In this episode of 'Uncovering the Real You: The Journey to Becoming the Best Version of You,' Dariana Khadykina shares the impactful story of moving to Mexico at age 10. Initially, the move felt like an exciting adventure, but as reality set in, she faced numerous challenges. From overcoming language barriers and adapting to new customs at church, to dealing with restricted social interactions and the struggle to fit in, Dariana opens up about how these experiences shaped her identity. Despite the difficulties, a strong bond with her younger sister became a silver lining. Tune in to hear how these formative years influenced Dariana's journey of self-discovery and acceptance, and reflect on your own experiences of wanting to fit in. Don't forget to follow @darianakhadykina and @uncoveringtherealyoupod on Instagram for updates and more content!
In this foundational episode of 'Uncovering the Real You: The Journey to Self-Acceptance,' Dariana Khadykina shares her journey growing up in the Independent Fundamental Baptist faith, attending four different churches in Ohio, Morelia, Mexico, and Tennessee. Dariana describes her varied experiences, from feeling welcomed and safe as a child to feeling suffocated and judged as she grew older. She discusses the impact of strict social rules, expectations, and the pressures of fitting into the church community. This episode lays the groundwork for understanding how these experiences shaped her beliefs, behavior, and mindset before beginning her self-discovery journey. Join Dariana as she reflects on her past and the lessons she learned along the way, setting the stage for future episodes that delve deeper into her personal journey. Don't forget to follow her on Instagram at @darianakhadykina and @uncoveringtherealyou for more updates and content.
In the debut episode of "Uncovering the Real You: The Journey to Becoming the Best Version of You," host Dariana Khadykina introduces herself and shares her background as a Slovak-Mexican born in the US and now living in Mexico. At 22 years old, married to a Russian, Dariana has been passionate about mental health since 2020. This episode sets the stage for the season, where she will explore the significant life experiences that shaped her before her self-discovery journey began. Dariana provides an overview of the main topics, including growing up in church, dealing with verbal abuse, struggling with friendships, moving to Mexico, and more. Join Dariana as she begins this honest and uplifting journey, sharing her stories to help you start your path to self-acceptance. Follow her on Instagram at @darianakhadykina and @uncoveringtherealyoupod for updates and more content.
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Welcome to Uncovering the Real You: The Journey to Becoming the Best Version of You! I'm Dariana Khadykina, and
I'm thrilled to have you join me on this transformative journey. In this introductory episode, I share my unique background as a 22-year-old Slovak-Mexican, born in the US and now living in Mexico. You'll learn about my journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance, which began in 2020, and how I've been untangling past traumas to understand and embrace my true self.
This podcast is created to help young people facing identity crises or looking to embark on their own journeys of self-discovery and self-acceptance. Each season will bring you personal stories, tips, and strategies that have helped me along the way, with episodes released weekly. Join me as we uncover our real selves together, and don't forget to subscribe and follow me on Instagram at @darianakhadykina and @uncoveringtherealyoupod for updates and more content. Let's start this journey to becoming the best versions of ourselves!
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Music I use: Bensound.com
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