Tea Talk with Darya

Darya
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A podcast for deep, intentional conversations on clarity, alignment, and designing a life that truly feels like yours. Join me as we explore personal growth, mindset shifts, and the practical steps to create a life you love—one intentional step at a time

  1. 3D AGO

    When Life Doesn’t Pause (But You Still Have To Show Up)

    Life doesn’t pause when something big happens. It keeps moving — even when your nervous system is overloaded, your heart is carrying grief, and the world feels heavy. In this episode, Darya shares a real-time reflection on what it looks like to stay grounded in the middle of major personal transition, pressure, and loss — without becoming numb, cold, or performative. You’ll learn what “emotional discipline” actually is (and what it isn’t), why your nervous system matters more than your mindset in hard moments, and three tangible anchors you can use immediately when life feels like a lot. This one is designed to leave you feeling steadier — not sadder. In This Episode, We Talk About: What happens after emotional intensity — the crash that no one names Why emotional discipline is a skill (not a personality trait) The difference between being “strong” and being regulated The moment Darya had to show up five minutes after receiving hard news How to stop spiraling when your mind feels unreliable Three practical anchors to lead yourself through chaotic seasons The 3 Anchors Darya Shares: Regulate before you react (your thoughts get clearer when your body settles) Shrink the time frame (don’t solve the month — solve the next hour) Choose your identity in the moment (“Who do I want to be right now?”) Quick Reflection Question: What’s required of you in the next 60 minutes — not the whole week? Mentioned: Mid/Late March Workshop (coming soon): Darya will be hosting a live workshop in March focused on building a stronger foundation for alignment, clarity, and self-leadership. Details will be shared soon.If This Episode Helped You: Share it with a friend who’s carrying a lot right now — someone who needs steadiness, not more pressure. And if you haven’t yet, follow Tea Talk with Darya so you don’t miss the March workshop announcement.

    10 min

  2. FEB 17

    1+ Million Voices: February 14th, Iranian Unity & the Hope for a Free Iran

    On February 14th, 2026, more than 1+ million Iranians across the globe gathered in peaceful protest —standing in solidarity with those inside Iran and calling for freedom after 47 years of oppression. This episode is a reflection on: • The February 14th global Iranian protest • The emotional impact of worldwide unity • How Iranians showed dignity, discipline, and strength • What resilience looks like after decades of struggle • Holding grief and hope at the same time Across cities worldwide, Iranians marched peacefully —offering roses to police officers, serving tea, cleaning the streets before leaving, and showing the world who we are. This was not chaos. This was civilization. This was unity. As part of the Iranian diaspora, Darya shares a deeply personal reflection on what this day meant —not only politically, but emotionally and historically. To Iranians inside Iran: We see you. We stand with you. To the global community: Thank you for allowing us to march in your streets. Thank you for your patience. Your support means more than you know. Iran will be free. Why This Matters For 47 years, Iranians have carried hope. This moment showed: • We are organized. • We are disciplined. • We are determined. And when unity meets courage, history shifts. Share This Episode  If this episode moved you: • Share it with someone who believes in freedom • Send it to a friend who wants to understand what happened on February 14th • Leave a review so more people can hear this story Unity grows when stories are shared. Connect Instagram: @daryamaeki Podcast: Tea Talk with Darya

    8 min

  3. FEB 10

    Dear Darya: When Fear Is Driving Your Decisions (And How to Come Back to Yourself)

    In today’s Dear Darya episode, we’re talking about something so many of us experience—but rarely name out loud: making decisions from fear instead of alignment. If you’ve ever rushed a decision just to quiet the anxiety… If you’ve said yes when something didn’t feel right… If you’ve chosen “safe” and later wondered why it still felt off… This episode is for you. Darya reads a listener’s letter about fear, urgency, and regret—and gently unpacks why fear gets so loud in moments of uncertainty, how it disguises itself as logic, and what it actually costs us in the long run. She also shares a very real, personal story from her own life—about making a decision under pressure—and what it taught her about fear, decision fatigue, and trusting herself again. This is a grounded, compassionate conversation about: Why fear hates open space and uncertaintyThe difference between fear and intuitionHow fear quietly reroutes us away from alignmentThe patterns that keep us stuck in “good enough”And the one question that can change how you make decisions foreverThis episode isn’t about judging past choices. It’s about learning how to pause, listen, and come back to yourself—even when fear is present. A question to sit with after listening: What decision would I make if fear wasn’t part of the equation? You don’t need to eliminate fear to make aligned decisions. You just need to stop letting it lead. Have a question for Dear Darya? You’re always welcome to write in. Send your letter to hello@daryamaeki.com or DM Darya on Instagram. All letters are confidential, and names are never shared. If this episode resonated, consider sharing it with someone who’s standing at a crossroads—or leaving a review so more people can find these conversations when they need them most. Until next time, sip slow, stay soft—and come back to yourself. ☕✨

    13 min

  4. FEB 3

    I Moved to Spain: The Truth About Following Your Values

    What if the life you really want isn’t about a master plan—but a moment of honesty? In this personal episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing something I haven’t spoken about publicly until now: I moved to Spain. Not for a job. Not for a relationship. Not for a checklist. I moved based on one thing—my values. I’ll take you behind the scenes of how I made one of the biggest decisions of my life—not because it made logical sense, but because it felt deeply aligned. This isn’t just about moving abroad. It’s about reclaiming your power to choose a life that reflects who you are, even when it’s hard. 💡 This episode is for you if: You’re at a crossroads and craving clarityYou’ve been choosing comfort over courageYou’re longing for alignment—but don’t know where to startYou want to feel more at home in your lifeWhether or not Spain is in your future, this episode will remind you that you don’t need permission to choose what lights you up. Join Me on This Journey I’ll be sharing more of what it looks like to live in alignment—from Madrid, and from the heart. Come with me. Let’s design lives we love, starting right where we are. 🔗 Resources Mentioned: Download your Free Core Values Self-AuditListen to Episode: Start Where You AreWant to work together? Learn about 1:1 coaching📣 Let’s Stay Connected: If this episode spoke to you, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Tag me on Instagram @daryamaeki and let me know: What would it look like to choose your values today? Until next time, sip slow, stay soft, and remember: you don’t need permission to choose what lights you up.

    10 min

  5. JAN 27

    Set Yourself Up Right: Design Beats Willpower (Every Time)

    If your habits only work on your best day, they’re not habits—they’re hopes. In this episode, Darya shares a design-first approach to habits so the right choice becomes the easiest choice. You’ll learn how to smooth the first 10 seconds of any routine, make evenings phone-light and sleep-friendly, keep 9 p.m. snacks in check, protect your creativity (“create before you consume”), and make walks and workouts ridiculously doable. Gentle, practical, no perfection required. What you’ll learn Why setup beats “more discipline” (and how the brain follows least resistance) The “First 10 Seconds” method to lock in momentum Simple evening swaps that improve sleep (phone out, book in) How to defuse late-night snacking by designing the pantry/fridge A realistic creativity rule: one paragraph before inbox Tiny-move fitness: the 8-minute promise that actually sticks Darya’s real-life example (food & energy) Subtle protein goal in practice: visible, grab-and-go options Closing-the-kitchen ritual: brew tea, prepare for tomorrow—Future-You says thanks. Try-this-tonight (60-second challenge) Pick one habit: “After ____, I’ll ____ for ____.” Prep the first 10 seconds: place the object, charge the thing, queue the track. Add one safeguard: phone sleeps outside the bedroom / text a friend “done.” Join the conversation Want behind-the-scenes of Darya’s protein setup and simple meals? Hop into her Instagram broadcast this week for low-lift, real-life shares.Share the episode If this helped, send it to a friend who’s trying to build better routines this year. Small setups compound fast.  —  Until next time: sip slow, stay soft, and let design carry you when motivation can’t.

    14 min

  6. JAN 20

    The Courage to Redesign Your Life (Even If You Don’t Have a Plan Yet)

    Do you ever feel stuck… but not exactly unhappy? Like something’s off, but you can’t name what? In today’s episode, Darya shares the real story of a client who felt that exact way—until she found the courage to begin again. You’ll hear how one small step (taken without a perfect plan) led to clarity, confidence, and a whole new chapter of alignment. Whether you’re questioning your career, craving change, or just feeling out of sync with your life—this episode is your reminder that you’re allowed to start over. And you don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. In this episode, we cover: Why “clarity” is a result—not a prerequisiteThe power of starting before you feel readyHow one coaching client found her passion and redesigned her lifeJournal prompts to get you unstuckA gentle but strategic invitation to shift into alignment"The smallest step can lead to the biggest step of your life." Ready to redesign your life—even if you don’t have a plan yet? Apply for 1:1 coaching with Darya: Let's chat and see if it's a fit.  Let’s stay connected: 📸 Instagram: Join me on Instagram, where I'm your friend who loves living a life with intention, self-care is a priority, and who also gives motivation and inspiration to help you live your life by design. 💌 Newsletter: Deep encouragement, needle-moving questions, and smart strategies to help you design your dream life. You in? Until next time, sip slow, stay soft, and remember: Calm is a strategy—and you’re allowed to begin before you have it all figured out.

    9 min

  7. JAN 13

    Dear Darya: I’m Not Lazy…So Why Do I Feel Stuck?

    Have you ever wondered: “Why can’t I seem to take action—even though I know what I want?” You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not lazy. In today’s episode, Darya responds to a listener who’s been feeling foggy, stuck, and unmotivated despite being a high-achieving, capable woman.  Sound familiar? You’ll learn: The real reasons your momentum disappears (it’s not what you think) Why feeling stuck is a sign of misalignment—not laziness The 3-part framework Darya uses with her coaching clients: mindset, values, and structure Practical shifts to help you reset—without shame or burnout This episode is your permission slip to stop pushing and start aligning. You’re not broken. You’re just ready for something more true. Ready to get unstuck? Apply for 1:1 coaching and let’s design your next chapter together—from exactly where you are. 🔗 Links & Resources Apply for 1:1 coaching: Schedule a Discovery Call Download the FREE Core Values Self-Audit: Click Here. Follow Darya on Instagram: Come Say Hello! Listen to: Start Where You AreUntil next time, sip slow, stay soft, and remember: Calm is a strategy—and you’re allowed to choose clarity over chaos. #TeaTalkWithDarya #NorthMethod #IntentionalLiving #CoreValues #FeelingStuck #ClarityCoach #BurnoutRecovery #LifeByDesign

    11 min

  8. JAN 6

    Start Where You Are...

    Feeling behind? Stuck? Like you should already be “there” by now? This episode is your reminder that you don’t need a perfect plan or a new year’s miracle—you just need to begin from where you are. Darya shares the powerful mindset shift that changed everything for her—and why waiting for the "right time" keeps us spinning in place. Whether you're navigating a life transition, craving clarity, or finally ready to align your habits with your values, this is the gentle but grounded nudge you’ve been needing. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why clarity doesn’t come before action—it comes through itHow to break free from “I’ll start when...” thinkingWhat it really means to live intentionally from your current seasonA powerful reframe if you’re stuck in comparison or self-doubtOne simple reflection to take the first step todayResources Mentioned: 💌 Free Core Values Self-Audit — Start here if you’re craving clarity✨ 1:1 Coaching with Darya — Book a discovery call📸 Follow along on Instagram: @daryamaekiIf this episode resonated, take 30 seconds to rate + review the show—it helps more women find the clarity they need. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss the next Tea Talk episode.

    9 min
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A podcast for deep, intentional conversations on clarity, alignment, and designing a life that truly feels like yours. Join me as we explore personal growth, mindset shifts, and the practical steps to create a life you love—one intentional step at a time

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  • Creator
    Darya
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Tea Talk with Darya
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