Pauleth Jauregui: The journey behind the artist

Content Warning: This episode contains a vulnerable conversation involving trauma, PTSD, and personal experiences that may be distressing for some viewers and listeners. Please use your discretion before listening.In this episode of Voices with Andreanet, I sit down with Paulette, a multi-talented artist whose journey has taken her through acting, singing, dancing, choreography, and the world of rock music.Paulette opens up about her life as an artist, sharing the highs and lows behind the scenes, the moments when she hit rock bottom, struggled with depression, and found the strength to keep creating. She talks about the challenges of pursuing an artistic career while being a mother, balancing family and passion, and the experiences that shaped who she is today.We also talk about her journey in music, including her time with the rock band Dharma, their performances in Chicago and surrounding areas, and what it means to express yourself through different forms of art.From her personal struggles to her biggest dreams, Paulette shares an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, creativity, motherhood, and the courage it takes to follow an artistic path.00:00 Introduction and catching up01:02 Chicago vs. Los Angeles. Life after moving02:42 Being a mom while building an acting career12:20 Meeting through the band Dharma and early artistic memories12:59 Broadway in Chicago and discovering theater opportunities19:36 Stage acting versus creating original work25:54 Anxiety, depression and finding her way back27:00 Why she stepped away from theater for music33:58 Auditioning for West Side Story34:40 Immigration, identity and representation on stage42:33 Life backstage and the reality of performing49:33 Advice for artists chasing their dreams56:11 Opportunities, festivals and learning to say no1:02:16 How she met her husband1:03:17 Music industry vs. acting industry1:09:02 Balancing career, motherhood and everyday life1:15:53 Learning English as a second language1:29:30 Fear, confidence and speaking up1:36:16 Latino representation and West Side Story2:12:11 Current projects and what's next