In this episode of Tea Talk with Darya, we’re rewriting the narrative around goals and permission.

You’ll learn why evolving isn’t failure, how to recognize when it’s time to pivot, and what it means to realign mid-year with grace, not guilt.

You’ll get:
🌿 A powerful mindset reframe
🌿 A journal prompt to help you revisit your goals
🌿 A peek into what’s coming next—a beautiful new goal-setting workshop experience to help you reset and move forward, intentionally.

Ready to sign up for the workshop? Email us at [email protected] enter WORKSHOP in the subject line, and we will send you a link.

In this episode of Tea Talk with Darya, we’re unpacking what boundaries really mean—and why they’re one of the most compassionate, powerful tools you can give yourself.

You’ll learn:
 🌿 Why boundaries begin with clarity, not confrontation
 🌿 The invisible ways women abandon themselves (and how to stop)
 🌿 One gentle prompt you can use this week to start honoring yourself now

Resources:

• Reflective journal prompt inside the episode
  
  
• Want more support? Join the newsletter for weekly tools to help you live by design, not default enter here: https://daryamaeki.com/
  
  
  

As summer approaches, so do the expectations—to be everywhere, do everything, and make the most of every minute. But what if this season wasn’t about performance… but presence?

In this episode of Tea Talk with Darya, we talk about the invisible pressure women feel heading into summer, and how to create a season that actually supports you.

You’ll learn:
 🌿 Why “doing it all” often leads to disconnection
 🌿 How to realign with your actual needs this summer
🌿 3 journal prompts to help you gently reset before the season begins

No more overbooking, overextending, or overcommitting.
This is your invitation to slow down—and start with you.

Resources Mentioned:

• Reflective journal prompts inside the episode
• Want more support? Join the newsletter for weekly tools to help you live by design, not default
  
  
  

Ever felt like your emotions were too much? Like you were supposed to “get over it” by now, or “stay strong” when everything inside felt heavy?

This week on Tea Talk, we’re rewriting that narrative.

In Episode 10, Darya gently explores what it means to truly welcome your emotions—without shame, judgment, or pressure to fix them. Because your emotions aren’t the problem. They’re part of the message.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why clarity doesn’t come from pushing through—it comes from presence
• How judgment around emotions creates more suffering than the feelings themselves
• A simple reframe to begin building emotional clarity today

If you’ve been feeling off, overwhelmed, or out of sync—this is your soft landing.

🎧 Listen now to Every Feeling is a Guest — link in bio and show notes.

Ever wonder why life feels "off" even when you’re doing everything “right?”

In this episode of Tea Talk with Darya, we dive into what it really means to live out of alignment— and how to gently reconnect with the woman you’ve become, not the version of you from years ago.

You’ll learn:
 ☕ Why misalignment often shows up quietly, not dramatically
 ☕ 3 subtle signs you’re out of sync with your true self
 ☕ How to identify if your goals still reflect the real you (or a past version)
 ☕ Simple ways to start rebuilding a life that feels authentic, energizing, and truly yours

Plus, I’m sharing personal stories (including how my so-called “dream job” taught me everything about living out of alignment) and a powerful client transformation that might feel a little too relatable.

This isn’t about throwing away everything you’ve built. 
It’s about refining your life to reflect the woman you’ve become. 🤍

Resources Mentioned:

• Listen to Episode 8 for a deep dive on Core Values (if you haven’t yet!)
  
  
  
• Download my free SMARTER Goal-Setting Workbook
  
  
  
• Book a Free Discovery Call for 1:1 Clarity Coaching
  
  
  

If you loved this episode:
Please rate, review, and share it with a friend who’s ready for their next aligned chapter.
Your support helps more women live life by design, not by default. 🤍✨

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about what to do next… this episode is for you.

Because more often than not, the real issue isn’t that you’re lost — it’s that you’re disconnected from your inner compass: your core values.

In this episode, Darya walks you through:
✨ What core values actually are (and what they aren’t)
✨ Why so many women struggle with clarity and burnout
✨ How to recognize when you’re out of alignment
✨ A few powerful prompts to start uncovering your real values
✨ How to use your values as a decision-making filter in everyday life

This is your reminder: When your goals align with your values, momentum flows.
 And when they don’t… everything feels harder than it should.

🫖 Pour a cup of tea, take a breath, and join us for a conversation that could change how you lead your day, your choices, and your life.

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “I should be further along by now?”
You’re not alone—and you’re not behind.

In this episode of Tea Talk with Darya, we’re shifting the narrative around timelines, success, and self-worth. We’ll explore how external expectations can keep us stuck—and how releasing them can bring us back to clarity and alignment.

You'll learn:
✨ Why you’re not “lazy” or “late”—you’re likely just misaligned
✨ How societal timelines can silently shape your choices
✨ Reflective prompts to reconnect with your current season of life
✨ What it really looks like to trust your own pace (and still make progress)

You don’t have to rush. You don’t have to prove. You just have to start where you are—with intention.

🎯 If you're ready to stop second-guessing and start building a life that feels like your own, book a 1:1 Clarity & Goal-Setting Discovery Call here.  

In this episode of Tea Talk with Darya, we’re flipping the script on a label that far too many of us carry: laziness. If you’ve been feeling unmotivated, inconsistent, or like you just can’t seem to follow through—it’s time to pause and take a deeper look.

You’re not lazy. You’re misaligned.

Darya breaks down:

• Why “laziness” is usually a sign—not a flaw
• The real reasons your motivation disappears
• What misalignment looks and feels like in your daily life
• A clarity check-in exercise to reconnect with purpose
• The powerful mindset shift that leads to sustainable motivation

✨ It’s not about pushing harder. It’s about getting honest with what’s actually aligned for you.

Free Resources: https://daryamaeki.com/ and https://daryamaeki.com/reflection-exercises

📩 Want help realigning your goals and values? Apply for 1:1 coaching—spots are open this month! Email: [email protected].

The Cost of Not Deciding: Why Clarity Follows Action

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 In this episode of Tea Talk with Darya, we explore one of the most common clarity blockers: indecision. Whether it’s a career move, a relationship shift, or a life reset, not deciding is a decision—and it comes with a cost.

Darya dives into:

• The hidden emotional toll of staying stuck
• Why we wait (and what we’re really afraid of)
• The role of fear, perfectionism, and overthinking
• A powerful 6-step framework to help you decide with confidence
• How to start creating clarity through action

✨ If you’ve been circling a choice, waiting for the “right time,” this episode is your permission slip to stop waiting—and start trusting yourself.

📬 Ready for more support? Darya has a few 1:1 coaching spots open this month. Apply at [email protected].

Spring—the season of renewal—is the perfect time for this reset.

So today, we’re going to:
✅ Unpack why clutter (physical & mental) keeps us stuck.
✅ Explore what you need to release this season—mentally, emotionally, and physically.
✅ Walk through a simple 3-step process to create a space that supports your goals.

🌿 If you’re craving clarity, ease, and a fresh start, this episode is for you.

✨ Ready to take this deeper? I’ve created a special guided reflection exercise just for you! Download it now and start mapping out what truly matters. https://daryamaeki.com/reflection-exercises

So grab your tea, take a deep breath, and let’s dive in.