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On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy & I are talking about patience. We discuss how often it's 'better to travel than arrive', and how the final destination is often so much sweeter having actually gone through the process to get there. We also discuss how to cultivate more patience in your life. We hope you'll find something useful in here! Love, Polly & Lucy x...

This week I chat to Author and founder of Magnificent Midlfe Rachel Lankester. Given an initially devastating early menopause diagnosis at 41, which ended her dreams of a second child, but which she was able for a short while to reverse, Rachel uses her experience to help women thrive through the menopause transition and feel better about getting older. Rachel's mission is to challenge overwh...

On today's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about sleep. We all know how important it is to get 7 - 9 hours a night; but there are many other things to be mindful about when it comes to optimising our sleep. We talk about going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, when to stop drinking caffeine, stopping eating a couple of hours before bedtime, and much more! We hope you&...

It was during midlife and menopause when things started to unravel for photographer,  DJ, and good friend Hannah Sherlock. This week, I’m thrilled to chat openly and candidly with Hannah, who generously shares her experiences about her unhealthy, yet transformative relationship with alcohol. Hannah vulnerably walks us through a rock bottom moment that became a catalyst for seeking the necessary he...

On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy & I are talking about stress. We discuss how stress is very necessary in life to keep us safe, but how it becomes a problem when we get stuck in it and can't turn our stress response off. We also talk about helpful tools to manage and build our capacity to handle stress.  We hope you'll find something useful in here. Love, Polly & Lucy...

“Our ultimate sense of well-being is often found at the place where fulfilment and contribution meet.” This Quote is take from Rachel Lankester’s book ‘Magnificent Midlife’ and sums up brilliantly the story of this week’s podcast guest Kali Hamerton-Stove. In her late forties, Kali and her friend Melissa Murdoch founded the inspiring social enterprise, The Glasshouse, which offers second chances t...

In this week's Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking all about manifestation. The term manifestation often gets dismissed as being too ‘woowoo’; but I like to think of it as simply ‘making shit happen. When we decide what we want, believe that it’s possible for us, and start taking small, aligned actions, we will get there…IF we keep moving towards it and don’t quit at the first hu...

Stepping out of your comfort and finding your voice in order to share something you're passionate about can be daunting and damn right terrifying, particularly in midlife. But that's where this week's guest Colette McBeth steps in.  Colette is an Author, ex BBC News Reporter, Storyteller and  Business Owner and is a master at helping women find their voice and tell their stories in...

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about trust. We discuss trusting that things always work out for you and trusting the process, even in times of uncertainty. We also talk about the power of unwavering belief and some practical tips on how to cultivate it in your life. We hope you find something useful in here. Love Polly & Lucy x Download 15 Breaths to Calm Anxiety - a...

Last week's episode was about the impact chronic stress has on belly fat at  peri/menopause. So it seemed right that this week  I give you some practical solutions to help you not only release stubborn belly fat, but also to help you regulate your nervous system, reduce cortisol levels, and ultimattely achieve a calmer, happier life. In this episode you'll: ➡️ Discover tools to handle a...

On today's Monday Motivation, Lucy and I are talking all about kindness. Being kind to others is a win-win, because it not only makes the person receiving the kindness feel good, it also makes us feel good. Plus...kindness has many health benefits, both physical and emotional. If we prioritise spreading a little kindness every day, we truly are doing our bit to make the world a better place;...

Feeling frustrated by stubborn belly fat, even though you're eating healthy and exercising regularly? You're not alone! This episode of Menomorphosis dives deep into the surprising culprit behind this common struggle for midlife women: stress. In this episode, you'll discover: 🎙️ The connection between stress and weight gain at perimenopause. 🎙️ Why reducing calories alone isn'...

On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy & I are talking about responding versus reacting. We share what the difference is between the two, why responding is preferable, and some tools to keep calm during stressful moments. We hope you find something useful in here. Love, Polly & Lucy x Download 15 Breaths to Calm Anxiety - a FREE 5 minute audio to calm you down in real time. Download The Breath...

Personal Trainer and Author, Kate Rowe-Ham, returns to the podcast to share insights from her new new book Fitter, Calmer, Stronger, and so much more! Kate is on a mission to empower women, revealing how it's absolutely possible to become fitter, calmer, and stronger, especially during menopause. Get ready for a dose of inspiration as Kate's positive voice works its magic, offering game-...

If you’re trying to make a change or cultivate a new habit, you need accountability. And that is exactly what Lucy and I are talking about on this week’s Thursday Thoughts. Having accountability has been a game changer for both of us. We are each other’s accountability buddies in business, and I also had a fabulous accountability buddy when I first started getting up at 5am a few years ago. Had it...

Imagine, amidst the tsunami of midlife challenges (perimenopause and teenagers are definitely up there) you also had to navigate a cross-country move, care for a sick parent and handle an ADHD diagnosis for your child.  That's a lot, but perhaps not uncommon. Now, imagine receiving news that shatters your world - a tumour, the size of two fists, nestled in your chest.  This is the reality Jud...

On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about purpose. We all have a mission on our heart, something we’re passionate about whether it be big or small. But are we following it? I once heard somebody say that the opposite of depression isn’t happiness, it’s purpose. And when you think about it, we all need something that gives our lives meaning and direction. In this conversation, Poll...

Stuck on a treadmill of "just okay"?  Every day feels like pushing uphill, the finish line forever fading.  Happiness shimmers like a mirage, tauntingly out of reach.  Sound familiar? Midlife, and especially perimenopause, can twist everything we thought we knew. Hormones shift, priorities tumble, and the world feels like a chaotic carousel. But here's the good news: true joy is clo...

On this week’s Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I chat about letting go. We cover letting go of unhelpful feelings and beliefs, letting go of what people think of us and letting go of resentment and relationships. Enjoy! Love Polly & Lucy x Download 15 Breaths to Calm Anxiety - a FREE 5 minute audio to calm you down in real time. Download The Breath Check-Up - your FREE guide to understandin...

I'm so excited to share some big news with you! My podcast of nearly 2 years, The Positive Perimenopause Podcast, is having a makeover.  Just like me, the podcast has evolved and I want the name to reflect that. It's time for a fresh chapter, and I'm thrilled to announce the birth of Menomorphosis. This new name reflects not just the evolution of the podcast, but also my own journey...

On today's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about the importance of reflecting on the past year and celebrating the good bits. We also talk about why it's good to let go of unhelpful thoughts and stories about ourselves, as well as doing some decluttering as we head into a new year. And we chat about our own goals for the year ahead. Thank you to everyone who's watched and...

As we start 2024, our attention often turns to resetting how we eat, especially if we've over indulged during the Christmas season!   So I'm delighted to be chatting to Nutritional Therapist and author Amanda Ryder in this week's episode.  Amanda reminds us of the important of eating  in a way which avoids yo yo dieting, and which is going to support our overall health, our hormones...

On today’s Monday Motivation, Lucy & I are talking about mindfulness. We share what mindfulness means to both of us, why we think it’s important, and how we can start to become more mindful in our daily lives through savouring the small things, and finding joy in the every day. We hope you’ll find something useful in here! Love, Polly & Lucy x Download 15 Breaths to Calm Anxiety - a FREE 5...

Now is a great time to reflect on the importance of movement and exercise for our overall health and well-being. In this episode, we revisit some of my favourite clips from experts in the field to motivate and inspire you to make movement a part of your daily routine. ✅ Nigel Denby , a registered dietician, talks about the importance of muscle development and how it contributes to overall strengt...

On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy & I are talking about breathwork. We talk about what it is, some of the amazing benefits, and how it's become a big part of both our lives, particularly now I'm a a trained Breathwork Facilitator! We hope you'll find something useful in here. Love, Polly & Lucy x P.S. If you would like to find out more about breathwork, then you ca...