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 Author & Life Coach, Kara Loewentheil
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I am beyond excited about my guest on the podcast this week because she's someone I've been wanting to interview for a loooong time! A New York Times bestselling author, Ivy League women's rights lawyer turned life coach, and host of the Unfu*k Your Brain podcast, she is none other than Kara Loewentheil.
In our conversation, Kara shares her journey from law to life coaching, and emphasises the significance of thought work and self-compassion in overcoming societal pressures and internalised shame. We explore confidence as a crucial skill set for creating a life that aligns with one's true desires, rather than conforming to limiting societal norms. Kara also talks about why she prefers the term persistence to consistency in the realm of personal development, and we also explore the importance of cultivating a strong relationship with oneself. This episode is packed with practical advice and insights for anyone looking to embrace and thrive in their single life.
05:25 Kara's Journey from Lawyer to Life Coach
09:45 The Impact of Society on Single Women
14:41 Understanding and Overcoming Shame
18:18 The Power of Thought Work
20:53 Consistency vs. Persistency in Thought Work
23:26 Affirmations and Repetition
26:29 Thoughts Are Not Facts
29:37 The Importance of Inner Work
30:38 Embrace Friction in a Tech-Driven World
31:30 The Importance of Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
32:46 Navigating Relationships and Self-Worth
34:17 The Reality of Marriage and Emotional Availability
35:59 The Illusion of Achieving Happiness Through Milestones
37:34 Cultivating Contentment and Emotional Availability
39:03 The Challenges and Rewards of Intimacy
47:38 Empowering Women to Live Their Best Lives
50:48 The Core of Confidence and Self-Actualisation
53:31 Final Thoughts and Words of Wisdom
Sign up for 'Create More Confidence', Kara's Pop-Up event on 8-10 December: https://schoolofnewfeministthought.com/confident/
Check out Kara's website: https://schoolofnewfeministthought.com/
Buy Kara's book, Take Back Your Brain: https://www.takebackyourbrainbook.com/
- Buy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book
- Join my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo
- Download my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the Most
Annoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' - Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks
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And thank you so much for listening!