Thrive Solo

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s Thursday's Thoughts, Polly and I are talking all things holidays. I’ve just come back from a wonderful two-week break in Turkey — and yes, it was wonderful. But we’re also diving into something a little deeper… What does it mean if the only time you feel truly relaxed, calm or happy is when you’re away? Holidays are a beautiful reset, a chance to switch off, ch...

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode of Thrive Solo, I'm joined by Verena Brunschweiger, a 45-year-old writer, feminist, and child-free activist from Germany.  Verena discusses her journey towards embracing a child-free life despite societal pressures, outlining environmental, personal, and feminist reasons for her choice. She also highlights the severe backlash and hate she's re...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 4 of this mini series about the underrated benefits of being single and childfree, I'm talking about emotional stability. Hope you enjoy it. x 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 Do...

Send us Fan Mail On today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about self-worth — the importance of which cannot be overstated. As Jamie Kern Lima says in her book, Worthy, our self-worth is our ceiling; in other words we will only ever get as far in life as we believe we're worthy of getting. Unlike self-confidence, self-worth truly is an inside job, and not something we can get...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode of Thrive Solo, I'm talking to the simply wonderful Linzi Bell all about embracing the power of nature, and her incredible travels on foot. Linzi is a 47-year-old wellness advocate and nature lover who embodies living life on her own terms. Linzi's solo journeys, including her current pilgrimage from Canterbury to the Vatican, underscore the trans...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 3 of this mini series about the underrated benefits of being single and childfree, I'm talking about a drama-free life. Hope you enjoy it. x 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 Down...

Send us Fan Mail On this week's Thursday's Thoughts, Polly and I are diving into the magic that happens outside your comfort zone. Because when you do something that feels a bit uncomfortable? You’re not just edging closer to your dreams and desires — you’re also giving your confidence a serious boost. We’re sharing some of our own stories about times we’ve stepped out of our comfort zon...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode of 'Thrive Solo,' I'm talking to the wonderful Caroline Goyder, a renowned voice coach and author. Caroline helps people harness the full potential of their body, breath and voice. She’s all about helping you speak with gravitas, confidence, and influence under pressure — even if you've always doubted your ability to hold a room. She stu...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of my mini series about the underrated benefits of being single and childfree, I'm talking about lack of compromise.  Hope you enjoy it. x 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 Down...

Send us Fan Mail On today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are discussing a piece that came out recently in The Telegraph, in which I talk about being happily single and childfree. The hate I received in the comments has been mind blowing and there are over 1,200 comments. We hope you'll enjoy our conversation about haters, mindset, and the fear we all have of other people's opinion...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode of Thrive Solo, I'm talking to Julie Kellogg, a single, child-free, third-generation dentist and transition coach from the West Coast of the USA. Julie shares her journey from a traditional upbringing and a seven-year marriage, to embracing her solo lifestyle, including her decision to remove her fallopian tubes at 35. We discuss the pleasures of s...

Send us Fan Mail Over the next few weeks, I'm diving into the underrated benefits of being single and childfree in this Saturday Minisode mini series.  Today, I'm talking about peace.  Hope you enjoy it. x 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:...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I dive into a juicy conversation all about my brand new book Shiny Happy Singles — or Thrive Solo if you're tuning in from the US. We chat about the inspiration behind the book, what it really means to thrive on your own, and why this message is so needed. We also pull back the curtain on the creative process: the messy magic of writi...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's solo episode of Thrive Solo, I'm delving deep into the concept of manifestation. I'm sharing my own definition of manifestation, and highlighting its core components: energy, intention, focus, and aligned action. I'm also debunking some common misconceptions, as well as stressing the scientific underpinnings, such as the law of attraction, the la...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm re-writing the script on single life. There is no doubt that we've all be conditioned to believe that being married with kids is 'superior' to being single without them. But the truth is that this is just a story, not a fact.  In this episode, I talk about how the societal narrative has meant that the benefits of being single tend...

Send us Fan Mail On this week's Thursday's Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about perspective. The way we see and feel about life is largely about the lens we’re looking through - because two people with exactly the same circumstances can have two wildly different experiences of life. So the question is: how do we take off the negative glasses, and replace them with a more rosy pair? It...

Send us Fan Mail My guest on this week's episode of Thrive Solo is the wonderful Toni Evans, a YouTuber and mental health advocate. Toni shares her personal experiences of midlife resilience, including relationships, her choice to remain single and childfree, and her insights on dealing with a narcissistic ex. Reflecting on her journey of living in Ireland with her parents, Toni talks about f...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking about The 7 Truths Of Life according to my fabulous Thrive Solo member, Pooja Venkatraman. I'm also talking about how,  while many of us know and understand these truths, we're not actually taking the required action to implement them in (and subsequently upgrade) our lives. Press 'Play' and let me know what you think!...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about three truths about other people (taken from Mel Robbins) that can totally transform your peace of mind. We explore why trying to change someone never works, and why there’s no point getting mad at them when they’re not who you want them to be. We also discuss how much freedom there is in accepting people exactly as they...

Send us Fan Mail On today's solo episode, I'm sharing an excerpt from my audiobook, narrated by moi, as well as some bloopers from the three days I spent recording the book in a studio in Soho.  To pre-order the book, go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book  Support the show Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Join...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking about why us feeling dissatisfied / unhappy / lonely / empty is actually nothing to do with the fact that we're single.  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.lucymeggeson.com/book Join my membership community for...

Send us Fan Mail On this week's Thursday's Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about glimmers. We explain what glimmers are (and how they’re the opposite of triggers), why they matter, and how you can start spotting them in your everyday life. We hope you find something useful, and even a little bit inspiring, in here. Love, Polly & Lucy xxx Support the show Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SI...

Send us Fan Mail Living a Life of Adventure, my wonderful guest Lynn Stephenson talks all about her solo travels to 177 countries. In this episode of Thrive Solo, Lynn shares her incredible journey of becoming a full-time traveler after selling her house over two and a half years ago. Lynn has visited 177 countries and delves into her experiences of solo travel, the freedom it brings, and the kind...

Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking all things protein. As a woman of a certain age (as well as one who has been diagnosed with osteopenia), I'm borderline obsessed with protein. But it's not just me who needs get more into my diet — most of us aren't getting enough. Listen to find out why I've become a protein geek and why you should too.  Support the s...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s Thursday's Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about getting stuck in negativity and how the words we speak out into the world really matter. Everyone loves a good moan, but do you ever find yourself telling the same story over and over again? Whilst it may feel good to complain and rant in the moment, it’s not actually doing us any favours if we keep repeating the s...