Episode 25: Therapy, Travel and Transformation: Christina's Story

In this episode of the Roll with Tay podcast, host Tasia reconnects with Christina, a friend from the TV production world. They discuss Christina's journey through career choices, mental health struggles, and the challenges of finding community in Los Angeles. Christina shares her experiences working in various high-profile roles, the impact of race and gender in corporate culture, and the difficulties of maintaining authenticity in a toxic work environment. The conversation highlights the importance of mental health awareness and the complexities of navigating professional relationships. In this conversation, Christina shares her experiences navigating toxic work cultures, particularly in relation to her mental health and career journey. She discusses the challenges she faced at previous jobs, the impact of a supportive environment at Netflix, and the struggles that arose during her time there. Christina also highlights her journey through therapy and recovery after a mental health crisis, advocating for the normalization of mental health discussions in the workplace. In this conversation, Christina shares her journey through mental health challenges, the stigma surrounding therapy, and the importance of self-care. She discusses her experiences with family expectations, the impact of remote work on mental health, and how travel has become a vital part of her healing process. Christina emphasizes the need for community support and the benefits of therapy, while also reflecting on her personal growth and future plans.