The Spoonie Podcast

The Spoonie Podcast

This show is full of inspiration and advice for anyone struggling with chronic pain and/or fatigue. Listen as host Emily Fraser shares her journey learning to thrive with multiple chronic illnesses. Follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thespooniementor/ and visit www.thespooniementor.com to join our spoonie community!

Episodes

April 23, 2025 47 mins

Ever wondered how you can travel the world as a spoonie without triggering a flare-up? In this episode, I share my 16-day journey through Europe—Barcelona, Mallorca, and Paris—while managing chronic illness and navigating international travel. From essential travel tips to mindset shifts, I dive deep into the strategies that allowed me to thrive, not just survive, while exploring new places and experiencing a life-changing adventur...

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I’m sharing how I’m preparing for a two-week trip to Europe as a spoonie — from the excitement (and nerves!) to the mindset shifts, packing essentials, and pacing strategies that help me travel with more ease.


You'll hear:

  1. How I’m adjusting to the time zone before my flight

  2. What’s in my carry-on and flare-up kit (heatwraps, electrolytes, meditations + more)

  3. How I’ve planned rest into my itinerary (including spa days and slo...

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March 21, 2025 61 mins

In this episode, I chat with the inspiring Eline Duk, a chronic pain coach and disability advocate who is the founder of The Spoonies Community.


After two major accidents, she was diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and Functional Neurological Disorder (FND).


We explore how she has learned to live well alongside her chronic health conditions, and the incredible journey of discovering somatic work and holist...

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March 12, 2025 13 mins

I had a full circle moment last week and needed to share it with all of you! If you're feeling stuck on your recovery and needing some motivation, this is for you.


Free Workshop: https://go.thespooniementor.com/free


Instagram: https://instagram.com/thespooniementor


Website: https://www.thespooniementor.com/

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February 28, 2025 12 mins

In this episode, I share where I've been for the last several months and share why I'm back. xoxo


Sign Up for my free flare-up freedom workshop:

https://go.thespooniementor.com/free/

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I recorded a conversation with three amazing members of my group mentorship program: the Thriving Spoonie Pathway.


They share where they were before they joined, how their life has changed since then, and what helped them make the decision to join.


TSP is a live group experience that will help you find freedom from debilitating fatigue and unpredictable symptoms in under 16 weeks!


Visit https://www.thespooniementor.c...

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I'm hosting a free workshop on Thriving when chronically ill!

Sign up here: https://go.thespooniementor.com/free

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My 2024 has been FULL of ups and downs! Tune in to hear what's been going on in my life and how I've been navigating the rollercoaster. Free Masterclass: https://www.thespooniementor.com/free Thriving Spoonie Pathway (Group Mentorship Program) https://www.thespooniementor.com/tsp Earn with Ease (Business Coaching for Spoonies): https://www.thespooniementor.com/earnwithease Instagram: ⁠https://instagram.com/thespoonieme...

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January 17, 2024 18 mins

Today I'm breaking down spoonie-friendly business models (and which ones are NOT filled with ease!). Thinking of becoming a spooniepreneur? Message me on instagram @TheSpoonieMentor and share your biz idea with me!

Earn with Ease (Business Coaching): https://www.emilyfraser.ca/earnwithease

Instagram: https://instagram.com/thespooniementor

Websitehttps://www.emilyfraser.ca/

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January 12, 2024 26 mins

Ever thought of starting a business? I'm breaking down the reasons why I think becoming an entrepreneur is an amazing option for anyone with chronic illness. Dream of working 2-4 hours on weekdays, living in your PJs, and being able to take breaks whenever you want? This episode is for you!

Earn with Ease (Business Coaching): https://www.emilyfraser.ca/earnwithease

Want to learn how to find freedom from chronic pain and fatigu...

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Emily shares an update about her journey with IVF. How she has moved through fear and allowed herself to let go of control and trust the process.

Want to learn how to find freedom from chronic pain and fatigue? Register for my free training Flare-Up Freedom: https://www.thespooniementor.com/free/ 

Thriving Spoonie Pathway (Live Group Program for Spoonies): https://www.emilyfraser.ca/tsp

Earn with Ease (Business Coaching): https://w...

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Did you know that movement can actually RESTORE your spoons? Exercising with chronic illness is tricky - especially for those whose health can fluctuate daily.

In this episode, Zoe of @ActivelyAutoimmune breaks down tangible strategies to help people implement a sustainable and consistent movement routine. She uses her expertise as physiotherapist, personal trainer, and pilates instructor to create transformative programs for fell...

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I almost had a huge setback this week. Listen to the episode to learn how I avoided it.

Want to learn how to find freedom from chronic pain and fatigue? Register for my free training Flare-Up Freedom: https://www.thespooniementor.com/free/ 

Thriving Spoonie Pathway (Live Group Program for Spoonies): https://www.emilyfraser.ca/tsp

Earn with Ease (Business Coaching): https://www.emilyfraser.ca/earnwithease

Instagram: https://instagr...

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Today's guest expert is Scotty Stiles, a Pain Relief Coach and Mindbody Practitioner. Tune into this episode to hear his inspiring story!

Scotty coaches men and women across the world via Zoom, assisting clients who are on their own self healing journey of overcoming chronic neuroplastic and mind-body symptoms that are related to stress, repressed emotions, and learned neural pathways from the brain. Scotty is a certified coac...

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October 18, 2023 31 mins

Today Emily reflects on how her health has transformed over the last few years. What she is grateful for. What impacted her improvements. How she has been able to go from stuck in bed to doing a 4-hour hike! And the mindset shifts that helped her stop identifying as someone who is sick. VIP WAITLIST: The Art of Pacing https://emilyfraser.ck.page/theartofpacing Want to learn how to find freedom from chronic pain and fatigue? Regi...

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A physician in the middle of a pandemic, one who survived the earthquakes in Nepal, Christy realized the mounting rates of trauma. Seeing these showing up but not being recognized, she felt compelled to share what she knew about healing skills.

So she started creating on TikTok in January of 2021. People listened, not just because she shared tools they could use, but also because she looked at it from a systems lens. How trauma sh...

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We are joined by guest expert Dr. Rita White in this episode! This is a must-listen for anyone who is a spoonie. We dig into hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), chronic fatigue, pelvic health, and MORE!

Connect with Dr. Rita: https://www.intrinsic-pt.com/

Follow Dr. Rita on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theintrinsicpt/

Want to le...

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Richard Kellner, the founder of the Polycystic Kidney Disease Outreach Foundation joins us to talk about his mission for ending PKD in future generations.

Emily talks about her fertility journey and why she has decided to do PGT-M (pre-genetic implantation testing).

Learn more about PKDo: https://www.pkdo.org/pkd-free-babies

Want to learn how to find freedom from chronic pain and fatigue? Register for my free training Flare-Up Free...

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Today's guest expert is Erin - A Chronic Illness + Complex Trauma Coach. She is also a somatic practitioner. We break down what exactly that means, and how learning about body-based approaches transformed her healing journey.


Follow Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healing.with.erin/

Learn more about Erin: https://www.embodiedhealingwitherin.com/


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We're back for season 2! In this episode I'm giving an update of what I've been doing the last couple months. Everything from major wins I've been celebrating, to the emotional roller coaster of my fertility journey.


I also share new exciting ways to join our community!


FREE flare-up freedom workshop:  https://www.thespooniementor.com/free

Earn with Ease (Business Coaching): https://www.emilyfraser.ca/ear...

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