22. The One Where You Take Care Of Everyone But Yourself

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The Fatigue Fixer

Dr. Sarah Vadeboncoeur, Story Studio Network

42 episodes

2 weeks ago

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.

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22. The One Where You Take Care Of Everyone But Yourself

The Fatigue Fixer

52 minutes

1 year ago

22. The One Where You Take Care Of Everyone But Yourself

If you’re really good at giving, but struggle to take time for yourself, you’re at risk for Caregiver or Compassion Fatigue. Whether you’re a parent, caring for a friend or family member, or part of a helping profession like teaching or healthcare, learning to balance giving and taking is essential for preventing burnout and managing your energy.

This episode, I’m joined by Amanda Rocheleau, a Registered Social Worker and Compassion Fatigue Specialist. She shares the moment, while reading a book to her three young kids, that she realized she was burned out from overgiving. Amanda shares practical strategies to help you keep giving, while also taking care of your own needs.

Key takeaways:

If you want to be a helper, you have to learn how to take
The beliefs and mindset that make women more prone to overgiving and putting their own needs on the backburner
How to create micro-moments of rest in your day when your schedule is packed and there’s no relief in sight

Amanda Rocheleau is a Registered Social Worker and Compassion Fatigue Specialist based in Ottawa, Ontario. With nearly 20 years of experience in the field and Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Social Work from Carleton University, Amanda has developed a deep understanding of the challenges faced by helping professionals within healthcare, social services, education, and public service settings.

As the founder of her own private practice, Amanda offers counselling and consulting services to support individuals and organizations in reducing the risk for psychological injuries and burnout. Her practical delivery approach has been well-received by over 600 professional andconference groups across Canada, where she has been featured as a speaker and trainer on positive workplace practices and personal well-being.

Amanda has created workshops, online courses, workbooks, and a podcast called The Giving Tree, all specifically designed to help individuals and organizations build resilience, preventburnout, and promote well-being.

Learn more about Amanda at amandarocheleau.com
Follow Her on Instagram @compassionfatiguetherapy
Listen to The Giving Tree Podcast

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.