The Elevated Life Podcast

Polly Wilding
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The Elevated Life Podcast is for freedom-seekers, dreamers, heart-led women, and entrepreneurs ready to move from surviving to truly living. Hosted by me, Polly. I left the traditional career path at 24 to create life on my own terms, this show explores what it really means to step into your power. Each week features raw, inspiring conversations on business, mindset, confidence, creativity, growth, and deeper topics like chronic illness, ADHD, invisible disabilities, burnout, and healing. Step into dream mode with me ✨

Episodes

  1. Ep 10: You Are Already Enough: Rewriting Your Worthiness Story

    11/27/2025

    Ep 10: You Are Already Enough: Rewriting Your Worthiness Story

    In this raw and expansive conversation with the wonderful Kyla, we dive deep into worthiness, identity, and the quiet beliefs that shape what we allow ourselves to receive. If you've ever felt like you want more for your life, but something inside you keeps pulling you back, then this episode will feel like a warm, grounding exhale. We explore:✨ Why worthiness isn’t something you earn, instead it’s something you remember✨ How childhood experiences shape what we think we deserve✨ The difference between external confidence and inner safety✨ Why self-abandonment feels easier than self-honouring✨ How to recognise the moments you shrink, dim, or downplay yourself✨ The identity shifts required to let love, success, and support in✨ Why slowing down is often the most transformative work of all Together, we unpack the messy middle (the fear, the resistance, the grief, the growth) and what it really takes to build a life that supports the most liberated version of you. If you’ve been navigating change, deep healing, or the quiet nudge that you’re meant for more, this conversation will help you feel seen, softened, and supported as you rise. Check out Polly's links below:The Elevated Life Website: ⁠https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk⁠The Elevated Life Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/Don't forget to check out Kyla's links:Kyla's Website: ⁠https://warwickshiretherapy.co.uk/⁠Kyla's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/warwicktherapy/ Extra Notes: The lady mentioned regarding the trend "I met my younger self for coffee" on social media based on her poem you can view here: https://www.instagram.com/jennaececelia?igsh=MWFydGtvY3c4bHBjeA==

    49 min
  2. Ep 9: Beyond Fear: Uplevelling, Self-Sabotage & the Big Leap

    11/20/2025

    Ep 9: Beyond Fear: Uplevelling, Self-Sabotage & the Big Leap

    In this episode, we dive into the Upper Limit Problem - the sneaky ways we self-sabotage when life feels “too good.” Inspired by Gay Hendricks’ book The Big Leap, we explore why fear, hidden beliefs, and old patterns kick in just as we start to expand and how to move past them. We dive into: ✨ What the Upper Limit Problem is and how to spot it in your own life ✨ How worry, self-doubt, or chaos sneak in when things are going well ✨ The four hidden barriers that keep us small (feeling flawed, fear of abandonment, burden, and outshining) ✨ Real-life stories of how self-sabotage has shown up for us and the shifts that helped ✨ Practical tools like the “I cannot expand because…” exercise to rewire limiting beliefs If you’ve ever found yourself worrying, downplaying your wins, or holding back from your next step, this conversation will help you notice the patterns, break free from self-sabotage, and expand into your full potential. Check out Polly's links below: The Elevated Life Website: ⁠⁠https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk The Elevated Life Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/

    43 min
  3. Ep 8: Creating Space to Reconnect: Mindfulness, Freedom & Inner Clarity

    11/13/2025

    Ep 8: Creating Space to Reconnect: Mindfulness, Freedom & Inner Clarity

    In this episode, I’m joined by transformational coach Verena Seipp, whose journey of freedom, travel, and purpose has shaped the way she helps others reconnect with themselves. From leaving the familiar behind to explore the world, to guiding people with mindfulness, holistic tools, and even LEGO® Serious Play®, Verena’s work is all about creating space to truly listen to ourselves and to each other. We dive into: ✨ What it means to create space and why being fully heard is so powerful ✨ The real meaning of self-care and mindfulness (beyond the clichés) ✨ The honest emotional side of entrepreneurship and resilience ✨ How playful tools like LEGO® can unlock deep insight ✨ Verena’s 3-step resilience framework: Awareness → Acceptance → Action If you’ve been craving a reset, the courage to slow down, or inspiration to live more authentically, this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air. Check out Polly's links below: The Elevated Life Website: ⁠⁠https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk⁠⁠ The Elevated Life Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/⁠⁠ Check out Verena's links below: Verena's Website: https://www.seippcoaching.com/ Verena's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verena_seipp/

    1h 16m
  4. Ep 7: Choosing Your Power: The Inner Work of Feeling Enough

    11/06/2025

    Ep 7: Choosing Your Power: The Inner Work of Feeling Enough

    In this special episode, I chat with my dear friend Sharon Bott, a coach, facilitator, and intuitive guide about choosing your power, a phrase that changed the way I think about life, growth, and authenticity. We dive into: ✨ Why choosing your power is more empowering than stepping into your power ✨ How Sharon’s DNA Light Up system helps clear limiting beliefs and reconnect with your inner spark ✨ My personal Light Up journey and the moment I truly felt "I AM ENOUGH" ✨ Living an elevated life: clarity, intention, alignment, and unapologetic self-expression Full of heartfelt stories, practical insights, and deep reflections, this episode is for anyone ready to trust themselves, make empowered choices, and live a bold, authentic life. Check out Polly's links below: The Elevated Life Website: ⁠⁠https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk⁠⁠ The Elevated Life Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/⁠⁠ Check out Sharon's links below: Sharon's Website: https://tlup.co.uk/ Sharon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dnalightup/ Extra Notes: Lady's name from the story Sharon told is Sally Kohn and her book is called The Opposite of Hate (2018).

    42 min
  5. Ep 6: The Conversation I Wasn’t Sure I’d Share Vulnerability and Life with a Chronic Illness

    10/30/2025

    Ep 6: The Conversation I Wasn’t Sure I’d Share Vulnerability and Life with a Chronic Illness

    Some days are not easy... In this honest, unfiltered conversation, I share my recent diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome and sleep apnoea, and what it feels like to sit with the messy middle instead of putting on a brave face. Joined by Nisha, we explore what it means to show up authentically, even when life feels overwhelming. We dive into: ✨ The relief and grief of finally receiving a diagnosis after 20 years ✨ Why advice isn’t always helpful and what true empathy looks like ✨ The exhaustion of living with chronic illness (and how it shapes daily life) ✨ Learning to surrender, pace yourself, and redefine “success” ✨ Why it’s okay not to feel okay and how to find safety in the small things If you’ve ever struggled behind the scenes while presenting “fine” to the world, this episode is a reminder that your truth is valid, your feelings are welcome, and you don’t have to carry it all alone. Check out Polly's links below: The Elevated Life Website: ⁠https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk⁠ The Elevated Life Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/⁠ Don't forget to check out Nisha's links: Nisha's Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/nisha.innerspace/⁠ Nisha's Website: ⁠https://innerspacetherapy.uk

    18 min

  6. Season 1 Trailer

    Introducing The Elevated Life Podcast: Your Invite to Step into Dream Mode and Live a Life You Love

    Hi, I’m Polly. I left the traditional career path at 24 to start my own business, and now freedom is my reality with Mondays off, travel, daily luxuries, and time with the people and animals I love. On this podcast, we get real about building a life that supports you: breaking free from survival mode, dreaming bigger, and creating your own version of an Elevated Life whilst dealing with chronic illness, messy middles, and all. Each week, I share honest conversations with women elevating their lives one step at a time. Step into dream mode with me. Check out Polly's links below: The Elevated Life Website: https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk/⁠ The Elevated Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/

    2 min
  7. Ep 5: The Nervous System Reset: Creating Calm in a Burnout Culture

    10/11/2025

    Ep 5: The Nervous System Reset: Creating Calm in a Burnout Culture

    I met Nicky Jotangia during one of the most stressful times of my life - a sleepless, renovation-fuelled burnout. One massage later, I knew I’d found a lifelong friend… and eventually, a business collaborator. In this episode, Nicky and I talk about: ✨ Why rest is not something you have to earn ✨ Practical tools for calming your nervous system ✨ How self-care can be simple, grounding, and guilt-free ✨ The truth about burnout (and what actually helps in the moment) ✨ Our new course designed to help women shift out of fight-or-flight If you’re feeling stuck on “survival mode,” this episode will give you the permission and the tools to slow down, soften, and breathe again. Check out Polly's links below: The Elevated Life Website: ⁠https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk/ The Elevated Life Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/ Don't forget to check out Nicky's links: Nicky's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holistic_nicky/ Link to Hand Lotion Mention: https://uk.nyrorganic.com/shop/nickyjotangia/product/1195/english-lavender-and-calendula-hand-lotion-200ml/?a=12&cat=0&search=Hand%20lotion

    37 min
  8. Ep 4: Building Better Friendships in Your 30s and Beyond: Finding Your People & the "Let Them" Theory

    10/02/2025

    Ep 4: Building Better Friendships in Your 30s and Beyond: Finding Your People & the "Let Them" Theory

    In this episode, we, Nisha and I, share how we met on Bumble BFF, why we clicked instantly, and what inspired us to start this podcast. We dive into: ✨ The "Let Them "theory by Mel Robbins and how it protects your peace ✨ The "Let Me" mindset and why it’s your key to empowerment ✨ Why adult friendships change (and what to do about it) ✨ The 3 pillars that keep friendships strong: proximity, timing & energy ✨ Practical ways to make new friends - from coffee invites to community building Whether you’re nurturing lifelong besties or starting fresh in a new city, this episode is full of real talk, personal stories, and tips for building the kind of friendships that last a reason, a season, or a lifetime. Check out Polly's links below: The Elevated Life Website: https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk The Elevated Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/ Don't forget to check out Nisha's links: Nisha's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nisha.innerspace/ Nisha's Website: ⁠https://innerspacetherapy.uk⁠

    45 min
  9. Ep 3: How to Style Your Way to Confidence and Success

    09/25/2025

    Ep 3: How to Style Your Way to Confidence and Success

    What you wear isn’t just about fashion - it’s about confidence, mindset, and showing up as the most empowered version of yourself. In this episode, I’m joined by stylist Helen Richardson, who helps women rediscover their style, reignite their confidence, and feel amazing in their own skin - no matter their age, size, or budget. We talk about: ✨ Why style is more than just clothes ✨ The connection between what you wear and how you feel✨ How colour, shape, and personal expression can transform confidence✨ The psychology behind style as personal development✨ Why it’s never too late to start showing up as you If you’ve been hiding in your wardrobe (literally or metaphorically), let this episode be your sign to step back into style, joy, and self-belief. Check out Polly's links below: The Elevated Life Website: ⁠https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk⁠ The Elevated Life Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/⁠ Don't forget to check out Helen's links: Helen's Website: https://www.helen-richardson.co.uk/ Helen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helen_v_richardsonstylist/

    39 min
  10. Ep 2: From Survival to Dream Mode: Creating Space to Thrive

    09/18/2025

    Ep 2: From Survival to Dream Mode: Creating Space to Thrive

    “You can’t dream when you’re in survival mode.” In this deeply personal episode, I sit down with my therapist, Kyla, to unpack the journey from living in constant burnout to creating the space to dream big again. We talk about: ✨ What survival mode really is — and why it’s not just about money ✨ How unmet needs and nervous system regulation impact our ability to dream ✨ My own therapy journey and the turning points that shifted everything ✨ The difference between surviving and thriving (and why it can be scary to make the leap) ✨ Practical tools for sustaining “dream mode” in life and business If you’ve been stuck in go-go-go mode, waiting for “someday” to feel happy or successful, this conversation will help you see that you can start creating your dream life now. Check out Polly's links below: The Elevated Life Website: https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk The Elevated Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/ Don't forget to check out Kyla's links: Kyla's Website: https://warwickshiretherapy.co.uk/ Kyla's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/warwicktherapy/

    47 min
  11. Ep 1: How to Build a Business That Puts You First, Without Burning Out

    09/11/2025

    Ep 1: How to Build a Business That Puts You First, Without Burning Out

    In this episode, I’m joined by my friend, mentor, and anti-hustle coach Jo Hooper. Jo has played a huge role in reshaping how I run my business and live my life. Together we explore what it really means to build a Me First business—one where your wellbeing, capacity, and joy come first. We dive into: ✨ What a “Me First” business looks like in practice ✨ The unlearning that happens when you leave hustle culture behind ✨ My own journey of burnout, ADHD diagnosis, and creating space for rest ✨ The power of boundaries, mindset shifts & redefining success ✨ Our Magic in Mijas retreat and what made it so transformational If you’ve ever felt drained by your business, stuck in people-pleasing, or like you’re hustling just to keep up, this conversation is going to feel like a big exhale. Check out Polly's links below: The Elevated Life Website: https://www.theelevatedlife.co.uk/ The Elevated Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polly.theelevatedlife/ Don't forget to check out Jo's links: Jo's Website: https://getwildlyfree.co.uk/ Jo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getwildlyfree/

    1h 3m

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The Elevated Life Podcast is for freedom-seekers, dreamers, heart-led women, and entrepreneurs ready to move from surviving to truly living. Hosted by me, Polly. I left the traditional career path at 24 to create life on my own terms, this show explores what it really means to step into your power. Each week features raw, inspiring conversations on business, mindset, confidence, creativity, growth, and deeper topics like chronic illness, ADHD, invisible disabilities, burnout, and healing. Step into dream mode with me ✨

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