Thrive Solo

Lucy Meggeson

Let’s be real — being single and child-free? It’s pretty damn awesome. Don’t believe me? Stick around. I promise you, by listening to this podcast, you’re going to start seeing your solo life in a whole new light — one that feels empowering, exciting, and full of possibility.

I’m Lucy Meggeson, and I’m here to help you stop seeing singlehood as a consolation prize and start embracing it as the incredible opportunity that it is. Because the truth? Being single isn’t second best. It’s not a waiting room. And it sure as hell isn’t a life of lack. In fact, when you lean into it, it can be just as fulfilling—if not more so—than being coupled up with kids.

And besides, no matter what our relationship status, what we all really want is to feel good in the here and now. So instead of focusing on what’s ‘missing,’ let’s focus on what’s possible. The freedom. The adventure. The extra time and headspace to create a life that’s truly our own.

Because here’s the thing: you are so much more powerful than you realise. Your thoughts shape your reality. And when you shift your mindset, you shift your life. My mission isn’t just to help you feel better about being single—it’s to help you recognise your own agency. To help you see that you are the creator of your own experience. And that you, and you alone, get to decide what your life looks like.

So join me here every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, and let’s build lives that feel joyful, meaningful, and wildly fulfilling — on our own terms.

Let’s Thrive Solo…together.

E-mail me at lucy@lucymeggeson.com

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Jun 5, 2025 · 19 min
Thursday Thoughts — Glimmers
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 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
Jun 3, 2025 · 55 min
The One Where I Talk To Full-Time Traveller & Blogger, Lynn Stephenson
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 kindness she has encountered worldwide. She recounts stories from her time in Bosnia during the war, her experiences with wildlife conservation, and the powerful impact that these adventures have had on her life. Lynn also discusses the misconceptions about various countries and emphasises the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and living life to the fullest, regardless of age. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:40 Lynn's Journey to Solo Travel 05:16 The Bosnia Aid Convoy Experience 09:56 Solo Travel Insights and Safety 17:14 Minimalist Lifestyle and Letting Go 25:04 Nature and Wildlife Adventures 26:44 Whale Songs and Marine Life Adventures 28:01 Galapagos: A Wildlife Paradise 28:59 Travel Tips and Blue Footed Boobies 31:24 Empowering Women Over 60 32:53 The Importance of Staying Active 35:48 Cultural Attitudes Towards Stress 37:38 Favorite Travel Destinations 42:17 Solo Travel and Independence 44:53 Finding Joy in Simplicity 48:02 Future Travel Plans and Goals Check out Lynn's blog: https://www.daredreamdiscover.com/ Follow Lynn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daredreamdiscover1/?hl=en A Facebook Group that Lynn recommends where you can request for other women in your destination country to host you : https://www.facebook.com/groups/hostasister/ 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 31, 2025 · 17 min
Minisode Ep.160 — Why I'm Obsessed With Protein (& Why You Should Be Too)
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 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 29, 2025 · 28 min
Thursday Thoughts — The Words You Say Matter
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 same negative stories ad nauseam. We hope you’ll find something useful or thought provoking in here! Love, Polly & Lucy 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 Download my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 27, 2025 · 57 min
The One Where I Talk To Writer & Thrive Solo Member, Nadia Huq
Send us Fan Mail My guest on the podcast this week is the wonderful Nadia Huq. Nadia is one of my fabulous Thrive Solo membership women, and so it goes without saying that she is single and doesn’t have kids! Nadia works in technology in the government as her day job, but her real passion is writing which she also does regularly, via both Medium & Substack. She writes about all sorts of things including single life, not having children, and feminism. Nadia lives alone in a house she completely renovated in London. Nadia discusses her heartfelt piece 'The Childless Woman Who Soared,’ which delves into the journey of a woman navigating life without children. We also explore her personal experiences of shame and grief around childlessness, her growth through reading and community support, and her decision to never compromise for a relationship that doesn't fulfill her. Highlighting the influence of cultural messaging on women's perceptions of singlehood and childlessness, we discuss the joy and empowerment found in embracing life as it is. Nadia also shares how renovating her home affirmed her independence and creativity. The conversation touches on societal narratives in media, advocating for greater representation and normalisation of single, childless women. Nadia invites listeners to discover her articles on Substack and Medium to explore more of her thoughtful and inspiring writing. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:40 Nadia's Writing Journey 01:19 The Childless Woman Who Soared 03:34 Personal Reflections on Childlessness 05:14 Overcoming Grief and Finding Hope 07:02 The Impact of Cultural Messaging 14:47 Navigating Single Life and Relationships 25:25 Reflecting on Past Experiences 25:54 Discovering New Passions 26:56 Inspiration from Role Models 28:03 Embracing Singlehood 30:27 The Myth of Having It All 34:30 The Joy of Independence 48:09 Representation in Media 50:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Read 'The Childless Woman Who Soared': https://lifewithoutchildren.com/the-childless-woman-who-soared-5a101f52f1b4?sk=595576ad9096145bd598a5171d3cf609 Read Nadia's piece 'How I Grew To Love The Single, Childfree Me': https://nadiahuq.substack.com/p/b6469738-ee5d-4f94-b642-d39167c6c879 Subscribe to Nadia's Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/nadiahuq Check out Nadia on Medium: https://medium.com/@nadia.huq 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 24, 2025 · 7 min
Minisode Ep.159 — On Making A Dick Of Yourself (& Why You Absolutely Should)
Send us Fan Mail On this week's minisode, I'm talking about why we should all be aiming to make a dick of ourselves on a regular basis. 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 single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Download my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 22, 2025 · 31 min
Thursday Thoughts — Energy Hygiene
Send us Fan Mail This week on Thursday's Thoughts, Polly and I are diving into the topic of energy hygiene. Given that we’re 99.9% energy, it’s vital that we’re protecting and preserving our own. We unpack what energy hygiene actually means, explore the subtle and not-so-subtle ways our energy can be drained, and share simple ways to keep your energy field clear and protected. We hope there’s something in here that really lands for you. Love, Polly & Lucy xxx 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 20, 2025 · 59 min
The One Where I Talk To Sociologist, Kinneret Lahad
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Thrive Solo, I'm joined by Kinneret Lahad, an associate professor and Head of the Gender Studies Program at Tel Aviv University, and author of 'A Table For One: A Critical Reading Of Singlehood, Gender and Time.' Kinneret discusses her work on the cultural biases and societal timelines imposed on single women, the internalised shame surrounding singlehood, and the rich, fulfilling lives single people can lead. This conversation covers a range of topics including temporal norms, market value of women, and the potential of friendship and personal time as sources of fulfilment. The episode concludes with valuable insights for single women struggling with societal pressures, emphasising self-worth and the importance of finding joy in one's current life situation. 00:00 Introduction: Embracing Singlehood 02:14 Guest Introduction: Kinneret Lahad 04:37 Exploring Singlehood and Time 11:08 The Stigma of Singlehood 23:51 Consumerism and Singlehood 30:39 Cultural Representations of Single Women 33:06 Facing Societal Expectations 33:34 Reflecting on Life at 52 34:24 Embracing Singlehood and Shedding Shame 35:19 Navigating Doubts and Challenges 36:49 The Duality of Single Life 37:12 Finding Competence and Gratitude 38:01 Challenging Relationship Ideals 38:45 The Unfair Comparison of Life Paths 43:10 Rethinking Adulthood and Responsibility 47:29 The Sweetness of Solitude 52:23 The Importance of Friendship and Community 55:16 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 58:06 Podcast Conclusion and Call to Action Buy A Table For One: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Table-One-Critical-Reading-Singlehood/dp/1526115395 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 17, 2025 · 12 min
Minisode Ep.158 — Looking Over Our Shoulders
Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking about a recent email I sent to my list about what it's like being a woman in this world. On my regular early morning walks by the coast, I often find myself looking back over my shoulder, just in case there is a lone male following me, or lurking in the bushes. This constant sense of fear of the opposite sex is something that us women are so accustomed to that we almost don't notice we're frequently on high alert. You won't find any secret weapons (literal or metaphorical) to protect you in here, but it will most certainly make you feel seen and remind you that you're not alone. 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 single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Download my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 15, 2025 · 32 min
Thursday Thoughts — 8 Ways To Raise Your Vibration
Send us Fan Mail On today’s Thursdays Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about 8 ways to raise your vibration. Our energy matters. And it is powerful in terms of creating our realities. So raising our vibration on a regular and consistent basis is hugely important. Polly and I discuss simple and effective ways to shift out of those low vibes and into higher ones like joy and gratitude. We hope you’ll find something useful in here! Love, Polly & Lucy 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 Download my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 13, 2025 · 57 min
The One Where I Talk To Author Of ‘The Connection Cure’, Julia Hotz
Send us Fan Mail My guest on the podcast this week is the fabulous Julia Hotz. Julia is a journalist and award-winning author of The Connection Cure — the first book chronicling the science, stories, and spread of social prescribing. She helps other journalists report on evidence-backed ideas at the Solutions Journalism Network, and advises health organisations like Walk with a Doc and Social Prescribing USA. For her work on social prescribing, she has spoken at TEDx, taught in medical schools and practices, delivered keynote speeches, advised policymakers, and more. Topics that we cover are: how she came to write her book, The Connection Cure; what she discovered about loneliness; social prescribing, and what exactly it is; how 80% of our health is determined by social and environmental factors; how 1 in 5 people in the UK are going to their GP for social reasons; link workers — who they are and what they do; how loneliness is correlated with things like anxiety and depression; how depression is strongly related to the loss of a connection; the huge importance of moving our bodies; the story of Amanda who was prescribed sea swimming for her depression; the undeniable benefits of spending time in nature; how art can be effective for people suffering from anxiety disorders; the connection between mental and physical health; how social prescribing pertains to single women; what matters to you vs what’s the matter with you; how your relationship status is about as interesting as your hair colour, i.e. not very! Buy Jules' book, The Connection Cure: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Connection-Cure-Prescriptive-Movement-Belonging/dp/1035423081 Check out her website: https://www.hotzthoughts.com/ Follow Jules on Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/hotzthoughts/ 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 10, 2025 · 10 min
Minisode Ep.157 — Are You Playing Small?
Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm asking the question: are you playing small? So many of us — especially women — are not living into our highest potential, even though we know deep down that we're capable of more. Why is this? Listen to this episode if you're tired of holding yourself back, getting in your own way, and not showing up as the fullest expression of you. It's time to change that. 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 single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Download my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 8, 2025 · 30 min
Thursday Thoughts — Building A Life You Don't Need To Escape From
Send us Fan Mail This week on Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about how to create a life you don’t feel the need to escape from. Ever catch yourself counting down to the weekend or living for your next holiday? You’re not alone - so many of us slip into that ‘just get through it’ mode. But what if, instead, you could shift your perspective and find ways to enjoy every day, rather than wish so many of them away. We hope this conversation gives you something to think about… and maybe even something to try. Love, Polly & Lucy xxx 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 6, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min
The One Where I Collaborate With Fellow Podcaster, Elizabeth Joy
Send us Fan Mail Pre-Order my new book, Shiny Happy Singles (UK) / Thrive Solo (US & Canada) here: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book This week on the podcast, I’m doing a collaboration episode with fellow podcaster, Elizabeth Joy. The host of the podcast 'Other Than Motherhood', Elizabeth lives in Dubai and enjoys a life without children. Other Than Motherhood seeks to expand the conversation around the decision to be childfree, and explores the influences and messages that impact our thinking, as well as all of the possibilities of a life that is other than motherhood. The podcast also focuses on bringing unique perspectives and interrogating the difficult questions, as well as aiming to really elevate the importance of identity for women who choose to not become mothers. In this conversation, Elizabeth and I talk about both of our journeys of not being mothers, what a life well lived looks like when you don’t have children, the duality that comes when you end up not having kids, as well as the question of regret. 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 3, 2025 · 13 min
Minisode Ep.156 — Energy In Motion
Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking about one of my favourite topics — energy, of the vibrational frequency kind. Most of us know by now that whatever the energy we're putting out into the world, is what we're going to attract back into our lives. And because our emotions are simply 'energy in motion', the question we need to ask ourselves is: how we feel most of the time. If we're feeling low, stressed, or anxious more often than not, then we can be sure to bring more people, circumstances and situations into our lives that are going to make us feel those same emotions. But the good news is that it works the other way around, too. Press 'Play' and let me know what you think! Pre-Order my new book, Shiny Happy Singles (UK) / Thrive Solo (US & Canada) here: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book. If you're in the UK, pre-order direct from Bloomsbury and get a 25% Discount by using the code: SHS25 at checkout! https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/shiny-happy-singles-9781399416436/ 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
May 1, 2025 · 33 min
Thursday Thoughts — AI
Send us Fan Mail On today’s Monday Motivation, Polly and I are talking about AI. We chat about how we’re both using AI (specifically the free version of ChatGPT), and how we’re finding it useful in our businesses; we also share how we both use it like a virtual assistant, asking it to perform various tasks for us as we would if it was an actual assistant. Whether you love it or hate it, AI is happening and we’re better off embracing it than getting left behind. We hope you’ll find this conversation helpful in some way. Love, Polly & Lucy 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 Download my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
Apr 29, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
The One Where I Talk To Author, Coach, & Founder of 'Deep Rest', James Reeves
Send us Fan Mail Pre-Order my new book, Shiny Happy Singles (UK) / Thrive Solo (US & Canada) here: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book. If you're in the UK, pre-order direct from Bloomsbury and get a 25% Discount by using the code: SHS25 at checkout! https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/shiny-happy-singles-9781399416436/ My guest on the podcast this week is the fabulous James Reeves. James is an author and coach, as well as a world-leading teacher, and the first in Europe to deliver iRest Yoga Nidra teacher training courses, based on the ancient teachings of yoga nidra. He’s also the co-author of The Book of Rest, published by Harper Collins — a book that invites us to ‘find calm in a chaotic world’, and describes rest as the doorway to our internal anchor — one that can always be found and is always accessible, regardless of external events. In our conversation, James and I talk about the benefits of deep rest, whether in the form of yoga nidra, meditation, or simply sitting and staring out of the window; we also talk about how to find deep rest, learning to stop, why we are so restless and what we can do about it. Topics that we cover are: the wake-up call that made James question what he was doing with his life; the trip to India that led him to the work he now does around deep rest; his thoughts on the endless distraction that is the world today; how “I’m so busy” has become our stock response; why we find it so hard to ‘do nothing’; what happens when we truly stop and have no information coming in; the difference between informal rest, and structured rest; what deep rest means to James; consciousness, and the quiet observer inside us all; accessing the part of ourselves that is always ok; how all of our emotions are instructive, and trying to tell us something; what Yoga Nidra is, and how it allows us to resolve tensions within ourselves; how simply stopping for a minute at a time can be incredibly effective; the benefits of deep rest, including lowering cortisol levels; the incredible structural changes that happen to the brain when we experience deep rest regularly; how getting enough deep rest makes us nicer humans; how James helps his clients, and his book, The Book of Rest. Check out James' website: https://www.deeprest.com/ Follow James on Instagram: @jamesreevesresting Buy The Book of Rest: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Book-Rest-James-Reeves/dp/0008321639 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
Apr 26, 2025 · 10 min
Minisode Ep.155 — Do We Romanticise Drama?
Send us Fan Mail On today's minisode, I'm talking about how us humans seem to thrive on drama — or at least some of us do, some of the time. Whether it's drama in a romantic relationship, or a drama that's going on with a friend, do we get a buzz out of the chaos? And do we mistake those intense emotions for love or excitement? Press 'Play' and let me know what you think! Pre-Order my new book, Shiny Happy Singles (UK) / Thrive Solo (US & Canada) here: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book. If you're in the UK, pre-order direct from Bloomsbury and get a 25% Discount by using the code: SHS25 at checkout! https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/shiny-happy-singles-9781399416436/ 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
Apr 24, 2025 · 31 min
Thursday Thoughts — The Power Of Pets
Send us Fan Mail On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about pets. We share how our own pets bring us so much joy and explore why animals can be such healing additions to our lives. We chat about how pets can help regulate our nervous systems, bring us back to the present moment, and lift our mood on the days we need it most. We hope you enjoy this conversation. Love Polly & Lucy xxx 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
Apr 22, 2025 · 51 min
The One Where I Talk To Owner Of Yidan's Farm Stay, Yidan Xiong
Send us Fan Mail Pre-Order my new book, Shiny Happy Singles (UK) / Thrive Solo (US & Canada) here: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book. If you're in the UK, pre-order direct from Bloomsbury and get a 25% Discount by using the code: SHS25 at checkout! https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/shiny-happy-singles-9781399416436/ My guest on the podcast this week is the fabulous Yidan Xiong. Born and raised in China, but now living in northern Thailand, Yidan went from being a marketing executive in Beijing, to being a farmer living in rural Thailand with an array of animals, from cats and dogs to pigs and chickens. Yidan has created her very own farm stay, Yidan’s Farm, for travellers and people living a nomadic lifestyle to come and immerse themselves in nature, interact with the animals, and help grow and harvest the food on the farm, as well as cook and eat together. Yidan is single and childfree. Topics that we cover are: her life in Beijing before she started a new life in, Chiang Dao, Thailand; the hard working ethic of the Chinese people; how she ended up creating Yidan’s Farm, and what that journey looked like; the picture she had in her mind when she started building her farm; the houses she built using bamboo because her Grandpa worked with bamboo in her childhood; how Yidan found local workers to help her with her project; the kinds of guests who tend to stay with Yidan on the farm; the many animals that Yidan has on the farm, and how many of them ‘found her’; how important nature is to her, having rediscovered the connection she always had to it as a young girl; the slower pace of life that she now enjoys; what freedom means to Yidan, and the part that money plays in feeling free; how her parents have reacted to her life in Thailand; her mother’s disappointment that Yidan hasn't married or had kids, and how she found it hard to believe that Yidan was ‘really’ happy; how she deals with the opinions of others when it comes to her way of life; the wonderful relationships she has with the people — largely women — who stay on her farm; what thriving solo means to Yidan. Follow Yidan's Farm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yidansfarmlifeinthailand7931 Find her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lazybearka/?locale=en_GB Follow Yidan on Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/yidan333/?hl=en Follow Yidan's Farm on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yidansfarm/ Book a stay on the farm: https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/707506011857011499?source_impression_id=p3_1742665507_P3f-mhnCLVPD4QuS 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 the Most Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!