What happens when a door closes…
and nothing obvious opens next?

In this episode, I share a small, almost throwaway experiment > a 15-minute vision board I made when an old direction quietly stopped working. No big intention. No reinvention arc.

Instead of clarity, something else showed up: new inspiration > unexpected, sideways, and oddly relieving.

I talk about how discovering the work of Giorgia Lupi reminded me that we don’t always need a new goal — sometimes we need a new lens. One that makes us curious again.

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What if real change isn’t about one breakthrough, one habit, or one perfect routine?

In this episode, Daria explores why quick fixes don’t stick, especially for nervous systems shaped by stress, ADHD, hormones, and real life, and why sustainable change is built low and slow, like a roasted chicken.

This episode includes a short embodied mindfulness practice and introduces a free one-page daily practice, a simple, agenda-setting ritual designed to help you arrive, reflect, and tune into what you actually need today, cutting through the noise of productivity culture.

If it feels like your life is still cooking, this episode is for you.

Low.
Slow.
Human.

✨ in kindness + clarity,
— Daria

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In this episode, Daria Taikova reflects on what happens when something quietly but fundamentally changes > in your relationships, your body, and your tolerance for emotional nonsense.

Blending observations, lived experience, and psychology-informed insight, Daria explores friendship breakup, lost trust, hormonal shifts, and the moment you realize your nervous system has new standards.

This episode is about:
• friendship endings that happen through silence, not conflict
• the “slow unfollow” and quiet trust collapse
• why midlife transitions aren’t pathology > they’re clarity
• learning to stop over-explaining boundaries without becoming cold

No client stories. No therapy advice.
Just honest reflection, embodied insight, and permission to trust what changed.

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In this powerful mini-milestone episode, Daria Taikova reflects on her journey from soft power coach to counselling practicum student—and what it truly means to hold space for healing.

With heartfelt insight and science-backed reflections, Daria shares how the shift from coaching to therapy demands deeper presence, legal clarity, and a whole-person approach rooted in relationship, not performance. She opens up about building a dual career as a future therapist and a coach, what it’s like inside practicum, and why relational attunement is the real foundation of change.

Whether you’re a fellow student, a practicum peer, a clinical supervisor, or a leader in the mental health field, this episode is a mini-masterclass in becoming.
No client details. No therapy advice. Just real insight, raw truth, and an invitation to transform the way we think about guiding others.

🔹 For students in the MA of counselling psychology 🔹 For therapists, coaches, and anyone becoming a safe space🔹 For leaders rethinking how we train, supervise, and support

Plus: The clearest explanation yet of how coaching and therapy are different—and why Daria plans to ethically hold both roles.

💌 Share with your cohort, your prof, and your clinical team.💡 Learn more at www.dariataikova.com 📱 Follow @delightfuldaria on Instagram for the 88-Day Muse Plan

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In this heartfelt episode of Delightful Daria, host Daria Taikova opens up about her past six months of quiet transformation—navigating (annoying, non-life-threatening) illness, returning to practicum, and redefining purpose. She introduces the 88-Day Muse Mini Plan as a science-backed, soul-led invitation to soft, sustainable change.

This episode is for anyone ready to stop performing and start participating in life, in healing, and in becoming their own muse. All identities welcome. All stories are valid.

Includes a mindfulness moment + free resource to get started.

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In this uplifting follow-up episode of the Delightful Daria Podcast, host Daria returns to share the second half of her transformative 88 Days Plan questions. Picking up where the last episode left off, Daria dives deeper into reflection prompts that help you release old habits, cultivate resilience, and live in alignment with your core values. Each question is backed by psychological insights and paired with real-life strategies, ensuring you’ll come away with practical tools for meaningful personal growth. Whether you’re striving for emotional healing, financial empowerment, or simply a renewed sense of purpose, this episode will guide you toward the next steps in your journey.

Tune in for actionable advice, heartfelt encouragement, and a soothing mindfulness minute to close the session peacefully. Be sure to subscribe for more inspiring content as Daria continues her mission to spark joy, clarity, and deep transformation in every listener!

Music Credit: "Neon Laser Horizon" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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In this inspiring episode of the Delightful Daria Podcast, host Daria begins a two-part series on her 88 Days Plan, sharing powerful self-reflective questions designed to reshape your life. Join Daria as she explores the first half of these transformative prompts, guiding you to reflect on who you are becoming, discover what lights up your soul, and envision the financial, emotional, and creative abundance you desire. Each question is backed by psychology, with real-life strategies to help you evolve meaningfully. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking to step into a new chapter of self-discovery, growth, and mindful living.

Tune in for valuable insights, actionable steps, and a mindfulness minute to end on a peaceful note. Subscribe for Part 2 in the next episode, where Daria continues her mission to inspire joy, clarity, and deep personal growth!

Keywords:88 Days Plan, self-growth podcast, self-reflection questions, mindful living, self-discovery, financial abundance, mental health, emotional healing, personal transformation, Delightful Daria

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In this heartfelt episode of Delightful Daria, I, Daria Taikova, dive into my journey of healing and transformation—my why behind starting this podcast and creating the 88-Day Plan. Mental health is no joke; it’s the foundation that keeps each of us going, and even the strongest can fall apart when their support crumbles.

Join me as I open up about my battle with severe PTSD, my break from a policing career, and the tools that helped me find light again. From therapy and medication to mindful routines and small daily victories, I share how I moved from feeling trapped in darkness to finding new strength, balance, and purpose. This episode isn’t just my story; it’s a reminder of the power of support and the beauty of small steps forward.

Together, let’s build lives that are full of possibility, hope, and growth.

In this episode, I am keeping things simple and meaningful! Join me as I dive into how this year’s low-key Thanksgiving—featuring fire-roasted hotdogs and marshmallows—taught me the true power of gratitude and connection. We’ll explore how embodied intimacy allows us to feel gratitude in our bodies, heal old wounds, and deepen our relationships in the smallest, most beautiful moments.

Plus, I’m sharing a quick and easy Gratitude Body Scan practice that you can try right now to create more mindful, intimate connections. Ready to transform how you experience intimacy and gratitude? Hit play!

Follow me on Instagram @delightfuldaria for more tips and free resources, and visit my website at www.dariataikova.com for more ways to connect.

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In this episode of The Delightful Daria Podcast, we're diving into the magic of small, daily rituals. We'll explore how something as simple as making your bed each morning can set the tone for a productive and joy-filled day. Daria reflects on her own journey, sharing insights from her Embody Lab Intimacy and Relationship Coaching Certificate program, and the wisdom of balancing science and art in life. Plus, you'll get a sneak peek into Daria's favorite morning rituals and an invitation to try out one of your own.

We also chat about finding those grounding "anchors" that make navigating your days easier. And to wrap up, we’ll indulge in a calming mindfulness practice to help you reconnect with your senses and find delight in the present moment. Don't miss this chance to infuse some magic into your daily routine!

Got a morning ritual you swear by? Tune in, get inspired, and share your own delightful practices with us!

Music Credit: "Neon Laser Horizon" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License⁠http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠