Maria Bamford - 28th Annual OCD Conference Keynote

[@AutomateTheBoringStuff]

"Everyone's doing the best they can. Sometimes it's not that good." This fills me with immense relief.

[@blazepetty6233]

nice reference!!!

[@josephgentile3330]

She's not just one of my favorite comedians. She's one of my favorite people.

[@kmielhe4069]

Brilliant, hilarious- and so much heart. A dazzling keynote for this incredible conference. Maria Bamford is a national treasure.

[@dculp9284]

Would that the nation knew of this treasure. 😃

[@megankwisdom]

She really is 💜

[@Vampireprice]

so. finding this video today may have just saved my life.

[@adamfrbs9259]

Still alive?

[@Vampireprice]

@@adamfrbs9259 alive and i know myself better than i have in years

[@Kathy_1991]

​@@adamfrbs9259I was about to ask pretty much the same thing. But I wanted to formulate it more... politely :)

[@Kathy_1991]

We are all depressed here, so don't worry too much about it. I hope you feel a little bit better.

[@Vampireprice]

@@adamfrbs9259 yes ~

[@roadlesstraveled34]

God I am so glad she's in the world and I got to find her.

[@gabrielmaroto18]

Yesss!

[@mrtnpope]

She is magnificent, fearless, heroic

[@debwalli5145]

love her. she’s brave

[@Mayabee321]

Did anyone else get emotional after the story about the Hertz rental car lady? “I believe every human life has value”. Hilarious, yes, but also very touching.

[@capt2026]

Maria has moved from gifted comedian to a gifted voice for good. She is becoming a national treasure.

[@nanwilder2853]

Wrongo Bongo : She IS a National Treasure! Period, end of story.

[@davidxbeats]

My favorite comedian of all time! As someone who has struggled with OCD their whole life, her stories always make me feel not so alone and like someone understands what it's like in my head. They say that most brilliant people probably have some sort of disorder because they don't think like most people. Maria is proof of that. She may have her issues....but she is a total GENIUS in my opinion. ❤❤❤

[@nanwilder2853]

Well DUH, brainiac. Aren’t we all “proof” of something? (The C in my OCD is very clench-y right now, so don’t fret, Mr. Beats.) Happy Holidays, December 2024, and “Ho, Ho, Ho!” to all, unless you prefer (like moi) “Bah Humbug!”

[@mostHumblePersonAlive]

It's extremely therapeutic to me to watch Maria Bamford talk about intrusive thoughts. I'll go the rest of the day without having any after listening to her talk about them.

[@PaullyMiller]

I have suffered from intrusive thoughts, particularly in my mid 20s through 30s, and hearing about Maria's experience de-stigmatized it for me. I loved her for her comedy long before she came out with her mental health journey and became not only hilarious, but a caring wise woman in her times.

[@publius9350]

"You look fine, which I guess at Kaiser Permanente is a diagnosis.". 😅

[@GodlessPhilosopher]

I love herrrrr

[@wohdinhel]

Maria Bamford’s stand-up changed my life in ways I can’t even begin to describe. I’m so glad to see that she finally got to a place where she feels comfortable and loved. she deserves it; we all deserve it.

[@madnessbydesignVria]

Maria is the best. She was the first person I heard talk about Unwanted Thought Syndrome, and it was eye opening. Thank you, Maria... :)

[@Trader_JMB]

I've watched this video 100 times.

[@lmpnchi9416]

This is one of the best speeches I've ever seen, ever. Love her SO much.

[@kevinouellette4443]

Absolutely brilliant, Bamford, you make us laugh at the toughest things to laugh about. ♥

[@LetsBeClear87]

Authenticity at its peak.. i adore this woman. Maria has been a reliable pillar of honest discourse, you KNOW you’re getting a piece of her soul when she speaks - it feels like a deep deep sharing of personal truth. Even down to the tone and cadence of her voice, it’s so expressive. So her. I love it

[@billdursa4976]

Maria is a wonderfully funny and bright person. She is worthy of living any life she wants to. We all have some sort of issues. You go girl!

[@GlesgaBumble]

Not only is she one of the most inventive, funniest performers ever, she's one of the rarest of breeds: a kind human being. More power to you lassie!!

[@jeffdawson2786]

Maria is the only one who can make me laugh and cry simultaneously.

[@stevea.b.9282]

Maria is my favourite comedian of all time, she's just wonderful. She's also the most inspirational person I know with regard to dealing with mental health issues. God bless her, even if he is a silly goose.

[@susank580]

That was PHENOMENAL!!! Rare, raw, and authentic.

[@elmundosubterraneo]

Thank you Maria for being you and sharing a little of that with me.

[@Mary-zk8lo]

Maria is def the best comedian

[@mellowyellow3856]

Hysterical laugh out loud funny shit right here! Maria, I donated $20 to the scholarship fund so someone can attend next year to this organization! You are the best! Keep coming back!

[@IOCDF]

Thank you so much for your donation!

[@holyworrier]

I'd call her speech an eleven outta ten. She handled it with aplomb.

[@seanstaskiewicz8433]

Love 'Lady Dynamite' Maria!

[@christiec1210]

America’s sweetheart!

[@nishasankaran]

Nihilistic napping, just tap out 😅😬…She’s so brilliant and spot on and whew the truth hurts …and ofc she’s hilarious. F’ing gold ❤✨

[@josef2012]

The fact that you need a disclaimer about "comedy" is both sad+hilarious. Great Job!

[@bathcat2686]

Hahahaha!!! As a 42 year old, with 4 stints in rehab, 2 in inpatient mental health facilities, and years in and out of 12 step cults, I understand.

[@sandradelafuente6877]

She's so freaking funny!! Maria Bamford thank you for sharing your experience!!

[@Mallowolf]

Seeing the humor in stuff that is horrid when you're in the thick of it is really healing. And Maria Bamford is the absolute best person for it, she's hilarious and smart and incisive. I love you Maria!

[@Motoroil20xx]

I just saw her in Portland recently and I think she mentioned that she was going to do this seminar, I’m glad I came across this recording of it!

[@karlee3095]

I don't have OCD but I love Maria Bamford and can relate to a lot of what she said.

[@alliciaschmoker2513]

This was the best, most inspiring speech I've ever heard about ocd.

[@IOCDF]

We are glad you enjoyed it!

[@sc-xm7ys]

She was great!! So 😂!

[@arctother5176]

Not only an excellent comedian but someone who’s vulnerability and honesty commands respect.

[@MishaGreer]

from a licensed mental health professional, Maria-thank you! I really don't know how you could /would will/are going to digest my thanks...WTF, your crazy is just okay. A lot of folks have you beat. keep sharing. and stay upright.

[@somewhat-blue]

I thought I was far enough into my recovery to not have any more “oh thank god that’s not just me” moments, but “maybe you’re just tricking everyone into thinking you’re a lesbian and actually you’re straight” really got me. 😂 It’s wild how as soon as you realize you’re actually gay and your OCD was onto something with that one, all the “oh no, what if I’m gay” thoughts just instantly, seamlessly transform into “oh no, what if I’m straight”.

[@The_Sunset_King]

Props to whoever chose that background lighting/color. It's super calming and really compliments Maria!

[@splabbity]

Maria Bamford is GLORIOUS.

[@darrylcorcoran8913]

A serious comedy crush for decades

[@JakeSymbolASMR]

One of my favorite things of her I’ve seen

[@holyworrier]

Amen.

[@nellytube4537]

She is awesome!!❤

[@D0nut42]

I started my Sunday morning by watching this, and it's honestly given me a great boost to tackle the day.

[@robbymyrick]

Oh. My. God!!! I absolutely love this entire speech 💜🤣⭐️

[@austinZen8800]

Genius in the house.

[@dielaughing73]

The BAMF

[@jermx269]

"But my thumb is ok!" Haha

[@caroline___]

My favorite!!

[@noBodyuNope]

I love you Maria! Keep on keeping it real!!!! 🙏

[@dedg0st]

i love how she reminds me that I can have more issues than just bipolar disorder 😊❤🎉

[@tnijoo5109]

So many more!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎊🎊🥳🥳🥳🥳💃🏻💃🏻🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽😻😻😻

[@brandontylerburt]

Maria Bamford is brilliant and my new favorite comedian.

[@sambrownsings]

God she’s brilliant.

[@DeborahFox-c9c]

I loved her in Portlandia and Lady Dynamite! As a Christian with OCD I didn't agree with everything she shared but can totally agree that there has been a LOT of hurt done by religious groups over the years that have no formal training in therapy. Especially traumatic for those with scrupulosity/religiosity OCD.

[@dk_kardboard]

The best!

[@bobtaylor7197]

You know , I can relate😮

[@igotthchop]

Bravo Maria, thank you!

[@segamai]

This is so, so important. The intrusive thoughts she mentions are *specifically* brought on because they are the *worst* thing you can imagine, and the *last* thing you’d ever actually want to do. But your brain is disordered for X reason and just goes “But are you sure” over, and over, and over again

[@holyworrier]

I wish you peace of mind.

[@segamai]

@@holyworrier Thank you! Luckily (a relative term, of course), they happened only episodically in my life. I mean.. They could sometimes last years lol, but it's the internet resources and people like Maria who made me realise what I said in my comment above. For me it's all anxiety-based and I've made peace with a good chunk already, and I hope that with my current therapy we can unpeal the rest of that onion. Have a nice day!

[@tinjadog]

She is tremendous. ❤️❤️❤️

[@EricaBassi99]

Wonderful

[@josephballerini3730]

Parts of this made me belly laugh: “Maria, it’s OK if you’re gay”.

[@JoelFountain]

"It's my birthday, Dad" 😂 Maria is a treasure

[@stacysingledecker7288]

Maria you are the best❤😂🎉

[@jeremyphillips7827]

Maria really is a gift. ❤

[@IOCDF]

We agree!

[@natalieshark]

God I love her.

[@carkrueger]

Fantastic speech

[@garywhitt98]

Maybe you have to be this different to be this wonderful.

[@lisbethbird8268]

I thought this was a legit academic event. Laugh. True. Solid fan forever, truly.

[@traceyheckel6833]

Omg she makes me laugh so hard.

[@longshot789]

Damn what a huge set

[@geauxgaia]

Maria Bamford has been an Absolute Favorite Genius Fairy Goddess Inspiration for a very long time! I Love You So Much!!!💗💗💗💗💗

[@WmJ-x7j]

What I do know is that my body feels like it's filled with bees; but my thumb is ok.

[@rwv3n]

i love her so much! the anti-abortion clinic joke is hilarious!!!

[@SapphireMist888]

Love this.

[@jilliankavanaugh7971]

Love you, Maria! And Thank YOU!

[@jeremyhowe1730]

As long as I clench my fists in random intervals while watching this I wont feel compelled watch it again and again...

[@metaloperalypse]

Rookie mistake. Never tell the weekend psychiatrist anything except for unwanted side effects of medications 😂

[@BCKBCK]

Oh gosh I love her so much

[@sweetpeanmolly]

I absolutely love her! What a comedic genius!

[@thethomasraymond]

Incredible. Actually useful ideas. Love this so much. Thankyou Maria

[@Chris-cq5pw]

That was so good

[@bc2752]

My favorite comedian!!!!!!

[@bboppppppppppppp]

my actual hero is maria

[@JDHURF]

I'm so gratified to see my assessment of 12 step programs and the pervasiveness of cults and cult attitude and behavior be expressed on such a platform by such a well known and hilarious comic. She nails 12 step cults. The Waffle House night manager therapist was the coup de grace.

[@RO8YO]

Keynote GOAT!

[@HumanFellaPerson]

One of the best!

[@bonniegrrl]

Maria Bamford should do the keynote speech for ALL conferences! If you love this speech, you should check out her book: "Sure, I'll Join Your Cult: A Memoir of Mental Illness and the Quest to Belong Anywhere." Her memoir really is both funny and insightful for anyone wanting to get mental health help via therapy and support groups.

[@simuliid]

She is so fucking funny. What a brilliant woman.

[@clairekorte6048]

Fucking love Maria bamford 😂

[@thrownforaloop58]

Same👏👏👏😎

[@anticarnism]

This is incredible 👏❤

[@holyworrier]

Maria's brilliant schtick is the envy of countless other comedians.

[@anticarnism]

@@holyworrier I think so too 💜 she's just. Real. Love it. No filter but still kind

[@madelinekrane3200]

incredible

[@b.l.fisher8230]

Lady Dynamite does again! Luv ya Maria...

[@teriscallon]

I love her

[@RedRose-id4sd]

Hey Maria you are an awesome person and so talented. I'm so glad I got to see you perform live and that you do stuff like this!

[@voltcorp]

it's crazy how y'all still don't have free healthcare. I'm glad maria managed to make enough money to still be with us. love her stuff.

[@lmpnchi9416]

Truly. The US is the only so-called "developed" country without nationalized healthcare. This is because insurance corporations and big pharma are permitted to lobby (and pay for) our elected officials. We are made to contribute via our taxes to nationalized healthcare in Israel, however (among other activities). It's mind-boggling.

[@mariamcdonald345]

The bit about questioning your sexuality cracked me up. As a bi woman married to a man, the struggle is real.

[@wakygee]

❤

[@lkbwheewhee53]

She's the best!