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The Fatigue Fixer

The Fatigue Fixer

By: Dr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur Story Studio Network
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Summary
 Join Dr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur, a Naturopathic Doctor who's been the guiding light for thousands of women struggling with fatigue for over a decade. Dr. Sarah challenges the common misconception that feeling drained equates to being flawed. In "The Fatigue Fixer", she offers insights into our body's messages, reminding us that our tiredness isn't a sign of weakness, but a signal of misalignment. By truly understanding and caring for our bodies, we can navigate the road to better energy.

In a world filled with immeasurable expectations, Sarah aims to support every woman, from the hands-on mom to the aspiring Prime Minister. Dive in as we dissect the physical, emotional and societal pressures draining our energy, and together, shift the narrative around fatigue. Your exhaustion has a story; let's rewrite it together.

Get your daily dose of fatigue fixing tips over on Dr. Sarah’s Instagram @sarahvadeboncoeur or visit her website at www.docereclinic.ca to learn more about how you can work with her. Dr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • 57. The One Where You Stop Fighting Your Body

    57. The One Where You Stop Fighting Your Body
    26 Aug 2026
    In this final episode of The Fatigue Fixer, Dr. Sarah explores weight bias, internalized weight stigma, body image, self-acceptance, and the emotional exhaustion that can come from constantly trying to change your body.

    After nearly three years and 56 episodes, Sarah shares why she’s decided to bring The Fatigue Fixer podcast to a close — and what this decision has taught her about letting go of things that are still “good” when they no longer feel fulfilling.

    Fittingly, the conversation circles back to a theme from the very first episode: the clothes in our closets that no longer fit, and the quiet expectation that our bodies should somehow return to an earlier version of themselves.

    Sarah explores how the desire to lose weight can become an enormous drain on our mental and emotional energy — and how, for many women, what they truly want isn’t necessarily a smaller body, but freedom from thinking about their weight all the time.

    She unpacks the prevalence of weight bias in our culture, families, workplaces, friendships and healthcare system, as well as the harm caused when those beliefs become internalized. Weight stigma doesn’t motivate people toward better health. In fact, it can increase stress, contribute to disordered eating and bingeing, reduce engagement in physical activity, discourage people from seeking healthcare and make sustainable behaviour change even harder.

    Ultimately, this episode is an invitation to consider a different path: one built on respect, compassion and the understanding that your body is your home — not a never-ending self-improvement project.

    As The Fatigue Fixer comes to an end, Sarah leaves you with one final question:

    What might become possible if you stopped spending so much energy fighting yourself?



    Key Takeaways:
    • Keeping clothes that no longer fit can reinforce the belief that your current body is temporary, unacceptable or something you need to “fix”
    • The desire to lose weight can consume a tremendous amount of mental and emotional energy
    • Weight bias is deeply embedded in our culture and can come from family members, friends, workplaces, healthcare providers — and eventually ourselves
    • Internalized weight stigma can increase stress, contribute to binge eating and disordered eating behaviours, reduce motivation to exercise and negatively affect healthcare-seeking behaviours
    • Criticizing your body is not an effective strategy for creating sustainable healthy habits.
    • Internalized weight bias may also make maintaining weight loss more difficult
    • Self-compassion does not mean giving up on your health. It means pursuing health without making your worth conditional on your body size
    • Your body is not a project you need to continually improve. It is the place you get to live your life
    • Letting go of the fight with your body may free up energy for the things that matter much more


    Additional Episodes You May Enjoy:

    EP 1: The One Where Your Pants Don’t Fit
    EP 56: The One Where Strong Feels Better Than Skinny with Leslie Robertson
    EP 44: The One Where Exercise Stops Feeling So Hard



    Dr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur is a Naturopathic Doctor, mom, and fatigue fixer who’s on a mission to help women fix their fatigue and get the health care they deserve. You can find her talking about all things fatigue on Instagram and learn more about her services at drsarahv.ca.

    The Fatigue Fixer is produced by Story Studio Network.
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    33 min
  • 56. The One Where Strong Feels Better Than Skinny with Leslie Robertson

    56. The One Where Strong Feels Better Than Skinny with Leslie Robertson
    12 Aug 2026
    Have you ever looked at a photo of yourself and immediately started picking yourself apart?If so, you're not aloneIn this episode, I sit down with my friend Leslie Robertson—health and fitness coach, former NCAA Division I athlete, and owner of Prime Personal Training Studio—for an honest conversation about what it really takes to make peace with your changing body in midlife.We talk about the pressure so many women feel to look a certain way, how our own bodies have changed over the years, and why chasing a smaller body often steals energy from the things that matter most. Instead, we explore what happens when you shift your focus toward strength, performance, health, and living a life that feels good.We also share practical strategies for quieting negative body talk, navigating those difficult moments when photos or videos trigger self-criticism, and raising children who have a healthier relationship with food, movement, and their bodies than many of us grew up with.If you've ever felt like your body has become the enemy, this conversation will remind you that you are so much more than your size—and that there is incredible freedom in learning to treat yourself with the same kindness you offer everyone else.Key Takeaways:Why body acceptance doesn't mean giving up on your healthHow shifting from appearance-based goals to performance-based goals can transform your relationship with exerciseWhy "leaner" doesn't automatically mean healthier—or happierPractical ways to challenge negative body thoughts when they show upHow to redefine fitness around strength, energy, confidence, and longevityWhy the way we talk about our own bodies matters for the next generationSimple ways to model a healthy relationship with food, exercise, and body image for your childrenEncouragement for anyone struggling to accept the body they're living in todayAdditional Episodes You May Enjoy:EP 44. The One Where Exercise Stops Feeling So HardEP 19. The One Where You’re Stronger Than You ThinkEP 1. The One Where Your Pants Don’t FitConnect with Leslie:Leslie Robertson is a dedicated health and fitness coach with a rich background in athletic performance and wellness. As a former NCAA Division 1 athlete and physical education teacher, Leslie holds a B.Sc. in Human Performance from Southern Miss. With 17 years of experience, she’s the founder, owner, and head trainer at PRIME Personal Training studio, where she empowers women to achieve sustainable health goals.As a passionate advocate for women’s health, Leslie understands the challenges busy moms face in regaining their energy and confidence. Through her coaching programs, she provides sustainable and realistic fitness strategies that seamlessly fit into the hectic lives of mothers.Having navigated her own health challenges, Leslie believes that wellness shouldn’t be an all-or-nothing endeavour. Her approach focuses on building healthy foundations with simple, achievable steps, fostering a mindset that values progress over perfection, and creating long-term success that doesn’t add to the stress of daily life.IG: Get Fit With LesWebsite: PrimePersonalTraining.ca💌 Leave Me a Voicemail!I want to hear from YOU!Share your questions, stories, or thoughts about this episode — your message might even be featured on a future show.Leave me a voicemail here: Speakpipe.com/TheFatigueFixerDr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur is a Naturopathic Doctor, mom, and fatigue fixer who’s on a mission to help women fix their fatigue and get the health care they deserve. You can find her talking about all things fatigue on Instagram and learn more about her services at drsarahv.ca.The Fatigue Fixer is produced by Story Studio Network.
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    47 min
  • 55. The One Where Honesty Gives You More Energy

    55. The One Where Honesty Gives You More Energy
    29 Jul 2026
    What does a birthday cake have to do with your energy?

    More than you might think.

    In this solo episode, I share a surprisingly emotional story about my birthday cake—and how a simple disappointment uncovered a much bigger conversation about emotional suppression. For years, I believed that keeping the peace meant keeping my feelings to myself. But what I've learned is that suppressing emotions doesn't make them disappear. It simply costs us energy.

    We explore why bottling up disappointment, anger, or sadness drains your emotional reserves, affects your physical health, and creates distance in your relationships. I also share the science behind emotional suppression, why speaking your truth is one of the most powerful forms of self-care, and practical ways to start expressing your needs with honesty and compassion.

    If you've ever told yourself, "It's not a big deal," while quietly carrying the weight of hurt or resentment, this episode is for you.



    Key Takeaways:
    • What emotional suppression is and why so many women fall into the habit of doing it
    • How holding in your feelings quietly drains your energy and contributes to emotional exhaustion
    • Why suppressing emotions can affect both your physical health and your relationships
    • The "beach ball underwater" analogy that explains why emotions eventually find a way to surface
    • Why expressing disappointment or anger isn't selfish—it's an important part of healthy communication
    • How speaking your truth can improve your self-esteem, relationships, and overall well-being
    • Simple ways to start recognizing and expressing your emotions before they become resentment
    • Why your voice may be one of the most powerful tools you have for protecting your energy


    Additional Episodes You May Enjoy:
    EP 51: The One Where Fibroids Get Mistreated with Nam Kiwanuka
    EP 45: The One Where You Feel Safe to Speak Up with Elise Besler
    EP 17: The One Where You Bite Your Tongue with Vivian Kaye
    EP 9: The One Where You Didn’t Sign Up for This with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish
    EP 2: The One Where You Hear Your Body Speak



    💌 Leave Me a Voicemail!
    I want to hear from YOU!
    Share your questions, stories, or thoughts about this episode — your message might even be featured on a future show.
    Leave me a voicemail here: Speakpipe.com/TheFatigueFixer



    Dr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur is a Naturopathic Doctor, mom, and fatigue fixer who’s on a mission to help women fix their fatigue and get the health care they deserve. You can find her talking about all things fatigue on Instagram and learn more about her services at drsarahv.ca.

    The Fatigue Fixer is produced by Story Studio Network.
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    31 min
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