This week on Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about three truths about other people (taken from @melrobbins) that can totally transform your peace of mind.

We explore why trying to change someone never works, and why there’s no point getting mad at them when they’re not who you want them to be.

We also discuss how much freedom there is in accepting people exactly as they are, not as you wish they’d be.

Enjoy!

Love Polly & Lucy xx

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What if everything you’ve believed about aging is wrong?
This mind-expanding conversation with brain health expert and former West End performer Dan Metcalf will have you rethinking what’s actually possible for your energy, vitality, and future.

Dan has survived and thrived through childhood asthma, career-ending injury, and even partial brain death. He now teaches a revolutionary approach to wellness that prioritises biology, belief, and brave self-leadership — no matter your age.

Inside this episode, we explore:

• The moment Dan defied medical predictions (twice) — and how it reshaped his understanding of human potential
• The 7 real pillars of health — starting with oxygen and hydration (spoiler: most of us are doing these wrong)
• The #1 reason your brain might be exhausted — and it has nothing to do with how much you think
• Why 75% of adults are chronically dehydrated, and how hydration could be the key to your clarity
• A mindset shift that turns “eating” into nourishing
• How proper breathing can regulate your emotions and energy in minutes
• The difference between movement and exercise — and why serotonin is your natural antidepressant
• The power of embracing challenge to slow aging and sharpen your edge
• Dan’s radical reminder: self-love isn’t selfish — it’s essential biology
• The belief flip that can change your life: “Somebody has to do it — why not you?”

🎧 Whether you’re navigating midlife, recovering from burnout, or simply want to reconnect with your inner power, this episode will leave you thinking differently about what’s possible — and what’s still available to you.

🔗 Explore more at bornsuperhuman.com for free resources, or connect with Dan on Instagram at @dan_metcalfe_official.

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On this week's Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about glimmers.

We explain what glimmers are (and how they’re the opposite of triggers), why they matter, and how you can start spotting them in your everyday life.

We hope you find something useful, and even a little bit inspiring, in here.

Love Polly & Lucy xx

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You’re productive. You’re high-functioning. You get stuff done.

But when it’s finally time to rest?
You can’t. Your brain is busy, your body’s tense, and you end up scrolling your way into another restless night.

In this episode, I’m diving into what’s really going on when you can’t switch off — even when you’re beyond exhausted.

We’ll explore:

• Why rest feels uncomfortable (even when your body is screaming for it)
• What autonomic rigidity is, and why it’s keeping you stuck in a go-go-go mode
• The “Window of Tolerance” and how to know when you’re in it (or totally out of it)
• How to start retraining your nervous system to return to calm — without forcing or fixing

Plus:
I’ll share effective ways to start shifting your state today.

Mentioned in the Episode:

💛 The Clear & Calm Reset
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Perfect for mornings, mid-afternoon pauses, or evenings.
Grab all three for just £11 → The Calm & Clear Reset

💨 Breathe Better Basics
My 45-minute functional breathing mini-course to help you identify and correct sneaky breath patterns that are keeping your body stuck in stress.
No fluff — just science-backed tools to help you finally feel calmer, clearer, and in control.
Yours for £47 → Breathe Better Basics

🎧 If you loved this episode, don’t forget to leave a review or share it with a friend who needs a reset.

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On today’s Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about getting stuck in negativity and how the words we speak out into the world really matter.

Everyone loves a good moan, but do you ever find yourself telling the same story over and over again? Whilst it may feel good to complain and rant in the moment, it’s not actually doing us any favours if we keep repeating the same negative stories ad nauseam.

We hope you’ll find something useful or thought provoking in here!

Love,
Polly & Lucy x

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In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Lisa McFarland — a relationship coach whose honesty, warmth, and deep wisdom will stay with you long after the conversation ends.

Lisa shares her personal journey of navigating challenges in her marriage — a relationship that began when she and her husband were teenagers. As life got busier and their connection frayed, they chose to seek help rather than walk away.

That decision not only transformed their relationship, but it also sparked Lisa’s mission: to remove the shame around relationship struggles and help others build stronger, more conscious partnerships.

Together, we explored so many powerful themes, including:

• Why the quality of your relationships impacts the quality of your life
• The invisible mental load women carry — and how it’s affecting our connection
• How understanding your love languages can shift everything (with partners and kids)
• The quiet build-up of resentment — and what to do about it
• How to reignite intimacy when spontaneous desire isn’t there anymore
• What self-care really means
• How to know if a relationship is repairable — or not
• Why self-awareness is one of the most underrated tools in any relationship

Lisa’s approach is practical, compassionate, and totally free of judgment — just the kind of perspective I wish we were all taught earlier.

If you’re in a relationship, questioning one, or simply curious about how to deepen your sense of connection and self-trust, I know this episode will speak to you.

🔗 Connect with Lisa:
Instagram: @relationshipcoachni
Website: relationshipcoachni.com

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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 that really lands for you.

Love Polly & Lucy

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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, one that doesn’t require performance, volume, or perfection.

For years, I believed my shyness was something to overcome. Something that made me less than. Something that held me back from speaking, leading, and being seen.

But what if the quietness was never the problem?
What if the real issue was how the world responded to it?

💭 If you’ve ever hidden your voice
💭 Avoided being seen — even when you want to be
💭 Or felt like your quietness disqualifies you…

This episode is for you.

Because shyness is a trait — not a flaw.
And sometimes the most powerful thing you can do…
is show up exactly as you are.

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