The Fatigue Fixer Dr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur, Story Studio Network

Today’s episode is for my fellow high achievers who are starting to realize that our ability to get shit done is now leading us into fatigue, overwhelm and sometimes even burnout. I share the day I realized productivity was my main marker of success and how I've been working to untangle my self-worth from how much I get done in a day. If you’re ready to go to bed feeling accomplished independent of how many things you scratched off your to-do list and craving more time for yourself and the things you love, this one's for you.

Key takeaways:
Three signs you might be suffering from burnout even if you’re still able to get out of bed and show up at work How to fix the energy deficit most women are living with because we’re so good at taking care of other people’s needs How moms can stop modeling a version of motherhood that’s defined by sacrifice and exhaustion and calling that love The two questions to ask yourself if you’re ready to start closing up your energy deficit
The Fatigue Fixer is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com/

Ever changed your outfit multiple times because you were worried about looking “unprofessional”? I know it’s happened to me multiple times, and that’s why I wanted to explore the many unspoken rules most women follow when we get dressed in the morning. I’m joined by Ruthie Johnson, a holistic success coach, fitness junkie and unapologetic feminist. We talk about how out clothing is a covert way that women police themselves and each other. We explore what’s underneath those feelings when we judge another woman for what she’s wearing. Ruthie shares some simple and actionable steps we can all take to let go of stress and societal expectations and step into what we’re truly capable of with more freedom and ease.

Key takeaways:
How the policing of women’s clothing and body impacts our daily life, mindset and adds to the mental loadMen and women’s bodies are judged differently and how we can start reframing our judgements to help ourselves and other women How movement and breathwork can bring us back into our body and shift your state when you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuckRuthie Johnson is a holistic success coach, fitness junkie and unapologetic feminist. She’s worked with hundreds of women to stop sacrificing themselves, let go of stress and societal expectations and step into what they’re truly capable of with more freedom and ease.

With a decade of experience across coaching, corporate consulting, and health and fitness (with the qualifications to boot), her mission is to help create the next generation of female leaders - who prioritize their wellbeing, create sustainable success with ease and banish burnout for good.

You can find her on Instagram @ruthieandrose

The Fatigue Fixer is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com/

Imagine what your life could look like if you made the decision to take action on what you truly desire? Whether you want to move your family abroad, like my guest Gemma Bonham Carter did, or simply have the time to sip a hot coffee alone quietly every morning - this episode is for you. Because although it’s a cliché, life really is short, and creating the life you want is going to fill you with the energy that comes from spending more time in your zone of genius and sharing your gifts with the world.

In this episode, Gemma shares what prompted her to leave her 9-5 job in public health to start an online business that’s now making 7 figures. She shares what have her the confidence to move her family abroad and what lessons and habits she wants to bring back from her time in France (besides the delicious croissants!)

Key takeaways:
How to create the life you envision for yourself in retirement now (because life shouldn’t start at age 65)How to make the decision to act on your dreams (whether it’s to take a dance class, write a book, or build a biz that allows you to quit your 9-5 job)Why sitting down to drink your coffee can be revolutionary and a reminder of the beauty of slowing down and actually living your lifeGemma Bonham-Carter is the founder of a 7-figure/year education company that helps coaches, content creators and service providers turn what they know into profitable online course businesses. She is known for her strategic advice and has worked with over 10,000 students since 2017 across hundreds of industries, including health, wellness, real estate, parenting, marketing, and more.

Named by Entrepreneur as a “Top 5 Women in Business in 2021”, Gemma has been featured in Inc., The Globe & Mail, BuzzFeed, Today.com and more. With a loyal audience of over 60k—Gemma’s unique take on online entrepreneurship has made her the go-to voice for ambitious personal brand business owners who want to launch courses and build a lifestyle business.

Her two main programs are Course Creator School for new course creators and The Passive Project, for experienced course creators looking to hit 6-figures a year and beyond. Gemma is based in Ottawa, Canada where she is raising two young kids, always working on her latest real estate project on the side, or watching the latest episode of Real Housewives.

Learn more about Gemma on her “About Me” Page → https://gemmabonhamcarter.com/about/

The Fatigue Fixer is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com/

If you’ve ever felt resentful, frustrated and exhausted in your relationship, this is the episode for you. I chat with couples therapist Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, who shares some of the most common patterns she sees in relationships that contribute to women feeling tired, frustrated and overwhelmed. I share my personal experiences with how therapy really helped me when I was feeling checked out in my relationship and the difficult lesson of realizing that I had to stop blaming my partner for what wasn’t working and really look at how I was showing up in our relationship. We talk about overfunctioning and why so many women fall into it’s trap, the message behind your anger, and how to start tuning into your body to better understand why you’re responding to conflict in the way you are. I know you’ll walk away feeling empowered to start having the difficult conversations we all need to have with our significant other.

Key takeaways:
What’s behind resentment & how to alleviate it even without trying to change your partner Why some many women overfunction and why it’s so hard for us to ask for and receive help from others How to improve your relationship even if your partner isn’t willing to go to therapy Dr. Tracy Dalgleish is a psychologist and couples therapist in Ottawa. For nearly two decades, Dr. Tracy has provided direct clinical services as well as researching, writing, and speaking about relationships. She provides psychological assessments, diagnoses, and psychotherapy to people with a variety of presenting issues, including depression, anxiety, personality-related issues, and stress and burnout.

In addition to wellness seminars, Dr. Tracy makes clinical knowledge and research accessible to people through her contributions to popular media sites, including Times, Forbes, and Motherly. She is also the host of podcast, "I'm Not Your Shrink" and author of her debut book, “I Didn’t Sign Up for This: A couples therapist shares real-life stories of breaking patterns and finding joy in relationships… including her own.” She offers online webinars and trainings to people all over the world.

A mom of two young children and owner of Ottawa’s mental health clinic, Integrated Wellness (integratedottawa.ca), she knows what it means to balance the full load.

Find her on Instagram @drtracyd


The Fatigue Fixer is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com/

If you’re starting to experience the hormonal rollercoaster of perimenopause and menopause, wondering why you’re so irritable, can’t sleep and never know when/if your period is coming, this is the episode for you. I’m joined by Dr. Ardelle Piper, a gynecologist and certified Menopause Practitioner, who’s an expert in guiding women through the complexities of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Join us as we unravel the myths, explore the benefits, and address the safety concerns surrounding HRT. Whether you're experiencing the first signs of perimenopause or navigating the waves of menopause, this podcast is your go-to resource for evidence-based advice you can use to make informed health decisions to help you optimize your health and quality of life during menopause and beyond.

Key takeaways:

Dr. Piper unravels persistent myths about menopausal hormone therapy that too many people still believe to be true (including your own doctor!)At what age and stage of menopause you should consider starting HRT and how long you should be on itHow to figure out if you’re in menopause when you have an IUD or had a hysterectomy or uterine ablationHow to talk to your family doctor about your menopause symptoms so you get the care you deserveDr. Ardelle Piper is a Royal College Certified OBGYN located in Ottawa, Canada. After getting a Bachelor of Science in Cell and Developmental Biology, she achieved her medical degree at the University of British Columbia in 2006. Passionate for women's health and education, she pursued obstetrics and gynecology residency and a master's in education in Saskatchewan.

In 2013, she came to Ottawa to complete subspecialty training in midlife women's health at the Shirley E. Greenberg Women's Health Centre in Ottawa. She has held the Menopause Society Certified Practitioner designation since 2014. Dr. Piper is now a pioneer in virtual care, providing telemedicine menopause assessments to women across Ontario since 2020.

Her virtual menopause clinic focuses on menopause education, hormone therapy, post cancer thrivership, sexual function, and preventative health promotion. Dr. Piper is frequently called upon as a keynote speaker to provide menopause education to medical colleagues and the community. She advocates for improved appreciation of menopause in the general public and women's health education in workplace wellness programs.

You can learn more about how to work with Dr. Piper at https://bywardfht.ca/our-services/menopause-clinic/

Find a menopause practitioner and get helpful resources at The Menopause Society. https://www.menopause.org/home

The Fatigue Fixer is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com/

Whether you struggle to fall asleep or wake up in the middle of the night “for no reason”, today’s episode is a deep dive on the underlying reasons so many women struggle with sleep. Joining me is Dr. Leigha Saunders, ND, my go-to sleep expert who is going to help you understand the main reason you’re having trouble falling asleep (spoiler alert: it’s not your phone), as well as the important role your nutrition and blood sugar play in getting deep sleep. You’ll also learn why your sleep routine actually starts when you wake up in the morning and why looking at what’s going on during the day is key to getting deep, restful sleep at night.

Key takeaways:

How to time your bedtime perfectly so you can fall asleep easilyThe importance of balancing blood sugar and hormones and how the can contribute to insomniaWhy bad sleep is a sign you need to look atTurning her post-partum sleep deprivation into an opportunity to serve the millions of women who suffer in sleeplessness, Dr. Leigha Saunders is a naturopathic doctor and mom of two who deeply understands the struggle of insomnia.

Dr. Leigha is an innovative leader and engaging speaker, passionately educating women as well as clinicians on the intersection of sleep and hormone health. Her passion for helping women get a good night’s sleep fuels her private practice that helps women gain energy, balance their mood, regulate hormones and sleep deep.

Dr. Leigha is the creator of The Better Sleep Bootcamp, the 5 Step Framework for women who want better sleep through hormonal balance.

Ultimately, Leigha leads women in stepping into their truest and most beautiful, authentic selves during the day so they can sleep deep at night. With sleep scores that make us all jealous, Leigha’s ultimate mission is to help women chase their dreams, not exhaustion!

Join Dr. Leigha in her Better Sleep Bootcamp (use coupon code “FATIGUEFIXER100” to save $100)

Learn more about working with Leigha at www.leighasaundersnd.com or follow her on Instragram @drleighasaundersnd

The Fatigue Fixer is produced by Story Studio Network. www.storystudionetwork.com/