Thriving Solo Podcast

Welcome to Episode 19.Today I'm so thrilled to welcome another guest to the Thriving Solo Podcast.Keturah Kendrick is the author of No Thanks, Black, Female, and Living in the Martyr-Free Zone, and is living her mission of being the Ambassador of Freedom to Black women, living and loving life beyond boundaries in order to create peace. During our episode, Keturah and I discussed...What is was like to break away from external expectations of being a Black female in her family and communityWhat it was like living as a single, childfree, Black woman living abroadThe choice she made to live in the martyr-free zone, and What the intention of putting herself first and knowing that she is enough have allowed her to manifest for her lifeAnd, you'll even hear the unexpected moment when Keturah actually made me cry!If you're constantly feeling like you're living a life that is unlike the 'norm', and if you've ever thought to yourself, "Why am I so different?"  "Why don't I feel and think the same way they do ?" Or, "What is wrong with me?" This is the episode for you.I hope you enjoy our soulful and heartfelt conversation as much as I did. Resources to keep up with Keturah:https://www.keturahkendrick.comExclusive Patreon pageSocial:InstagramFacebookTwitterEnjoying the Thriving Solo Podcast? Subscribe, share, and please leave a review! The Thriving Solo Podcast is available wherever podcasts are streaming. SUBSCRIBE:Apple PodcastsSpotifyStitcher

Welcome to Episode 18.Do you often feel that you're not fully comfortable living in your truth? Do you feel that something is off or out of  alignment with who you're being each day? You might be living out of your integrity. Tune in to today's episode as Jennifer discusses a bit about what it means to live in integrity, what happens when we don't live in integrity, and provides a couple of ways to do a check to see if you're in integrity, or out of your authentic alignment.Resources:Marie Forleo Podcast with Martha BeckThe Way of Integrity by Martha Beck

Welcome to Episode 17.Living solo, do you ever find that a lot of what is said in the media, portrayed in television shows and movies, and even assumed in conversations with friends and family about single life isn't all that true?Are you enjoying your solo life, despite friends or family constantly asking if you're seeing anyone, when you're going to start seeing someone, or if you think you'll start seeing someone at some point in the future?During my years of thriving on my own, I've seen those myths that are written and assumed about singles, and I've experienced the cringingly boring question of..."So, are you seeing anyone?" many times before.It was a few years ago when I came across many articles that were backed by research and statistics, were speaking my language and that resonated with me so well...saying that many singles are truly happy being single, that the amount of people choosing to be single is growing, and that no, not all single people are out at the bars all weekend looking for love.The woman who wrote those articles that spoke to my solo heart is none other than social scientist, author, teacher, blogger, TEDx speaker and expert on single life, Bella DePaulo, Ph.D. Today, I'm thrilled to share our recent conversation we had on the podcast.During our conversation, Bella and I discuss:What inspired her to shift her research career to the study of single lifeSome of the biggest myths vs. realities about single lifeThe growing trend of focus on other types of relationshipsAnd my favorite, what it means to be Single At HeartI hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did.Resources:Want to learn more about Bella, keep up with more of her findings, and dive in to other resources that support solo living? Below are some resources to check out:Bella's website:http://www.belladepaulo.com/From Bella's website, the section on singles (click the first link to get to my blogs):http://www.belladepaulo.com/singles-research-writing/For anyone interested in learning more about “single at heart”:http://www.belladepaulo.com/2013/03/single-at-heart-what-do-we-know-about-it/Books:https://medium.com/@BellaDePaulo/badass-single-people-63-books-for-you-430610c032f7?source=friends_link&sk=0b9fc86b3f8c00650cec6923e68fa019Other resources:https://medium.com/@BellaDePaulo/resources-for-single-people-who-are-not-whining-about-being-single-3f9df6e67560?source=friends_link&sk=ccc6e0a765cca583dc643e060b8df896And come leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and if you think you're Single at Heart here:https://www.riselifestrategies.com/thriving-solo-podcast/2021/4/2/17-so-its-not-just-me-a-single-conversation-with-bella-depaulo-phd

Do you got you?Welcome to Episode 16. Isn't it so great to have others in our lives that have our backs? Our friends, family, close acquaintances who we know are there for us?Well, isn't it even better to have our own? In today's episode, I'm discussing what it looks like to have your own back. I hope you join me. And in case you missed it, I'm now on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/jenniferfields)! Come join in on this exclusive community for solo women who want to thrive and live their best lives their way. The community includes more content and live calls that you won't find anywhere else. I have big visions for this group on Patreon, and I look forward to inviting you in!Resources for today's podcast:The Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire ShipmanThe Life Coach School Podcast with Brooke CastilloThriving Solo Community on Patreon

Join Jennifer in today's episode where she gives her take on what it means to truly Thrive Solo (and also what it doesn't btw).Jennifer also announces a slightly new direction for the podcast and the Thriving Solo Community. Learn more at:https://www.patreon.com/jenniferfields

Join Jennifer in for her most candid episode yet. In it she discusses the podcast, the direction of Thriving Solo, coaching and the self-help industry, life and...the permission to do it all your way. How are you feeling about how you go about life? If you’d like to share, I’d love to know. Come share in the comments below at the podcast webpage here: https://www.riselifestrategies.com/thriving-solo-podcast/2021/1/23/14-fck-it-we-ballSubscribe, share, and leave a review! The Thriving Solo Podcast is available wherever podcasts are streaming. SUBSCRIBE:Apple PodcastsSpotifyStitcher

Welcome to the fist podcast episode of 2021. In this episode, Jennifer discusses a bit about what she believes it will take to create the year that you desire. As somewhat of a follow on to Episode 12, Jennifer invites you to look past the letting go of 2020 energy, and focusing forward as who you will be in the year ahead.

Join Jennifer on today's episode as she takes you through 5 steps to release the energy of 2020 so you can get intentional with teeing up your new year.Jennifer also introduces here new Rise and Thrive Membership. For more information, contact Jennifer at jennifer@riselifestrategies.com.

We're Changing the Narrative Welcome to Episode 11 of the Thriving Solo Podcast. In this episode, Jennifer welcomes her next guest, Shani Silver. A writer and podcast host, Shani had a challenging experience with being single, until one day she decided to change her own narrative about her single status in her own mind. Today, she's one of the most respected voices on transforming the way society and single women view their single status. In the episode, they discuss:The common narrative surrounding being single in societyWhat triggered Shani to change the narrative for herself, first, and why she wanted to help change the narrative with other single womenWhat she's experienced while living single and how that will change her future relationshipsHer advice for building strong relationships and community, and how to thrive while living singleAnd much, much more!If you are ready to drop the common narrative about being single and learn the truth about going solo, this episode is for you.Learn more about Shani at:Website: ShaniSilver.comPodcast: A Single Serving PodcastHave you been able to look past the common narrative of living single to thrive in your solo life? I’d love to know, visit the episode webpage and share in the comments below. And subscribe, share, and leave a review! The Thriving Solo Podcast is available wherever podcasts are streaming.And follow the Thriving Solo Podcast on Instagram @thrivingsolopodcastWatch for new episodes every other Saturday.

I'm Outta Here!Welcome to Episode 10 of the Thriving Solo Podcast. In this episode, Jennifer welcomes her first guest, Cepee Tabibian. Co-founder of the website SheHitRefresh.com, host of the She Hit Refresh Podcast, and author of I'm Outta Here! An American's Ultimate Visa Guide to Living in Europe, Cepee left a good, but conventional life in the U.S. at the age of 35 to embark on solo living abroad. Today, she helps women ages 30 and up who want to break free from routine and start a life of travel and living abroad. In the episode, we discuss:How living solo contributed to her decision to go for it and create a new lifestyle.What inspired Cepee to go beyond living a life abroad to creating a community around it.The realities of making friends and creating community in a new country when you're on your own.Her key tips for women who are looking to go for it and live a life abroad alone. And more!If you are ready to add that next level of adventure and experience to your life through solo travel or navigating living abroad solo, this is the episode for you. Learn more about Cepee, She Hit Refresh, and more here:Website: SheHitRefresh.comPodcast: She Hit Refresh PodcastFacebook Group: She Hit Refresh on FacebookBook: I'm Outta Here! An American's Ultimate Visa Guide to Living In Europe

We are in the thick of the holiday season! And let's be honest, for many, this holiday is going to look a little different.Whether it's your first time flying solo over the holidays, or you're looking for some ways to enjoy the season while safe and socially distant, Jennifer provides you some ideas for savoring the season, solo.Know someone else who might be able to use these tips as we head further into the holidays? Share the podcast with them. Enjoying what you heard, please subscribe and rate this podcast on your podcast platform, and let me know what you think on the podcast webpage here: https://www.riselifestrategies.com/thriving-solo-podcastResources:https://www.betterhelp.comhttps://sondermind.com

“Comparison is the fastest way to take all the fun out of life.” - Jen SinceroSeeing acts of comparison and hearing about people’s experiences of comparing themselves to others is something that Jennifer has witnessed often these days. It can be easy to get caught up in what others are doing, especially since people can take in so much information through not only in-person interactions with others, but also through social media.Focusing on the seemingly perfect lives of others can sometimes trigger us to question if we’re living it up enough in our own lives. Our perception of how perfect other people’s lives can be creates a huge illusion that we’re not good enough, that we’re doing something wrong, and that we’ve missed something along the way.Recently, a client asked Jennifer: How do I get over comparing myself to others?The thing is, comparison is real and it's something that we all do. Maybe we can't ever make it completely go away, but there are steps we can take to work through those moments where we find ourselves comparing ourselves to others.In this podcast, Jennifer offers an alternative perspective to comparison, and some suggested action steps to help move you forward. How do you handle moments of comparison? Come share your thoughts at the podcast page here: https://www.riselifestrategies.com/thriving-solo-podcastFollow the Thriving Solo Podcast on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/thrivingsolopodcastAnd subscribe, share, and leave a review! The Thriving Solo Podcast is available wherever podcasts are streaming.

As someone living life solo, do you ever find yourself looking down into a black hole, searching for some semblance of motivation to get you off the couch, showered, dressed, out of the house, let alone moving forward on your dreams? Whether it's the stall of energy due to the waves of 2020, or a challenge that's come up while simply living alone, maintaining motivation when you're living life solo is a topic many of Jennifer's clients have faced recently.In this episode, Jennifer chats about what she's seen in terms of motivation with those living single, and in the year of a global pandemic. She also gives you 10 tips for maintaining motivation that you can use for 2020 and beyond.The Tools, Jeopardy: https://www.thetoolsbook.com/jeopardyHow do you maintain motivation as someone living single, or living alone? Come share you thoughts on the podcast webpage at https://www.riselifestrategies.com/thriving-solo-podcastYou can follow Jennifer on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfields.thrivesolo/And you can follow the podcast's very own Instagram account at:https://www.instagram.com/thrivingsolopodcast/

Self-worth is a big topic these days, and one that seems to rear its head with those living solo. Listen in as Jennifer chats about the area of self-worth, inspired by a recent talk she gave. In this episode, Jennifer discusses:What is commonly known to determine self-worth in society.How we can re-evaluate that to define self-worth for ourselves.How we can develop and strengthen our self-worth to live our lives more confidently, and on our own terms.To connect further:https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfields.thrivesolo/https://www.riselifestrategies.com/thriving-solo-coaching

Living happily solo for a number of years, Jennifer knows what it takes to thrive while living life on one's own. She's also noticed what it looks like when people aren't enjoying living life single, and get into a habit of being lackluster about their solo status.In this episode, Jennifer takes you through 8 steps that she believes can help anyone live their best solo life, and thrive their way.A few links:Bella DePaulo, Ph.D:http://www.belladepaulo.comThriving Solo Coaching Program:https://www.riselifestrategies.com/thriving-solo-coachingContact:jennifer@riselifestrategies.com

Welcome back!After a bit of a hiatus, Jennifer is thrilled to be back to the podcast. In this episode she touches a bit on what kept her away, how life's unexpected twists and turns can affect us, and what we can do to get ourselves back into a state of bliss.

In today's episode, Jennifer welcomes you into the new year and new decade. She shares her personal process for setting intentions to begin the year with a solid foundation for creating your best you.She also shares some insights into the energy she's been receiving for 2020. Contact Jennifer at:jennifer@riselifestrategies.comhttp://riselifestrategies.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfields_riselife/

Seasons change, and we're in the midst of it now. With the welcoming of fall, Jennifer connects the change of seasons with transitions in our lives. And transitions into a new season, into a new situation, or leaving the old behind call for an energy check.Join Jennifer as she gives you her go-tos for managing her energy and ensuring that she's showing up in life as her best self, and feeling it too.Notes:Where Jennifer received her Clairvoyant training - Boulder Psychic Institute Stay in touch:You can follow Jennifer on Instagram @jenniferfields_riselifeYou can sign up for Jennifer's Thriving Solo Newsletter here.

Hello and welcome to the Thriving Solo Podcast.Listen in as your host, Jennifer Fields, invites you into the new world of Thriving Solo. Jennifer share a bit about herself, how this podcast came to be, the growing lifestyle of solo living, and more. Resources from the show:The Growing Power of Single People, in 10 Important Trends by Bella DePaulo, Ph.D.About the Community of Single People on Facebook. Happy Singlehood: The Rising Acceptance and Celebration of Solo Living by Elyakim KislevNo Thanks: Black, Female, and Living in the Martyr-Free Zone by Keturah KendrickSingled Out: How Singles Are Stereotyped, Stigmatized, and Ignored, and Still Live Happily Ever After by Bella DePaulo, Ph.D.Follow Jennifer on Instagram @jenniferfields_riselifeConnect with Jennifer through her website at http://riselifestrategies.com

Hello and welcome to the Thriving Solo Podcast.Listen in as your host, Jennifer Fields, invites you into the new world of Thriving Solo. Jennifer share a bit about herself, how this podcast came to be, the growing lifestyle of solo living, and more. Resources from the show:The Growing Power of Single People, in 10 Important Trends by Bella DePaulo, Ph.D.About the Community of Single People on Facebook. Happy Singlehood: The Rising Acceptance and Celebration of Solo Living by Elyakim KislevNo Thanks: Black, Female, and Living in the Martyr-Free Zone by Keturah KendrickSingled Out: How Singles Are Stereotyped, Stigmatized, and Ignored, and Still Live Happily Ever After by Bella DePaulo, Ph.D.Follow Jennifer on Instagram @jenniferfields_riselifeConnect with Jennifer through her website at http://riselifestrategies.com