Mental Health & the Entertainment Industry with Keldamuzik Diva

If you’re a creative, performer or just someone trying to balance passion with mental health in a high-pressure world, this episode with Keldamuzik Diva is one you don’t want to miss.

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In this Mental Health Monday episode of Even Tacos Fall Apart, MommaFoxFire sits down with Keldamuzik Diva, a powerhouse hip hop artist, actress, producer and entrepreneur from the Bay Area. The two cover what it’s really like to chase creativity and success in the entertainment industry while navigating anxiety, burnout and the business side of things.

Keldamuzik shares how her journey started when she was just five years old, doing auditions and headshots during the heyday of shows like Full House. Over the years, her career evolved from modeling and acting to rapping, launching a beret fashion line and producing her own content - all while staying independent and true to herself. She talks openly about what it’s like to carry multiple creative projects and how ADHD plays a role in her work patterns. Her therapist once told her she had “an addiction to creating too many projects,” which she admits was eye-opening.

Mental health challenges are a huge part of the discussion. Keldamuzik gets real about dealing with anxiety, especially in an industry that can be both high-pressure and unpredictable. She opens up about how the pressure to succeed, the constant hustle, and dealing with gatekeepers can take a toll. Her coping tools? Kava tea, breathing exercises, working out and cooking. Therapy has played a big role too, especially in helping her slow down and manage her energy.

A key part of the conversation focuses on the contrast between fame and reality. Keldamuzik breaks down the misconception that getting signed to a label equals instant success. For her, staying independent means having creative freedom, owning her work and avoiding the toxic “puppet master” dynamic some artists face. She emphasizes the importance of artists doing the work for their fans, not just the algorithms. When she’s felt like quitting, it’s been those fan interactions - someone reciting her lyrics on the street, messages saying her work mattered - that have kept her going.

The two also talk about imposter syndrome, burnout and how important it is to stay grounded. Keldamuzik reflects on her experiences with performing, building her brand around strength and independence and rewriting the narrative of what it means to be a “diva.” For her, being a diva is about being assertive, not fake or flashy. It’s about claiming space unapologetically.

Toward the end, Keldamuzik touches on her philanthropic work with her beret line, which supports people with hair loss, and shares her hopes for an entertainment industry that better supports artists’ mental health. She calls out the need for real support - emotionally, financially and mentally - not just applause.

This conversation is packed with honesty, humor and heart. If you’ve ever chased a dream, felt the weight of expectations, or wondered if you're good enough, this one’s for you.