Tea Talk with Darya

Dear Darya: When You Can’t Stick With It & You’re Tired of Starting Again

Darya Episode 29

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Ever feel like you just can’t seem to stick with anything? You start strong, then life gets busy, and before you know it, weeks (or months) have passed. And on top of that, the thought of “starting over” feels exhausting.

If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.

In this special Dear Darya edition of the podcast, I’m sharing two real questions I’ve received — the kind that so many of us could have written ourselves:

  1. “I can’t seem to stick to anything.”


  2. “I’m tired of starting over.”

We’ll unpack each one with real stories, mindset shifts, and practical tools to help you:

  • Redefine what consistency really means (hint: it’s not perfection).


  • Stop letting pauses make you feel like a failure.


  • Find joy in returning to your goals instead of shame.


  • Turn “starting over” into “starting again” — with resilience and strength.

💌 Want to be part of a future Dear Darya episode?
Send me your letter! You can:

  • DM me on Instagram @daryamaeki


  • Or email me directly at hello@daryamaeki.com

Write as if you were starting with, “Dear Darya…” Tell me what’s on your heart. Your identity will always remain confidential — because this is a safe space rooted in integrity and honesty.

📌 Remember: You’re not behind. You’re not broken. You’re simply beginning again — and that’s a beautiful place to be.