Article: S02E01 | SOPHIE DIBDIN, FOUNDER OF KALON
S02E01 | SOPHIE DIBDIN, FOUNDER OF KALON
Welcome to the 2nd season of POING FORT, the podcast that gives you the weapons of self-confidence.
During my career at L'Oréal, I often faced imposter syndrome. To assert my style and sharpen my courage, I armed myself with my signature "power look" - a red lip and unique jewelry - and I wondered what was the secret of those who seemed so sure of themselves.
This podcast was born from this personal quest. I invite women who, like me, have faced their fears to achieve their dreams. Together, we explore what pushed them to defy their doubts to achieve their ambitions, so that you too can reveal your strong fist and feel fully aligned with yourself.
Today, I am delighted to welcome Sophie Fourçans Dibdin to my microphone!
At 15, she sets herself a challenge: she will one day be on the LIDO stage. At 17, she passes the selection with flying colors. At 18, she finally realizes her dream… She is now part of the company she had dreamed of so much. Even if she meets people who will mark her life forever, she suffers the other side of the coin…
How to love your body in an environment of constant pressure? How did she manage to make her sports method a reference?
Why does Sophie feel powerful when she wears the Dancing K earring?
I hope you like this new episode!
LIMITED EDITION "DANCING K" EARRING
MARGAUX: How did the idea for KALON come about?
Sophie: A teacher told me "any good entrepreneur knows how to recognize an opportunity and seize it". Cabaret and fitness have existed for a long time, yet no one before me had thought of associating them, even though there is a real curiosity surrounding the cabaret world. People want to be inspired by the dancers' workouts to have a certain physique and a certain lifestyle.
I started by organizing events in Paris while I was an assistant to a CEO in fashion. I obtained a conventional break and it allowed me to put myself 100% on the creation of KALON.
MARGAUX: How would you describe the relationship you have with your body?
SOPHIE: Today, I have an excellent relationship with my body, but I can tell you that this was not the case at all for a long time.
Since leaving Lido, I stopped comparing myself or obsessing about my weight. I practice our Kalon method, I don't diet, I miss what I want. The goal of going to KALON is not to lose weight, it's to feel good about your body, it's to have good posture and to feel confident.
MARGAUX: Can you tell me about the Kalon coaches’ signature look and your vision of beauty?
SOPHIE: My signature look is lipstick, earrings, an outfit that highlights you and that will help you feel good about yourself and confident.
Beauty, for me, is a beauty that you don't forget. I'm not very quiet beauty, quiet luxury, I like red lipsticks, strong personalities.
Discover Sophie's episode!
