Talking with Tanya

In this special episode, I sit down with someone very close to my heart—my big brother, Meyo. While visiting California (where I grew up and lived for over 20 years), I had the chance to reconnect and record this sweet, simple conversation with him.Meyo is 40 years old and lives with an intellectual disability. He’s also on the autism spectrum, but that’s never stopped him from living life with so much heart, independence, and faith. He’s one of my best friends—we’ve spent countless days together growing up, and I wanted to share a little bit of his world with you.

In this first episode of Talking with Tanya, I open up about my life after turning 18—navigating adulthood, dealing with anxiety, and trying to find my path through all the chaos. I share the ups and downs of starting over (more than once), juggling school and work, and living with the pressure of family struggles—like supporting a mentally disabled older brother and dealing with a younger brother battling addiction. This is just the beginning of my journey toward self-discovery, healing, and growth.