For The "I've Always Struggled With Mental Health" Girls
If you’ve ever felt trapped by mental health challenges, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone and that God has a plan for who you were created to be.From age 7, Tori has faced OCD, anxiety, depression, and an eating disorder, alongside the trauma of sexual assault. In this episode of Keep Growing Podcast, Tori shares her journey of struggle, faith, and hope - showing that healing and wholeness are possible.Trigger Warning: Mentions of sexual assault. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES:BOOK: “Freedom from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder” by Jonathan Grayson. A practical guide with step-by-step ERP exercises for OCD.WORKBOOK: "DBT Skills Handout and Worksheets" by Marsha Linehan. A workbook for supporting mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal relationships. JOURNAL: "ED Recovery Daily Progress Journal" by me, Tori Peyton Wilson. A journal for writing down daily wins, areas of growth, and affirming truths.
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How to Have a Fueled Girl Fall: Gilmore Girls Edition
In this episode, we’re blending the “Fueled Girl Fall” mindset with all things Gilmore Girls. Think Luke’s apple cider donuts as soul-fuel, Sookie’s kitchen magic as joyful nourishment, and town square walks as movement that feels good. We’ll talk about how to create rituals that ground you (hello, Friday night movie marathons), give yourself grace when things aren’t perfect, and invite community into your season the way Lorelai and Rory always do.Grab a mug of coffee (or cider), settle in, and let’s build your own Fueled Girl Fall — Gilmore Girls style. ✨
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Don't Look Back, You're Not Going That Way
In this episode, Tori talks about the choice we face on our healing journeys: whether to turn back to old habits and pain, or to keep moving forward into growth and freedom. She shares her personal story of eating disorder recovery and reflects on how tempting it can be to revisit the past, but also how transformative it is to stay focused on the road ahead.Tori opens up about the ways God has guided her through this process, teaching her to release what’s behind and embrace the new life He is building. With honesty and encouragement, she reminds listeners that healing isn’t always linear, but every step forward is proof of God’s faithfulness.This episode is an invitation to anyone who has struggled with looking back during recovery, relationships, or personal growth. Through her words, Tori offers hope, encouragement, and the reminder that with God’s help, we are not defined by our past. We’re called to keep growing.Also -- shoutout to Mattie Rose (@dailydoseof.rose on Insta) for giving me the quote about "don't compare where God has you to where the devil has someone else." She's the best follow on Instagram for a healthy relationship with food and exercise!Also -- Preston Morrison's episode on shame linked here.SOCIAL LINKS:Keep Growing Podcast on InstagramTori Peyton on InstagramTori Peyton on TikTok
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How My Pro Athlete Husband Helped Support My ED Recovery
In this episode of Keep Growing Pod, Tori sits down with her husband, a professional baseball player, to have an honest conversation about navigating the pressures of performance, the mental health challenges that come with being an athlete, and how their marriage was impacted by Tori's eating disorder. We talk about what it means to show up for your partner in their darkest moments, the unique stress athletes face when it comes to mental health, and why vulnerability has become one of the strongest tools in both his career and their relationship.Whether you’re an athlete, a partner, or simply someone walking through healing, we hope this conversation reminds you that you’re not alone.What you’ll hear in this episode:The mental health challenges that high performing athletes faceMy husband’s perspective on supporting me through eating disorder recoveryWhy confidence and belief in yourself are so important in healingThe difference between self-help and fully surrendering to God
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GUEST EP: my pro athlete husband on mental health, baseball, and supporting me in ED recovery
In this episode of Keep Growing Pod, Tori sits down with her husband, a professional baseball player, to have an honest conversation about navigating the pressures of performance, the mental health challenges that come with being an athlete, and how their marriage was impacted by Tori's eating disorder. We talk about what it means to show up for your partner in their darkest moments, the unique stress athletes face when it comes to mental health, and why vulnerability has become one of the strongest tools in both his career and their relationship.Whether you’re an athlete, a partner, or simply someone walking through healing, we hope this conversation reminds you that you’re not alone.What you’ll hear in this episode:The mental health challenges that high performing athletes face My husband’s perspective on supporting me through eating disorder recoveryWhy confidence and belief in yourself are so important in healing The difference between self-help and fully surrendering to God
Keep Growing Podcast is a podcast where we talk about all things mental health, creating a safe, compassionate space for honest conversations, deep reflection, and meaningful personal growth. Rooted in vulnerability, authenticity, and truth, Tori explores topics like how to navigate struggles, faith, identity and healing. Keep Growing is more than a podcast—it's a community for anyone seeking acceptance, community, and the courage to grow. Never forget, you are loved.✞
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