A Thought I Kept is a short-form wellbeing podcast about the single ideas that shape how we live — the ones that stay with us, long after we’ve forgotten the rest.

Hosted by Claire Fitzsimmons, each episode features a different guest sharing the one idea they’ve carried with them through life. A line from a book, a sentence said at the right moment, a realisation they couldn’t un-hear. These are the thoughts that changed something. That embedded. That stayed.

In a world overflowing with life advice, inspiration, and self-help ideas, A Thought I Kept isn’t just about what sounds good — it’s about what lives well. What actually makes it off the page, off the stage, and into our everyday lives.

This podcast is about the thoughts we return to without trying. The ones we’ve tested, made our own, or are still figuring out how to live. It’s personal, reflective, and real. Sometimes messy. Always grounded in how we actually live.

In this trailer episode, Claire introduces the idea behind the series:

• Why we need space for the thoughts that matter

• How one moment of insight can shape a lifetime

• What to expect in the episodes ahead

You’ll also meet Claire — a writer, emotions coach, and someone always on the lookout for ideas that mean something. This podcast is her way of tracing how those ideas shape who we become — especially in times of transition, growth, and self-discovery.

What kind of ideas will you hear on the show?

Guests include writers, creatives, therapists, coaches, entrepreneurs and academics — each sharing the one thought they kept that changed how they approach their life.

You’ll hear about:

• A quote remembered since teenage years

• A truth discovered at just the right time

• A thought passed down by someone loved

• A lesson learned the hard way

• A line in a book that quietly rearranged everything

And maybe one of them will land with you, too.

Why listen?

Because in a culture obsessed with big, bold transformation, A Thought I Kept is about the thoughts that go the distance — the ones we make our own. The kind that don’t just change our perspective for a moment, but shape how we live, connect, and move through our days.

Whether you’re navigating change, seeking clarity, or simply curious — this podcast will give you something to hold onto.

It’s a space for meaningful conversations, mental and emotional wellbeing, and ideas that stay.

New episodes arrive Mondays — start your week with a thought-provoking conversation and a new idea to live by.

Host: Claire Fitzsimmons

Claire is a writer, certified emotions coach, and co-founder of If Lost Start Here, a wellbeing company that helps women feel better in everyday life. Her work explores emotional clarity, self-connection and how to find meaning in modern life — especially in the face of a noisy, fast-moving wellbeing culture.

Follow Claire on Substack at MoreGoodDays where you'll find videos and bonus content for each episode.

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This is A Thought I Kept — Weekly conversations about the ideas that stay. Listen every Monday morning for a new thought to hold onto this week.

About Claire Fitzsimmons

Claire is the host of A Thought I Kept, a wellbeing writer and the co-founder of If Lost Start Here. As an ICF Associate Certified Coach and a certified Emotions Coach Practitioner, Claire helps people navigate the everyday lost moments of their lives and all the feelings, from anxiety to grief, overwhelm to disconnection. Find out about working with Claire here. 

Buy Claire's first book, If Lost Start Here: Wellbeing for the Anxious, Disconnected or Uncertain here.

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