Journey Through Music: Fatima Gerendas's Path with Bipolar Paris converses with Fatima Gerendas, a Guatemalan singer and songwriter based in Vienna. Fatima shares her inspiring journey blending pop with alternative vibes to address overlooked societal topics through her music, rooted in personal stories of struggle and growth.
Diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 24, Fatima discusses the impact of her diagnosis on her life and relationships, and how music has been a therapeutic outlet for her.
She talks about her album 'Two 4 Truce,' which chronicles her experiences with bipolar disorder. Fatima emphasizes the significance of music in helping her process emotions, understand triggers, and find peace.
Throughout the discussion, she highlights the support from her family and the importance of self-acceptance and resilience.
Listeners are invited to connect with Fatima here and explore her music that not only narrates her story but also resonates deeply with a broader audience.
Make sure to check out Love Well Bipolar here if you love someone (partner, son, daughter, etc.) living with bipolar and you want to support them better.00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:20 Meet Fatima Horez: A Journey with Music01:42 First Encounters with Bipolar Disorder03:51 Coping Mechanisms and Support Systems08:43 The Healing Power of Music21:52 Impact and Connection through Music26:42 Future Projects and Final Thoughts