My guest on this week's episode of Thrive Solo is the wonderful Toni Evans, a YouTuber and mental health advocate.
Toni shares her personal experiences of midlife resilience, including relationships, her choice to remain single and childfree, and her insights on dealing with a narcissistic ex. Reflecting on her journey of living in Ireland with her parents, Toni talks about finding fulfillment in solitude and maintaining mental tranquility. This episode emphasises the importance of recognising one's agency and creating a joyful and meaningful solo life.
02:15 Guest Introduction: Toni Evans
03:53 Toni's Journey: Relationships and Resilience
09:08 The Best Relationship: Love and Loss
13:00 The Worst Relationship: Narcissistic Abuse
17:06 Red Flags and Narcissism
29:46 The Freedom of Single Life
33:18 The Source of Happiness
36:11 Child-Free by Choice
37:31 Societal Expectations and Personal Choices
46:25 Living with Parents in Ireland
55:58 Single Life Reflections
01:01:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
And thank you so much for listening!