The French Weigh

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Bonjour et bienvenue! Join me weekly on a captivating journey into French-inspired wellness. Whether you're intrigued by the allure of French culture, or simply seeking sustainable lifestyle changes for healthy weight loss and maintenance, "The French Weigh" podcast is for you. I’m Karen Gombault, a Certified Coach who helps women lose weight mid-life, keep it off, and more importantly, adopt lifestyle changes that foster healthy ageing. I am passionate about helping other women thrive & all things French. As an American who has lived 3 decades in France, I feel fortunate to have had the best of both worlds. In this podcast, I talk about all things food, movement, mindset, & habits that underpin French women’s weight and joie de vivre secrets. Tune in for insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories to embrace a life that's vibrant, à la française. Follow "The French Weigh" Podcast and take the first step towards your own journey of transformation—the French way. Looking for further insights? Download free guide, 5 French Secrets of French Wellness and Weight loss. https://www.karengombault.com/thefrenchweighfreeguide

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#35: Navigating a Major Life Event With Ease

Jun 11 2024 20 mins

Welcome back to another episode of The French Weigh with your host, Karen Gombault. I’m excited to share my latest adventures with you, and today's topic is one that’s close to my heart—choosing your thoughts and showing up as your best self. In this episode, I get real and personal about my recent move and all the chaos that came with it. Imagine movers showing up a day

#34: Journaling

Jun 04 2024 17 mins

Bonjour, everyone, and welcome to another episode of The French Weigh with your host, Karen Gombault. Today’s episode is a special one as I’m greeting you from my brand-new office in the picturesque southern France. It's been quite a journey settling in, but I’m thrilled to return to our podcasting routine with fresh insights and a beautiful new backdrop.In this episode, we�

#33: All-or-Nothing Mindset & Managing Cravings with Dr. Jessie Heymeyer

May 28 2024 38 mins

In today's episode, Karen and Dr. Jessie Haymeyer dive into holistic wellness, focusing on mindset, nutrition, cravings, and the influence of your environment. Listen in to uncover insights and strategies for breaking free from all-or-nothing mindsets and managing cravings. Many examples come from European lifestyle, where both women live. Key takeaways:Mindset Matters:

#32 : How My Clients Get Rapid Transformations

May 14 2024 15 mins

In this episode, I dive into concrete transformations my clients have experienced through our coaching sessions. I share stories of two clients with distinct goals—one striving for weight loss and the other looking to build self-confidence in her career. It's amazing to see the profound changes they've undergone in such a short time, from shedding people-pleasing habits to be abl

#31: Unlocking Life Focus: Lessons from French Culture

Apr 30 2024 24 mins

In this episode, I discuss the concept of "life focus," drawing inspiration from French culture. It's crucial to shift focus away from obsessive thoughts about weight and food, as constant preoccupation with weight and diet can hinder weight loss or health goals. I explore three ways to become more life-focused: Learning: French people prioritize continuous learning

#30: Navigating Change

Apr 16 2024 17 mins

In this episode I dive into 5 ways that can help you navigate change with more resilience and less overwhelm. Reflecting on my past year of personal transformation, I share insights and practical advice for anyone facing significant shifts in their lives. From leaving a secure corporate job to becoming an entrepreneur, to relocating to Southern France, my journey (and how I think a

#29: Coffee Chat with Beeta Hashempour – Be Adaptable to Be Adoptable

Apr 02 2024 40 mins

In this episode, Karen Gombault welcomes Beeta Hashempour. After a trip to Paris in 2010, Beeta became a self-proclaimed Francophile, falling in love with France and French culture. After several visits, she eventually made the move to Paris and lived out her dream as a local among the Parisians. Today, she runs one of the leading French lifestyle sites MonPetitFour.com, is host of

#28: Mindset Makeover for Healthy Living & Weight Loss

Mar 19 2024 20 mins

In this episode, I reflect on my transformative journey over the past 10 years, emphasizing the importance of mindset work in achieving health and wellness goals.Initially, I was overwhelmed with stress due to my high-profile career, family responsibilities, and societal pressures, leading to emotional eating and dissatisfaction with my weight.Through mindset work, I learned to dis

#27: Spring Glow-Up: Embarking on My 30 Day Personal Challenge

Mar 05 2024 16 mins

In this episode Karen shares her personal "spring glow-up" challenge, focusing on implementing changes to her health and wellness routine over the next 30 days.Karen discusses her motivation behind the challenge, emphasizing the importance of trying new strategies for sustainable weight loss and addressing mindset issues. Karen outlines the strategies she plans to implement, i

#26: My Secrets to Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Feb 27 2024 17 mins

In this episode, Karen reflects on her journey of maintaining a healthy weight for over five years, offering practical tips and mindset shifts that have contributed to her success. Karen discusses key strategies she started implementing, such as prioritizing consistent actions aligned with her body's needs, finding motivational hacks to stay on track, simplifying meal preparat