Today we’d like to introduce you to Virginie Royer.
Hi Virginie, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I am Virginie Royer. I am the author of “As bad as it can get, it’s temporary” and the founder of Happy Fit and Strong. I am originally from France and have lived in the US for a decade. I wear a lot of hats: entrepreneur, fitness coach, voiceover artist, but behind all of that, I faced a lot of challenges and dark moments in my life.
My journey hasn’t been easy, but it’s proof that even the darkest chapters can lead to powerful new beginnings. I survived years in an abusive relationship: emotionally, mentally, and financially. For a long time, I lost myself. But one day, I found the courage to say, “Enough.” I left everything behind with just a suitcase and the hope that life could be better.
Rebuilding wasn’t easy. I faced grief, loss, and moments that nearly broke me. But I also found strength, resilience, and a version of myself I never knew existed. I wrote As Bad As It Can Get, It’s Temporary because I knew I wasn’t the only one. So many women feel stuck, silenced, or afraid to start over. I wanted my story to be a lifeline, to say, “You’re not alone, and it won’t always be this hard.”
Today, through my book, my podcast, and my coaching work, I seek to help others reconnect with their inner power. I believe healing is possible, joy is worth fighting for, and that even when life gets as bad as it can get, it’s still only temporary.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
The road has been full of obstacles, hard falls, and moments that tested every part of me. I left an abusive relationship with nothing but a suitcase and no guarantee of what came next. I lost custody of my children, I lost my home, my financial stability, and honestly, at times, I almost lost myself.
There were days I couldn’t see a way forward, when fear and shame felt louder than hope. I faced legal battles, emotional trauma, and the deep pain of rebuilding my life from scratch in a country far from home. And I had to do it without a roadmap, without family nearby, and without a safety net.
But every struggle also became a lesson. Every breakdown became a breakthrough. And slowly, step by step, I began to rebuild myself stronger, wiser, and more determined than ever to not just survive… but thrive.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I’m an author and podcast host, using my voice and my story to inspire healing, growth, and resilience. My book, As Bad As It Can Get, It’s Temporary, is a deeply personal account of surviving abuse, losing everything, and finding the strength to rebuild. It’s raw, honest, and meant to be a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there’s still a way forward.
I also host the podcast Happy Fit and Strong, where I dive into topics like self-worth, mindset shifts, and emotional healing. It’s a space for real conversations, vulnerability, and reminding people they’re not alone.
What sets me apart is I don’t just talk about healing, I’ve lived it. That’s what makes it real.
I’m currently working on turning this mission into live and virtual workshops to go even deeper, but for now, I’m focused on writing, podcasting, and helping others rise through my words.
We love surprises, fun facts and unexpected stories. Is there something you can share that might surprise us?
Something most people don’t know about me is that I used to be incredibly shy, the kind of girl who’d rather stay quiet in the back of the room than speak up. I’ve always loved singing, but I never used that voice in front of anyone. Just like my story, I kept it all hidden.
Now I write, I host a podcast, and I share my truth publicly, but the truth is, I’m still a little shy. I still have to push myself out of my comfort zone all the time. That’s why I ran a marathon, not to prove anything to others, but to prove to myself that I can do hard things.
Showing up scared, unsure, and doing it anyway… that’s where the real growth lives.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virginiefitandstrong/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@virginiefitandstrong
