Send us a text In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the brilliant Paul Ward. Paul - who goes by Great Kraken on social platforms - is a 43 year old Irishman who has gone through divorce and has used this experience to become an advocate for the importance of solo dating & men's mental health, and challenging society's obsession with romantic relationships. Paul is a firm believer that the most important relationship is with yourself, and that peace and contentment are the true keys to happ...
Apr 23, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 114
Send us a text On this week's minisode, I'm talking about journaling. Keeping a journal has become very trendy with the rise of the wellness movement, but are there actually benefits that make it a practice worth adding into our already busy lives? In my opinion, yes. I've been journaling (on and off) for a few years now, although I'm not very consistent, and the way I journal tends to change like the weather. So...how should we journal, when should we journal, and why should we journal? Press '...
Apr 20, 2024•18 min
Send us a text On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about why investing both time and money in yourself is so powerful. We also discuss how often the transformation is in the transaction, and how investing in ourselves has created amazing new friendships. Enjoy! Love, Polly & Lucy 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 Irritat...
Apr 18, 2024•40 min
Send us a text ***TRIGGER WARNING*** In this episode, Heidi refers to two sexual assaults, one when she was a child. In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the force of nature that is Heidi Clements. Heidi is a 63 year old single, childfree woman living in the US. She loves fashion and she was a scripted writer who decided to use storytelling on social media as a way to get her message out about women over 50. She is passionate about changing the way the world looks at women over 50 reframing th...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 113
Send us a text On today's minisode, I'm talking about what's in our control, and what isn't. Everybody knows that we can't change the weather. So why do we still let it affect our mood? For every ounce of energy we expend thinking and worrying about things that aren't up to us, we should instead use it on the things that are. 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 ...
Apr 13, 2024•12 min
Send us a text On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I are talking about complaining. We all love a good moan, but there’s a difference between getting something off your chest, and constantly complaining. We all have a choice as to whether we want to be a ‘drain’ or a ‘radiator’; whether we set the thermostat in the room, or shift our state of being to the temperature of those around us. We also have a choice about who we allow access to us. Are we surrounding ourselves with people who lift...
Apr 11, 2024•36 min
Send us a text In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the wonderful Jess Walton. Jess is a 43 year old single, childfree woman who works as an assistant at an investment company in the city. She lives alone in south-east London. Topics that Jess & I cover are: how Jess ended up getting married on her 21st birthday as a way of escaping her chaotic and difficult home life; the sudden passing of her Mum that sent her into a downward spiral; how leaving her marriage was the beginning of her jour...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 112
Send us a text On today's minisode, I'm talking about some of the coolest things about ageing. We live in a culture obsessed with youth and beauty, but there's a well-kept secret that noone talks about — that ageing is, actually, awesome! From giving less fu*ks, to having more confidence, I share some of the reasons why I'm enjoying getting older. Support the show Pre-Order my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PD...
Apr 06, 2024•21 min
Send us a text On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about social media. We discuss how it influences our lives (both positively and negatively), how much time we spend on it, and how to prevent it from taking over our lives. We hope you’ll find something useful in here! Love, Polly & Lucy 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 Irr...
Apr 04, 2024•39 min
Send us a text On today's solo episode, I'm talking all about solitude. Solitude can often be conflated with loneliness, although they are two very different things; and this may be partly due to the fact that solitude carries a certain stigma in the same way that being single and childless does. The truth is that solitude can be glorious, nourishing and empowering; not to mention the research shows that time spent in solitude can make us feel less stressed, and allow us to feel more free to be ...
Apr 02, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 111
Send us a text On today's minisode, I'm talking about the 'lost art' of listening. How often are we thinking more about our response than what the person talking is actually saying? How often are we waiting for a gap in the conversation so that we can vocalise whatever it is we're dying to express? We all deserve to be fully heard, but we also need to learn how to fully listen. Support the show Pre-Order my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymegges...
Mar 30, 2024•10 min
Send us a text On today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I talk about healthy eating. We discuss our own experiences of eating healthily, our eating habits, as well as some of the things we try and include in our daily diets. We hope you'll find something useful in here! Love, Polly & Lucy 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 Question...
Mar 28, 2024•39 min
Send us a text In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the fabulous Jim Morgan. Jim is a mental health coach, executive coach, eco therapist, forest bathing guide, helps facilitate nature retreats and vision quests in the wild, and helps with The Bioleadership project on their nature events. Jim is single and childfree, and lives in Sussex with his dog Ruby Rose. Topics that Jim & I cover are: Jim’s connection to nature and how important it’s been in his healing journey; Jim’s story of yearni...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 110
Send us a text On today's minisode, I'm talking about 10 things in my life that I'm particularly loving right now. Enjoy! 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 the waitlist for my membership, Thrive S...
Mar 23, 2024•21 min
Send us a text On today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I talk about the importance of having an awareness of what we can — and can’t — control in our lives. This conversation was inspired by Viktor Frankl’s quote: “We have absolutely no control over what happens to us in life, but what we have paramount control over is how we respond to those events.” We hope you find something useful in here. Love, Polly & Lucy x Support the show Pre-Order my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US...
Mar 21, 2024•35 min
Send us a text In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the awesome Sinead Kennedy. Sinead is a passionate travel writer and author. Her debut book, “Life Is A Cycle,” launched on International Women’s Day 2023. As a Mental Health & Wellness Coach, Sinead specialises in helping others to enhance their lives and relationships, particularly their personal connection with themselves. Featured in various Irish and International media, she has openly shared her journey by addressing mental health, ...
Mar 19, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 109
Send us a text On today's minisode, I'm talking about a question that popped into my head recently; one that I think us singles should be asking ourselves... Press 'Play' and let me know what you think. 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: htt...
Mar 16, 2024•11 min
Send us a text On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I are talking about patience. We discuss how often it's 'better to travel than arrive', and how the final destination is often so much sweeter having actually gone through the process to get there. We also discuss how to cultivate more patience in your life. We hope you'll find something useful in here! Love, Polly & Lucy x Support the show Pre-Order my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www....
Mar 14, 2024•29 min
Send us a text *TRIGGER WARNING* There is talk of abuse and suicide in this episode. In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the fabulous Jamie Louise Madigan. Born in Dublin, but raised and living in Calgary, Canada, Jamie is a single, childfree woman who suffered at the hands of an emotionally abusive man when she was just 18 years old — the experience resulted in her writing a book of poems. ‘Lipstick Stains & Coffee Cups’ is a metaphorical reflection of the book broken down into two parts...
Mar 12, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 108
Send us a text On today's minisode, I'm talking about my number one value, and one of THE top benefits of being single and childfree. Freedom. I share my thoughts on some of the reasons why the freedom of single life is just so...damn...awesome. Enjoy! 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 Regula...
Mar 09, 2024•17 min
Send us a text On today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about sleep. We all know how important it is to get 7 - 9 hours a night; but there are many other things to be mindful about when it comes to optimising our sleep. We talk about going to bed and waking up at the same time every day, when to stop drinking caffeine, stopping eating a couple of hours before bedtime, and much more! We hope you'll find something helpful in here! Love, Polly & Lucy x Support the show Pre-Order my...
Mar 07, 2024•34 min
Send us a text In this week’s episode, I’m talking to the fabulous Kriss Rita. Kriss is an aspiring entrepreneur as a positive psychology practitioner and coach. She has worked in special education for twenty years and is a special educator and consultant advocating for inclusive employment for people of all abilities. Kriss lives in Portland, Oregon with her dog, Betty. Topics that Kriss & I cover are: how Kriss grew up in a small town where the main aim was partnering up; how she spent a g...
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 107
Send us a text On today's minisode, I'm talking about the two life lessons I was reminded of when I thought my car had been stolen. Press 'Play' and let me know what you think! 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/...
Mar 02, 2024•15 min
Send us a text On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I are talking about stress. We discuss how stress is very necessary in life to keep us safe, but how it becomes a problem when we get stuck in it and can't turn our stress response off. We also talk about helpful tools to manage and build our capacity to handle stress. We hope you'll find something useful in here. Love, Polly & Lucy x Support the show Pre-Order my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: h...
Feb 29, 2024•38 min
Send us a text In this week’s episode I’m talking to the absolutely fabulous, Samantha Brooke. Sam is a certified Holistic Coach as well as a Yoga & Meditation Teacher. She is dedicated to guiding women towards mind-body-soul alignment and nervous system regulation. Sam brings a truly unique and all encompassing approach to coaching that incorporates science, soul, somatics and psychology to empower her clients to unlock their best selves while creating lasting change. Through a unique blend...
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 106
Send us a text Today's minisode was inspired by one of my listeners who wrote to me with an affirmation that she uses to help her reframe her single status: You don't have to be chosen, to be a good choice. Press 'Play' to listen to my musings on this concept! 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 Th...
Feb 24, 2024•11 min
Send us a text In this week's Thursday's Thoughts, Polly and I are talking all about manifestation. The term manifestation often gets dismissed as being too ‘woowoo’; but I like to think of it as simply ‘making shit happen.' When we decide what we want, believe that it’s possible for us, and start taking small, aligned actions, we will get there…IF we keep moving towards it and don’t quit at the first hurdle. In this conversation, Polly and I talk about things that we’ve manifested into our own ...
Feb 22, 2024•31 min
Send us a text I can't quite believe it, but Spinsterhood Reimagined has been going for 2 years!!! Today's episode is a compilation of some of the best bits from my many incredible guests over the last 24 months. I wish I could have used every single one of them, but I had to draw the line somewhere! I really 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 Answ...
Feb 20, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 105
Send us a text On today's minisode, I'm talking about my fascination with Stoicism, and a book I'm currently reading, The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday & Stephen Hanselman. Stoicism is a philosophy designed to make us more resilient, happier, more virtuous and more wise – and subsequently, better people. At the heart of this philosophy is the idea that we don’t control the world around us, but we do control how we respond to it. I hope you'll find something useful in here. Support the show Pre...
Feb 17, 2024•24 min
Send us a text On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about trust. We discuss trusting that things always work out for you, as well as trusting the process, even in times of uncertainty. We also talk about the power of unwavering belief and some practical tips on how to cultivate it in your life. We hope you find something useful in here. Love Polly & Lucy x Support the show Pre-Order my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeg...
Feb 15, 2024•34 min
