Thrive Solo
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
Thrive Solo
The One Where I Talk To Voice Coach & Author, Caroline Goyder
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 books Gravitas and Find Your Voice, and her TEDx talk, The Surprising Secret To Speaking With Confidence, has had more than 10 million views.
Topics discussed include dealing with awkward questions as a single person, the importance of the vagus nerve, taking risks, overcoming the fear of others' opinions, and the power of finding one's voice. Caroline shares insights from her TEDx talk and her books, offering practical advice on confidence and boundaries. The conversation also explores the benefits of breathwork and the significance of pursuing personal passions to create a fulfilling life.
02:14 Guest Introduction: Caroline Goer
04:41 Stepping Out of Comfort Zones
07:58 Dealing with Judgment and Criticism
17:17 The Power of the Vagus Nerve
20:50 Practical Tips for Voice and Confidence
23:59 Embracing Joy and Freedom
24:16 Women Finding Their Voice
25:53 The Power of Passion and Purpose
29:22 Dealing with Regret and Comparison
34:50 Setting Boundaries and Self-Care
37:33 Understanding and Embracing Introversion
40:07 Final Thoughts and Farewell
LINKS:
Check out Caroline's Substack: https://goyder.substack.com/
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Watch this video about Caroline: https://www.youtube.com/@carolinegoydervocalcoach
CAROLINE'S FREE COURSES:
The Gravitas Course: https://courses.carolinegoyder.com/GravitasCourse
Confidence Booster Audio Course: https://carolinegoyder.kartra.com/page/ConfidenceBooster
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- 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
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And thank you so much for listening!