Heal Out Loud with Nicole Polidano

Nicole Polidano

Heal Out Loud is the podcast for anyone who's done pretending they're fine when they're really falling apart inside. It's for the ones who've been to therapy, read the books, tried to 'fix themselves' and still feel lost, unworthy, and alone. Hosted by Nicole Polidano, foster mum and Inner Child Healing Coach, who went from a traumatic childhood marked by a drug-dependent mother, an absent father, and years in foster care… to finally finding peace, freedom, and self-love from the inside out. For most of her life, Nicole felt broken, and it showed up everywhere: in her relationships, her career, and the way she spoke to herself. But healing her inner child changed everything. She built healthy, loving friendships, started a thriving coaching business, and created a life rooted in joy, calm, and genuine self-worth. Each episode blends science, soul, and straight-up honesty to help you heal the parts of you that still feel unseen and unworthy, so you can finally feel whole, loved, and at home in your own life. Listen in and start becoming the person you've always needed.

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July 31 · 13 min
#41: : How To Let Go & Allow Your Manifestation To Come In: Stop Blocking Your Own Desires
You've visualized. You've journaled. You've aligned. So why isn't your manifestation arriving? Because you're blocking it. In this episode, Nicole walks you through the exact reasons your manifestations aren't coming through and how to finally let go and receive. Using powerful metaphors (the seed, the oven), she reveals the inner work that separates women who manifest everything they want from women who keep sabotaging their own desires. If you're ready to stop checking on the seed and start receiving, this episode is for you. TIMESTAMPS & KEY MOMENTS 0:00 - 0:50 | The Hook: Why Your Manifestations Aren't Arriving The one thing everyone gets wrong about manifestation Why you're blocking your own desires The cost of not letting go What changes when you finally release 0:50 - 2:30 | The Seed Metaphor: Stop Digging It Up Planting the seed (doing the work) What happens when you check on it every day How this kills your manifestation Why your manifestation needs to grow in peace 2:30 - 3:45 | The Oven Metaphor: Close the Door Putting the cake in the oven Opening the door every few minutes Turning up the heat because you're impatient Adding more ingredients out of fear How this ruins your own manifestation 3:45 - 5:30 | The Alignment Work: Become HER Now Writing down your specific desire How it will feel when you have it How the person with it acts, thinks, dresses, moves The specific questions to ask yourself How your outer reality reflects your inner reality Living from the end (not waiting for it to change you) 5:30 - 7:15 | Living from the End: Act Like You Already Have It Why timing matters (universe protecting you) Examples: relationships, money, body How you sabotage when you're not aligned What it looks like to live from the end How to dress, move, think, talk as the person who has it The moment you do this, everything shifts 7:15 - 8:45 | The Trust & Letting Go: Divine Protection Trusting you're divinely protected The question that stops all doubt "If I already had this, would I..." Releasing your grip on the outcome How the universe responds to trust Why timing is always perfect 8:45 - 9:30 | The Challenge: Pick One Desire What to do this week Get clear, write it down, feel it Ask yourself: Who would I be? Start being her now Let go and watch what happens
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S2 · E40
July 24 · 11 min
#40: Why She Gets Chased & You Get Ignored: The 10 Qualities You're Missing
Ever wonder why some women don't have to chase? Why they barely respond to texts but he's obsessed? While you're giving everything and he still pulls away? In this episode, Nicole breaks down the exact 10 qualities that separate women who get chased from women who get ignored. It's not about being cold, unavailable, or playing games. It's about knowing your worth and embodying it. If you're abandoning yourself for love, this episode will change how you see relationships forever. TIMESTAMPS & KEY MOMENTS 0:00 - 0:45 | Why She Gets Chased & You Get Ignored The pattern Nicole sees with every client Why she's giving everything but he doesn't care What makes the other woman different The 10 qualities explained 0:45 - 2:15 | Qualities 1-3: The Foundation Quality #1: She puts herself first (always) Quality #2: She's not afraid of saying no Quality #3: She's not afraid of being high maintenance Why these create attraction instead of desperation 2:15 - 4:00 | Qualities 4-7: The Power Moves Quality #4: She receives help from a man Quality #5: She knows she's the prize Quality #6: She knows she's worthy (no proof needed) Quality #7: She doesn't put her partner on a pedestal How these shift the power dynamic 4:00 - 5:30 | Qualities 8-10: The Lifestyle Quality #8: She has a life outside of him Quality #9: She knows she adds value to his life Quality #10: She's fun to be around, not bitter Why these make her magnetic 5:30 - 7:00 | The Mirror: Where You Are Do these qualities resonate with you? The opposite pattern: abandoning yourself Why men don't chase women who don't value themselves Identifying where you're abandoning yourself 7:00 - 8:30 | The Shift: How to Become HER It starts with a decision Taking small actions (saying no, putting goals first) Building a life so full that a man is lucky to be invited in Respecting yourself so much that you don't tolerate less The moment everything changes 8:30 - 9:30 | The Challenge: Pick One Quality What to do this week Start with just one quality Watch his energy shift Watch how he suddenly starts chasing 9:30 - 10:00 | Close & Share Follow Heal Out Loud to never miss an episode. Share this with a friend who needs to hear it.
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S2 · E39
July 17 · 7 min
#39: When Everything Goes Wrong: How to Shift Your Reality
When everything is falling apart, your instinct is to push harder. Talk louder. Fix it faster. But what if the exact opposite is true? In this episode, Nicole breaks down why rest is your most strategic move, how repeating your pain story keeps you locked in the loop, and the inner reality shift that changes everything, without waiting for your circumstances to improve first. This isn't toxic positivity. This is the real work. The kind that shifts everything. Connect with Nicole: Instagram: @evolvingwithnicole For inner child healing coaching: Nicole@evolvingstar.com
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S2 · E38
July 10 · 7 min
#38: How to Stop Obsessing Over Him & Take Your Power Back
Can't stop thinking about him? You're not crazy. You're not weak. You're being called back to yourself. In this episode, Nicole breaks down the real reason we obsess over someone, and it has nothing to do with them. She walks you through tracing the obsession back to your inner child, understanding why chasing energy repels everything you want, and practical steps to take your power back today. This is the deep work. The real work. The kind that shifts everything. Follow Heal Out Loud on Instagram: @evolvingwithnicole For inner child healing coaching: nicole@evolvinstar.com
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S2 · E37
July 3 · 12 min
#37: I Stopped Chasing Love And My Body Healed: Here's Exactly What I Did
I went from fearing being single more than anything to genuinely enjoying every moment of it, and my body healed itself in the process. In this episode, I share the eight things I did to stop chasing love, stop treating myself like I was no good, and start building a life I'm proud of. From inner child healing and rewiring limiting beliefs to healing my endometriosis naturally and finally saying yes to my lifelong dream, this is the episode I needed to hear some years ago. If you're done pretending you're fine when you're really falling apart inside, this one is for you. You're not alone. Connect with me: @evolvingwithnicole
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S2 · E36
June 23 · 11 min
#36: The Real Reason You're Still Stuck In Pain
Acceptance isn't what you think it is. In this episode of Heal Out Loud, we break down why the quicker you accept your current reality, the faster your life transforms, not because you're settling, but because resistance is the very thing keeping you stuck on a low frequency. Most people confuse acceptance with resignation. They think accepting means giving up, waving the white flag, saying fine, this is just my life now. It's not. Acceptance is looking at your reality exactly as it is, not as you wish it was, and saying, "Okay. This is where I am. Now what?" We dive into: - Why everything is energy and what that means for your healing - The radio frequency metaphor, and why you can't tune into the sad station and expect to hear happy songs - Why what you chase runs away and what you avoid always catches up - Why shame is the lowest frequency a human can operate from - How the way you speak to yourself is the way you speak to your inner child, and they're always listening - How your breakdown can become your breakthrough This isn't "just think positive and everything will be fine." This is all about looking at what's actually happening, being kind enough to yourself to stop the shame cycle, and freeing up the energy you've been using to resist so you can finally use it to move forward. Nobody can save you except you and that's the most freeing thing you'll ever hear. — 🧡 Work with Nicole — Inner Child Healing Coaching: 📧 Contact: nicole@evolvingstar.com 📱 Instagram: @evolvingwithnicole If this episode helped you, subscribe and leave a review. It helps more people find this content when they need it most. New episodes every Friday. Hit the bell so you never miss one. #acceptance #innerchildhealing #lettinggo #selflove #healingjourney #selfcompassion #energyfrequency #shame #heartbreak #personalgrowth #healoutloud
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S2 · E35
June 21 · 21 min
#35: 'If You Don't Like It, Leave': How Childhood Wounds Keep You Stuck With The Wrong Person
Why do we stay when every cell in our body is screaming "leave"? In this episode, I open up about four relationships where my unhealed inner child kept me chained to people who weren't good for me, from the man who told me "if you don't like it, leave" to the one who disappeared for two days and called me crazy for worrying. But here's the uncomfortable truth: I was the toxic one too. Not because I was cruel, but because I kept choosing to stay in places that were destroying me. Because I believed I deserved it. Because being mistreated felt safer than being alone. I share the six things that finally broke the cycle, starting with the moment I sat down with little me and asked her what she actually needed. This breakdown can be your breakthrough if you use it properly. 💌 Contact me for inner child healing coaching: nicole@evolvingstar.com #innerchildhealing #toxicrelationships #healingattachmentwounds #overcominganxiousattachment #selfworth #healingjourney #relationshipadvice #attachmentstyles #breakuprecovery #selflove
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S2 · E34
June 5 · 12 min
#34: The Real Reason Your Relationships Keep Failing (It's Not What You Think)
The Real Reason Your Relationships Keep Failing (It's Not What You Think) You've done the work. The therapy, the journaling, the self-help books. And still, the same relationship patterns keep showing up. The same fears. The same pain. In this episode, Nicole Polidano opens up about her own devastating breakdown, and what she discovered underneath it that changed absolutely everything. Together we unpack: → How your childhood wounds are quietly running your adult relationships, finances, and sense of self-worth → Why 95% of your brain is operating on autopilot: and what that program was built on → Why awareness alone is not enough to create real change → How inner child reparenting rewires patterns at the nervous system level: where they actually live This is not about blaming your parents. This is not about more awareness. This is about breaking the cycle. Hosted by Nicole Polidano: Inner Child Healing Coach and creator of Heal Out Loud. Timestamps: 00:00 The Breaking Point: A Personal Journey 10:12 Understanding the Subconscious: The Root of Our Patterns 12:31 Rewiring the Mind: Healing the Inner Child 💌 Work with Nicole: https://forms.gle/2VbJcaGXa2TDd67g6 📩 Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/evolvingwithnicole/ or nicole@evolvingstar.com If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. You never know whose life you might change.
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S2 · E33
May 29 · 30 min
#33: She Was Bullied, Lost Her Visa & Had to Start Over: What She Did Next Will Change You
She had no friends. She was bullied for being 'too much'. She built a whole life in Australia, and then lost it overnight when her visa was revoked. But Julia Schmidt didn't crumble. She chose differently. In this episode, Julia shares how she went from a bullied teenager in Germany to living her dream life across the world, and how losing everything became the thing that set her free. We talk about the moment at 12 that rewired her self-worth, booking a flight to Costa Rica with zero plan, the identity crisis of losing her Australian life, and why 'fake it till you make it' is really about choosing who you're becoming, not pretending. If you've ever had to start from zero, this one's for you. 🔗 Connect with Julia Schmidt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjuliaschmitt?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== For details on her upcoming retreat in Lombok, Indonesia (September 1–7): https://daretodreamretreats.com/ 💛 Subscribe to Heal Out Loud so you never miss an episode. You're not alone in this.
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S2 · E32
May 22 · 28 min
#32: What Actually Makes A Woman Irresistible & Magnetic AF (& It's not what you think)
What makes a woman truly irresistible? It's not your looks. It's not your content strategy. It's your power. In this conversation with visibility coach Tinisha Joshi, we explore the fear of being seen, the "witch wound" that lives in women's bodies, and the exact steps to step into visibility and magnetism. Tinisha shares her journey from hiding during COVID to becoming a powerful voice on social media, and the spiritual and practical tools that helped her get there. Whether you're afraid to post online, speak your truth, or claim your dreams, this episode is for you. 📲 Free digital downloads 1. The cycle breakers guide to the fear of being seen 👇🏽 https://mailchi.mp/alignandshinecoach.com/fearofbeingseen 2. The Identity Gap 👇🏽 https://mailchi.mp/alignandshinecoach.com/fearofbeingseen 📂Reclaim your power toolkit (£44) https://www.alignandshinecoach.com/claim-your-power-back 🎙️ Tinisha's podcast https://rss.com/podcasts/alignandshine/ 💻My website https://www.alignandshinecoach.com
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S2 · E31
May 15 · 1 hr 14 min
#31 : You Will Never Feel Alone Again (When You Learn This About Self-Love)
What if the loneliness you feel isn't proof that no one loves you, it's proof that you haven't learned to hold yourself yet? In this episode of Heal Out Loud, Somatic Practioner, Ann Odom, and myself, are going deep into what it really means to love yourself, not the aesthetic version, not the bubble bath version, but the version that makes loneliness lose its grip on you. The version that rewrites the story that you need someone else to feel whole. I'm talking about the kind of self-love that doesn't just sound beautiful, it changes how you move through the world. The kind that sits with your inner child and says: I am here now. You are safe. I am never leaving your side. If you've been chasing love outside of you, filling rooms with people and still feeling empty, still feeling like something is missing, this is the episode that shifts something. Because the truth is: nobody can save you except yourself. And the most beautiful thing you'll ever hear is that nobody can save you except you. 🤍 Take all this energy and pour it back into you. If this episode held something for you, subscribe and share it with someone who needs to hear this. You are not alone in this. 💌 To Join Break The Pattern; Not Your Heart 1-day free workshop: https://app.flodesk.com/form/69ff82941759447b9377507d #selflove #loveyourself #innerchildhealing #healingjourney #heartbreakrecovery #loneliness #relationshiphealing #healoutloud #neverfeelalone #selfworth How to connect with Ann Odom: Ann Odom's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.reprogrammed.parent?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Ann Odom's Becoming Besties With Your Body: https://www.thereprogrammedparent.com/challenge-page/97767ccd-3338-4b29-943c-e59d706d981c?programId=97767ccd-3338-4b29-943c-e59d706d981c&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaARu30tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafzxLgeywhXTlZML2ulWouavGw5MZ86mjZPYV7lOlyjWwwO-yMU1JW8HkD3zA_aem_MrfLZceZBPGEf6Mx-ZvOvw Ann Odom's Safe Inside: https://tidy-forest-73543.myflodesk.com/n2b7wi3q3i?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaARu3z5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafzxLgeywhXTlZML2ulWouavGw5MZ86mjZPYV7lOlyjWwwO-yMU1JW8HkD3zA_aem_MrfLZceZBPGEf6Mx-ZvOvw
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S2 · E30
May 8 · 14 min
#30: The Identity Shift Nobody Told You Was Missing
Are you doing all the right things, the hikes, the journaling, the solo dates, but still feeling stuck on the inside? This episode is for you. In Episode 30, Nicole breaks down the missing step that keeps so many people trapped in the same painful patterns. If your outer reality isn't changing, it's because your inner identity hasn't changed yet. In this episode, Nicole walks you through a 6-step framework to rewire who you believe you are, so you can finally attract the relationships, peace, and life you deserve. In this episode: ✦ Why physical self-care alone isn't enough to heal ✦ The 95%/5% subconscious rule and why it controls your relationships ✦ How to identify the limiting beliefs running your life in the background ✦ The 6-step identity recalibration framework ✦ How trauma formed the identity you're still living from ✦ What your inner child decided about love, and how to rewrite it ✦ Why the words you use about yourself matter more than you think Contact Nicole for coaching: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflhXwCsPijttKICT1nrsxFWzZGzLqFf28vm3qQ8Nux0rzmOg/viewform
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S2 · E29
April 27 · 17 min
#29: Law of Assumption: How to Manifest the Life You Actually Want
Most people have been trying to manifest the wrong way, and this episode is going to show you exactly why. In this episode I'm diving deep into the Law of Assumption, Neville Goddard's powerful framework that teaches us that what you assume to be true, becomes your reality. I break down the difference between the Law of Attraction and the Law of Assumption, the four steps to apply it to your real life, and the one hidden block (rooted in your past) that quietly cancels out every assumption you make. This one comes with a challenge, and I want you to take it seriously. If you're ready to stop visualising and start living your dream life from the inside out, this episode is for you. 🤍
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S2 · E28
April 24 · 14 min
#28: He Left & I Stopped Blaming Me (Here are 5 Things I Did)
He left. And for a moment, I almost let that mean everything about me. But it doesn't. And in this episode, I share the 5 things I did to stop making his absence mean something negative about me, from understanding my abandonment wound and doing the real inner child healing work, to forgiving myself for knowing better and not always being able to do better. If you've been spiraling after someone pulled away, this episode is for you.📌 Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:30 Nothing Is Personal — Why His Absence Isn't About You 03:30 The Abandonment Wound: Healing the Root, Not the Symptom 07:00 Forgiving Yourself for Operating From Your Inner Child 09:00 Choosing Compassion Over Anger (The Fire Analogy) 11:00 Remembering the Abundance Still Waiting For You 💬 Which of the 5 hit you the hardest? Let me know below. 🔗 Ready to start your inner child healing journey? Contact me here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLS...
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S2 · E27
April 17 · 28 min
#27: I Stopped Accepting The Bare Minimum After Learning This
Summary This episode explores how to stop accepting the bare minimum in relationships by healing your inner child, reprogramming your subconscious, and cultivating self-love. Nicole shares personal insights and practical steps to attract healthier, more fulfilling partnerships. Chapters 00:00 Embracing Your Worth 00:41 Understanding the Bare Minimum 06:57 Reprogramming Your Subconscious 14:30 Shifting Your Energy 20:30 Healing Your Inner Child 22:32 What To Do To Stop Accepting The Bare Minimum NOW
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S2 · E26
April 10 · 18 min
#26: Rewire Your Subconscious To Finally Attract The One
Summary Nicole explores how childhood trauma influences adult relationships, limiting beliefs, and ways to rewire the subconscious for healthier connections. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Trauma's Impact on Relationships 05:26 Rewiring the Subconscious Mind 11:53 Practical Steps for Healing and Growth 17:05 The Importance of Support and Community
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S2 · E25
April 3 · 25 min
#25: From Toxic To Calm: My Story
Summary In this episode, Nicole shares her personal journey of overcoming childhood trauma and breaking free from limiting beliefs through neuroplasticity and inner child re-parenting. She emphasizes the importance of rewiring the subconscious mind to create a peaceful, fulfilling life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Healing and Reflection 00:08 Recognizing Patterns from Childhood 01:32 The Power of Neuroplasticity 04:13 Understanding Personal Reality and Childhood Influences 07:51 The Dark Night of the Soul 12:11 The Impact of Subconscious Programming 15:51 Reparenting the Inner Child 20:12 Creating a Peaceful Environment 24:45 Conclusion: Breaking the Cycle of Trauma
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S1 · E24
March 27 · 29 min
#24: Breakup Survival Guide: Don't Make These Mistakes
Summary This episode offers compassionate guidance on navigating the pain of a breakup, emphasizing inner child healing, rewiring subconscious patterns, and self-compassion to transform heartbreak into personal growth. Chapters 00:01 Why Breakups Feel Like Heartbreak and Physical Pain 01:02 Common Emotional Reactions to Breakup: Shame, Sadness, Anger 02:25 The Brain's Response to Breakup and Belief Patterns 03:56 Nicole’s Personal Breakup Story and Lessons Learned 05:39 Recognizing Self-Sabotaging Patterns in Relationships 07:34 How Past Wounds Influence Present Relationships 09:17 Energy Transfer and Insecurity in Relationships 14:41 Co-Creation of Relationships and Breakups 16:17 Healing Wounds from Childhood to Break Cycles 17:59 The Power of Inner Child Healing to Prevent Repeating Patterns 21:33 The Importance of Not Taking Breakups Personally 25:29 Managing Expectations and Releasing Control in Relationships 28:47 Trusting the Process and Finding Meaning in Breakup
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S1 · E23
March 13 · 23 min
#23: How I Cured My Loneliness
Summary This episode explores the deep roots of loneliness, how childhood experiences shape our emotional landscape, and practical steps to reparent your inner child to find peace and connection. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Loneliness 02:24 The Role of the Inner Child 09:50 Reparenting Your Inner Child 17:20 Creating Safety from Within 22:58 The Path to Healing Loneliness IG Link for more info on reparenting your inner child: https://www.instagram.com/evolvingwithnicole/
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February 27 · 35 min
#22: He Pulled Away? Don't Do This!
In this episode of Heal Out Loud, Nicole discusses the emotional challenges faced when someone pulls away in a relationship. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining self-worth and dignity during these times, outlining common mistakes to avoid, such as over-communicating and seeking validation externally. Nicole introduces the concept of attachment styles and the significance of inner child healing as a means to navigate emotional turmoil and foster personal growth. The episode concludes with a reminder to prioritize self-care and trust in the universe's plan for one's life. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Emotional Withdrawal 04:06 Avoiding Common Mistakes During Withdrawal 11:01 The Importance of Self-Reflection 17:10 Navigating Attachment Styles 22:49 Healing Through Inner Child Work 28:05 Empowering Yourself Beyond Relationships
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