#29- Culture and Mental Health (with Diana Del Rosario)

Today, we are joined by guest, Diana Del Rosario who shares her struggles with depression coming from a Filipino background. She talks about what it was like being in an immigrant family and how mental health was never a topic of discussion or viewed as a valid illness. In many Asian cultures, emotional control is desired and any sign of distress is typically seen as a weakness. She explains how damaging this mentality can be and how difficult it was for her to even acknowledge what she was going through herself. Diana provides insight and advice for those who also may be struggling to navigate their family systems and accept their mental health issues. This episode is informative, eye-opening, and relatable! Be sure to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @therevolutionizedmind.