Tea Talk with Darya

Design Your December: A Two-Week Bridge (Not a Burnout Sprint)

Darya Episode 39

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December isn’t a finish line—it’s a bridge. In this episode, Darya walks you through a one-page plan for Dec 1–14 so you protect your energy and keep gentle momentum. You’ll choose three non-negotiables rooted in your values, build a Two-Week Bridge (Must Do / Nice If / Not Now), add a +20% “Buffer Bar” to your calendar, and use tiny presence + regulation rituals so you arrive in January clear—not crispy.

You’ll learn

  • How to pick 3 December non-negotiables (values → actions)


  • The Two-Week Bridge Plan: Must Do / Nice If / Not Now (max 5 Must Dos/week)


  • The Buffer Bar: add +20% margin to everything to prevent overcommitment


  • A 60–120s Presence Ritual to deepen connection


  • A simple 24-Hour Regulation Loop (before/during/after) to steady your nervous system

Try this today
Write your one-page bridge and read it out loud:

  • 3 non-negotiables


  • ≤5 Must Dos/week (each ≤2 minutes to start)


  • +20% Buffer Bar on your calendar
    Sticky note: “Presence over performance.”

Free Clarity Bundle

  • Core Values Self-Audit — get clear on what matters (download)


  • Goal-Setting Workbook — turn clarity into action (download)

Say hi / Share your bridge
DM your three non-negotiables (or email hello@daryamaeki.com) — I read everything and love cheering you on. 💌

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