Category: wellness
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The Pressure to Always Be “Better”: Rethinking Self-Improvement
In this post, I discuss the constant pressure of societal expectations and the desire to fit in. The blog emphasises that these pressures are often fabricated and I encourage readers to embrace your individuality. Everyone is unique and already fits in, so celebrate your own achievements without chasing unrealistic standards.
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The Weird, Wonderful Feeling of Reclaiming Old Passions
This is a full-circle moment. After years of letting hockey and writing fade away—especially during my eating disorder—recovery has slowly brought them back into my life. Picking up these hobbies again feels like reconnecting with my younger self, offering her the love and attention she never fully received. It’s strange, nostalgic, and healing all at…
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Slow Down This September: Coming Back To Your True Self
September carries a gentle reminder: it’s okay to slow down. After the long, busy days of summer, this new season offers us a chance to breathe, reflect, and return to what truly matters. Instead of rushing forward on autopilot, September invites us to pause and reconnect: with ourselves, our routines, and the world around us.…
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Finding Identity Beyond Productivity
A blog post by Pepetoe. The Productivity Trap From school to work to social media, we’re constantly reminded of the value of being productive. We’re praised for ticking things off our to-do lists, hustling through long days, and achieving more than what’s “expected.” For many of us, productivity has become more than just a measure…
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Podcast Episode: Summer Updates | Recovery, Social Life, Hobbies
Life Updates, Accountability & Asking for Help It’s been a while since I’ve sat down to write here—or even chatted with you over on the podcast. Life has been busy these past few months, and I wanted to take a moment to catch up with you all. As you know, I value honesty and vulnerability,…
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Why We Push People Away When We Want Them The Most
You finally have what you thought you wanted. Someone who sees you. Who texts back. Who makes you laugh. Who listens. Who loves you even when you’re messy and unsure and figuring things out. Someone who doesn’t make you question your worth, who doesn’t keep you guessing, who’s just… kind. And still, a part of…
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Why I’m Not Available 24/7 Anymore
There used to be a time when I thought being constantly available meant being a good person. Quick to respond. Always reachable. Always “on.” Whether it was a text from a friend, a DM from a new follower, or an email about work, I was there. I prided myself on being the reliable one. The…
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Choosing Peace Over Prestige: My Career Reset
It’s officially been over one week into my new job, and I thought I’d share a little something about this. On Pepetoe I speak quite a lot about work, and of course update all my lovely readers and my recent happenings, but I still feel like this is an important post to share. Over the…
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