Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#622 Best Of - OG Iranian Freedom Fighter Nadereh Fanaeian
#622 Best Of - OG Iranian Freedom Fighter Nadereh Fanaeian
#622 Best Of - OG Iranian Freedom Fighter Nadereh Fanaeian
Friday 16th December 2022
Nadereh Fanaeian recounts her escape from Iran and her fight for survival on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'. A story of courage and resilience.
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Get the buttons here!Nadereh Fanaeian: From Revolutionary to Resilient Survivor
It is a second to second struggle to come through these things to get to a place where you could sit and say: and to This Day, even like now, I'm like: oh fuck, am I misrepresenting myself? So I don't know when or how, in or in what, what speed I can get to wholeness, because every day I wake up I have to sort this out.
What does it take to flee your homeland while six months pregnant, after the execution of your husband, and still find the strength to rebuild your life? Nadereh Fanaeian's story is a testament to human resilience and courage. In this gripping episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Nadereh, a former Marxist revolutionary who escaped Iran during the 1988 prisoner massacre.
This harrowing event saw over 5,000 people killed, including Nadereh’s husband, marking the beginning of a lifelong struggle against oppression and displacement that continues in Iran today. Nadereh eventually made her way to San Francisco, where she became a nurse at a psychiatric hospital. Remarkably, despite two hours of conversation, her experiences as a nurse aren't even touched upon, underscoring the sheer magnitude of the drama she has endured.
Nadereh opens up about her battles with survivor’s guilt, betrayal, loss, discrimination, and poverty. Her story is not just one of survival but also of unyielding spirit and determination. This episode is more than just a recounting of past events; it’s a powerful reminder of the strength found in vulnerability and the importance of sharing one's story. Nadereh's journey highlights how opening up can foster healing and connection with others who have faced similar struggles.
Her narrative is both inspiring and sobering, illustrating that even in the darkest times, hope and resilience can shine through. For anyone seeking a story that embodies the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, this episode is a must-listen. Nadereh Fanaeian’s incredible journey will leave you reflecting on the power of courage and the importance of sharing our struggles.