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

1223: Tiny pockets of joy (Throwback Thursday!)

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're slowing down, and finding the small moments to treasure along the way. **Doors are open for the next round of One Woman Band Club! Click ...

1222: No one has it all together (Reprise!)

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you feel like you're the only one without your ish together, listen up - you’re in company! **Doors are open for the next round of One Woman Band...

1221: Nothing in nature blooms all year round

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re doubling down on yesterday’s message on not expecting ourself to finish the year strong.**Doors are open for the next round of One Wom...

1220: F*ck the last minute sprint!

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As we start to approach the end of the year, there can be a huge amount of pressure to put our foot on the gas, so today I’m sharing a quote that’...

1219: What would be fulfilling? (Reprise!)

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I've got a question for you to round off this week! Here's to focusing on what we did do rather than what we didn't do. *Sign up for my weekly Letters...

1218: Stop comparing yourself to fantasies (Throwback Thursday!)

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's a sassy one about the problem with comparison! It's so easy to compare our own imperfect lives to the lives of others. Sign up for my weekly L...

1217: Your inner critic is exhausting (Reprise!)

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk a lot around here about how hard we are on ourselves and how loud our inner critic can be. Today we're coming at it from a different angle! Si...

1216: You're doing more than you know (Reprise!)

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you need a reminder that you're doing alright, listen up! Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion here!   About Meg & The Daily Pep! I’m ...

1215: A pep talk to start the week! (Reprise!)

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a boost, listen and know it was meant for you. Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion here!   About Meg & The Daily Pep...

1214: Putting yourself back into the equation (Reprise!)

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s this saying that if you try to please everyone you’ll end up pleasing no one. And today we’re coming at it from a completely different a...

1213: What if the answer's right under your nose? (Throwback Thursday!)

14 Nov 2024

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...

1212: Here's how you can give yourself a win today (Reprise!)

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We spend so much time beating ourselves up over what we haven't done, and it can be so disheartening. Today I'm sharing a way to give yourself a win a...

1211: Rest does not need to be earned (Reprise!)

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a reminder that we can get far more done with self compassion than self criticism.Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion here! ...

1210: One small change (Reprise!)

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the nights draw in, things can start to feel a bit more difficult and a bit more same-y. So today we're leaning into the power of making one small ...

1209: Permission to enjoy your creativity (Reprise!)

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m sharing with you a really helpful tool for not only capturing your ideas but enjoying your ideas too, with no pressure to make them happen...

1208: You are not boring (Throwback Thursday!)

07 Nov 2024

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...

1207: You are worthy, right now (Reprise!)

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of The Daily Pep!, we're talking all about how you don't need to be your idealised self to be worthy. Sign up for my weekly Letters...

1206: A powerful question

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode is an important question to ask yourself this Tuesday. Let’s break out the fine china, our best dress and celebrate ourselves! *Th...

1205: Find the tiny moments of joy

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re kick starting the new week with a challenge that runs counterintuitive to so much of the productivity advice we hear, but is SO important! *Th...

1204: Maybe it's not the season

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you're feeling like you're pushing the same boulder up the same hill day after day, today I've got a different perspective that might help! The Reb...

1203: Some sparkle for your day (Throwback Thursday!)

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today sassy Meg is out in all her glory! If you need a confidence boost, this one's for you! *The Rebel Rousers Pop Up store is now open (for a limite...

1202: A sassy hump day pep talk

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of the things we all excel at is getting in our own way. So if you you're in need of a firm pep talk, listen up!*The Rebel Rousers Pop Up store is...

1201: Eat birthday cake for breakfast

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you need a reminder that you get to do things your own way, this one's for you!*The Rebel Rousers Pop Up store is now open (for a limited time only...

1200: Make your best guess

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing a reminder that I very much need to hear - that your best guess is good enough, and you can move ahead without 100% certainty. *The ...

1199: A quick check-in (Reprise!)

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you're feeling super un-motivated, ask yourself this first.  Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion here! About Meg & The Daily Pep! I’m...

1198: You don't have to always give your whole self to the world (Throwback Thursday!)

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You have so much value to give the world. But it’s completely up to you how much you give and how you give it: that’s your decision alone. That's ...

1197: Gather more data

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to change, making a decision or facing a crossroads, there's only so much we can do just thinking about it. Today I'm giving you a chall...

1196: On being proud of yourself

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re flipping the script on our inner dreamsh*tters, and singing our own praises!   Want to get unstuck and have some me-time? Check out the...

1195: Arguing with your art supplies

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s pep talk is inspired by the argument I’m having my art supplies, and what I’m doing about it.  Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebelli...

1194: Finding joy in the things you used to love (Reprise!)

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm giving you full permission to dive into the things that bring you joy, no matter how silly they are, or how long it's been since you've done...

1193: The opposite of yes (Reprise!)

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're looking at the flip side of saying yes and what it tends to mean for our empathetic, big-hearted selves. Want to get unstuck and have some...

1192: What can you do for yourself right now? (Reprise!)

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we've been talking about our future and past selves, today we're looking at what you can do for you right now. Want to get unstuck and have ...

1191: The courage to walk away (Reprise!)

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We often see courage as pushing on, keeping going despite the odds. But in today's episode we look at courage from another angle. Want to get unstuck ...

1190: In praise of the slower route (Reprise!)

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're always thinking of how to do things faster and more efficiently. Today we're diving into the gifts of slowing down, and the things we miss when ...

1189: Harvest your inner wisdom

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're all about seasonal creativity around here, and today we're harvesting the gems that we might not know exist. 🍁 🎉 The annual Creative Harv...

1188: Break things down (Throwback Thursday!)

10 Oct 2024

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 ...

1187: Use your beginning as motivation

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's so easy just to stare down the finish line, that we forget some of the most helpful motivation can come from the start. My annual Creative Harves...

1186: Throwing glitter at the messy middle

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Often, the messy middle sounds better than it feels. So today we're flipping it on its head, and taking another look!My annual Creative Harvest Worksh...

1185: Let’s rebrand starting

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re diving into all things creative process, and today I’m sharing a helpful strategy that I use with my coaching clients and myself, ...

1184: F*ck lemonade!

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We don’t always have to make lemonade from the lemons! Today we’re wrapping up the week with a hearty middle-finger to ‘good vibes only’.  Si...

1183: Your creative style will change (Throwback Thursday!)

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're debunking the myth that your creative style has to stay the same, and diving into how your creative voice evolves as you do!Want to get un...

1182: An important hump day reminder

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you need a reminder that no one can do you, like you do you, then listen up!Want to get unstuck and have some me-time? Check out the Solo Adventure...

1181: Some questions to power your projects

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Big dreams and big projects can power us on, filling us with purpose. But sometimes, they can become daunting and build resentment when we don't get t...

1180: Let's think about the long term

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Something that's helped me in planning my own life, and a lot of the people I work with, is the idea of alternating calendars. That's what we're divin...

1179: You don't have to earn fun time

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re wrapping up this week with a loving (and fun) challenge! Want to get unstuck and have some me-time? Check out the Solo Adventures!   About Me...

1178: On living your best life (Throwback Thursday!)

26 Sep 2024

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. Want to get unstuck a...

1177: You are growing (whether you feel like it or not)

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy hump day! Today we’re giving ourselves a midweek boost, and a loving reminder on our growth. Want to get unstuck and have some me-time? Check ...

1176: You can do it, part 2

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We can often be haunted by the ghosts of projects past, and create stories to trick ourselves into thinking we’re people who don’t get things done...

1175: You can do it, part 1

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re kicking this week off on The Daily Pep! with an important reminder. Want to get unstuck and have some me-time? Check out the Solo Adventures! ...

1174: On finding your wins, and arbitrary goals

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m talking about how freezing my tits off taught me to rethink what can sometimes be arbitrary goals! Miss your daily dose of rebel rousing o...

1173: Two words that help most situations (Throwback Thursday!)

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m sharing two words I return to time and time again when I need a dose of courage or to let something go. Fancy some quality time with yours...

1172: A Wednesday invitation

18 Sep 2024

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-...

1171: 3 tips for hardcore resistance

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If the resistance is real for getting things done, then today’s episode is for you! Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion here!   About Meg &a...

1170: Let's just do the thing

16 Sep 2024

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...

1169: Make your own game

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As Kacey Musgraves sings, "you're damned if you do, and you're if you don't, so you might as well do whatever you want." And we're seriously leaning i...

1168: I know you know this (Throwback Thursday!)

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're diving into head knowledge (what we know intellectually) and heart knowledge (knowing something in our bones.)** Sign up for my weekly Let...

1167: It’s okay to change your mind

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m sharing what I’m learning about changing your mind, and sunken cost fallacy.    Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion here!   Ab...

1166: Let’s hear it for imperfect action

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes the most counterintuitive things are the most helpful. Today I’m sharing something that’s been a big game changer for me!   Registratio...

1165: What do you need in this season?

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s so good to be back! Today we’re diving into this next season, and the rest of the year.   Check out 100 Days of Compassionate Productivity h...

1164: You DO have a superpower (yes, you!) (Summer reprise!)

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been listening to this week's episodes about having a superpower and zone of genius and you don't think you have one, think again!   The Da...

1163: Use your good ideas! (Summer reprise!)

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you ever feel like you've got too many ideas with too little time, or too little time to have a lot of good ideas - this episode's for you.   The ...

1162: 3 ways to improve your to-do list (Summer reprise!)

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a practical one and we're diving into ways to make your to-do list more compassionate and work for YOU!   The Daily Pep! is taking...

1161: You CAN do it (Summer reprise!)

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you need a boost of motivation and a reminder that you're on the right track, this is it.   The Daily Pep! is taking a Summer break, so in the mea...

1160: Can't be bothered? Try this (Summer reprise!)

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you feel like you can't be bothered, I've got something that might help! (And remember, you are certainly not alone!)   The Daily Pep! is taking a...

1159: Go do the nice thing (Summer reprise!)

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered why you put off doing things you’re really looking forward to, or things that you know will make you feel better? I think the...

1158: You get to harvest the crops (Summer reprise!)

29 Aug 2024

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 ...

1157: Tips for building a creative practice (Summer reprise!)

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re thinking of starting a new project, or working on building a regular creative practice, this one's for you!   The Daily Pep! is taking a ...

1156: Your passions don't have to make sense (Summer reprise!)

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Part of the magic of being a multi-passionate person, is that when you put all of your interest, hobbies and passions side by side, they create this c...

1155: Permission slips to start the week (Summer reprise!)

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As creative women, often the biggest pressure we face comes from ourselves. So today I'm debunking myths and sharing 5 permission slips to help you ge...

1154: Rediscover the things you used to love (Summer reprise!)

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When I was younger, I was obsessed with reading, but as I got older, life got in the way. Today's pep talk is the reminder you need to go do the thing...

1153: What would you be glad you did? (Summer reprise!)

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Regret can be a really helpful way of reflecting on our lives, but it can also make us feel pretty powerless. Today I'm sharing a brighter reframe to ...

1152: Celebrate your small wins (Summer reprise!)

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m sharing a way to build momentum without burnout! When we think of achieving our goals, we think of the huge things that need to be done, b...

1151: Stop moving the goal posts (Summer reprise!)

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When was the last time you actually celebrated something you achieved instead of berating yourself for not being further along already? What if you st...

1150: You don't have to have all the hobs on (Summer reprise!)

19 Aug 2024

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...

1149: What are you going to do to celebrate? (Summer reprise!)

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We all struggle with acknowledging our wins and our successes, so this Friday we're turning that around!   The Daily Pep! is taking a Summer break, s...

1148: Something you probably need to hear (Summer reprise!)

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing from the heart something I think we all need to hear right now.   The Daily Pep! is taking a Summer break, so in the meantime enjoy...

1147: An unexpected way to get creatively unstuck (Summer reprise!)

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest gifts you can give to your creativity is to put constraints around it, no matter how counter-intuitive it may seem. That’s what w...

1146: An important question about your to-do list (Summer Reprise!)

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's so easy to feel overwhelmed by all the things we need to do and all the things we haven't done. Today I'm asking a question that will help to fli...

1145: It’s a life thing, not a you thing (Summer reprise!)

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re starting this week off with a reminder that life is messy, and that’s not your fault. If you’re feeling stretched, behind or overwhelmed, ...

1144: Work with where you're at right now (Summer Reprise!)

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

So often we delay our dreams for some mythical version of us in the future, but what we neglect is that we already have so much of what we need right ...

1143: You may be quick for a reason (Summer Reprise!)

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever discounted something you've done because you did it too fast, this one's for you!   The Daily Pep! is taking a Summer break, so in the...

1142: Here's to naming spiders (Summer Reprise!)

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is brought to you by Bob the Spider! Today we're diving into the power of naming our fears.   The Daily Pep! is taking a Summer break, s...

1141: Taking our own advice

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm sharing a reminder that I most need to hear, and permission to not know all the answers!   Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion h...

1140: A Monday quest! (Reprise!)

05 Aug 2024

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 ...

1139: Listen to your heart (Reprise!)

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pros and cons lists can only take you so far, today we're diving into decisions that don't make logical sense. Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebell...

1138: You can't be on top form all the time (Throwback Thursday!)

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you need a reminder to be kinder to yourself and be a whole lot less hard on yourself, this is it!   Sign up for my weekly Letters of Rebellion he...

1137: Find what works for you (Reprise!)

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to doing things you don’t want to do, sometimes you have to think outside the box! Today I’m sharing something that really works for...

1136: It's okay to do something for you (Reprise!)

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It can be hard to justify spending time on ourselves, so if that's something you've been dealing with lately - this one's for you.Sign up for my weekl...

1135: A question to guide you this week (Reprise!)

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Around here, we rile against toxic productivity, and today we’re redefining what makes a successful week and putting ourselves back into the equatio...

1134: Give it five minutes

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If like me you are a wizard at worrying, today we're exercising a different part of our brains and doing something different! Doors to the September r...

1133: Let's interrupt your inner critic! (Throwback Thursday!)

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you're being too hard on yourself, and your inner critic is really loud, this one's for you.Doors to the September round of One Woman Band close TO...

1132: A sassy one about dreamsh*tters

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing some helpful ways to deal with external dreamsh*tters, as well as a massive permission slip to only share what you want to share (wi...

1131: Follow the intuitive nudges

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we get a hankering to do something and have no idea why. In a world that values specialists over multi-passionates, it's so easy to dismiss ...

1130: Do your dreams and goals still make sense for you?

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's so easy to chase goals you set a long time ago without checking if they're still aligned or if you still even want them. So today we're doing a q...

1129: On having our own backs

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's so easy to have faith in others, yet so hard to have faith in ourselves. So grab a post-it-note, Monday you has some advice they need to hear! 🐣...

1128: Tiptoeing into finding our people

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wherever we are on our journey into creating a life we love, we can ask ourselves 'is it just me'? Today we're going through some strategies to do jus...

1127: Flexible structure for rebels

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Although we often rebel against structure, (even if we set it ourselves) if we can find the right amount of flexibility - we can thrive!**The doors to...

1126: Non-scary accountability

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Accountability, as scary as it might sound, can be invaluable in getting sh*t done. Today I share a little about my experience with it, and how it can...

1125: On Mondays, we set intentions (+ a fun invite!)

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Instead of starting Mondays feeling scattered and behind, let’s take a positive approach, and get our ducks and f*cks in a row. The One Woman Band O...

1124: A sassy one about your time and energy

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I firmly believe our time and our energy are two of the most precious things we have, and today's episode is a rallying cry to protect them fiercely! ...