The Daily Pep! | Rebel-Rousing, Encouragement, & Inspiration for Creative & Multi-Passionate Women

1421: The power of 20 percent

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever struggled to lower your expectations or struggled when someone tells you to do a 'good enough' job, this one's for you!I've just launch...

1420: Let's just do the thing! (Reprise!)

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We can give ourselves such a hard time NOT doing the thing, that we forget that DOING the thing is actually easier! So today we're doing the thing and...

1419: The long-term pay off of the boring bits

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎉🎉 Come join the email community! 🎉🎉If you need a reason and a nudge to do the seriously boring and annoying shit, today we're talking abo...

1418: Getting over the fear of the blank page (Throwback Thursday!)

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The idea of starting with a blank page can be pretty scary, so today I want to offer you an antidote to that, that you can come back to time and time ...

1417: A different way to think about your comfort zone

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been around here a while, you'll know I'm not a fan of getting out of your comfort zone just for the sake of it. So for today's episode I'm ...

1416: For when life is life-ing

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're retuning with one of my favourite metaphors as well as one of my favourite sayings, and taking the blame off our own shoulders.The Hope Re...

1415: Celebrating our multipassionate selves

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're doing something a bit different, and we're celebrating our multipassionate selves and national ampersand day!The Hope Revival is here and ...

1414: To choose or not to choose (Reprise!)

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're diving into the idea of consciously choosing not to do something, and giving yourself a huge permission slip!The Hope Revival is here and ...

1413: Don't give it all to your future self (Throwback Thursday!)

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we’re truly busy, but other times we’re busy for busy’s sake, because that’s what we feel we have to do. Today I’m inviting you to...

1412: Let’s go down the rabbit holes

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is a permission slip to reclaim your time, and focus on curiosity, not optimisation.💃 Click here to find out more information on ...

1411: Let's choose your word!

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re playing with the idea of setting an anchor for the rest of the year!💃 Click here to find out more information on the final round of O...

1410: A slightly different question for a Monday

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

So often Monday comes around before we even know it. So today's episode is an invitation to take a pause, check-in with yourself, and face the week ah...

1409: Tie a bow around your week! (Reprise!)

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're looking at a practical way for rounding off the week and acknowledging what we have done.💃 Click here to find out more information on t...

1408: On being the best version of you (Throwback Thursday!)

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever felt the pressure to be the best version of you, this one's for you.💃 Click here to find out more information on the final round of ...

1407: Get back on the horse!

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's Daily Pep! is your nudge to get back on the horse!💃 Click here to find out more information on the final round of One Woman Band Club! | Si...

1406: Fairy lights and non-negotiables

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is all about embracing our quirks and our needs, and letting go of other people's judgements.💃 Click here to find out more informat...

1405: Perfectionism meets Summer funk

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we can put all the pressure on Summer to meet all of our needs and tick all of the boxes. If you're coming to the end of the season feeling ...

1404: Give yourself credit (Summer Break!)

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're so good at dismissing our successes and achievements, and today we're turning that on its head! Want to get unstuck and have some me-time? Chec...

1403: Your life, your way (Summer Break!)

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today - courtesy of a bizarre video about making green eggs - we're diving into living life by our own terms. Want to get unstuck and have some me-ti...

1402: A Wednesday invitation (Summer Break!)

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been feeling like things could do with a bit of a shake up lately, then today’s episode is for you.Want to get unstuck and have some me-...

1401: On giving yourself what you need (Summer Break!)

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's so easy to disregard our needs as luxuries, versus the necessities they are, and that's exactly what we're diving into today!Want to get unstuck ...

1400: You don't have to have all the hobs on (Summer Break!)

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we’re truly busy, but other times we’re busy for busy’s sake, because that’s what we feel we have to do. Today I’m inviting you to...

1399: We're not aiming to be perfect (Summer Break!)

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We know perfection doesn't exist but we still hold ourselves up to impossibly high standards. Today's episode is a reminder that you might be closer t...

1398: Break things down (Summer Break!)

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Things always take so much longer than we think they will, and today we're diving into why, and what you can do about it!Want to get unstuck and have ...

1397: An unconventional take on blooming (Summer Break!)

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of the time we associate blooming with things looking good on the outside, but today we’re diving into the more subtle side of what it means t...

1396: Enter gentle beast mode! (Summer Break!)

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve discussed before here on The Daily Pep! the idea of fluffy days, maintenance mode, and beast mode. But what if there was an extra, more compas...

1395: Lightening the load (and choosing a new book) (Summer Break!)

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you need a permission slip to finally let go of that one to-do list item that you've been carrying on for eons, or to finally give up on the book y...

1394: Let's honour what we have done (Summer Break!)

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re anything like me, you probably end the week beating yourself up with everything you haven’t got done. So today, let’s flip that on it’...

1393: You are not boring (Summer Break!)

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We are all intrigued by the creative process of other people but so often we assume no one would be interest in our own process. Today I'm encouraging...

1392: A sassy hump day pep talk (Summer Break!)

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Find the things that inspire you and don't judge them. Today I'm sharing my love of 90s chick flick running scenes and taking the guilt out of guilty ...

1391: Don't judge what inspires you (Summer Break!)

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Find the things that inspire you and don't judge them. Today I'm sharing my love of 90s chick flick running scenes and taking the guilt out of guilty ...

1390: How can you make it more fun? (Summer Break!)

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all have big to-do lists, so today I’m asking how we can make it more fun? And if you’re dealing with hard things, I’ve got a reframe for you...

1389: Curiosity is your superpower (Summer Break!)

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To wrap up the week, today’s episode is a permission slip to help weekend you approach things with a little more compassion.Check out The Hope Reviv...

1388: You can't live completely outside your comfort zone (Summer Break!)

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We've all been told that the magic happens outside your comfort zone, but today we're diving into the things you actually need in order to chase your ...

1387: The one thing you need to hear today (Summer Break!)

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm raising a massive mug of tea to YOU. If you need encouragement to keep going, this one's for you.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion ...

1386: Change one little thing (Summer Break!)

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to creating a life we love, or moving towards the person we want to be, it can be tempting to throw everything at the wall. This episode...

1385: A Monday quest! (Summer Break!)

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're kicking off the week with an important reminder that our self-worth is never connected to our productivity, as well as a Monday choose your own ...

1384: Happy f*ck it Friday!

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To round off this week on The Daily Pep! I'm bringing back an old favourite phrase of mine. Happy weekend!✨ Check out the Hope Revival here!✨  | ...

1383: On living your best life (Throwback Thursday!)

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever felt the idea of living your best life feels like a lot of pressure, and sometimes very hard, this one's for you.✨ Check out the Hope...

1382: Let’s start with dessert!

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is inspired by the wonderful Barbra Streisand, and we're taking an unconventional approach to getting sh*t done!✨ Check out the Hope...

1381: In praise of sh*tty photos

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For today's episode we're exploring the magic in the mundane, and the power of capturing the boring!✨ Check out the Hope Revival here!✨  | Sign u...

1380: A compassionate approach to trying your best

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if trying your best isn't a fixed point, and you met yourself where you are? That's what we're kicking off the week with on today's episode!✨ C...

1379: In praise of imperfect hope

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Together we're rebelling against perfectionism, getting out of our own heads and finding easy ways to make the world a brighter place.✨ Check out th...

1378: Do something for future you (Throwback Thursday!)

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we're coming to the end of the week, there's usually a couple of things we meant to get done, that we just haven't. Today's episode is a pep talk t...

1377: A hopeful hump day reminder

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For a lot of us, feeling hopeless can feel really hard and kick off an existential crisis. If you can relate, this one’s for you.Sign up for my week...

1376: On keeping your own light lit

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For today's episode we're diving into why keeping your own light lit is the opposite of selfish, and leaning into what we know works for us.Sign up fo...

1375: Hope is not some fluffy thing

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're kicking off Hope Week here on the Daily Pep! by remembering just how important hope is, and reclaiming it in a pessimistic world. Sign up for m...

1374: Accept the mess

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎉🎉 Want some clarity for the next half of the year? Check out The Halfway Huddle Workbook!🎉🎉To wrap up this week's Daily Pep, I'm remindin...

1373: Build a life YOU love (Throwback Thursday!)

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎉🎉 Want some clarity for the next half of the year? Check out The Halfway Huddle Workbook!🎉🎉If you've ever been called flaky or struggled...

1372: An important hump day reminder (Reprise!)

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎉🎉 Looking for a mid-year boost? Then check out the The Halfway Huddle Workbook!🎉🎉If you need a reminder that no one can do you, like you ...

1371: This one’s for all us time optimists!

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If, like me, your perception of time is a little bit wonky, today's episode is a very compassionate reality check! Looking for a mid-year boost? Then ...

1370: Give yourself room at the table

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re kicking this week off with perhaps a confronting, but very helpful question that many of us can struggle with.If you're looking for a mi...

1369: Remove the unnecessary steps

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Inspired by my view while recording this episode, today we're identifying our own unnecessary steps.If you want to have some quality time with yoursel...

1368: Growth vs fixed mindset (Throwback Thursday!)

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest myths we face as creatives is this idea of innate skill or talent. We feel like we’re either born with it or we’re not. Today I...

1367: You matter (even when it’s inconvenient)

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a bit silly, but it's pretty damn powerful!If you want to have some quality time with yourself where you give yourself a confidence...

1366: Get the crumbs out

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to let go of old priorities and lighten your load!If you want to have some quality time with yourself where you give yourself a confidence b...

1365: Outgrowing past versions of ourselves

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For today's Daily Pep, we're diving into outgrowing past versions of ourselves and why that's not only valid, but to be expected!Sign up for my weekly...

1364: In defence of rabbit holes

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This one’s for you if you’ve ever felt or been called flaky. Let’s ditch the guilt around unfinished projects and rabbit holes, and celebrate be...

1363: Be fabulously you (Throwback Thursday!)

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You don't have to make yourself smaller to make someone else feel bigger, or make yourself fit into a box to make someone else feel comfortable. Today...

1362: Let’s add some joy!

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re getting practical! I’ve got a fun quest to give you some hope over the next couple of months.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellio...

1361: An unconventional take on comparison

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you beat yourself up when it comes to comparison/jealousy, today we’re using our own curiosity as a superpower!Sign up for my weekly Letters of R...

1360: Just get the f*cker done!

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t do it to be productive, don’t do it for anybody else, do it for you.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! | A transcript of this episo...

1359: Save some you for you!

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re challenging the pressure to finish strong and taking a rebellious, compassionate approach to the weekend!Sign up for my weekly Letters o...

1358: Stop holding yourself to impossible standards (Throwback Thursday!)

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's so easy to imagine that we're the only ones that haven't got it all figured out. Today, we're flipping that on its head.Sign up for my weekly Let...

1357: What if it actually goes okay?

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This one is for my fellow catastrophisers and would-be excellent health and safety officers!Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! | A transcript...

1356: You don’t have to do it all

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If your to-do list is haunting you and you’re ready to give up some of the shame/guilt, today’s episode is for you!Sign up for my weekly Letters o...

1355: Let’s find ourselves some satisfaction

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re kicking off this week with an area that’s often overlooked, and massively underestimated when it comes to building motivation.Sign up for my...

1354: Take the side door

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re finding it hard to get started, or resistance is getting in your way, I’ve got a side quest for you this weekend!Sign up for my weekly L...

1353: A remarkable reminder (Throwback Thursday!)

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a world where it's so easy to compare yourself to others, today I have just the antidote for that.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! | A t...

1352: A compassionate check-in

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you keep finding yourself at the bottom of your to-do-list, this one’s for you!Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! | A transcript of this...

1351: Use your good stuff!

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're ditching the pressure to be 'ready’, and leaning into the joy of using our best stuff!Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! | A t...

1350: It's okay to be grumpy

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This Monday on the Daily Pep! we’re embracing the art of showing up imperfectly and learning why sometimes not fixing everything is the kindest thin...

1349: You're a competent sailor!

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you ever forget just how resilient and resourceful you are, today’s episode is your reminder that you’re more equipped than you might think you...

1348: You can handle it (Throwback Thursday!)

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A little while ago I started reading Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers, and I want to share something that feels pretty relevant right n...

1347: You don’t have to fix the whole boat

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you struggle with nonstop self-improvement, then today's episode is for you! Let's take the pressure off, give ourselves space to tinker as we go A...

1346: Choppy waters and non-negotiables

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're continuing with this week's nautical theme with a focus on rusty anchors, and keeping ourselves afloat.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellio...

1345: Adjust your sails

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're kicking off this week with some good old Dolly Parton wisdom!Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! | A transcript of this episode is avail...

1344: A Friday check-in with your future self

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re making space for small wins, gentle self-reflection, and a tiny act of kindness for next week’s you!Sign up for my weekly Letters of R...

1343: When life takes you off course (Throwback Thursday!)

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We start off with a destination in mind, and we start thinking of our route, our game plan and how we’re going to get there. That in and of itself i...

1342: One of my favourite pieces of old wisdom

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing an adage I adore, and three ways it can help us. I hope this episode finds you when you most need it!Sign up for my weekly Letters o...

1341: Putting progress over perfection into action

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you ever feel like everything you do needs a tangible outcome, or you find it hard to make time for yourself, this one's for you!Sign up for my wee...

1340: Let's get our f*cks in a row! (Reprise!)

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m asking you an important question based on something I wrote in my journal!Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion!About Meg & The D...

1339: When in doubt, try this...

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To wrap up the week I’m sharing a low-pressure way to get clearer on making that decision!Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! | A transcript...

1338: What if the answer's right under your nose? (Throwback Thursday!)

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we completely dismiss the most simple solution because we're so used to thinking outside the box, but what if the answer is actually right u...

1337: Pros, cons and gut feelings

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re exploring why your intuition deserves a spot at the decision making table.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! | A transcript of ...

1336: Trusting your gut

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we're reminding ourselves that our decisions don’t need to make sense to anyone else but us.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Reb...

1335: Permission to not have it all figured out

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If the pressure to have everything figured out is overwhelming, then today’s episode is a permission slip for you.Sign up for my weekly Letters of R...

1334: The gift of unexpected joy

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re quick to lift up friends but slow to treat yourself with the same care, this episode is your reminder to soak up a little of your own wond...

1333: This one's for all us people pleasers (Throwback Thursday!)

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Courtesy of The Curse of Lovely by Jacqui Marson, today's episode explores a fabulous starting point for saying no. Sign up for my weekly Letters of ...

1332: Flavours of hard

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever felt broken for struggling with things that seem easy for others, this pep talk is your reminder that you’re wonderfully human - ju...

1331: The courage to prioritise yourself

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever felt like your needs come last, then this episode is your reminder to claim your space and celebrate what truly matters to you!Sign u...

1330: Giving yourself permission to take up space

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re fighting the urge to minimise our needs and dreams, and embracing the courage it takes to let ourselves want more.Sign up for my weekly ...

1329: Find your weekly lesson!

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're diving into how we can take a scavenger hunt approach to building a life we love!Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! | A transcrip...

1328: You're allowed to change your mind (Throwback Thursday!)

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Embrace your stubborn nature, but remember - you're allowed to go back on your decisions.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion! | A transcript of...

1327: In praise of wonky attempt and new recipes!

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we're diving into why messy first tries are worth celebrating, and the power of having an imperfect starting points.Sign up for my...

1326: Maybe it's time to pick up your shovel

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re sick of trying to bloom where you're planted, today's episode is all about giving yourself permission to shake things up and find a place ...

1325: Blooming in unlikely places

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re exploring how to find pockets of joy and opportunities right where you are—even if it’s not where you hoped to be! Sign up for my we...

1324: It doesn't always have to be new-new!

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a spark of inspiration and you want to tend to your curiosity (or even your inner child), today's episode is for you!Sign up for...

1323: You get to harvest the crops (Throwback Thursday!)

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We spend so much time focusing on working hard and planting the seeds, that it's hard to even realise those seeds started growing. Today we're taking ...

1322: A counter-intuitive approach to problem solving

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you feel like you're just too close to the problem, or you're sick of thinking about it and not finding helpful solutions, I've got a slightly rand...