Creative Roots Podcast
Creative Roots Podcast is where stories begin. Every week, host Tae sits down with artists, entrepreneurs, and makers of all kinds to explore the journey before the spotlight—when the vision was still raw, and the hustle was rooted in passion, not popularity.
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2026: Ambitious Goals And Mental Health - Natasha | Ep. 39
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In this episode of Creative Roots, Tae sits down with a graduating classmate and trusted professional, Natasha - a licensed therapist, speaker, writer, and Founder of Up Company, PLLC.
Titled “2026: Ambitious Goals and Mental Health,” this conversation hits a necessary balance: dreaming big while protecting your mental well-being.
With so many creatives - including past guests and Tae himself - openly navigating anxiety, burnout, pressure, and self-doubt, it was time to bring in an expert who understands both ambition and mental health.
We discuss:
Setting ambitious personal and professional goals without self-destruction
Mental health challenges creatives often ignore until it’s too late
Content creation, consistency, and emotional sustainability
How to recognize when hustle culture is doing more harm than good
Practical ways to check in with yourself while still pushing forward
This is an hour-long conversation full of perspective, clarity, and real gems for anyone building toward their next chapter.
If you’re planning for 2026, feeling the weight of expectations, or trying to grow without losing yourself - this episode is required listening.
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