One Hard Year Later

One Hard Year Later

One Hard Year Later is a deeply personal reflection on a season that tested Mia in ways she never expected. In this episode, Mia opens up about the struggles she faced, the moments that nearly broke her, and the lessons that reshaped how she sees herself, her faith, and her mental health. This isn’t a story of overnight healing or neat resolutions. It’s about endurance, growth she didn’t ask for, and what it really looks like to keep going when the year leaves its mark. If you’ve ever survived a hard season and wondered who you became because of it, this episode is for you.

When The Spark Fades: Learning To Rest, Not Quit

In this return episode, Mia du Toit opens up about taking a break from The Mood Diaries — and what led her to step back. Mia opens up about losing her creative spark, taking a break from The Mood Diaries, and learning how to listen to herself again. She also shares what shifted within her that made her ready to return — stronger, clearer, and more passionate about sharing this journey with you. If you’ve ever felt drained, uninspired, or unsure of your next move, this episode is for you.

Made New

In this deeply personal episode, Mia opens up about one of the most powerful moments of her life—her baptism. She will take you behind the scenes of what led up to that day, what the experience felt like in the moment, and how it’s impacted her ever since. From the nerves and emotions to the overwhelming peace that followed, Mia is sharing it all. Most importantly, she talks about how her relationship with God has grown—how she feels more connected, more grounded, and more loved than ever before. Whether you're thinking about taking this step yourself or just curious about what baptism can mean on a personal level, she hopes her story encourages and inspires you in your own faith journey.

A Vulnerable One: Battling The Enemy

In this deeply personal episode, Mia shares her raw, unfiltered journey through a recent season of intense spiritual warfare—an enemy attack that left her questioning everything. She talks about the moments she felt completely broken, the lies she had to fight off daily, and the quiet, powerful ways God met me her in the middle of her struggle. This isn't a polished testimony—it’s real, messy faith in the trenches. If you’ve ever felt like you were under spiritual attack or just trying to hold on to hope when everything seems to be falling apart, this one’s for you. You're not alone. Let’s get real about the battle, and the breakthrough.

Happiness Guilt?

In this episode of The Mood Diaries, Mia du Toit opens up about her experience with happiness guilt—the unsettling feeling that comes when life is going well, but you feel like you don’t deserve it. Mia shares where this guilt came from, how her past struggles shaped her mindset, and the ways she's learned to embrace joy without shame. If you’ve ever felt guilty for feeling happy, this one’s for you. Let’s talk about why it happens and how we can give ourselves permission to truly enjoy the good moments.