In this episode, we’re joined by our friend Jess for an honest, unfiltered conversation about dating in your 30s.

We talk about what it’s really like to break free after a long-term relationship, step back into dating, navigate apps, set boundaries and figure out what you actually want — especially when children, independence and self-reliance are part of the conversation.

Jess shares her personal story of a long-distance relationship that led to a life-changing move, and together we open up about the challenges, freedom and emotional shifts that come with singlehood in your 30s.

We also talk about societal pressure, expectations around motherhood and relationships, and how learning to choose yourself can be both terrifying and empowering.

This episode is honest, reflective and full of real talk — for anyone dating later in life, starting again, or questioning the “rules” we’ve all been taught to follow.

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In this episode, we recap a recent winter getaway to the Lake District with four kids and all the highs and lows that come with travelling as a family. From a beautiful cabin stay and little moments of calm to rainy days, closed attractions and the general chaos of travelling with children, we share what the trip was really like.

We talk about the realities of holidays with little ones. The long journeys, the packing, the disrupted routines and the emotional ups and downs, especially when you’re navigating it all as a single parent. While trips like this aren’t always relaxing, they often create the kind of memories and confidence that make it all worth it.

We finish by chatting about upcoming plans, future trips, and what’s coming next for the podcast. If you think you’d be a great guest on Thriving & Surviving or have a story you’d love to share, please email thrivingandsurviving.pod@gmail.com

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In this episode, we open up about our own experiences with online trolling and abuse and the reality of what it’s like to be on the receiving end of it. From nasty comments and fake accounts to the emotional impact it can have behind the scenes, we talk honestly about how it’s affected us and how we’ve learned to deal with it.

We share the coping tools that have helped us most, including mindset shifts, gratitude, blocking, muting and setting firm boundaries online, and why protecting your peace has to come first. We also talk about resilience, community, and the importance of having people around you who get it and have your back.

The conversation naturally leads into wider concerns around social media, influencer culture, and the impact all of this can have, especially on children and young people. We chat about using platforms more responsibly, knowing when to step back, and remembering there’s a real human on the other side of the screen.

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