Thrive Solo

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about trust. We discuss trusting that things always work out for you, as well as trusting the process, even in times of uncertainty. We also talk about the power of unwavering belief and some practical tips on how to cultivate it in your life. We hope you find something useful in here. Love Polly & Lucy x Support the sh...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the brilliant Rhaina Cohen. Rhaina is an award-winning producer and editor for NPR's documentary podcast, Embedded. Based in Washington DC, she’s produced, edited, and reported stories for shows across NPR, and written for various publications including The Atlantic, The Washington Post, and The New Republic. Her Atlantic article, “What...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm telling you all about my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo. The doors are only open until Valentine's Day, so make sure you sign up by then!  You can go to https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo to read testimonials from current members, and to join.  Support the show Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US...

Send us Fan Mail On today's Monday Motivation, Polly and I are talking all about kindness. Being kind to others is a win-win, because it not only makes the person receiving the kindness feel good, it also makes us feel good. Plus...kindness has many health benefits, both physical and emotional. If we prioritise spreading a little kindness every day, we truly are doing our bit to make the worl...

Send us Fan Mail On today's solo episode, I'm talking about my temporary - and rather sudden - move to Dorset.  I give you the lowdown on why I've moved back to the county where I was born and bred, as well as tie it into one of my favourite topics - mindset. The move is a really good example of why so much of how we feel about our life is down to the lens through which we're v...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking about why I think it's better to be bold than it is to be brainy. (Putting aside the fact that you can be both!) Brains will get you so far, but it's those folks who dare to take bold action who really reap the rewards of life. Press 'Play' and let me know what you think! Support the show Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGL...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I are talking about responding versus reacting.  We share what the difference is between the two, why responding is preferable, and some tools to keep calm during stressful moments. We hope you find something useful in here. Love, Polly & Lucy x Support the show Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at:...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, I’m welcoming the brilliant Peter McGraw back to the podcast! Dr. Peter McGraw is a behavioural economist, business school professor, and bachelor who is turning his attention to the opportunities and challenges of single living. His projects include hosting the podcast, ’Solo: Building A Remarkable Life Of Your Own’, The Solo Salon, and Single Insights: Th...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm sharing my thoughts and feelings around some emails I've received from married women with children.  I did wonder whether I should even record this episode, but after alot of thought I decided that it was both important and interesting on many levels. So...let me know your feedback!  Support the show Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / T...

Send us Fan Mail If you’re trying to make a change or cultivate a new habit, you need accountability. And that is exactly what Polly and I are talking about on this week’s Thursday Thoughts. Having accountability has been a game changer for both of us. We are each other’s accountability buddies in business, and I also had a fabulous accountability buddy when I first started getting up at 5am a few...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the fabulous Ea Utoft. Ea is an Assistant Professor of Gender & Diversity Studies at Radboud University. Originally from Denmark, she currently lives in the Netherlands, and is single and childfree. Topics that Ea & I cover are: how Ea is very comfortable with her singledom;  how being single enables her to do certain things and allow...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking about living life by design, rather than by default. Are we drifting along in life without much direction? Or are we actually being intentional about creating the life we truly want? Press 'Play' and let me know what you think! Support the show Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about purpose. We all have a mission on our heart, something we’re passionate about whether it be big or small. But are we following it? I once heard somebody say that the opposite of depression isn’t happiness, it’s purpose. And when you think about it, we all need something that gives our lives meaning and direction. In this...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the wonderful Nanette Riendeau. Nanette is a psychotherapist living in Illinois, US. She is married, but spent several years as a single woman having married relatively late in life. She is childfree by circumstance and shares this aspect of her life on her Instagram page @childlessgrace. Topics that Nanette & I cover are: how Nanette is...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking about 15 ideas for solo dates. Despite being single and childfree, and subsequently spending a fair bit of time in our own company, it's important to spend intentional time going on dates...with ourselves. Planning out solo dates is a way of showing ourselves that we love and respect the person with whom we have THE most important re...

Send us Fan Mail On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I chat about letting go. We cover letting go of unhelpful feelings and beliefs, letting go of what people think of us, and letting go of resentment and relationships. We hope you'll find something useful in here. Enjoy! Love, Polly & Lucy x Support the show Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canad...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, I'm talking about the things we wish our married and coupled friends would say or not say, and do or not do, to show their support and respect for our single lives.  From leaving us out of social events or asking us annoying questions, to not showing an interest in our single lives or assuming we can drop everything to accommodate their needs, this is...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking about five habits that will set you up for a great year.  Enjoy! Support the show Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Join my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Download my FREE PDF ' Top 10 Comebacks for t...

Send us Fan Mail On today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about the importance of reflecting on the past year and celebrating the good bits. We also talk about why it's good to let go of unhelpful thoughts and stories about ourselves, as well as doing some decluttering as we head into a new year. And we chat about our own goals for the year ahead. Thank you to everyone who&a...

Send us Fan Mail Support the show In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the fabulous Eva Papadopoulou. Eva is a psychologist who is originally from Athens, Greece, but who has lived in London for nearly 20 years. She is happily single and childfree.  Topics that Eva & I cover are: how Eva always knew that the traditional life path wasn’t for her; the resistance Eva faced as she was growing up...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking all about starting over, starting again, or finally starting that thing you've always wanted to do. We are often led to believe that once you get to a certain age, or a certain stage in life, that it would be foolish, or embarrassing, or even pointless to start all over again. I, for one, do not believe this to be the case. Even if t...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I are talking about mindfulness. We share what mindfulness means to both of us, why we think it’s important, and how we can start to become more mindful in our daily lives through savouring the small things, and finding joy in the every day. We hope you’ll find something useful in here! Love, Polly & Lucy x Support the show Buy my book...

Send us Fan Mail This week's episode is a recording of a presentation that I did a few weeks ago for the Childless Collective Summit. But...even if you're happy with your childless or childfree status, I think there's something in here for everybody.  I talk all about happiness being an inside job, how we can change our lives by changing our thoughts, and how we need to get strict a...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking about some of my favourite films, including a couple of Christmas classics. Although the first five films are all about love and romance, don't panic, because the final two are most definitely...not! I hope you enjoy it. Support the show Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeso...

Send us Fan Mail On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I are talking about breathwork. We talk about what it is, some of the amazing benefits, and how it's become a big part of both our lives, particularly Polly's as she is now a trained Breathwork Facilitator! We hope you'll find something useful in here. Love, Polly & Lucy x  P.S. If you would like to find out mor...