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This week on Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I are diving into the topic of energy hygiene. Given that we’re 99.9% energy, it’s vital that we’re protecting and preserving our own. We unpack what energy hygiene actually means, explore the subtle and not-so-subtle ways our energy can be drained, and share simple ways to keep your energy field clear and protected. We hope there’s something in here...

What if the parts of you you’ve spent a lifetime hiding, the quietness, the sensitivity, the urge to shrink, were never weaknesses at all? In this episode, I share my personal story of how I’ve navigated shyness over 51 years. From childhood moments that wired me to retreat, to Instagram Lives that stretched every edge of my nervous system. This is the journey of reclaiming a new kind of power, on...

On today’s Thursdays Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about 8 ways to raise your vibration. Our energy matters. And it is powerful in terms of creating our realities. So raising our vibration on a regular and consistent basis is hugely important. Lucy and I discuss simple and effective ways to shift out of those low vibes and into higher ones like joy and gratitude. We hope you’ll find something u...

Does your relationship with food feel more complicated than it probably should?  Why does body image feel so fragile—especially in midlife? And why, oh why, do the "perfect" plans never seem to work? In this week's episode of Menomorphosis , I'm joined by Elizabeth Dall , certified women's nutrition and behaviour change coach, to untangle the messy relationship many of us...

This week on Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about how to create a life you don’t feel the need to escape from. Ever catch yourself counting down to the weekend or living for your next holiday? You’re not alone - so many of us slip into that ‘just get through it’ mode. But what if, instead, you could shift your perspective and find ways to enjoy every day, rather than wish so many of the...

Have you ever felt like everything you’re doing is just… off? Like you’re showing up, ticking the boxes, but the joy, the ease, the you of it all has gone a bit quiet? In this episode, I’m sharing my own recent experience of feeling misaligned, of ignoring those little nudges, and how that disconnection can ripple through everything, from creativity to confidence. If you’ve been feeling a bit lost...

On today’s Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about AI. We chat about how we’re both using AI (specifically the free version of ChatGPT), and how we’re finding it useful in our businesses; we also share how we both use it like a virtual assistant, asking it to perform various tasks for us as we would if it was an actual assistant. Whether you love it or hate it, AI is happening and w...

What if your menopausal symptoms aren’t problems to be fixed, but messages from your body guiding you towards a healthier, more empowered version of yourself?  In this episode of MENOMORPHOSIS , we’re joined by Carrie Levine, a functional medicine practitioner and certified nurse midwife with over 20 years of experience in women’s healthcare. Carrie has a unique approach to midlife health - she he...

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about pets. We share how our own pets bring us so much joy and explore why animals can be such healing additions to our lives. We chats about how pets can help regulate our nervous systems, bring us back to the present moment, and lift our mood on the days we need it most. We hope you enjoy this conversation. Love Polly & Lucy xx Downloa...

💫 In this solo episode, I share the real reason mornings matter—and how reclaiming that first hour of the day can transform everything else. No rigid rules. Just honest, practical ideas to help you build a morning that feels like yours. ✨ Tune in to learn: Real-life strategies for making time—even when time feels scarce Why your morning routine might just be the missing link in your wellbeing jo...

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, we’re talking all about Lucy! Last week, we delved into my business and offerings, so this week we’re doing the same with Lucy's. Lucy talks all about her podcast, Thrive Solo, her membership, also called Thrive Solo, and her new book, Shiny Happy Singles, which comes out on 19th June. (The US version, Thrive Solo, comes out on 24th June.) If you’re in the UK...

This week, I’m joined by the brilliant Theresa Lear Levine - author, podcast host, EFT Master Practitioner, certified hypnotherapist, and founder of Becoming More Me . Theresa’s work is all about helping high-achieving women, especially those navigating ADHD, reconnect with their truest, most empowered selves, so they can live from a place of calm, clarity, and confidence. Her book Becoming More M...

On this week’s Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I dive into the work I (Polly) do and discuss the topic of breathing. Yes, we are all breathing all of the time but the question is how are you breathing? We explore why so many of us aren’t breathing as efficiently as we could be, why that really matters, and how it could be affecting your energy, stress levels, and overall wellbeing. We also chat...

We all have that thing. The dream we keep shelving. The habit we mean to start. The goal that always seems just out of reach. In this episode, we’re getting real about why it’s so hard to take action - and how to finally move past the procrastination and overwhelm that keeps us stuck. I’m diving into the real power of consistency - not in the flashy, hustle-hard kind of way, but in the gentle, ste...

In this powerful episode, I chat to the incredible Star Monroe, a Licensed Psychotherapist, Master Life Coach, and mentor for bold, brilliant women over 40.  Star has lived many lives—battling addiction, toxic relationships, people-pleasing, and relentless achievement-seeking—only to rise stronger each time. She doesn’t just teach transformation; she embodies it. Star gets raw about the deep condi...

On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about knowing your ‘why’. When it comes to doing anything difficult in life, whether that be building a business or running a marathon, knowing your why can make the difference between doing the thing and not doing it. When we connect with the deeper reasons for doing something, and come back to those reasons, we’re far more likely to stay on tr...

This week on Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about the importance of the people we surround ourselves with. As Jim Rohn famously said, “We are the average of the five people we spend the most time with.” If you want to feel good, stay inspired, and move toward your goals, it’s essential to be intentional about who you spend your time with. Seek out mentors, supportive friends, and growth...

This week, I’m joined by fitness expert Alicia Jones, a passionate advocate for midlife women’s health and strength.  Alicia’s journey into fitness took on new meaning when she witnessed a striking contrast in her own family—her 72-year-old mother climbing 1,700 stairs with ease, while her grandmother at the same age required full-time care.  This eye-opening moment reinforced a powerful truth: th...

On today’s Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about making excuses. We all do it, don’t we? Whether it be making excuses for why we CAN’T do something, or making excuses for why we CAN do something we know we shouldn’t be doing. In this conversation, Polly and I talk about where we make excuses in our own lives - how we can both be professional procrastinators, and also how we’re bri...

Are you living with purpose, or just reacting to life as it happens, yet feel like there must be more to life than just this ?  In this episode, we dive into why getting super clear on what you want   is the secret to creating a life that truly excites you. If you don’t decide what you want, life will decide for you. We’ll explore:  🔥 The hidden trap of drifting through life (and how to escape it...

This week on Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about a topic that impacts every area of your life – the relationship you have with yourself. Since you spend every second of every day with ‘you’, it makes sense to invest in making that relationship as strong and supportive as possible. We explore how the way you treat and view yourself directly influences your happiness and fulfillment—whet...

"Your skin is your most precious asset," explains Dr. Fernanda da Silva-Tatley in this fascinating conversation.  With a unique background as both a PhD scientist in molecular microbiology and a Reiki master, Dr. Fernanda offers a rare blend of scientific insight and holistic wisdom to help you understand what your changing skin truly needs. In this episode, you'll discover: 🌟 The...

On this week’s Monday Motivation, Lucy and I are talking about how stress impacts fat loss. We discuss how chronic stress keeps your body in survival mode—leading to increased belly fat storage, a slower metabolism, and heightened cravings. We also explore why a regulated nervous system is key to shifting back into fat-burning mode and share practical ways to support this process. We hope you find...

In this episode, I 'm joined by the brilliant Dr. Mandy Leonhardt - GP, menopause specialist, and author of What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Skin and Hair.  We explore how hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause affect skin and and hair health and discuss practical ways to navigate these shifts.  Dr. Mandy explains how changes in hormone levels during perimenopause and men...

On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy  and I are talking about avoiding distractions. It turns out that neither of us are very good at this and we both get distracted all the time! But hopefully you will find something in here that you resonate with, or that you find useful. The headlines: turn all notifications off on your phone, turn the sound off too, and put it across the room when you’re working...