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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Oct 30, 2025 • 32min
Thursday Thoughts — A Beginner's Guide To Meditation
Send us a textOn this weeks Monday Motivation, Polly and I are sharing our thoughts about meditation.We’re diving into what meditation really is - why it’s not about ‘switching off your mind’, and why meditation has been such a game changer for both of us.We also share some simple ways to start your own practice. Because meditation is a practice - the benefits feel subtle at first, but over time, they’re absolutely life-changing.We hope you find something useful in here.Love, Polly & Lucy xSupport the showOrder my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Answers To The Most Irritating Questions That Single People Get Asked On The Regular...& How To (Devilishly) Respond'? Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/questions Join the waitlist for my membership, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Interested in my 1-1 Coaching? Work with me HERE: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/workwithme 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!
Oct 28, 2025 • 1h 1min
The One Where I Talk To Retired Academic & Author, Helen Taylor
In this engaging discussion, Helen Taylor, a retired academic and author of 'Childless By Choice', shares her journey of opting for a childfree life. She reveals how societal expectations and her mother’s views influenced her decision. Helen dives into the complexities of regret, the challenges faced by childfree women, and how families can take many forms. With a focus on fulfillment, she emphasizes the importance of friendships and chosen families, encouraging a celebration of diverse life paths.
Oct 25, 2025 • 10min
Mini Series: 10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas — Week 2: The Joy Of Autumn
Send us a textIn Week 2 of my mini series ‘10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas’, I’m talking about embracing autumn — soaking up the light, the cosy routines and solo joys, and deliberately looking for beauty instead of letting your brain spiral towards negativity around the upcoming festive season.Support the showOrder my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Answers To The Most Irritating Questions That Single People Get Asked On The Regular...& How To (Devilishly) Respond'? Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/questions Join the waitlist for my membership, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Interested in my 1-1 Coaching? Work with me HERE: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/workwithme 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!
Oct 23, 2025 • 33min
Thursday Thoughts — The Perils Of Social Media
Send us a textOn this week's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking all about the perils of social media…and screens in general.The global average daily time spent on social media is approximately 2.5 hours - shocking when you really think about it. And as we doom scroll through our feeds, it’s worth noting that we aren’t actually living our lives during that time - we’re watching the lives of others.The truth is that social media is highly addictive, and it’s up to us to bring awareness to our own consumption. So ask yourself: how much of your time and attention are you giving away to it? And how does a 60 minute scroll actually make you feel?We hope you’ll find this conversation useful.Love,Polly & Lucy xSupport the showOrder my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Answers To The Most Irritating Questions That Single People Get Asked On The Regular...& How To (Devilishly) Respond'? Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/questions Join the waitlist for my membership, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Interested in my 1-1 Coaching? Work with me HERE: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/workwithme 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!
Oct 21, 2025 • 1h 2min
The One Where I Talk To Full-Time Traveller, Cindy Sheahan
Cindy Sheehan, a former office worker and mother of four, transformed her life after a hike in Ireland led her to embrace full-time travel. She shares her journey of leaving a 30-year marriage and discusses the support from her children. Cindy describes the thrill of solo travel, the unique dynamics of her long-distance relationship with her French partner, and the challenges of obtaining European citizenship through her Italian ancestry. With tales of adventure, favorite destinations like Sri Lanka and Turkey, and practical advice, she inspires living joyfully and independently.
Oct 18, 2025 • 10min
Mini Series: 10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas — Week 1: Mindset Reset
Send us a textIn Week 1 of my mini series ‘10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas’, I’m talking about a Mindset Reset — reframing autumn-into-Christmas as a season you design (not a test), and choosing what you’ll notice so the next ten weeks don’t become a downhill slide.Support the showOrder my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Answers To The Most Irritating Questions That Single People Get Asked On The Regular...& How To (Devilishly) Respond'? Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/questions Join the waitlist for my membership, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Interested in my 1-1 Coaching? Work with me HERE: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/workwithme 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!
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Oct 16, 2025 • 27min
Thursday Thoughts — Stillness
Explore the transformative power of stillness as Polly and Lucy discuss how pausing can soothe your nervous system and sharpen your clarity. They highlight the surprising benefits of unplugged walks and the calming effects of meditation, with science backing its health perks. Delve into how breathing practices can enhance creativity and connection to deeper insights. The duo also emphasizes mindfulness, introspection, and the ability to expand your perception beyond everyday distractions, all while urging listeners to embrace the quiet moments in life.
Oct 14, 2025 • 1h 21min
The One Where I Talk To Author & Journalist, Marianne Power
Join the dynamic Marianne Power, acclaimed author and journalist behind 'Help Me' and 'Love Me,' as she dives deep into the world of singlehood and the vulnerability of sharing personal narratives. They unpack societal expectations around relationships, explore the importance of self-validation, and challenge beliefs about connection. Marianne shares her fascinating journey into tantra and ethical intimacy, highlighting how genuine connections extend beyond romance. Their candid conversation proves that thriving solo can open doors to unexpected joys and deeper life satisfaction.
Oct 11, 2025 • 9min
Mini Series: 6 Steps To Move Out Of Fear & Into A Life You Love — Part 6: Aligned Action
Send us a textToday is Part Six of a new mini series, 6 Steps To Move Out Of Fear & Into A Life You Love, which is all about the steps I myself have taken to change my life over the last five years. In Part 6, I’m talking about aligned action. Mindset is the foundation – but action builds the life you want. This episode brings all six steps together so you can take intentional, values-led action towards the future you deserve.Support the showOrder my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Answers To The Most Irritating Questions That Single People Get Asked On The Regular...& How To (Devilishly) Respond'? Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/questions Join the waitlist for my membership, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Interested in my 1-1 Coaching? Work with me HERE: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/workwithme 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!
Oct 9, 2025 • 22min
Thursday Thoughts — Fun
Send us a textOn today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about the importance of having fun.Fun is essential for living a good life, especially with everything that's going on in the world at the moment. But fun can look very different for everyone (Polly and I have very different ideas of what fun is!), and that's ok.Whether fun for you is a work 'away day' playing rounders in the park, or a quiet dinner with your bestie, it all matters. And we need to be intentional about incorporating more of it into our lives.We hope you'll find something useful in here!Love,Polly & Lucy x Support the showOrder my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Answers To The Most Irritating Questions That Single People Get Asked On The Regular...& How To (Devilishly) Respond'? Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/questions Join the waitlist for my membership, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Interested in my 1-1 Coaching? Work with me HERE: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/workwithme 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!
