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On today's minisode, I'm talking about overwhelm.

We've all been there, when your to-do list is longer than your arm and you'd rather hide under the duvet than actually face everything you need to do.

Overwhlem can be debilitating, and it's certainly something that I'm more than familiar with. But...it is possible to get a handle on the panic. Today I share a few strategies that will help lessen those overwhelming thoughts, and instead have you feeling as though you're nailing life!

So press 'Play' and let me know what you think! 

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On today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I are talking about taking responsibility.

This subject can be triggering for many, and in this conversation we don't hold back...but if you want to change your life for the better, then it starts with taking responsibility for yourself and your life.

We can make excuses all day long as to why we haven't started the exercise regime, or left the job that's making us unhappy. We can blame other people and circumstances, and play the victim until the cows come home, but ultimately it's up to us.

We hope you'll find something useful in the 'tough love' in this conversation!

Love,
Polly & Lucy x

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In this week's episode, I’m talking to sex historian and journalist, Kate Lister.

Kate is a sex historian and lecturer at Leeds Trinity University whose primary research interest is the history of sexuality, with a particular focus on the figure of the sex worker. She has published in the field of Victorian studies and the medical humanities in this area. Kate is passionate about using applied literary studies, and currently works with several charities, women’s rights organisations, and campaign groups where she uses historical research to contextualise current debates around sex work law. She is a board member of the sex work research hub.

Kate is also a journalist with the Inews, where she regularly contributes articles on historical sexuality. She also writes for the Wellcome Trust online. She is happily single and childfree.

Topics that Kate & I cover are:

• how Kate was in a 10 year relationship before her current 10 years of singlehood;
• the realisation that most of the stress and anxiety in her life had come from her romantic relationships;
• how the longer she remains single, the more she loves it;
• why Kate thinks that women are more suited to singlehood than men;
• how studies have found that single women are happier than those who are coupled;
• the notion that perhaps long-term relationships aren’t necessarily a great idea;
• why Kate thinks that being a single woman might be the best thing ever;
• the ‘emotional labour’ of internet dating;
• how we both lost ourselves in previous relationships;
• how Kate absolutely loves living alone, and spending time on her own;
• how both of us feel genuinely grateful to be single;
• how we need to move away from the idea that one person can be everything;
• how there are so many other kinds of love that are equally meaningful;
• how, whilst Kate isn’t averse to a relationship, she realises that she’s choosing to be single.

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On today's minisode, I'm talking about my love of rebounding - and no, I don't mean rebounding of the relationship variety. I'm talking about my mini exercise trampoline!

So obsessed am I by this incredible way of working out, that I decided to do a minisode all about how I discovered it, why I love it, and why you should absolutely give it a go.

Not only does it feel way more fun than running or going to the gym, there are a whole host of health benefits that mean this little trampoline will be your new best friend in no time; not least the fact that it's one of the best ways to get rid of cellulite, AND it burns more calories than going for a run. Yup. 

So, take a listen and let me know if you're going to get one!

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On today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I are talking about the huge benefits of getting out into nature, and why we should all be getting outside as much as we can, even if it's just for a 15 minute walk in the nearest park.

There's no doubt that spending time with the birds, the bees, the trees, or whatever nature looks like for you, is good for the soul, as well as the body and mind.

We hope you find something useful in here!

Love,
Polly & Lucy x

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On today's episode, I'm talking to my gorgeous, amazing, brilliant niece, Blue!

At the tender age of 17, Blue most certainly has her head screwed on, and I feel very lucky to have a niece like her. She also happens to be one third of a triplet, and the only girl out of four siblings including her older brother. But, Blue manages to more than hold her own in a male-dominated household!

Our conversation includes:

• Blue's memories of me in relationships;
• how we're more like sisters than auntie and niece;
• her thoughts on having a ‘spinster’ auntie;
• her views on marriage and babies;
• Blue’s thoughts around how our parents effect what we want from a relationship;
• her own non-traditional upbringing;
• how she feels that she’ll be fine if she ends up alone because of having a single auntie;
• how she’s not convinced that she’ll get married;
• how Blue thinks there is less pressure these days to get married and have kids;
• her views on the love lives of some well-known fictional characters;
• what she thinks about the environment in relation to overpopulation;
• and why Blue thinks we should all ‘be a Samantha’!

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On today's minisode, I'm talking about self-compassion.

Why is it that so many of us berate ourselves, judge ourselves, and punish ourselves, when really we should have our own backs? Why don't we talk to ourselves kindly in the same way we would a friend? 

Inspired by our Book Club book in my Thrive Solo membership, Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff, I talk about my own journey to self-compassion, including how I used to be (and still can be) extremely self-critical.

I also talk about the three components of self-compassion according to Kristin Neff, as well as some of the benefits of practicing it.

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On today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly & I are talking all things exercise, particularly the importance of strength training for the more mature woman (me!)

We talk about our own exercise routines, including my love for my mini rebounder trampoline, and Polly's love of running, as well as much, much more!

We hope you'll find something useful in here!

Love,
Polly & Lucy x

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In this week's episode, I’m talking to author, journalist, and founder of Thought Leadership PR, Helen Croydon.

Helen is a former journalist, the author of three books including ‘Screw The Fairytale: A Modern Girl’s Guide To Sex & Love’, and the founder of her own PR practice, Thought Leadership. She is also a passionate triathlete and lover of the outdoors.  

Topics that Helen & I cover are:

• how Helen’s book, Screw The Fairytale, came about;
• how her literary agent told her that they didn’t think the book would be popular because of the topic;
• why she wanted to challenge the conventional idea of what a relationship is;
• the resistance that Helen met in response to her attitudes towards relationships;
• the common phrases that Helen dealt with over and over again during her single years;
• why Helen believes there has been a shift in the societal narrative around less traditional relationships over the last ten years;
• why her current relationship is unconventional and doesn’t fit the ‘fairytale’;
• how the vast majority of writing on singles is geared around dating and looking for love;
• how during her book research, Helen stayed at a polyamorous commune in the Scottish Highlands;
• how both Helen and I are ‘extroverted introverts’;
• how Helen came up with the idea of ‘the single gene’ when she was writing her book;
• how Helen is very grateful that she loves her own company and believes that it’s a gift;
• how Helen thinks there is a correlation between enjoying your own company, and being driven.

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On today's minisode, I'm talking about the peace that comes with living alone.

As single, childfree women, we are in the fortunate position of not having to deal with the moods and emotions of either a partner or children in our day to day home lives. But because most of the world is busy celebrating the 'traditional' way of life, the benefits of being the only human in your living space are rarely celebrated in the same way, if at all.

There is much to be said for not having to deal with a screaming toddler, a moody teenager, or an argumentative partner. Instead, we get to revel in the peace and calm of a household just for one. Heaven.

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