Chrystyan D. Cross shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Chrystyan D., we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: Have any recent moments made you laugh or feel proud?
My podcast & brand ThaMonthly recently hit the 3 year mark (May, 2025).
2 Seasons. 24 Episodes. Created a spinoff show from the main idea. Over 3K followers/subscribers across all platforms. Speaker & panelist opportunities. Awards and Advocacy work. Lobbying for Reproductive rights in Washington D.C. and beyond.
If someone told me this was the trajectory in 2022, I would’ve definitely laughed. Now though, I feel very blessed and grateful.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Chrystyan Cross, but I am commonly known as Chrys At ThaMonthly. I am a Podcaster, Speaker, Author & Activist.
After being treated unfairly about my reproductive condition by the Fortune 500 company I was employed by, I created ThaMonthly Podcast in May, 2022 to advocate for the reproductive health & rights of all with priority to BIPOC women. I am an Endometriosis & PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) survivor of over 15 years.
Later, along with my spouse, I founded The Inkk Advocates of Oklahoma, a non-profit working to implant free menstrual products in schools & public spaces. We also bring awareness to the period poverty epidemic in the state.
Along with my activist & advocacy work in reproductive health, I most recently joined the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to work with others on eradicating period poverty & amplifying abortion rights, amongst other reproductive health issues.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. What part of you has served its purpose and must now be released?
I am answering this question from a personal view…and professional.
This past year showed me how to cease waiting on or asking permission for MY MOMENT.
For years, I subjected myself to missed opportunities & second guessed my decision making. This was due to overthinking, assisting and pouring into other projects/people while neglecting myself, along with fear of potentially being offensive to others while seeking my own progression.
I no longer operate in this mindset.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
Give yourself grace. Allow yourself true time, everything allotted for you is coming, I promise.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? Is the public version of you the real you?
Indubitably. Whether you know me personally, professionally, or as a fleeting acquaintance, I am unapologetically Chrys. In person, on social media & beyond.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
That I enjoyed life & the multiple dimensions I experienced within it.
That I loved unconditionally, irrevocably. I hope my passion for who I served and what I advocated for transcends generations. I pray that the work I did and the information I shared with the masses helps someone, or potentially saves a life.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://msha.ke/thamonthly
- Instagram: @thamonthly
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrys-at-thamonthly
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100079477586447
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thamonthly
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