the pepetoe blog.

by elena overfield

Home of Pepetoe. The blog on wellness, recovery, life and honest conversations.

New here? Pepetoe started as my personal blog and has grown into a space for honest conversations around recovery, self-love and life.

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Eating Disorder Awareness Week

23rd Feb – 1st March | 2026

On Sunday 24th May I will be running the Edinburgh Half Marathon in aid of BEAT Eating Disorders UK. Not as a way to punish my body, but as a way to give back to an incredible charity, and to celebrate what my body can do. Any donations are greatly appreciated and will go directly to BEAT through my JustGiving link.

Recent Blog Posts

Being Mean Must Be Exhausting: The Art of Not Taking It Personally

Have you ever found yourself overthinking someone’s sudden change in behaviour towards you? Maybe they’ve become cold, distant, or outright rude, and you’re left wondering what you did wrong. In this post, we’re exploring why other people’s negativity often says more about them than it does about you, the difference between understanding someone’s pain and…

The Fox and the Things We Never Say

The fox is one of the quietest characters in The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse, yet he may have the most to teach us. In this reflective essay, I explore how silence can be a sign of hurt, healing, resilience, and unspoken courage. Through the fox’s journey, we’re reminded that not everyone…

The Characters We All Carry Within Us

The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse by Charlie Mackesy is far more than a beautifully illustrated book. It’s a profound exploration of friendship, self-worth, vulnerability, and what it means to be human. In this reflective review, I explore the deeper meaning behind each character and the life lessons they represent, from the…

Setbacks, Failures and Injuries

I was supposed to be running the Edinburgh Half Marathon in a few weeks. Instead, I’m dealing with a meniscus tear, months of ignored pain, and the emotional reality of stepping back from something I worked so hard for. This is about injuries, setbacks, recovery, and learning when to finally stop pushing through.

About the Author

Elena Overfield, author and creator behind what was once Pepetoe, is passionate about sharing tips and tricks on how to become your best self.
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