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The Polynesian Life Coach

Elisha Tamasilinktr.ee
Your go-to space for confidence, self-love, and breaking free from diet culture, for good! Hosted by Elisha Tamasi — life coach, speaker, event host, and founder of Destination Self Love, this podcast helps women unlearn body shame, embrace their worth, and build unshakable confidence. Each episode covers self-love, body image, fatphobia, relationships, and mindset shifts so you can finally stop shrinking yourself and start living boldly. If you're ready to break free from toxic beauty standards and love yourself unapologetically, hit subscribe and start your journey to self-empowerment!
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Episodes

66. Don't Take Life For Granted

Don’t play with your life sis! Last week I got my new glasses and this whole podcast stemmed from it. How often do you take life for granted? The fact that you can see is a blessing. That you can hear, smell, walk, talk. Love, none of this is promised but here we are taking that shit for granted. Let this podcast be the wake up call for you to stop taking life for granted and live it to the fullest! I love you! Leesh xx Wanna work with me? Dm me “work” on instagram here...

Dec 04, 202317 min

65. What CAN You Do Before The Year Ends?

Hey love, can you believe 2023 is coming to an end? How did you go with accomplishing your goals this year? On this week's podcast we are going to look over those goals and do a little bit of a clean up, celebrate what we have achieved and see what we can get done before the year ends. Book I quoted in the episode is The One Thing by Gary W Keller and Jay Papasan To listen to the podcast I referenced in the ep click here

Nov 27, 202321 min

64. Why You May Need New Friends

You are a product of your environment so you need to make sure that environment is good sis. Are the people around you uplifting? Supportive? Do they share similar values? Are they positive or do they drain your energy? On this week's podcast episode I share about a time in my life where my environment was horrible, like absolutely terrible but when I removed myself from that environment my whole life changed for the better. I also share some signs that means you need new friends Please enjoy an...

Nov 20, 202324 min

63. How I Optimise My Time After Going Back To A 9-5

After being self employed for 3 years I've gone back to a 9-5 job and when I first started I was like WTF I really feel like I don't have much time in my day to do anything. I spend 8.5 hours at mahi, 2 hour travel time, 8 hours sleep, so that only leaves me with 5.5hours of free time left and between running my biz, cooking, cleaning, spending time with Mets, doing life admin, etc it doesn't feel like much. On this podcast I share how I make the most of my time because now that i've set up rout...

Nov 13, 202324 min

62. Internalised Fatphobia

This weeks podcast episode is another one from my coaching program but ties into last weeks podcast so if you haven't already listened to that please go back and listen. The resources I mention in the episode - Watch Youtube video - "I am Fat" by Victoria Welsby here Read book "You have the right to remain fat" by Virgie Tovar Questions to answer... What things are you doing in your life that reinforces fatphobia? What are you doing that supports it? Scales, diets, etc What are fatphobic things ...

Nov 06, 202315 min

61. Unlearning Fatphobia

Hey love, this is a little video taken from my online coaching course but I thought it would be so beneficial to you! Check out the IG post I referred to about fat shaming in kids media here Follow Alicia Mccarvell here Ask yourself these questions... What are your beauty standards? What does healthy look like to you? Let me know your takeaways on Instagram here...

Oct 30, 202321 min

60. Breaking Negative Generational Cycles

I'm back from holiday fam! We have so much to talk about! On this weeks podcast episode I talk about my holiday to NZ, the cruise, realisations I had in NZ, putting yourself first and breaking generational cycles. Pls enjoy!

Oct 23, 202326 min

59. How To Start A Podcast

I can't wait to hear your podcast my love! Here's all the equipment and links I talked about in the episode... Microphones - Samson Q2U - https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/samson-recording-and-podcast-pack-black-q2u-ps90028785 Otto - https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/otto-usb-studio-microphone-otmicusbdc Platform - Anchor aka Spotify for podcasters - https://podcasters.spotify.com Imovie is what I use to edit - download this onto your computer Canva (for podcast l...

Oct 16, 202324 min

58. Let's Talk Scarcity Mindset

Hey my loves, on this weeks episode I thought I would share a lil korero I had in The Vibe Tribe about having a scarcity mindset. Please enjoy!

Oct 09, 202314 min

57. How To Not Care About What People Think

On this weeks poddy I speak about not caring what people think and let's be real, it's a thing and something even to this day I have to check myself for. I share with you how your judgment of others relates to how you care what others think. How important it is to be secure in yourself, know your values, worth and what you stand for That you need to challenge and investigate your thoughts and why you care Writing down the impact that caring what others think has on your life and where it is stop...

Oct 02, 202320 min

56. Feel Like You're Behind? Listen To This!

There's so many factors as to why we may feel like we are behind in life - on this week's episode I unpack this... Sometimes we feel behind because we are comparing ourselves and what we've achieved in life to societies expectations, how our friends and family are doing or what their expectations are, we compare ourselves to where we thought we would be - for me that was married and pregnant at 21 years old LOL I give tips on how to overcome this like seeing our so called "failures" as lessons, ...

Sep 25, 202317 min

55. What Going Back To a 9-5 Has Taught Me

Hey my love, I'M BACKK!! Aroha mai for missing last week I was absolutely bedridden all week but this week makes up for it because I am sharing with you all the lessons i've learnt from recently going back to a 9-5. I talk about the shame, fear of failure and resistance of going back How it has helped me understand the women I work with more I speak about how it is a right now phase and not a forever phase How easy it is to get stuck into work gossip and drama and the importance of having other ...

Sep 19, 202331 min

32. Relationships - Cheating & Being Cheated On

Not me telling you my deepest darkest secrets on this episode haha. This week I talk about my past relationships, relationships with friends and saying I love you. Thank you for the podcast request - I'm glad cos I feel like this is a side of me I have never really talked about. Please if you have any podcast requests msg me on instagram here Want to learn how to love and accept your body without losing a kg? Book you Body Acceptance Masterclass tickets here...

Sep 18, 202329 min

54. How Do I Find My Purpose?

How to find your purpose 🫶 This q has come up a few times with my clients so I thought I’d share with you some tips on how to find your purpose… Take time for yourself to reflect What matters to you? What are your value, interests, passions? What topics make your feel alive and engaged? Look back at past experiences where you felt fulfilled or purposeful What are your strengths, talents, skills? What comes naturally to you? What do you excel at? What would you do if all your needs were met? If ...

Sep 06, 202318 min

53. Selfish or Selfless?

Sis, is it being selfish or selfless? Putting yourself first isn’t selfish, it’s the right thing to do You can’t poor from an empty cup I share my journey with putting others first, people pleasing and moving away and working on myself and putting myself first We can’t give if we don’t got Have a listen and let me know what you think, dm me on IG - https://instagram.com/soextra.__

Sep 04, 202322 min

52. I Know I Want To Change But Where Do I Start?

*BONUS IG LIVE* I know I want to CHANGE but where do I start? Start with finding out what’s stopping you❣️ What’s the thought that keeps popping up that is stopping you from making a change? I wrote down some of the things clients have said in the past and shared how to overcome them I’m scared of the unknown I don’t want to feel discomfort I lack clarity on what I want I don’t like change I have no motivation It’s too hard! I don’t have enough money, resources, support, time I don’t think I’m g...

Aug 30, 202321 min

51. Growth Looks Different To Different People

Hey my beautiful friend! On this week's podcast episode I share my beautiful tāne Mets incredible story and congratulate him on winning his rugby grand finals. I highlight the fact that growth looks different to different people and how important it is to have sit down convos with your partner to talk about your values, what is working, what's not working and going through the wheel of life exercise. I also remind you that we all have incredible stories and we can help so many by sharing them an...

Aug 29, 202324 min

50. How Do I Be More Productive?

How do I be more productive? ✅ This is what I do to get shxt done… 📝 Write down everything you want and need to do 👉 Get clear on every task and break big tasks into smaller tasks ⏰ Prioritise your tasks - look up time matrix on YouTube and action 💨 For any task that takes less than 2mins do it immediately 🗓️ Set 1-3 tasks per day only 🛒 Batch similar tasks and same place tasks together 🥰 Have realistic expectations and standards - you know yourself best ⚡️Schedule tasks at your best energ...

Aug 23, 202316 min

49. How Do I Stop Worrying About My Weight?

On this weeks poddy episode I talk about how to stop worrying about your weight ✋ Waking up every morning thinking about how much I weigh, how to get that number down, starving myself, skipping meals, torturing myself with workouts and thinking about the numbers all day and night had me bloody exhausted But now, none of that is on my mind and here’s a few reasons why… I changed my environment I got rid of the scales and diets I got rid of friends and family that would comment on their weight and...

Aug 21, 202317 min

48. How Do I Show Up As My Fully Expressed Self?

Bonus IG live How do I show up as my fully expressed self? Or as I like to say being So Extra & proud ☺️ For so long I didn’t show up as my fully expressed self because I was worried about what people might think of me, that judgment and worry about not fitting in Ask yourself - what is it costing me? For me it was my happiness, I was living a life where I was so bloody miserable 😩 Investigate where in your life you are hiding and why? Challenge those thoughts 💭 Who do you want to be? What...

Aug 16, 20239 min

47. Vulnerability Hangover

Been feeling very vulnerable in these spaces the last couple weeks but I feel like that's a given It's a part of the level up and something I need to do to become the best version of me and become who I want to be Being open, honest, and emotionally exposed is uncomfortable af and so challenging. Sharing your true thoughts, feelings, and experiences to others and not knowing how people will respond is daunting. But we have to remind ourselves that we are doing the best we can and we need to have...

Aug 14, 202313 min

46. How Do I Stop Doubting Myself?

IG live episode How do I stop doubting myself? Self doubt is normal You’ll have self doubt but I think it’s important to know how to manage it Think about the times when you feel self doubt, what are you doing? Usually you’re about to go to that next level 🔥 Give your doubts attention, see them, hear them, what’s coming up? What’s the worst case scenario? Let’s go there! Have self compassion - of course you’re scared you’re about to do something big!! 😮‍💨 This is why people don’t grow, they d...

Aug 07, 202315 min

45. How Do I Embrace My Tummy/Problem Area?

BONUS EP from IG live How do I embrace my tummy/problem area? Love this q that came off the back of my last post 🧡 Firstly, your tummy/ body is not a problem and you don’t need to be fixed ❣️ I invite you to change your language If you’re currently at a stage where you are aware of your thoughts around this area 💭 And you’ve challenged it ‼️ And now you are ready to change it You need to… Choose what you want to believe - don’t identify with that thought anymore, stop saying it ✋ Build a relat...

Aug 02, 202314 min

44. Self Love with Sarah Viliamu

On this weeks poddy I have special guest Sarah Viliamu! Sarah is a self love advocate, model, speaker, business owner, mum, wife and influencer. We speak about all things self love - why women struggle with self love, Sarah's journey to self love, tips on how to practice self love and more. Enjoy sis! You can connect with Sarah here Buy tickets to the 'Move For You' event here (use code 'VIBETRIBE' for $10 off)...

Jul 31, 202333 min

43. How To Practice Self Compassion

Bonus - IG Live Episode How do I practice self compassion? We lack a lot of self compassion when it comes to our body image The mean things we say to ourselves and how negatively we talk about ourselves “I hate my body, stomach, stretch marks, rolls” “I’m not good enough, worthy, attractive” “Ew, I look so fat and disgusting” So I put together a easy to remember acronym - ACT Awareness, Acknowledgment Challenge, Change, Care Thankfulness, Throw it away, Train yourself ACT is my go-to for anytime...

Jul 26, 202317 min

42. Why I Didn't Go To Lizzo's Concert

This week we are talking about why I chose not to go to Lizzo's concert It's a goodie and I hope it helps you expand your thinking Questions to ask yourself... Why am I doing this? What am I prioritising? Am I looking out for my highest self and what that women needs? Are you thinking bout your dream life? Or are you settling for less? If you are ready to prioritise yourself and your relationship with your body join me in The Vibe Tribe here You can get on the mailing list for my special early b...

Jul 25, 202321 min

41. How Do I Stop Comparing My Body To Smaller Bodies?

Love this q that was asked in last weeks Fat Fridays Q&A IG live. Have a listen and let me know what you think xx Self compassion is key sis 🔑 And I know it’s hard! When you’re feeling down because of your weight the last thing you think you deserve is self compassion But you do❣️ And if it’s hard to be kind to yourself think of a loved one - how would you treat them if they came to you telling you they hated their body? I used to picture my nieces or nephews, I’d never say the nasty things...

Jul 17, 202317 min

40. How Do I Stop Judging The Size Of My Body When I Look In The Mirror/Photos?

BONUS EP from my Fat Friday's Q&A Series How do I stop judging the size of my body when I look in the mirror/photos? Practice self compassion 🥰 Sis you’re incredible! You need to hype yourself up and show yourself all the love and kindness you give to others. If this feels hard to do, think about a loved one and how you treat them - give that same love to yourself 🧡 Focus on what you love - we are so conditioned to go straight to what we hate when it comes to the mirror, instead point out ...

Jul 15, 202312 min

39. Why I Promote Unhealthiness

I've been getting abit of feedback online where people think I am promoting unhealthiness so I want to make it clear... My message is that - Your weight doesn't equal your worthiness You can look in the mirror and love what you see as a fat person You can be plus size and confident in your body I think people get it twisted because they think that fat = unhealthy and I'm here to challenge that Is it true? There's also different types of health and health looks different to everyone BUT Regardles...

Jul 10, 202317 min

38. How Do You Practice Self Love Whilst Trying To Lose Weight?

BONUS EP from my Fat Friday's Q&A Series I LOVE this question so much cos I think so many people think that self love and weight loss cannot co exist We think that if someone wants to lose weight they must hate themselves But I think self love is NECESSARY in order to lose weight in a healthy way ❣️ Please listen and let me know your thoughts here Need help with loving you plus size body? I got you sis! Here's 3 ways I can help... 1 - Download my Free Masterclass here 2 - Check out The Vibe ...

Jul 05, 202314 min
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