The Single Spark with Chantelle the Coach (previously The Single Girl's Guide to Life)

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Valentine's Day is around the corner and with it comes a lot of pressure to find someone special to love, and you start thinking "I'd just be happier if I was in a relationship!" But why are we so concerned with starting or being in a relationship?  In this week's podcast, I examine the reasons why getting into a relationship won't make you any happier, focusing on ho...

I don't know about you but the dating process could be BORING at the best of times. From all the swiping, starting chats only to not hear back, it could feel like a success to even get a reply. But then when it came to arranging a first date and yet again, dinner and/or drinks was suggested?! It felt like a never ending loop of the same old thing.  When you're single, dating is part of y...

The recent announcement of the all-male nominations for the Brit Awards Artist of the Year has sent some feminist in a spiral claiming lack of representation. As has become routine for certain sections of the media, this has sparked a debate on gender-neutral awards and whether or not this is a step backwards for feminism. Instead of jumping on the tabloid headline bandwagon, I take a step back to...

Today, I talk about why there’s nothing wrong with being single! There are a lot of positive aspects of being single that society often ignores, most of which I've discussed on this podcast, byt where does this negative perception of single life come from, and why?! It’s time to break down the negative stereotypes surrounding being single, as I take a look at the realities of being single and...

This week, I delve into the age-old question of whether men and women can truly be friends. I'll be exploring the possibility of platonic friendship between the two sexes, and discussing the challenges and benefits of such relationships and what conditions need to be in place for it to be possible. Tune in to gain insight and understanding on this complex and nuanced topic.  ----- RESOURCES:...

We’ve all been there before – feeling alone and wondering if we’ll ever find that special someone. Wondering if this feeling will last forever is one of the parts of being single that can scare us the most. But it’s normal to feel this way, normal to want to connect with someone else, to want to have that special someone. In this week's episode, Chantelle shares the mindset shifts you can use...

2022 in Review: Looking back on 2022, it was a year of big changes and new beginnings. I quit my full-time job as a teacher, shifting into flexible, freelance work and settling on using supply teaching as a basis, and as much as I was prepared for that shift, it didn't go as smoothly for me mentally. With time and attention now on the business, I've had a creative year of learning new me...

2022 was a year like no other. So much happened, both good and bad. But one thing remained constant: being single. For many of us, being single was a choice. And for others, it was a circumstance beyond our control. But whatever the reason, being single in 2022 taught us all some valuable life lessons.  As a new year begins and we head into 2023, Chantelle takes a moment to reflect on the lessons...

Whether you're done with dating, or you want to enjoying a simple, single life, then 2023 is the year to make your single life great! Setting your intentions and visions ahead of the year to give yourself the best chance of success in 2023 is the key to actually making it happen! In this week's episode, I share the three areas of single life you need to get a grip on in order to make you...

In the second part of the interview with business owner and 5-year-long single, Alex O'Neill, we delve into the topics of relying on yourself when you're single and live alone and how budgeting can give you the security in your solo life.  Alex also shares her challenge of pushing herself to take solo trips and to do things for herself as a single, not only joining us for The Single Girl...

In this week's episode, Chantelle interviews business owner and 5-year-long single, Alex O'Neill. She shares with us her experience of being single, and highlights the opportunity you have to use your single life for exploration without the confines of a relationship. And it isn't just about physical intimacy, but the way in which you explore you personality, to find out who you rea...

It’s that time of year again… Christmas! For many people, this time of year is all about family, friends, and loved ones. For others, it’s a time of year that can be fraught with anxiety and loneliness. If you’re single and not in a relationship, you may be wondering how you’re going to make it through the holidays, especially when you're trying to dodge all the dating questions from well-mea...

Are you planning on staying in a hostel on your next solo trip? If so, then you might be wondering how to survive a hostel as a single girl. As a woman, you might be hesitant to stay in a hostel because of the stories you’ve heard about men staying there. But don’t worry, there are ways to stay safe in a hostel!  You've heard horror stories from friends about their experiences in hostels, and...

For all the single people out there, today is your day (well the 11th November which is actually tomorrow is!). Singles Day is a holiday celebrated by single people all over the world. It's an opportunity for single people to celebrate their singledom and feel empowered about their single status, a day to celebrate being single and to enjoy all the benefits that come with it.  There are many...

The term “single” is often used to describe someone who is not married or in a relationship. However, the real meaning of the term “single” is not always clear. What does it really mean to be a single women in today's age and how can you actually be single in the most useful, way, that leads to a level of contentment, maybe even happiness? For the longest time, being single was seen as a bad...

As a single parent, it can be hard to find the time and energy to date. You may feel like you don’t have the luxury of going out on dates or taking time for yourself. And some of you single girls just have a lot of time on your hands that you can't always feel with social interactions with others. So, what do you do with that free time when you’re stuck at home? A SOLO DATE NIGHT, OF COURSE!...

Divorced at 26? It's not the expectation many of us have after getting married  but that was my reality. It’s now been three years since I separated from my then husband, and in that time, I’ve learned a lot about myself – some of those things I never would have realized if I’d stayed in my marriage. As painful and challenging as it is, I’ve grown and changed in ways I never would have though...

What the hell is "cuffing season"?! It's this time of year that the phrase gets thrown about again, becayse cuffing season is the period of time between autumnand winter when single people start looking for someone to date or “cuff” to avoid being alone during the colder months. Cuffing season has its advantages; if you're looking for company over the darker, colder winter mont...

The holiday season can be a tough time for single people. The shorter days and longer nights can make us feel lonely and isolated. And, if we don’t have a partner to share the festive season with, it can be tempting to just stay in bed and hibernate until spring. There are plenty of things single people can do to survive – and even thrive – during the winter months. From embracing the solo lifesty...

When it comes to dating, everyone has an opinion. And, unfortunately, not all of those opinions are worth listening to. If you’re a single woman, you’ve probably been there – getting advice from your friends about who you should date, what you should wear on a date, and how you should act. And, while your friends might mean well, their advice can actually do more harm than good. So, where should y...

Friendship is one of the most beautiful things in life. It’s a special bond that is formed between two people who share common interests, values, and experiences. However, even the closest of friends can sometimes have disagreements that lead to tension and conflict, or an event like getting into a long-term relationship that can set you on the path of "drifting apart". When this happens...

No one enters into a relationship expecting it to fail, but unfortunately, many relationships do. If you find yourself in the midst of a divorce or break-up, it can be a difficult and emotional time.  It can be a tough process to go through, and it’s not made any easier by the fact that society doesn’t always make it easy for single women. In fact, it can often feel like the whole world is against...

It seems like every time you tell someone what you want in a relationship, you’re met with the same argument: you’re being too picky. Your friends, your family, even strangers(!) will all tell you that you need to lower your standards if you ever want to find a boyfriend.  And with an abundance of dating apps and websites, there’s a never-ending pool of potential partners to choose from. So, if yo...

What is it about group experiences that is so magical? Is it the feeling of belonging to a community? The fun of meeting new people? The shared experience of something new? For singles, group experiences can be especially magical. When you're not part of a couple or a family, it can be easy to feel left out or alone. But when you take part in a group experience, you instantly have a connectio...