This week, I’m sharing a special episode from the MENOMORPHOSIS archives—one that’s very close to my heart. This was actually the first ever interview I recorded for the podcast, back in May 2022, and it’s just as relevant and inspiring today.

In this episode, I chat with the brilliant Lou Featherstone, also known as @luinland over on Instagram. Lou is bold, funny, and fiercely real. She shares her midlife journey—from giving up shopping and moving countries, to embracing her voice, her body, and her purpose.

We talk about confidence, community, creativity, and why midlife can be a time of powerful change—if you let it.

Whether you’re hearing it for the first time or listening again, I hope it leaves you feeling uplifted and reminded that this chapter of life is full of potential.

If you don't already, go give Lou a follow over on instagram https://www.instagram.com/luinluland/

To watch Lou's TED talk go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMBHlD7zEL8

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On this week's Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I are diving into the magic that happens outside your comfort zone.

Because when you do something that feels a bit uncomfortable? You’re not just edging closer to your dreams and desires—you’re also giving your confidence a serious boost.

We’re sharing some of our own stories about times we’ve stepped out of our comfort zones and offering a few tips on how you can do the same, in a way that feels doable—not daunting.

We hope there’s something in here for you to take away.

Love Polly & Lucy xx

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Episode Description:
If you’ve ever said, “I know what to do, I just can’t seem to stick to it” — this one’s for you.

In this episode, I’m sharing the five gentle-but-powerful shifts that have helped me stay consistent without pushing harder, burning out or beating myself up.

I’ll show you how to build habits that feel safe in your body (not like another pressure), and how to design your routines around your real life — not some perfect version of it.

We'll explore:
💛 Why consistency often feels hard — and why it’s not your fault
💛 What’s really going on when motivation fizzles (and what to do instead)
💛 Why starting smaller isn’t cheating — it’s neuroscience
💛 How to build identity-based habits that reflect who you are now
💛 The secret power of micro-wins and why they matter so much in midlife

This isn’t about forcing change — it’s about creating conditions where showing up for yourself feels natural again.

It’s about creating rhythms you can return to — even on your hardest days.

Let’s stop measuring consistency by how perfectly we do the thing — and start honouring how often we come back to it. Even gently. Even imperfectly.

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On today's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are discussing a piece that came out recently in The Telegraph, in which Lucy talks about being happily single and childfree.

The hate she received in the comments has been mind blowing and there are over 1,200 comments.

We hope you'll enjoy our conversation about haters, mindset, and the fear we all have of other people's opinions and judgements.

Love,

Polly & Lucy x

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Have you ever wished for just ten more hours in the day? I know I have!
With all the roles we juggle, it’s no wonder so many of us are running on empty. The mental load is real. And when your day-to-day doesn’t bring you joy? That’s burnout waiting to happen.

In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Michelle Niemeyer, who shares her story of navigating burnout during a high-pressure legal career—while also managing divorce, perimenopause, and an autoimmune disease. Now, at 60, Michelle says she feels better than ever.

She shares how she made the courageous leap to a more joyful, spacious life—and how you can too. We talk about her beautiful philosophy called The Art of Bending Time, which is all about reclaiming your energy, your focus, and yes—even your hours.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Michelle’s journey from burnout to feeling the best she’s ever felt
• What it really takes to leave a high-achieving career and follow a deeper calling
• Her powerful method for reclaiming up to two hours a day
• Why joy isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a compass

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This week on Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I dive into a juicy conversation all about her brand new book Shiny Happy Singles — or Thrive Solo if you're tuning in from the US.

We chat about the inspiration behind the book, what it really means to thrive on your own, and why this message is so needed.

We also pull back the curtain on the creative process: the messy magic of writing, showing up consistently (even when it's hard), and trusting that clarity comes after you begin — not before. No waiting for the perfect moment or a lightning bolt of inspiration… just honest, step-by-step progress.

If you’ve got a book inside you, a creative project on your heart, or a voice that’s been whispering “start”… this one’s for you.

With love,
Polly & Lucy xx

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Midlife doesn’t have to be a crisis — it can be a genuine metamorphosis.

In this episode, I’m not talking about just surviving menopause.
I’m talking about moving through it with more ease, clarity, and actual calm.

You’ll hear a segment from a training I recently ran, where I shared seven essential habits that helped me feel more like myself again — and can do the same for you.

They’re rooted in science, backed by real results, and designed to work with your body, not against it.

This isn’t about overhauling your life overnight.
It’s about understanding your body’s new language — and responding with choices that actually support it.

Here’s what we cover:

➡️ The one habit that helped me stop spiralling and reclaim a sense of control

➡️ How just 10 minutes a day can improve your sleep and steady your nervous system

➡️ What the science really says about food, muscle, and mood in perimenopause

➡️ The conversation around HRT and breast cancer risk — without fear or fluff

➡️ Why reconnection (with others and yourself) is non-negotiable at this time

✨ Whether you’re deep in the menopause transition or just beginning to notice changes, this episode is here to remind you:
You’re not alone. And you’re not powerless.

Small shifts. Big difference.
You’ve got this.

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

The way we see and feel about life is largely about the lens we’re looking through - because two people with exactly the same circumstances can have two wildly different experiences of life.

So the question is: how do we take off the negative glasses, and replace them with a more rosy pair? It starts with awareness, and making tiny shifts consistently over time.

Polly and I talk about how we’ve both changed our perspective in recent years, and we share some tips that can make a real difference to how you perceive the world.

We hope you’ll find something useful in here!

Love,
Polly & Lucy x

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