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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Dec 6, 2025 • 13min
Mini Series: 10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas — Week 8: Boundaries & Energy Protection
Send us Fan MailIn Week 8 of my mini series ‘10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas’, I’m talking about the importance of boundaries, and protecting your energy, at this time of year. Particularly when it comes to those intrusive questions about our single status... Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/bookJoin my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesoloDownload my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacksCheck out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=shareFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
Dec 4, 2025 • 33min
Thursday Thoughts — Releasing & Letting Go
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about releasing and letting go as we move towards 2026.We cover releasing through breathwork, letting go of the judgement of others, as well as how perfectionism can sometimes be procrastination in disguise.We hope you’ll find something useful in here!Love,Polly & Lucy x Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/bookJoin my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesoloDownload my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacksCheck out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=shareFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
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Dec 2, 2025 • 1h 4min
The One Where I Talk To Author & Life Coach, Kara Loewentheil
In this enlightening conversation, Kara Loewentheil, an Ivy League women's rights lawyer turned mindset coach and bestselling author, dives into her transformative journey. She discusses the impact of societal pressures on women's self-worth and the importance of self-compassion. Kara advocates for persistence over consistency in personal growth and emphasizes the power of thought work. She explores the significance of a healthy self-relationship, confidence as a skill, and the freedom that comes with singlehood, offering invaluable insights for anyone seeking personal empowerment.
Nov 29, 2025 • 11min
Mini Series: 10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas — Week 7: Solo Traditions
Send us Fan MailIn Week 7 of my mini series ‘10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas’, I’m talking about solo traditions — and why you don't need a partner to make them joyful. Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/bookJoin my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesoloDownload my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacksCheck out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=shareFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
Nov 28, 2025 • 34min
Thursday Thoughts — You Gotta Do The Goddam Thing
Send us Fan MailOn this week’s Monday Motivation, Polly and I are talking about how it doesn’t matter how much personal development work we do if we don’t actually do the thing.You can learn and reflect endlessly, but real change only happens when insight becomes action.We dive into how growth takes time and consistent practice. It asks for patience, repetition and putting in the reps, even when progress feels slow or subtle.We also challenge the belief of “I don’t have time”. Because often, it’s not time we’re lacking… it’s prioritisation. And when something truly matters, we do find a way to make space for it.This episode is a reminder that only you can create the changes you’re longing for — and yes, there’s a little tough love in there, but only because we know action is what works.We hope there’s something in here that supports you this week.Love,Polly & Lucy x Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/bookJoin my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesoloDownload my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacksCheck out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=shareFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
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Nov 25, 2025 • 1h 4min
The One Where I Talk To Author Of 'Party Of One', Meghan Keane
Join Meghan Keane, a savvy journalism editor at NPR's Life Kit and author of 'Party of One', as she shares her insightful journey from singlehood to engagement. They delve into the art of self-relationship and mindfulness, exploring techniques to combat negative self-talk. Meghan emphasizes the need for diverse friendships and challenges the stigma surrounding being single. Learn how to embrace solitude positively and why understanding your values can lead to deeper connections. Get inspired to live fully in the present!
Nov 22, 2025 • 10min
Mini Series: 10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas — Week 6: Rest As A Power Move
Send us Fan MailIn Week 6 of my mini series ‘10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas’, I’m talking about why resting is a power move, especially at this time of year — and why it's a necessity, not a reward. Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/bookJoin my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesoloDownload my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacksCheck out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=shareFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
Nov 20, 2025 • 35min
Thursday Thoughts — Thoughts vs. Thinking
Send us Fan MailOn today’s Thursday's Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about the difference between thoughts and thinking, thanks to a book that Polly has been reading called 'Don’t Believe Everything You Think' by Joseph Nguyen.We all have thoughts - between 60,000 and 70,000 each day - but we get to choose which of those thoughts we want to entertain into actual thinking, and which of those we don’t.Polly and I talk about how we’ve both worked hard on our own thinking over the last few years. We also discuss some of the practical steps you can take in order to become more aware of what’s going on between your ears, including getting into a wonderful ‘flow state’ that gets us out of our thinking brain and into the present moment, and moving your body to shift your energetic state.We really hope you’ll enjoy this conversation.Love,Polly & Lucy x Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/bookJoin my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesoloDownload my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacksCheck out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=shareFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
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Nov 18, 2025 • 1h 6min
The One Where I Talk To Author of Unwed & Unbothered, Emma Duval
Emma Duval, author and illustrator of "Unwed & Unbothered," shines a spotlight on the rich history of single women without children. She shares her motivations for writing, despite familial pressures regarding her childfree choice. Emma discusses empowering stories of women like Jane Austen and Florence Nightingale, and delves into the historical challenges faced by single women. Also, she highlights the significance of online communities for childfree individuals and emphasizes the importance of living authentically and forming chosen families.
Nov 15, 2025 • 10min
Mini Series: 10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas — Week 5: Money, Gifting & Comparison Detox
Send us Fan MailIn Week 5 of my mini series ‘10 Weeks To A Joyful Christmas’, I’m talking about how money, gifting and comparison can send us spiralling at this time of year — but they don't have to. Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/bookJoin my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesoloDownload my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacksCheck out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=shareFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
