For Entrepreneurs, Creators, and Founders:
Your Success Shouldn’t Come at the Cost of Your Well-Being
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Welcome! I’m Lauren Polly, a speaker, coach, and author dedicated to helping entrepreneurs, creators, and founders like you navigate the delicate balance between ambition and personal well-being. I know firsthand how the drive to succeed can overshadow the need to stay true to who you are. My journey has taught me that it’s possible to thrive in your professional life without sacrificing your emotional depth, creativity, or personal identity.
If you’re tired of the hustle culture and one-size-fits-all solutions, you’re in the right place. Let’s explore new ways to achieve your goals while staying connected to what makes you unique.
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Free eBook The Resiliency Roadmap
Feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of entrepreneurship? Struggling to stay true to yourself amidst the drive for success? Our "Resiliency Roadmap: A Guide for Entrepreneurial Well-being" is here to help. This guide is more than just a resource—it’s your blueprint for turning challenges into stepping stones for growth. Whether you're a creator, founder, or entrepreneur, this roadmap will guide you through balancing your ambition with your well-being.
“A note to express my appreciation and gratitude for what you brought to Transport Topanga Literary Festival. It’s amazing to me that a person can be a container for so much transformation and still hold a brilliant, genuine smile and bounce in their step. Your triumph over doctors and labeling and pain is truly inspiring and educational. I hope our paths cross again.”
~ Kim, Director of Topanga Literary Festival
ELEVATE Membership Where Entrepreneurs, Creators, and Founders Grow Together
Picture a space where your ideas and passions aren’t just acknowledged—they’re the key to your success. ELEVATE is that space, designed for entrepreneurs, creators, and founders who want to build businesses that feel true to who they are. In this community, authenticity comes first, and growth happens through honest connections with people who get what you’re going through. Ready to turn your potential into reality? Join us at ELEVATE and find the support you need to thrive.
“Lauren’s openness about the ups and downs of her own journey is so relatable. She reminded me that the world is ready for me as is, warts and all!”
~ Rebecca, Entrepreneur & Coach
“I was so surprised at how much we covered on the call! I left with so much clarity on what was holding me back and an acknowledgment of who I truly am and who I am already being!"
~ Cheryl, Healer & Yoga Teacher
Speaking & VIP Days Corporate Executives & High-Level Players
Ready to go deeper? I offer speaking engagements and VIP days that are anything but ordinary. Together, we’ll dive into the powerful connection between creativity and well-being, tackling real challenges like fear of judgment, co-founder dynamics, sleep struggles, isolation, perfectionism, and that emptiness that can follow big achievements. These sessions aren’t just about quick fixes—they’re about sparking real transformation and fueling lasting growth. Let’s create a personalized experience that meets you right where you are and helps you move forward with clarity and confidence.
“Lauren’s true gift lies in her ability to connect – whether that is one on one or in a group of 100+. I’ve sat in her presence in both circumstances and truly felt seen, heard, and inspired to take action on the tools she shares.”
~ LeAnn, HR Manager, Los Angeles
“I was impressed at Lauren’s vast knowledge base, real-life examples, and the simple tools she shared. I was particularly impressed that she invited group participation and fielded questions so that everyone got help on the issues that were directly impacting them. We all left with a lot of practical tips to help lead our team into healthier dynamics.”
~ Joe, Cardiac Rehab Manager, Los Angeles
The Other Side of Bipolar Lauren’s Best-Selling & Multi-Award-Winning Book
The Other Side of Bipolar offers hope and a new perspective on mental illness that can help millions of people. A unique combination of memoir and self-help book, it invites us to reexamine our definitions of mental illness as a debilitating disease and consider other possibilities.
“The Other Side of Bipolar sits apart from other autobiographical surveys of psychological struggles, offering readers the rare opportunity to explore and utilize many of the gifts formerly identified as disabilities. Any who have faced such a diagnosis will find this an inspiring, engrossing saga which offers hope, revelation, and much food for thought as it follows a journey that takes the identification of 'bipolar' and turns it upside down.”
~ Diane Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
“This intensely honest and insightful book is impossible to put down. From the first page, the story of this girl's struggle and courage drew me in so powerfully that I read the book in one sitting. I feel as if the author were a close personal friend, she is so soul-baring. Not only does she master the intensities of loneliness and being "other," she always shows compassion for everyone who was involved along the way. There is no blame or wrongness assigned to anyone. Soaring far above the hopes that even her family had for her, just to be able to survive and function, Lauren Polly is not only outwardly extremely successful, she has more awareness of herself and the world than most people. For those who have been given labels and who have been assumed to be less than or too different, this book is a lighthouse leading out of ostracism into possibility and joy. For those who have felt wrong, lonely and just out of place, this book shows how difference could be extra gifts and capacities, a greater contribution to our world. This is a hero's tale par excellence, which also happens to be a true story. I would add 5 more stars.”
~ Anonymous Amazon Review
Lauren’s Mission
I believe real success happens when your professional achievements align with your personal health and happiness. My mission is to help you redefine what success looks like for you, encouraging you to push your creative boundaries while staying resilient and true to yourself. Together, we’ll turn the challenges of entrepreneurship into opportunities for growth, innovation, and deep fulfillment, ensuring you thrive both in your work and in your life.
“I am always captivated by Lauren’s unique ability to identify core issues with such dynamic awareness. In her presence, I immediately feel a sense of relaxation—it’s clear she has my back. Her openness about her failures, transforming them into strengths and opportunities, is truly inspiring. Being a part of her community and watching her navigate the adventure of life inspires me to discover my own truth and let my voice be heard.”
~ Stacey, Paris
About Lauren
I’m Lauren Polly, MEd—a speaker, coach, and best-selling, multi-award-winning author who’s passionate about transforming the lives of entrepreneurs, creators, and founders. I understand the unique challenges you face because I’ve been there myself. My journey, which I share in my book The Other Side of Bipolar, began with my own struggles with mental health and navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.
Through these experiences, I discovered that real success comes from finding balance and staying true to yourself. I combine my expertise in mental health, energy transformation, and personal development to offer practical solutions that help you overcome burnout, achieve balance, and thrive both personally and professionally. My mission is to empower you to rework your mindset, foster inner transformation, and create harmony between your inner world and your work, so you can live a life that’s truly fulfilling.