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Thrive Solo

Lucy Meggesonwww.buzzsprout.com

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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Episodes

The One Where I Talk to PR Consultant, Emily Ball

Send us a text In this week's episode of the Thrive Solo, I'm talking to the fabulous Emily Ball, a PR business owner who shares her journey of healing and self-discovery after leaving a toxic relationship. During our conversation, Emily recounts her experiences of dealing with emotional abuse, the steps she took to reclaim her life, and how she learned to embrace and love singlehood. Our discussion highlights the importance of self-worth, the joy of solo adventures, and the misconception that s...

Aug 26, 20251 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 184

Mini Series: The Truth About The Tough Bits — Part 4: The Comparison Spiral

Send us a text In this fourth part of my new Saturday Minisode mini series, The Truth About the Tough Bits: Navigating the Harder Side of Being Single & Childfree, I'm talking about comparison, and those milestones that everybody else seems to be reaching. Hope you enjoy it. x Support the show Pre-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 P...

Aug 23, 202513 min

Thursday Thoughts — Shifting Your Filter

Send us a text This week on Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are chatting about the filters we use to live our lives. Is your filter clouding your judgement? Is it colouring everything grey, making things seem worse than they really are? And how long are you willing to sit in that negativity? The thing is, when you change the lens through which you see the world, you get to choose one that lifts you, lightens you, and lets you see possibility instead of limitation. We explore some of the common fi...

Aug 21, 202532 min

The One Where I Talk To Content Creator, Camille Natalie

Send us a text In this week's episode of Thrive Solo, my guest is Camille Natalie, a content creator and social media strategist who empowers women over 40 to celebrate the single life rather than simply tolerate it. At 44 and thriving solo in Miami Beach, she has built her brand, Camille Natalie, around the mission of showing women that being single isn't a consolation prize—it's a powerful choice. Through her authentic content and strategic social media approach, Camille helps women reframe th...

Aug 19, 202557 minSeason 1Ep. 183

Mini Series: The Truth About The Tough Bits — Part 3: Future Fears

Send us a text In this third part of my new Saturday Minisode mini series: The Truth About the Tough Bits: Navigating the Harder Side of Being Single & Childfree, I'm talking about future fears such as "What if I die alone?" Hope you enjoy it. x Support the show Pre-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.....

Aug 16, 202515 min

Thursday Thoughts — People Pleasing

Send us a text On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I are talking about people pleasing. We all do it - particularly women - but is it actually serving us? The need to belong and be liked often sees us doing or saying things that aren’t in alignment with who we truly are. When we put the needs of others above our own, we often end up feeling resentful and depleted, which is no good for anyone! In this conversation, Polly and I give examples of how we’ve both been people pleasers in the past...

Aug 14, 202535 min

The One Where I Talk To Entrepreneur & Communications Expert, Kerrie Finch

Send us a text My guest on this week's episode of Thrive Solo is the totally fabulous Kerrie Finch, an entrepreneur, communications expert, and speaker living in Amsterdam. She is a hugely successful business woman, running the reputation-building company 'Also Known As' with her two partners in the United States. Kerrie shares her story from attending Manchester University to establishing her first company, The Finch Factor, and discusses her pivot towards her current business. She also delves ...

Aug 12, 20251 hr 13 minSeason 1Ep. 182

Mini Series: The Truth About The Tough Bits — Part 2: The Visibility Problem

Send us a text In this second part of my new Saturday Minisode mini series: The Truth About the Tough Bits: Navigating the Harder Side of Being Single & Childfree, I'm talking about feeling invisible. Hope you enjoy it. x Support the show Pre-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 (Devilishl...

Aug 09, 202512 min

Thursday Thoughts — It's The Small Things That Will Change Your Life

Send us a text On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about how it’s not the big dramatic changes that transform your life…it’s the small habits. 💫 How you spend your mornings 💬 How you speak to yourself 📚 What you feed your mind ⚡️ Who gets your energy—and your access. These small choices might seem insignificant, but they shape your days…and your days shape your life. In this conversation, we unpack why the small stuff is actually the big stuff. We hope you find something use...

Aug 07, 202532 min

The One Where I Talk To Blogger & Influencer, Jordan Emily Rose

Send us a text My guest on this week's episode is the completely gorgeous Jordan Emily Rose, a blogger, influencer, travel and fashion content creator. Jordan shares her journey from discovering blogging to becoming a successful influencer across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. She discusses her entry into the field, the challenges of visibility and online criticism, and her experiences dealing with mental health issues. Jordan also reflects on societal pressures related to relationships, the ri...

Aug 05, 20251 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 181

Mini Series: The Truth About The Tough Bits — Part 1: Loneliness vs Solitude

Send us a text Over the next few weeks, I'm diving into the truth about some of the tougher bits of being single and childfree in this new Saturday Minisode mini series: The Truth About the Tough Bits: Navigating the Harder Side of Being Single & Childfree. Today, I'm talking about loneliness vs. solitude. Hope you enjoy it. x Support the show Pre-Order my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Ans...

Aug 02, 202515 min

Thursday Thoughts — NSDR (Non Sleep Deep Rest)

Send us a text On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about NSDR - Non Sleep Deep Rest. Similar to meditation or breathwork, NSDR can help take us out of our monkey minds and bring us back into our bodies. It helps take us out of our sympathetic nervous system, and into our parasympathetic nervous system - our ‘rest and digest’ state. So many of us are in a state of stress and anxiety far more than we should be, and a short NSDR practice can make a huge difference. Polly has t...

Jul 31, 202530 min

The One Where I Talk To The Unconventional Weight Loss Coach, Naomi Holbrook

Send us a text In this week's episode, my guest is the fabulous Naomi Holbrook, the 'Unconventional Weight Loss Coach'. Naomi shares her transformative journey from battling weight issues and personal trauma to becoming an empowered individual at 50. Naomi delves into her early struggles with unhealthy eating habits, stemming from childhood difficulties, and how she overcame them to lose five stone and reclaim her health through sustainable lifestyle changes. She also discusses the importance of...

Jul 29, 20251 hr 27 minSeason 1Ep. 180

Mini Series: The Underrated Benefits Of Being Single & Childfree — Part 5: Learning & Personal Growth

Send us a text In this final part of my mini series about the underrated benefits of being single and childfree, I'm talking about learning and personal growth. Hope you enjoy it. x Support the show Pre-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...

Jul 26, 202512 min

Thursday Thoughts — Lessons From A Holiday

Send us a text 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, change the scenery, and reconnect, but the real magic? It lies in creating a life you don’t constantly need a...

Jul 24, 202536 min

The One Where I Talk To Childfree Activist & Author, Verena Brunschweiger

Send us a text 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 received for her activism, especially in conservative regions. Despite this, Verena and I both emphasise the importance ...

Jul 22, 202552 minSeason 1Ep. 179

Mini Series: The Underrated Benefits Of Being Single & Childfree — Part 4: Emotional Stability

Send us a text 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 Pre-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 J...

Jul 19, 202511 min

Thursday Thoughts — Self-Worth

Send us a text 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 from anything outside of ourselves, i.e. a job promotion, a relationship, or a medal. The truth is that we are ...

Jul 17, 202535 min

The One Where I Talk To Wellness Warrior & Nature Lover, Linzi Bell

Send us a text 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 transformative power of nature and self-discovery. Our conversation emphasises the importance of mindset, embracing single...

Jul 15, 20251 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 178

Mini Series: The Underrated Benefits Of Being Single & Childfree — Part 3: Drama-Free Life

Send us a text 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 Pre-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 Joi...

Jul 12, 202511 min

Thursday Thoughts — Comfort Zones

Send us a text 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 zones and offering a few tips on how you can do the same, in a way that feels doable — not daunting. We hope there’...

Jul 10, 202536 min

The One Where I Talk To Voice Coach & Author, Caroline Goyder

Send us a text 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 studied at Oxford University, and trained as an actor and then a professional voice coach. She’s the author of the best-selling bo...

Jul 08, 202548 minSeason 1Ep. 177

Mini Series: The Underrated Benefits Of Being Single & Childfree — Part 2: Lack Of Compromise

Send us a text 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 Pre-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...

Jul 05, 202512 min

Thursday Thoughts — Haters Gonna Hate

Send us a text 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 opinions and judgements. Love, Polly & Lucy x Support the show Pre-Order my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO...

Jul 03, 202544 min

The One Where I Talk To Dentist & Thrive Solo Member, Julie Kellogg

Send us a text 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 solo travel, sensual living, financial independence, creativity, and what it means to thrive solo. The episode hi...

Jul 01, 20251 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 176

Mini Series: The Underrated Benefits Of Being Single & Childfree — Part 1: Peace

Send us a text 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 Pre-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: http...

Jun 28, 202510 min

Thursday Thoughts — Writing A Book

Send us a text 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 writing, showing up consistently (even when it's hard), and trusting that clarity comes after you begin — not be...

Jun 26, 202534 min

The One Where I Talk About Manifestation (AKA Making Sh*t Happen)

Send us a text 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 law of vibration, and the observer effect. I'm giving you some practical advice on how to consciously manifest desired outco...

Jun 24, 202543 minSeason 1Ep. 175

Minisode Ep.163 — Rewriting the Script on Single Life

Send us a text 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 to go unnoticed; but WE can choose to focus on all of the wonderful advantages that our position in life affords us. Press 'Play...

Jun 21, 202516 min

Thursday Thoughts — Perspective

Send us a text 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 starts with awareness, and making tiny shifts consistently over time. Polly and I talk about how we’ve both cha...

Jun 19, 202533 min
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