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Jun 2025
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Be curious with Nan Saysana

Trista Guertin
About this episode

In the premiere episode of 'Ask A Coach,' I introduce this passion project designed to highlight the talent and wisdom of life coaches.

Nan, a Paris-based Life Coach School certified coach, went from a stressed English teacher to a bodybuilding enthusiast at 50.

She discusses the importance of curiosity in coaching, emphasizing the role of a coach as a detective rather than a judge.

Nan advises new coaches to ask questions and stay curious, offering thoughts that help maintain curiosity in sessions. Her simple and kind approach aims to help clients overcome food-related challenges without guilt or shame.

CONNECT WITH NAN

Step 1: Start Here — Get Inspired by Real Stories & Practical Tools

Let my experience as a coach support you. These free resources are a great way to begin:


Step 2: Ready to Stop Overeating? Use These Free Mini-Guides

Simple tools to help you feel more in control — starting today:


Step 3: Let’s Connect!

Let’s chat 1:1 about your goals:


Nan (short for Nadège Saysana) used to be an English teacher in Paris, but now she helps people feel better about food and their bodies. She knows what it’s like to struggle with eating too much and feeling like food is in charge. She’s been there, but now she’s in control. Nan is a trained Life and Weight Loss Coach who is certified from The Life Coach School and Corinne Crabtree’s...

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