Finding Balance

I've taken a somewhat long hiatus but I'm back and with a new Season! It's been 3 years of releasing content for you all and I'm so excited for what year four has in store for us. If you're new here, hi! my name is Daraayo Daniels, I'm a final year law undergraduate, a believer and a writer who is passionate about marketing, film, audio content and fictional novels. I love talking about life in general and things I'm learning along the way. I also happen to be a recently converted gymhead. Talked about in this episode is the Odyssey Theory, a blog and a growing community for struggling or new believers who want to learn how to seamlessly integrate their faith into every facet of their lives. You can catch it on Substack or get it directly delivered to your inbox when you subscribe using this link: https://theodysseytheory.substack.com/ In this episode, I share both major and minor life changes that have occurred in my life in the past few months and how these experiences have shifted my perspective on some things: 1. How I must learn to first create for myself before anyone else so I can truly appreciate my art. 2. How important it is to put myself out there and try out new experiences. 3. How faith sometimes looks like trusting that the Holy Spirit already orders my steps so I make the right decisions and; 4. Learning to live in the moment and worry less about the uncertainty of the future, instead spend my time networking, acquiring information and positioning myself for the life I desire. Contact email: [email protected] Follow the podcast on socials https://www.instagram.com/grownthepodcast Follow Daraayo on socials https://www.instagram.com/thedaradaniels https://www.twitter.com/thedaradaniels Reach Daraayo via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/daraayo-daniels

Trigger warning: this episode contains concepts such as death, grief, trauma, denial. Hey friends! In this episode, Dara talks about why she’s been off for so long, what losing a family member felt like, how she navigated her grief and got back on her feet and what this new season looks like for her. She hopes you understand and show her grace in this season. Enjoy! P.S. this was recorded whilst it was raining so kindly play using a speaker. Follow the host @thedaradaniels Follow the podcast @grownthepodcast Send us mail: [email protected]

In this episode of Grown, host Daraayo Daniels explores the importance of positive thinking and conversations. She reflects on the pressure to constantly achieve and discusses the need for rest and self-acceptance. Dara also shares her personal growth journey and how she is evolving as a host. Tune in for some insightful and uplifting conversation on this episode of Grown. Timestamps: [00:04:19] Positive thoughts and affirmations. [00:08:02] Positive self-talk and mindset. [00:11:12] Hurful comments on the internet. [00:19:05] Gen Z's sensitivity. [00:22:39] Positive affirmations during formative years. [00:28:32] Affirmations and confidence. [00:30:23] Supporting the podcast's growth. Socials: Host Instagram @thedaradaniels Podcast Instagram @grownthepodcast Mail: [email protected] Quotes: 00:11:12 - "Watch what you say to yourself. Watch how you speak to yourself. Watch how you speak to others because you don't want that to be said to you either." 00:12:53 - "A lot of things that are going to be actualized in your life first take place in your mind." Keywords: transcript, podcast episode, keywords, deep breath, achievements,positive affirmations, positive conversations, ourselves, conversations with myself, evaluate,negative connotations, name calling, negative light, hurtful things, mindset,mind, emotions, negative things, reconstructing mindset, navigating mind, powerful, ideas, positive connotations, reflective questions, regular thoughts, self-view, future goals, negative self-talk, affirmations, positive affirmations, negative affirmations,positive affirmations, negative affirmations, repetition, subconscious mind, generation,generalize, criticism, mental health, emotional health, walking on eggshells, affirmations, parents, self concept, decision making, compassion, independence, positive affirmations, formative years, self worth, scientific,research, growth, self improvement, neuroscience, affirmations,positive affirmations, personal growth, decision making, transformation, confidence,podcast, stories, adulthood, support, content creation

In this episode, the host welcomes you back, again. She speaks on how the first quarter of the year was for her, understanding that it’s okay to be vulnerable and it’s okay as well to not be able to balance it all sometimes. She shared how she’s learning to take things slowly, leaning on God’s word concerning her and knowing that it would all fall in place at the right time. Most importantly, she reminds listeners to just go ahead and make steps to achieving their goals, writing them down and targeting them one at a time because what better time than now? It’s a new her, she says. A better improved version… learn all about it in this episode. Follow the host: @thedaradaniels Follow the podcast: @grownthepodcast Send us mail: [email protected]

In this episode, the host welcomes you back. She speaks on how the month of January was for her, stepping fully into the content creation space as well as encouraging listeners in Nigeria to vote and make good choices. Most importantly, she reminds listeners to just go ahead and make steps to achieving their goals because what better time than now? It’s a New Year, a new era, the end of a new season and even possibly, the end of this journey but you’ll hear all about it in the episode. Follow the host @thedaradaniels Follow the podcast @grownthepodcast Send us mail: [email protected] Check out @madeauxhq on Instagram

In this episode, Dara reveals her goals for the year 2022, the status of each of them, things she’s grateful for this year, her plans to drop episodes almost everyday till Christmas and more importantly, the “GROWN” brunch she plans to host in 2023. Do check out Skinneeds on Instagram @skinneedsofficial for more information on the community Dara serves in. Follow the podcast: Instagram: @grownthepodcast Follow the host: Instagram and Twitter: thedaradaniels YouTube: Dara Daniels Use the hashtag #GrownPodmas to promote episodes on Twitter till the end of the year. Happy Holidays!

In this episode, Dara catches up with listeners as well as reveals what she’s been doing away from her microphone. It’s all about Finding the Balance. Enjoy and make sure to share this episode with anyone you know who just needs a word of encouragement, a good laugh and something to relate to. Socials: Podcast: @grownthepodcast Host: @thedaradaniels

This summer has been one of the best experiences of my teenage years honestly and as I leave teenagehood this year, I can truly say that I’ve done a lot of learning, unlearning and growing. In this episode, I share with you some of my adulting experiences in Lagos this summer and how they’ve impacted me. I really loved recording this and I know that I say that all the time but I mean it. I love every single person who listens to this podcast and I appreciate you. Make sure to subscribe, follow, give it a 5 star rating and most importantly, share this content goodness with someone today. Love and Light, Dara. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedaradaniels Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thedaradaniels Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/grownthepodcast

In this episode, I get all philosophical and motivational because sometimes, it’s just what is needed. I think growth is necessary, hence the whole point of this podcast and I just can’t wait to see you all blossom into the fullness of your person. I hope you enjoy this episode as well as take down a few notes and if you like it that much or even don’t, please share it with your friends, family and anyone else you think might benefit from it. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, leave a 5 star review and continue the conversation using the #grownthepodcast on any social media platform. Love, Dara.

This episode is just me being sarcastic and trying my hand at a new way of storytelling. Just know, there was a whole script. I also shared some deep truths on my life lately as well as how I managed to live the ‘soft life’ with Jesus on my side. Don’t forget to vote for the live recording on Twitter Spaces if you’re interested. I love you all and I can’t wait to meet you! Keep listening to GROWN and don’t forget to share with your friends and family!