Thrive Solo

By 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

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September 02, 2025The One Where I Talk To Author Of 'Single & Psycho', Caroline Young
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In this week's episode of Thrive Solo, my guest is the wonderful Caroline Young, author of 'Single And Psycho: How Pop Culture Created The Unstable Single Woman.'
Although single herself, Caroline is Mum to an almost-one-year old boy, whose father she co-parents and lives with.
During our conversation, Caroline explores the societal and pop culture stereotypes of single women, sharing insights from her book and her personal experiences. We discuss characters from movies such as Fatal Attraction and Bridget Jones' Diary, and other shows that depict single women as unstable, crazy, or desperate. We also talk about the pressure women face regarding marriage and children, and the resilience required to break these stereotypes.
Caroline also shares her journey of becoming a mother later in life and how this transition changed her societal visibility.
02:14 Guest Introduction: Caroline Young
05:01 Caroline's Unique Family Dynamics
06:43 Writing 'Single and Psycho'
08:48 Exploring Pop Culture Stereotypes
10:28 Relating to Pop Culture Characters
19:22 Themes and Takeaways from her book
27:51 Visibility and Perception Changes
30:35 Struggles with Invisibility
30:59 Rebecca Traister's Perspective on Marriage
31:58 American vs. UK Views on Marriage
34:14 Deciding to Try IVF Again
34:41 Advice for Women Considering Solo Motherhood
37:00 Enjoying Solo Motherhood
38:53 Celebrating Single Women's Complexity and Resilience
40:23 Backlash Against Single and Childless Women
45:01 Caroline's Online Dating Experiences
47:32 The Impact of Having a Baby on Her Thoughts Around Relationships
48:37 Final Thoughts and Book Highlights
53:24 Embracing Aging and Motherhood in Your Forties
54:58 Conclusion and Contact Information

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 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: [email protected]

And thank you so much for listening!
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1h 1min
August 30, 2025Mini Series: The Truth About The Tough Bits — Part 5: When Grief Hits Out Of Nowhere
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In this fifth and final part of my Saturday Minisode mini series, The Truth About the Tough Bits: Navigating the Harder Side of Being Single & Childfree, I'm talking about what to do when the grief of being single and / or childless hits unexpectedly.
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 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: [email protected]

And thank you so much for listening!
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13min
August 28, 2025Thursday Thoughts — Action Absorbs Anxiety
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On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about a concept promoted by Dan Harris: Action Absorbs Anxiety.

This is the idea that taking even the smallest of actions can help to reduce feelings of powerlessness and helplessness, by channelling that restless, stuck energy and shifting it onto something more productive.

Polly and I also talk about another similar idea, which is that clarity comes from taking action - something that both of us have found to be true.

We hope you’ll find something of value 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 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: [email protected]

And thank you so much for listening!
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35min
August 26, 2025The One Where I Talk to PR Consultant, Emily Ball
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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 singlehood equates to being incomplete. We also delve into the societal pressures that push women towards traditional milestones and emphasise the significance of living a purpose-filled life on one's own terms.
Emily also talks about the peace she has found as a single woman, recognising her own value, and taking control of her own happiness.
02:14 Guest Introduction: Emily's Journey
04:41 Emily's Toxic Relationship: The Beginning
07:32 The Downward Spiral: Ignoring Red Flags
11:05 Breaking Point: Realisation and Escape
24:01 Healing and Self-Discovery
29:08 Finding Peace in Singlehood
37:42 Rebuilding: Self-Love and Growth
43:38 Finding Peace in Solitude
44:12 Redefining Success
46:23 Questioning Life's Milestones
48:15 Embracing Singlehood
50:12 Choosing Not to Have Children
53:14 Living Life on Your Own Terms
01:03:40 Solo Travel Adventures
01:14:13 The Joy of Self-Discovery
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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 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: [email protected]

And thank you so much for listening!
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1h 25min
August 23, 2025Mini Series: The Truth About The Tough Bits — Part 4: The Comparison Spiral
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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 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: [email protected]

And thank you so much for listening!
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13min
August 21, 2025Thursday Thoughts — Shifting Your Filter
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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 filters we’ve had and how to shift them.

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.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: [email protected]

And thank you so much for listening!
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33min
August 19, 2025The One Where I Talk To Content Creator, Camille Natalie
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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 their relationship with singlehood and discover the joy, freedom, and fulfillment that comes with designing life on their own terms.
During our conversation, Camille shares her journey of embracing singlehood, cultivating self-love, and navigating adult friendships. We also discuss topics such as the societal pressures of marriage and children, the nuances of living a child-free life, solo dating, and finding joy in everyday moments. Camille also highlights the importance of self-validation and the freedom that comes with living on one's own terms.
02:14 Guest Introduction: Meet Camille Natalie
03:26 Camille's Background and Life in Miami
07:55 Journey of Being Single
11:57 Self-Validation and Personal Growth
18:57 Friendship Challenges for Single Women
25:56 Effort in Building Connections
27:27 Connecting with Single Moms
27:46 Expectations of Motherhood
28:48 Marriage and Societal Pressure
29:59 Embracing Child-Free Life
33:57 Choosing Happiness and Joy
43:55 Solo Dates and Self-Empowerment
49:40 Final Thoughts and Farewell
Follow Camille on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camillexnatalie/
Follow Camille on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@camillexnatalie
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@camillexnatalie
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camillexnatalie/
Instagram 1-on-1 Coaching Call: https://shop.beacons.ai/miamidatenite/iggrowthcall

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 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: [email protected]

And thank you so much for listening!
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57min
August 16, 2025Mini Series: The Truth About The Tough Bits — Part 3: Future Fears
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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...& 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: [email protected]

And thank you so much for listening!
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15min
August 14, 2025Thursday Thoughts — People Pleasing
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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, but how we’re now much more discerning about what we say yes to and - importantly - what we say no to.

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 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: [email protected]

And thank you so much for listening!
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35min
August 12, 2025The One Where I Talk To Entrepreneur & Communications Expert, Kerrie Finch
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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 into her personal journey, including her experience with various health issues not least a rare blood condition, a triple heart bypass, and endometrial cancer.
Kerrie speaks candidly about being single, both by circumstance and subconscious choice, and emphasises the importance of having a supportive community. Throughout our conversation, Kerrie provides insights into what it takes to succeed as a female entrepreneur and thrive solo, irrespective of relationship status.
00:57 Kerry Finch's Journey: From Manchester to Amsterdam
03:01 Building a Reputation: The Birth of Finch Factor
06:09 Entrepreneurial Insights: Challenges and Triumphs
15:19 The Power of Community and Live Events
18:51 Introducing 'Also Known As'
21:57 Navigating Single Life: Choices and Circumstances
33:37 Embracing the Power of Saying No
34:37 Finding Joy in Solitude
35:33 The Freedom of Solo Travel
36:19 The Reality of Being Single
38:59 Facing Serious Illness Alone
42:33 The Impact of Health Challenges
50:02 The Importance of Community Support
55:39 Thriving Solo: Final Thoughts
Follow Kerrie on LinkedIn: Kerrie Finch
Follow Kerrie on Instagram: @thefinchfactor
Follow Kerrie's speaking account on Instagram: @kerriefinchspeaks

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 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: [email protected]

And thank you so much for listening!
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1h 13min

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