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Grounded and Aligned™

Grounded and Aligned™ is a podcast for people in senior roles who carry real responsibility - budgets, teams, visibility, and pressure that doesn’t switch off at the end of the day. If your role has grown faster than your comfort zone… If you’re managing up, setting boundaries, delegating, and absorbing more than you used to… If you care about being effective and human (without being inauthentic or pushing yourself past your limits), this show is for you. I’m Karen Gombault. I’ve spent decades

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#50: Evolution And The Future Of The French Weigh

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2024/09/25

In this special milestone episode, Karen Gombault reflects on the journey of “The French Weigh” podcast and announces exciting changes…this episode being the final one.Karen introduces her new podcast, “Weight Loss for Female Executives Who Travel”, focusing on the challenges women in corporate environments face when balancing health and demanding careers. Karen discusses her personal and professional evolution, offering insight into the importance of adapting both in wellness and in life.Key

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#49: Coffee Chat With Molly Zemek, Weight Loss For...

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2024/09/18

In this episode of The French Weigh, host Karen Gombault welcomes guest Molly Zemek, a certified weight loss coach, podcaster, and author. Molly shares her personal journey from a professional chef and sommelier to a weight loss coach. She discusses how she struggled with overeating and drinking before discovering life coaching, which helped her transform her mindset about food and alcohol.Molly emphasizes the importance of mindful eating, staying in tune with the body, and maintaining pleasure in

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#48: Learn From These Client Success Stories

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2024/09/11

In this episode of The French Weigh, certified weight losscoach Karen Gombault shares inspiring success stories from two of her clients whohave achieved sustainable weight loss through mindset shifts and habit changes.Karen emphasizes that permanent weight loss isn’t justabout the number on the scale but about the process of building long-term habitsthat are sustainable over time. One client, Laura, overcame emotional overeating bydeveloping self-trust and intuitive eating skills. The other client,

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#47: My 6-Year Fasting Journey

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2024/09/04

In this episode of "The French Way" podcast, host Karen Gombault, a certified weight loss coach, dives deep into her personal experience with intermittent fasting. She discusses how she began her fasting journey in 2018, exploring the 16:8 fasting method and its numerous benefits, including weight loss, reduced inflammation, increased energy, and improved mental clarity. Over time, Karen transitioned to a more flexible fasting routine that better suits her changing lifestyle and energy needs

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#46: Coffee Chat With Kim Severson, Weight Loss...

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2024/08/28

In this insightful episode of "The French Way" podcast, host Karen Gombault interviews Kim Severson, a weight loss coach who helps clients achieve their goals without the misery of restrictive dieting.Kim, who worked in food, wine & hospitality for years, shares her personal journey from struggling with traditional diets to discovering a more sustainable and enjoyable approach to weight loss, which ultimately led her to become a coach. Her philosophy emphasizes reconnecting with the body’s

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#45: Vacation Without Weight Gain

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2024/08/21

I recently spent summer vacation in Portugal with my entire American family. After 3 weeks of travel, I returned home weighing exactly the same as when I left. In this episode, I share the strategies and mindset that helped me maintain my weight during the trip.Key Takeaways:1. Plan Ahead: Think about how you'll manage your food and meals before your trip.2. Stick to the Basics: Maintain the core elements of your regular routine, such as eating protein and vegetables and getting enough sleep.3. Stay

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#44: How To Stop Snacking

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2024/08/14

Ever feel like snacking is sabotaging your weight loss journey? I would say it is among the biggest challenges for women who work with me, and you are not alone. In this episode, I want to talk about the urge to snack, the impact it has on your weight loss, and skills you can practice to be able to stop.In this discussion, I explore the primary causes, beginning with physiological factors such as under-eating or consuming unbalanced meals, which can prompt cravings for quick energy sources. I then

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#43: Change Can Happen Fast

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2024/08/07

In July, I carried out a free, 5 Day, 5 Habits Challenge. The objective was to implement some simple, easy, lifestyle habits that would have a big impact on the scale if done consistently.The participants were so engaged and saw such an impact on their health in such a short time frame that I wanted all my podcast listeners to benefit.Thus, I have put together all the content from the challenge into this episode.Key topics:Day 1: Elevating Your Eating Experience -both while at the table and tuning

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#42: Unexpected Benefits Of Walking

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2024/07/31

Welcome back to The French Weigh with your host, Karen Gombault.In this episode, I make a case for walking & why it should be a cornerstone of your wellness routine. My journey with walking began with my father as an example, who was a walking pioneer starting in the 60s! Despite his early example, it wasn’t until later in life that I truly embraced it and understood the benefits, many of them unexpected.In my forties, after running extensively for years, I finally found that walking serves me

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#41: Coffee Chat with Nan Saysana, The Cravings Coach

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2024/07/24

In today’s episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Nan Saysana, who shared some amazing strategies for managing cravings and sticking to our food plans. If you’ve ever battled with cravings like I have then this episode is a must-listen.Nan emphasizes the importance of being aware when a craving hits. She explains the power of embracing the physical sensations, the role our environment plays in our decisions, and exploring the root causes behind those pesky cravings. Nan also highlights the

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#40: (Re)Write Your Own Story

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2024/07/17

Welcome back to The French Weigh with your host, Karen Gombault.What story are you telling yourself about your weight loss journey? That it has been hard? A constant uphill battle? All consuming?How you think about your weight loss journey matters, and it directly influences your energy, attitude, mindset and results. And that’s why, it’s time to look at your past experiences and rewrite them into a story that is empowering and that serves you.I'll be sharing my personal weight loss journey over the

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#39: Boosting Mental Fitness With Positive Intelligence*

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2024/07/10

Welcome back to The French Weigh with your host, Karen Gombault.Ever feel like your mind is always on autopilot, tossing negative thoughts at you left and right? Today we’re going to talk about Positive Intelligence, a coaching philosophy that I use in my every day life in order to respond to life’s daily challenges with positive thoughts, instead of negative ones.So, what’s Positive Intelligence*? Founded by Shirzad Chamine, this coaching philosophy combines neuroscience, performance science,

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#38: The Tour de France

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2024/07/03

Welcome back to The French Weigh with your host, Karen Gombault.Today, let’s talk about the fascinating world of the Tour de France and the learnings you can take away regarding your health and weight loss goals.If you haven’t watched it – go binge the Netflix documentary on the mythical race. I loved it and as we roll into July 2024, it’s the perfect time to chat about what these elite cyclists can teach us about our own weight loss journey.From the get-go, I was surprised to learn that the race is

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#37: Be Your Own Cheerleader

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2024/06/26

Bonjour, and welcome to another episode of The French Weigh with your host, Karen Gombault. Today, we’ve got a very important topic to explore—being your own cheerleader!Whether you’re just starting your weight loss journey, midway through, or already at your goal weight, having someone cheering you on is crucial. I think no matter where we are in life, we could all use the extra support from someone on the sidelines, rooting us on. However, most of us don’t have a coach whispering motivational

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#36: The Impact of Asking Powerful Questions

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2024/06/19

Bonjour, everyone, and welcome to another episode of The French Weigh with your host, Karen Gombault. In today’s episode, we’re talking about something that can truly transform your life—asking powerful questions. This might sound simple, but the questions you ask yourself make a world of difference in how you navigate life’s challenges.My husband and I recently went golfing for the first time in a while, and let's just say, my irons weren't cooperating. I spent the whole game bombarding myself with

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#35: Navigating a Major Life Event With Ease

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2024/06/12

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 early, a bank account mysteriously dipping into negative six figures, and our washing machine giving up the ghost—all within a span

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#34: Journaling

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2024/06/05

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’re diving into a topic that has been incredibly transformative for both my life and the lives of many of my clients—journaling

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

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2024/05/29

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: Dr. Haymeyer and Karen discuss the all-or-nothing mindset and its detrimental effects on health and weight management. They

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#32 : How My Clients Get Rapid Transformations

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2024/05/15

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 able to focus on themselves and their weight loss, to stepping into their power at work.My coaching philosophy is deeply

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#31: Unlocking Life Focus: Lessons from French Culture

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2024/05/01

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, whether through reading diverse materials, watching documentaries, or visiting museums and exhibits.Experiencing: This involves

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