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Take A Breath

A podcast for creating practical calm in the messy middle of midlife.This is your space to pause.Because life in midlife is full-on. Between work, family, menopause, and the mental load, your nervous system can easily end up in constant overdrive — leaving you feeling exhausted, reactive, and overwhelmed by even the smallest things.Each week, I’ll share my own tools, alongside honest conversations and practical nervous system support — to help you create more calm, peace, joy, and inner steadiness

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47:58

How to Find What’s Next When You’re Ready for a...

Take A Breath ·

2026/02/03

Midlife can be a season of subtle (or not-so-subtle) shifts. The things that once felt like a perfect fit — a role, a path, a version of you — start to feel off. But what comes next isn’t always clear. In this episode, I’m joined by Ashley Jablow, Founder of Wayfinders Collective and former Presidential Innovation Fellow in the Obama Administration. Ashley now helps people and organisations navigate meaningful change — with curiosity, strategy, and soul. Together, we explore what it really lo...

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28:12

Thursday Thoughts - The Power Of Nature In A World...

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2026/01/29

On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about the power of intentionally tuning into nature during crazy times. Most of us would agree that the state of the world right now is…alot. It can feel overwhelming and scary, to say the least, and it’s easy to feel completely out of control. One of the best ways to put things into perspective - not to mention regulate our overstimulated nervous systems - is to remember that we are a part of something much, much greater than ourselves. ...

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32:19

How to Stay Ambitious Without Burning Yourself Out

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2026/01/27

Many of us rely on pressure and guilt to keep ourselves moving forwards towards our goals — especially in midlife, when life can feel full and demanding. While these strategies may work in the short term, they often leave us feeling exhausted, anxious, and disconnected from ourselves. In this episode, I explore why guilt and pressure have become such familiar motivators, how they impact the nervous system, and what it really takes to move forward from a place of calm rather than self-at...

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28:18

Thursday Thoughts - How The Hardest Times Become Our...

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2026/01/22

On this weeks Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about how our hardest times and biggest “failures” often become our greatest lessons. We talk about how difficult seasons can shape us, clarify what really matters, and guide us onto the right path. A reminder that nothing is wasted – and if you’re in a tough chapter right now, sending you loads of love and hope this may be of a little help to you. Love Polly & Lucy x Download 15 Breaths to Calm Anxiety - a FREE 5 minute aud...

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54:50

Why Birthdays Matter More Than We Realise with Tamar...

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2026/01/20

Do you love your birthday… or secretly dread it? Birthdays can bring up all sorts — joy, disappointment, reflection, pressure, even a sense of dread as we move through midlife. And yet, it’s the one day every year that’s meant to be about you. In this episode of Take a Breath, I’m joined by counsellor, personal development guide, and author Tamar Hurwitz-Fleming to explore why birthdays matter far more than we might realise — and how they can become a powerful opportunity for self-worth...

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34:25

Thursday Thoughts - Make Finding Joy a Priority

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2026/01/15

On today’s Monday Motivation, Lucy and I are talking about that ‘back to school’ feeling that so many of us feel after Christmas and New Year. If you’re feeling low following the festive season, now is the time to make finding joy a priority. Because like so many things in life, we have to get intentional about choosing it. Lucy and I also talk about being aware of our thoughts, how our inner world creates our outer world, and why being truly present in the moment is the key to living a joy...

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39:30

5 Ways to Ease The Midlife Emotional Load

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2026/01/13

Midlife can feel like a constant juggling act — from perimenopause to parenting, ageing parents to career demands, all while managing the invisible emotional and mental load that us midlife women know all to well. In this episode, I share 5 simple, science-backed ways to ease the emotional weight you’re carrying — so you can feel calmer, more connected, and more like you again. ✨ Here’s what you’ll learn: How starting your day with just a few intentional minutes can change the energy of your ...

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28:41

Thursday Thoughts - Maintaining A Positive Attitude...

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2026/01/08

On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about maintaining a positive mental attitude even when life throws us a curveball. Last week, I injured my knee on the last day of my skiing trip, and am currently on crutches while I wait to find out how serious the injury is. I talk about how I'm feeling and how I've been trying to stay positive and expect the best possible outcome. Because as Lucy and I have discussed here before, two people can experience the exact same circumstances ...

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58:55

How to Feel Less Depleted and More You in Midlife...

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2026/01/06

In this episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Margaret de Petro — a former psychotherapist whose work now spans coaching, NLP, intuition, and energy awareness. Margaret supports people around the world to feel more connected, clear, and confident in who they are and where they’re heading, especially during times of transition. Her work sits at the intersection of science, spirituality, and deep self-awareness, making this a fascinating and very grounded conversation. Together, we explore what ...

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28:12

Thursday Thoughts - The Power Of Nature In A World...

Take A Breath ·

2026/01/01

On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about the power of intentionally tuning into nature during crazy times. Most of us would agree that the state of the world right now is…alot. It can feel overwhelming and scary, to say the least, and it’s easy to feel completely out of control. One of the best ways to put things into perspective - not to mention regulate our overstimulated nervous systems - is to remember that we are a part of something much, much greater than ourselves. ...

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29:33

Thursday Thoughts - Getting Intentional About 2026

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2026/01/01

On this week’s Monday Motivation, Lucy and I are getting intentional about 2026. Because any change you want to make starts with you, and now is the moment to begin living life by design, rather than by default. We chat about why clarity of direction matters, and how real change happens when you start becoming, and embodying, the future version of yourself now. We hope you find something useful in here. Love Polly & Lucy Download The Breath Check-Up - your FREE guide to understan...

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29:20

Thursday Thoughts - Enthusiasm

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2025/12/25

On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about one of my favourite topics…enthusiasm! Enthusiasm is one of the highest vibration emotions there is; and if we’re not feeling enthusiastic about anything in our life, that’s a sign that something needs to change. But just like joy and gratitude, enthusiasm is something that we have to choose, to prioritise, to cultivate. And the more we cultivate it, the more things we’ll find to be enthusiastic about. We really hope you’ll find so...

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58:45

#151: Why do I Keep Doing this with Kati Morton

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2025/12/23

Let’s talk about the patterns we know aren’t helping… but keep falling back into anyway. People-pleasing. Perfectionism. Overfunctioning. Ever wondered why you keep doing the things you don’t want to do? This week, I’m joined by the incredible Kati Morton — licensed therapist, bestselling author, and one of the very first mental health professionals to step onto YouTube. Together, we dive deep into: ✨ Why we cling to control (and what’s underneath it) ✨ How childhood blueprints shape adult ...

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30:29

Thursday Thoughts - Christmas

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2025/12/18

This week, Lucy and I are diving into Christmas — the bits that feel magical… and the bits that feel a little wobbly. Because for so many of us, this season can stir up old stories, tricky family dynamics, or that familiar mix of sadness and joy sitting right next to each other. We hope you find something useful in here. Wishing you a very happy Christmas 🎄 Love, Polly & Lucy xx Download The Breath Check-Up - your FREE guide to understanding how well you're breathing right now. ...

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32:46

Thursday Thoughts - Personal Growth Page-Turners

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2025/12/11

Today, Lucy and I are diving into some of our favourite non-fiction personal development books — the ones that have genuinely shifted how we think, feel, and show up in the world. If you’re craving a change for the better, want to keep growing, and you’re naturally curious, these books will give you a nudge in the right direction. Have you read any of our favourites? And tell us — what would you add to the list? We love discovering new ones. Love, Polly & Lucy xx Download The Breath C...

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49:58

#150: How to Stay Well This Winter: Gut Health,...

Take A Breath ·

2025/12/09

As we move deeper into winter, it’s easy to start feeling just a bit... off. Tired. Foggy. A little more emotional than usual. Maybe like you’re running on empty — even when you're technically doing “all the right things.” If that’s you, you’re not alone — and this week’s podcast episode is here to help. I’m joined by the brilliant Amanda Ryder, a registered nutritional therapist who specialises in women’s health over 40 — and we’re diving into one of the biggest keys to your energy, immunity...

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30:37

Thursday Thoughts - Releasing & Letting Go

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2025/12/03

In this episode of Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about releasing and letting go as we move towards 2026. We cover releasing through breathwork, letting go of the judgement of others, as well as how perfectionism can sometimes be procrastination in disguise. We hope you’ll find something useful in here! Love, Polly & Lucy x Download The Breath Check-Up - your FREE guide to understanding how well you're breathing right now. Download my energising 5 Minute Morning ...

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30:44

Thursday Thoughts -You Gotta Do The Goddam Thing

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2025/11/28

On this week’s Monday Motivation, Lucy and I are talking about how it doesn’t matter how much personal development work we do if we don’t actually do the thing. You can learn and reflect endlessly, but real change only happens when insight becomes action. We dive into how growth takes time and consistent practice. It asks for patience, repetition and putting in the reps, even when progress feels slow or subtle. We also challenge the belief of “I don’t have time”. Because often, it’s not ti...

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55:22

#149: How to Age Well with Dr Nathalie Beauchamp

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2025/11/25

How do we actually age well? Not just living longer, but feeling strong, clear-headed and energised into our 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond… My guest is Dr Nathalie Beauchamp (Dr Nat). She’s been a practising chiropractor for almost 30 years, she’s certified in functional medicine, and she’s written six books. She’s a master at taking all the complex health information out there and turning it into something simple, doable, and actually realistic for your life. In this episode we talk about: ✨ Wha...

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32:01

Thursday Thoughts - Thoughts vs Thinking

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2025/11/20

On today’s Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about the difference between thoughts and thinking, thanks to a book that I have been reading called Don’t Believe Everything You Think by Joseph Nguyen. We all have thoughts - between 60,000 and 70,000 each day - but we get to choose which of those thoughts we want to entertain into actual thinking, and which of those we don’t. Lucy and I talk about how we’ve both worked hard on our own thinking over the last few years. We also discuss...

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