The Successfully In Love Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Serwa (michaelserwa.com), one of the UK’s most in-demand life coaches, to talk about what high performers often get wrong about dating and relationships. We unpack why “success” isn’t just money or status, how to rebuild confidence through rejection reps, and why your energy (not your profile) is the real differentiator in dating. We also get into boundaries, standards vs. defensiveness, and what integrity looks like when real-life relationships get complicated.

You’ve done everything right on paper.The career is thriving. The calendar is full.But when the laptop closes, something still feels… empty.In this episode of Successfully in Love, high-performance relationship coach Katarina Polonska unpacks a pattern she sees every day in high achievers, leaders, and founders: being deeply successful and deeply lonely at the same time.You’ll explore why ambition and emotional disconnection so often go hand in hand, including:The hidden psychological cost of living in constant performance modeThree subconscious myths that quietly sabotage relationships at the topWhy logic and competence alone can’t create real intimacyAnd how loneliness creeps in even when life looks “successful” from the outsideKatarina introduces her framework built on self-connection, safe communication, and strategic vulnerability and shares five practical micro-shifts you can start this week to create closeness without adding more to your schedule.This episode isn’t about blaming yourself, being “more vulnerable,” or choosing between love and success.It’s about learning the relationship skills no one ever taught you and realizing that nothing is wrong with you.If you can run a company, lead a team, or hit your numbers but feel stuck or disconnected in your personal life, this conversation is for you.My approach is explained in more detail here:https://www.katarinapolonska.com/relationshipsLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarinapolonska/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katarinapolonska/If your calendar is full but your heart feels empty, this episode is for you. We discuss the price of success and loneliness, and how a simple "microshift" by asking a loved one about their day can foster "emotional connection" and "relationship building".This small action can lead to greater "personal growth" and stronger "social connections". My approach is explained in more detail here: https://www.katarinapolonska.com/relationshipsIf your calendar is full but your heart feels empty, this episode is for you.We're talking about the price of being successful but feeling "i feel lonely" at the top, despite all the "success habits" you've cultivated. Discover how to improve your "mental health" and achieve a better "work life balance" to truly learn "how to be happy" and cultivate greater "self love" in your life.WAS THIS HELPFUL?I’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, and download a few more episodes. As a gift of gratitude, I will send you my program, the Over-Givers Reset if you leave a 5-star review and share what you love about the show. 🎁 To claim your gift, submit your review screenshot to this email: team@katarinapolonska.com

You’ve built companies. Moved markets. Maybe even taken a company public.But if someone asked your partner today, “Do you feel deeply seen, safe, and prioritized by him?”What would they say?In this episode of Successfully in Love, high-performance relationship strategist Katarina Polonska speaks directly to CEOs and senior executives who optimize everything in business but underinvest in the one system powering it all: their closest relationship.You’ll explore the hidden feedback loop between relationship disconnection and leadership performance and how tension at home shows up as impatience, reactivity, decision fatigue, riskier calls, and confidence that runs on fumes.Because the quality of your most intimate relationship isn’t separate from your leadership.It’s the emotional infrastructure you lead from.My approach is explained in more detail here:https://www.katarinapolonska.com/relationshipsLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarinapolonska/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katarinapolonska/In this video, Katarina Polonska asks a blunt question to CEOs: do their partners feel deeply seen, safe, and prioritized? She highlights how many executives prioritize career management and financial success but often underinvest in their primary relationships. This discussion offers crucial relationship advice, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection and how to build emotional intimacy, ultimately aiming for a better work life balance.I’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, and download a few more episodes. As a gift of gratitude, I will send you my program, the Over-Givers Reset if you leave a 5-star review and share what you love about the show. 🎁 To claim your gift, submit your review screenshot to this email: team@katarinapolonska.com

In this episode of Successfully in Love, Katarina speaks to high-performing leaders who feel admired at work but disconnected at home. She explains why being “the strong one” often started as a survival strategy and how your nervous system can stay in performance mode long after the workday ends. The same habits that make you effective in leadership (fixing, efficiency, risk management, control) can unintentionally shut down intimacy, leaving your partner feeling like you’re present physically but emotionally unavailable.Katarina breaks down subconscious relationship blocks through anxious, avoidant, and secure attachment patterns, and shows why you can appear confident and grounded at work while feeling reactive or shut down in love. She also identifies three common high-achiever traps: postponing the relationship until “after the next big thing,” managing your partner like a project, and outsourcing intimacy to work, screens, or constant busyness.To help you shift quickly without sacrificing ambition, she teaches a simple 3-Minute Reset Ritual — Pause, Presence, Permission, which is a practical way to come home as a person, not a performer. The takeaway: you’re not broken, you’re patterned and you’re allowed to have both success and deep connection.LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarinapolonska/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katarinapolonska/Have you noticed that as you achieve more in your career, a sense of loneliness can creep in? This video explores how high performance at work doesn't always translate to strong relationships, often leaving us feeling disconnected. We discuss how to navigate these challenges and foster personal growth while maintaining your mental health and work life balance. My approach is explained in more detail here:https://www.katarinapolonska.com/relationshipsI’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, and download a few more episodes. As a gift of gratitude, I will send you my program, the Over-Givers Reset if you leave a 5-star review and share what you love about the show. 🎁 To claim your gift, submit your review screenshot to this email: team@katarinapolonska.com

Stop trying to fix a sexless relationship with "spiced up" date nights or fancy lingerie — that's like putting a Band-Aid on a broken leg. If the spark is gone, it’s probably not about your libido or physical attraction. It’s usually about emotional safety and the invisible resentment building up between you two.In this episode, we break down why high-achieving professionals often end up in "roommate" marriages and why scheduling sex can actually make things way more awkward. We’ll explain how your nervous system literally shuts down intimacy when you don't feel safe, and why you need to rest and digest before you can... well, you know.LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarinapolonska/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katarinapolonska/Many relationship challenges often stem not from libido, but from deeper issues. This video highlights that a lack of trust and emotional connection are frequently at the core of relationship problems. As a relationship coach, I emphasize building trust and fostering intimacy for healthy relationships, rather than just seeking quick fixes.I’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, and download a few more episodes. As a gift of gratitude, I will send you my program, the Over-Givers Reset if you leave a 5-star review and share what you love about the show. 🎁 To claim your gift, submit your review screenshot to this email: team@katarinapolonska.com

You’ve got the career, the partner, the life — so why do you still feel something’s missing? In this episode, we explore why success, love, and “having it all” still leave so many people feeling unfulfilled.Learn the psychology behind craving, emotional emptiness, and the hidden wound of not feeling good enough. Discover how subconscious patterns shape your relationships, attraction, and self-worth — and how to finally break the cycle. If you’ve ever thought “Is this all there is?”, this one’s for you.Discover more of me at:Website - https://www.katarinapolonska.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/katarinapolonska/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarinapolonska/I’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, and download a few more episodes. As a gift of gratitude, I will send you my program, the Over-Givers Reset if you leave a 5-star review and share what you love about the show. 🎁 To claim your gift, submit your review screenshot to this email: team@katarinapolonska.com

Tired of wondering why you keep attracting the wrong people — friends, partners, even coworkers? In this episode, we dig into five real signs that this pattern might be happening to you.From ignoring red flags to confusing chemistry with compatibility, we’ll unpack the subtle habits and beliefs that pull you toward the same unhealthy dynamics again and again.No overhyped “manifestation” talk — just grounded, honest insight on how to spot the cycle and start changing it for good.Discover more of me at:Website - https://www.katarinapolonska.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/katarinapolonska/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarinapolonska/Are you constantly attracting the wrong people, even after countless dates and therapy sessions? This episode offers essential dating advice for navigating the complexities of modern dating. We explore common dating problems and provide practical dating tips to help you build happy, healthy relationships. If you're ready to break negative patterns and find the connection you desire, this is for you!I’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, and download a few more episodes. As a gift of gratitude, I will send you my program, the Over-Givers Reset if you leave a 5-star review and share what you love about the show. 🎁 To claim your gift, submit your review screenshot to this email: team@katarinapolonska.com

Do you ever feel trapped in a good relationship, like nothing is “wrong,” but you feel suffocated, unseen, or disconnected? You’re not alone.In this episode of the Successfully In Love podcast, I dive deep into why so many high-achievers and loving partners feel stuck in relationships that look perfect on the outside. We’ll explore:✅ Why feeling “trapped” is often not about your partner✅ Signs you’re silently suffocating in your relationship✅ Practical steps to reclaim your freedom without losing your partnerIf you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why do I feel stuck in love?” or “Can I fix this without walking away?” this video is for you.👉 Want to go deeper? Watch the free masterclass or book a call with me to work on improving your relationship.Timecodes:0:00 - Intro4:29 - What are the symptoms of this feeling?9:07 - Important disclaimer10:37 - The Main reason for this feeling17:37 - Step 119:08 - Step 221:38 - Step 326:18 - Step 4Discover more of me at:Website - https://www.katarinapolonska.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/katarinapolonska/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarinapolonska/I’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, and download a few more episodes. As a gift of gratitude, I will send you my program, the Over-Givers Reset if you leave a 5-star review and share what you love about the show. 🎁 To claim your gift, submit your review screenshot to this email: team@katarinapolonska.com