The Forties Formula | Perimenopause, Lifestyle & Health for Women Over 40

Can a toxic boss actually make you a better leader?▶ Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/vmmg3rD_Sh4In this clip, we explore the story of a founder who worked in a high-pressure corporate environment where extreme expectations were worn as badges of honor. Looking back, those experiences became valuable lessons in empathy, leadership, and building a healthier company culture.The conversation dives into what separates great leaders from toxic ones, why trust matters, and how the best managers help people grow by lifting them up, not tearing them down....

In this episode of The Forties Formula, Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with Leila Foster, Behaviour Change Strategist and Wellness Architect, to explore why lasting change can be so difficult, even when we genuinely want it.They explore why our brains return to familiar patterns, how chronic stress affects our ability to change, why expectations create resentment, and how to recognise when a trigger isn't actually about you.Finally, Leila shares her 40s formula: stop doing what you're told, make micro-adjustments, know your season, hold your paradox, ask for help, and never outsource...

Watch the full episode to know more about the Uranus opposition, a significant astrological event occurring around age 40-42 that impacts everyone. This period often initiates a deep personal growth journey, prompting reflection on midlife purpose and identity. Understanding these zodiac signs and planetary influences can provide insights into these life changes. In this episode:

In this episode of The Forties Formula, Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim are joined by podiatrist Paul Macaulay to explore one of the most overlooked aspects of women's health: foot health in midlife.From pregnancy and perimenopause to years of wearing the wrong shoes, our feet go through enormous changes that can affect everything from plantar fasciitis and bunions to knee pain, hip pain, back pain, balance, and long-term mobility.Paul explains why most women are wearing the wrong shoe size, how hormones change our tendons and ligaments, why "comfortable" shoes aren't always the healthiest...

https://youtu.be/qNEVAR_R4VY This episode is for every woman who has ever felt like motherhood changed her more than she expected. And for anyone trying to understand why so many mothers are struggling silently behind the scenes. Because maybe the problem isn’t that women are failing motherhood. Maybe the expectations were impossible to begin with. We talk about: • Why motherhood can feel emotionally overwhelming even when you “wanted this” • What matrescence actually means; and why more women are finally talking about it • The invisible identity shift that happens after having children • Why so many women feel isolated...

What happens when you wake up one day and realise you've lost yourself inside your relationship?In this deeply honest conversation, Amanda Lim and Jasmin Dhillon sit down with relationship and divorce coach Cheryl Kennedy McDonald to unpack the invisible process of identity loss in long-term relationships. From self-concept erosion and trauma bonds to gaslighting, narcissistic abuse and the emotional reality of divorce, this episode explores why so many women stay, how toxic relationship patterns develop, and what it truly takes to rebuild your sense of self.Cheryl explains why leaving isn't simply about willpower...

If you’re raising a daughter, working with young people, or simply trying to understand the pressures girls face today, this episode will shift how you see it all.This episode explores the significant impact of social dynamics and group dynamics on girls during adolescence. We discuss how peer relationships carry immense emotional weight and how social influence shapes teen behavior. Understanding these relationships is crucial for supporting healthy identity development in young women.We have covered:The subtle signs your daughter may be struggling (that are easy to miss)Why pu...

In this episode of The Forties Formula, Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim are joined by obesity medicine physician Dr. Christle Gueverra to unpack one of the most polarising topics in women's health today: GLP-1 medications.Are drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro simply "weight loss injections" or are they finally treating a biological problem that millions of women have been blamed for their entire lives?Drawing from both her medical expertise and her own personal experience using GLP-1 therapy, Dr. Christle explains why so many women in their 40s suddenly struggle with weight, appetite and...

This episode explores the challenges of maintaining a rigid self-image and how it impacts our emotional resilience. We discuss the importance of cultivating self awareness and recognizing that true self-worth comes from within. Ultimately, finding inner peace requires letting go of inflexible self-perceptions, encouraging personal growth and valuable life lessons. 💛

In this episode of The Forties Formula, Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim are joined by women's health physician Dr. Sheetal Sastrawala to unpack one of the biggest changes in women's health in decades: the proposed renaming of PCOS to PMOS (Poly-Endocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome).Why does this matter? Because experts now believe we've been treating PCOS as an ovarian condition when it's actually a lifelong metabolic disorder driven primarily by insulin resistance. This shift has huge implications for diagnosis, fertility, pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause, cardiovascular health, and how millions of women are treated around the world.<...

The discussion about diet culture and the weight loss industry highlights its pervasive influence as a multi-billion dollar business, often shaping our "social norms." We explore how this "diet trend" can contribute to harmful "eating disorders" and impact our relationship with "food culture." This conversation emphasizes the deep societal embedding of these ideas.Hosted by Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda LimConnect with Amanda & Jasmin: https://www.instagram.com/thefortiesformula/Jasmin Dhillon - https://www.instagram.com/eat.with.jasminAmanda Lim - https://www.instagram.com/coachamandalim

In this episode of The Forties Formula, we explore why midlife can become a turning point for relationships. We unpack how changing priorities, emotional needs, resentment, intimacy, communication, motherhood, and self-worth all influence the decisions women make during this stage of life.In this episode, we discuss:• Why so many women begin questioning their relationships after 40• How perimenopause can influence emotions, identity and relationships• The hidden resentment that quietly builds over the years• Why communication, not compatibility, is often the real issue• Marriage, motherhood and the invisible mental loa...

summary In this clip of The Forties Formula, Amanda and Jasmin explore the nuances of conscious parenting, emotional regulation, and repairing family relationships. They share personal stories, challenge stereotypes, and offer practical insights for mindful parenting and self-compassion. conscious parenting, emotional regulation, repair relationships, tiger mom, self-compassion, family dynamics, parenting tips Is gentle parenting just letting your kids do whatever they want? A parenting educator explains why conscious parenting still needs a hierarchy — and why apologising to your children when you get it wrong builds more trust than never getting it wrong at al...

Have you ever completely lost your temper… and then immediately wondered, "What's wrong with me?"If you're finding yourself more irritable, more reactive, or snapping at the people you love in your 40s, you're not alone… and it may have far less to do with your personality than you think.This week, we're joined by psychotherapist, bestselling author and host of The Therapy Edit podcast, Anna Mathur, to unpack why so many women experience anger, overwhelm and rage during midlife. Together, we explore the hidden emotional load women carry, how perimenopause changes our stress response, why...

Why do so many women stay quiet… even when they don’t agree?In this 5-minute clip from The Forties Formula, we explore how early conditioning, cultural norms, and workplace dynamics shape the way we communicate — and why so many of us hold back, even when we have something important to say.Featuring global communication expert Heather Hansen, this conversation breaks down the hidden patterns behind confidence, voice, and visibility — especially for women navigating midlife and leadership.What you’ll learn:• How childhood conditioning shapes the way we use our voice • Why confidence...

Most women are told they’re “cleared” at six weeks postpartum. But according to sports medicine physician Dr. Morgan Lee, that clearance has very little to do with true recovery.In this episode of The Forties Formula, Dr. Morgan explains why so many women continue to struggle with pelvic floor dysfunction, diastasis recti, back pain, weakness, injuries, and exercise setbacks years after having children—and why these symptoms are often dismissed as “just getting older.”Drawing on her experience working with elite athletes, Dr. Morgan shares why mothers should be treated like athletes during recovery, how pregnanc...

The Power of Hormones, Lifestyle & Self Compassion in Women's Health in Their 40s This is a clip from The Forties Formula in Focus with hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim with @drolivialesslar . It focuses on navigating women's health in midlife, especially addressing hormonal changes during perimenopause, the influence of lifestyle, and the importance of self-compassion. Challenge outdated narratives and highlight practical strategies to thrive in your 40s and beyond. In this episode: - How hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has evolved and its neuroprotective benefits - Common misconceptions around HRT and breast...

In today’s episode of The Forties Formula, Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with counselor, walk-and-talk therapist, and self-described "Dad in Progress," Simon Parkin.Motherhood isn't just exhausting because of sleepless nights. It's exhausting because of the invisible load—the planning, organizing, remembering, and emotional labor that keeps families running behind the scenes. While many fathers are showing up more than ever before, many mothers still find themselves carrying responsibilities that often go unseen and unacknowledged.In this honest Father's Day conversation, Simon shares what emotionally available fatherhood really looks like, why communication ofte...

content typeInterview primary goalEducational summaryIn this episode, we explore the critical health risks women face during menopause and how lifestyle medicine can help prevent and manage these issues. Our expert discusses the six pillars of health—nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, social connections, and reducing harmful substances—and provides practical tips for women in their forties. keywordsmenopause, women's health, lifestyle medicine, bone health, heart health, mental health, nutrition, menopause symptoms, aging, wellness key topicsHealth risks of meno...

In today’s episode of The Forties Formula, Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with attorney, healthcare privacy expert, entrepreneur, and mother of three, Lauren.In this conversation, we explore:• The hidden risks women should understand before starting birth control in midlife• Why women's health research still leaves many unanswered questions• The emotional impact of chronic illness and losing your former identity• How Lauren went from a wheelchair to rebuilding her independence• Integrative medicine, recovery, and finding answers beyond conventional care• The role of therap...