The Slow Lane

Nicole Peter
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The Slow Lane is a space for women who want to build a big, abundant life without hustle, burnout or abandoning themselves. nicolepeter.substack.com

  1. Building Petal Fever: Big Expansive Energy & Angry Birds

    1D AGO

    Building Petal Fever: Big Expansive Energy & Angry Birds

    This week on The Slow Lane, I’m sharing a huge milestone in the Petal Fever journey because I officially chose the fabric for Drop One… and the second I felt it in my hands, it was a full body yes. We’re talking custom colours, fit samples, manufacturing updates, closing the early access list at 150 women, networking with incredible female founders, and what it feels like to finally step into work that feels deeply aligned. Also, apparently I’m being hunted by birds now, so there’s that too. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nicolepeter.substack.com/subscribe

    11 min
  2. Building Petal Fever: I’m Not Playing It Safe - Fabric Truths, Big Decisions & 4 Spots Left

    MAY 1

    Building Petal Fever: I’m Not Playing It Safe - Fabric Truths, Big Decisions & 4 Spots Left

    This week felt like a full spiral… in the best and most overwhelming way. i went deep into fabric. Like questioning everything, reading every label, realizing how much “clean” activewear isn’t actually clean. And also realizing I’m not here to play it safe or do what everyone else is doing. Petal Fever has to hit differently. And that means asking better questions, even when it makes things harder. Also… the early access list is basically full. Which is still blowing my mind because you haven’t even seen a finished product yet. There’s something really real being built here. And you can feel it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nicolepeter.substack.com/subscribe

    17 min
  3. Building Petal Fever: This Isn’t Lulu Lemon, and That’s The Point

    APR 24

    Building Petal Fever: This Isn’t Lulu Lemon, and That’s The Point

    I finally got my fabric swatches… and they were a no. For a second, I caught myself trying to recreate something that already exists. But Petal Fever isn’t Lululemon, and it never will be. This episode is about redefining the vision, trusting the process, and getting one step closer to the right fabric, not the easy one. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nicolepeter.substack.com/subscribe

    14 min
  4. When Life Wrecks Your Plans (Literally) + The “Two Sandcastles” Mindset

    APR 20

    When Life Wrecks Your Plans (Literally) + The “Two Sandcastles” Mindset

    A really real one. I’m sharing what happened after my family got into a scary accident, the financial spiral that followed, and how I pulled myself out of it. If you’re in a season where everything feels like it’s piling on, this is your reminder that sometimes things fall apart so something better can come together. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nicolepeter.substack.com/subscribe

    14 min
  5. Building Pedal Fever: When Life Hits Pause + Why Activewear Needs a Wake-Up Call

    APR 17

    Building Pedal Fever: When Life Hits Pause + Why Activewear Needs a Wake-Up Call

    This week wasn’t about pushing harder, it was about pulling back. I’m sharing what it looks like when life throws you off track, why I didn’t force content just to stay “consistent,” and the bigger reason behind building Petal Fever. Also… let’s talk about what’s actually in our activewear and why more people are finally waking up to it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nicolepeter.substack.com/subscribe

    12 min
  6. Building Petal Fever: Behind the Scenes of Production, Setbacks & Big Vision

    APR 10

    Building Petal Fever: Behind the Scenes of Production, Setbacks & Big Vision

    This week felt like a mix of expansion and reality checks. From stepping into rooms with powerful women and sharing the vision out loud… to getting hit with a brutal flu and being forced to slow all the way down… to having some very real conversations about production, sizing, and what actually makes sense for drop one. I’m taking you behind the scenes of what it really looks like to build this brand. The exciting parts, the uncomfortable decisions, and the moments where vision meets reality. Because this isn’t just about creating activewear. It’s about building something that lasts… and making the right moves from the start. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nicolepeter.substack.com/subscribe

    18 min
  7. Fasting as a Woman: My 60-Hour Reset (Hormones, Healing & Intuition)

    APR 8

    Fasting as a Woman: My 60-Hour Reset (Hormones, Healing & Intuition)

    I felt called to do a fast… so I listened. In this bonus episode, I’m sharing my full experience with a 60-hour fast as a woman, after coming out of a pretty intense round of sickness. We’re talking the physical side like energy, electrolytes, sleep, and how I broke the fast… but also the deeper side that doesn’t get talked about enough. I also touch on fasting around your cycle, listening to your body instead of forcing timelines, and why this felt less like restriction and more like a reset. If you’ve ever been curious about fasting as a woman, or you’re craving a deeper connection to your body, this one’s for you. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nicolepeter.substack.com/subscribe

    19 min
  8. Building Petal Fever: The Part Where We Wait

    APR 3

    Building Petal Fever: The Part Where We Wait

    This week… we’re in the waiting. Designs are being finalized, fabrics are being sourced, and I’m in that weird space where I can’t move things forward myself… I just have to trust it’s all coming together. So instead of forcing it, I’m focusing on what I can control, showing up, building the community, and dreaming bigger than ever. A little reminder that not every part of building something big is fast… but it’s all part of it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nicolepeter.substack.com/subscribe

    9 min
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The Slow Lane is a space for women who want to build a big, abundant life without hustle, burnout or abandoning themselves. nicolepeter.substack.com

Information

  • Creator
    Nicole Peter
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Nicole Peter
  • Show Website
    The Slow Lane