenter, 28, on coming from a massive family, avoiding Tinder and why winning a Bafta made him want to cry.

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