Send us a textOn 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 showPre-Order 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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The One Where I Talk To Full-Time Traveller & Blogger, Lynn Stephenson
Send us a textLiving 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 Introduction00:40 Lynn's Journey to Solo Travel05:16 The Bosnia Aid Convoy Experience09:56 Solo Travel Insights and Safety17:14 Minimalist Lifestyle and Letting Go25:04 Nature and Wildlife Adventures26:44 Whale Songs and Marine Life Adventures28:01 Galapagos: A Wildlife Paradise28:59 Travel Tips and Blue Footed Boobies31:24 Empowering Women Over 6032:53 The Importance of Staying Active35:48 Cultural Attitudes Towards Stress37:38 Favorite Travel Destinations42:17 Solo Travel and Independence44:53 Finding Joy in Simplicity48:02 Future Travel Plans and GoalsCheck out Lynn's blog: https://www.daredreamdiscover.com/ Follow Lynn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daredreamdiscover1/?hl=enA 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 showPre-Order 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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Minisode Ep.160 — Why I'm Obsessed With Protein (& Why You Should Be Too)
Send us a textOn 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 showPre-Order 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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Thursday Thoughts — The Words You Say Matter
Send us a textOn 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 showPre-Order 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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The One Where I Talk To Writer & Thrive Solo Member, Nadia Huq
Send us a textMy 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 Introduction00:40 Nadia's Writing Journey01:19 The Childless Woman Who Soared03:34 Personal Reflections on Childlessness05:14 Overcoming Grief and Finding Hope07:02 The Impact of Cultural Messaging14:47 Navigating Single Life and Relationships25:25 Reflecting on Past Experiences25:54 Discovering New Passions26:56 Inspiration from Role Models28:03 Embracing Singlehood30:27 The Myth of Having It All34:30 The Joy of Independence48:09 Representation in Media50:43 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsRead 'The Childless Woman Who Soared': https://lifewithoutchildren.com/the-childless-woman-who-soared-5a101f52f1b4?sk=595576ad9096145bd598a5171d3cf609Read Nadia's piece 'How I Grew To Love The Single, Childfree Me': https://nadiahuq.substack.com/p/b6469738-ee5d-4f94-b642-d39167c6c879Subscribe to Nadia's Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/nadiahuq Support the showPre-Order 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!
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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