The Forties Formula

What if your body already knows how to heal — it just needs someone to help it remember? In this clip from The Forties Formula in Focus, Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with two certified BodyTalk practitioners based in Singapore: Rieke Hartwell and Sufen Paphassarang. Together, they explore how BodyTalk — a holistic healing modality that addresses the whole person rather than isolated symp...

Struggling with poor sleep, night wakings, or feeling exhausted no matter how long you stay in bed? Wondering why sleep gets harder in your 40s, even when you’re doing everything “right”? In this episode, we sit down with sleep expert and CBT-I researcher Dr. Susan McCurry to unpack why sleep often worsens for women in midlife and what healthy sleep actually looks like. From hormonal shifts during...

In this clip from The Forties Formula Podcast, Hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with @DrLowChaiLing to explore the common skin changes women experience in their 40s, noting a shift from oily to combination skin as cell turnover slows. We discuss essential skincare tips to maintain glowing skin and address concerns for women over 40. Learn how to adapt your skin care routine for healthy...

What if building a business didn’t take you away from your family… but actually gave you more time with them? In this episode of The Forties Formula , we sit down with Michelle Hon — entrepreneur, mum of three, and the woman behind the “Chill Mom” philosophy — to challenge everything we’ve been told about ambition, motherhood, and what it really takes to build a successful business. Michelle share...

Embracing Motherhood: Breaking the Myths and Finding Balance In this episode, Claire Jedrek, Singapore's first female racing car driver, shares her raw and honest journey through motherhood, mental health, and personal growth. She discusses the importance of self-compassion, confronting societal expectations, and redefining what it means to be a successful mother. This is a powerful reminder for m...

Have you ever gone quiet in a meeting when you knew you had the right answer? Or softened your tone to avoid being "too much"? You were muted — and it wasn't your fault. This week we're joined by Heather Hansen, global communication specialist, TEDx speaker, author of Unmuted , and PhD candidate in Linguistics. Her viral TEDx talk "2 Billion Voices: How to Speak Bad English Perfectly" has sparked...

Struggling with weight loss after 40? Perimenopause weight gain, hormonal shifts, and a slower metabolism after 40 make midlife weight loss feel impossible — but it's not just your metabolism. In this clip from The Forties Formula in Focus, Laura Phillips joins Amanda & Jasmin to break down why weight loss for women over 40 requires a completely different approach — and what actually works. ☕...

Midlife health, perimenopause symptoms, anxiety, sleep issues, burnout and hormone imbalance — why women in their 40s feel “off” even when tests are normal. In this episode of The Forties Formula, hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with Dr Olivia Lesslar to unpack why so many women in their 40s feel like something has shifted in their body — yet struggle to get clear answers. If you’ve e...

Have you spent years thinking you're "too emotional," "too lazy," or "just anxious"… only to wonder if it might actually be ADHD? You're not alone. ADHD in women is massively underdiagnosed — especially for women over 40 who've spent decades masking their symptoms just to keep up. In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Emma Waddington breaks down WHY women's ADHD looks so different, how it get...

What really happens to a woman’s body, mind, and identity in her 40s? The answers are rarely discussed openly. Hosted by Jasmin Dhillon , an Integrated Health Strategist specialising in gut health, hormones and midlife wellbeing, and Amanda Lim , director of Lift Clinic and a leading expert in female strength and metabolism, The Forties Formula explores the real shifts women experience in midlife....

Struggling with metabolism, belly fat, or low energy in your 40s? Wondering if your protein intake is actually helping — or making things worse? In this episode we unpack how protein influences metabolism, hormones, muscle, and body composition in midlife. Many women in their 40s are unknowingly under-eating protein, eating it at the wrong times, or relying on “high-protein” marketing that doesn’t...

What if the fear you keep avoiding is actually the clearest sign you are meant to grow? In this episode of The Forties Formula, we sit down with Bhavna Toor to explore the power of conscious choice and why you are only one decision away from a new direction. From leaving a secure corporate career to starting over in a new country, Bhavna shares how choosing courage over comfort reshaped her life a...

Is your 40s a crisis… or the most powerful reset of your life? In this milestone Episode 100 of The 40s Formula , we flip the script and answer the question we’ve asked every guest: What actually works in your forties? After 100 episodes and countless expert insights, we distill everything into one clear roadmap: the Body Fix, the Mind Fix, and the Life Fix . We cut through diet culture, burnout,...

Is the "Tiger Mom" approach actually damaging, or is Western parenting too permissive? In this episode of The Forties Formula, we sit down with conscious parenting coach Cornelia Dahinten and Anabel Chew to dismantle the myths surrounding Asian parenting versus Western styles. --------- CHAPTERS 00:00 – Episode Snippet 03:38 – Traditional vs Modern Parenting Styles 13:48 – Sponsor Break: Cozy Eart...

Most women in their 40s are told their fatigue, brain fog, and low energy are “just hormones,” but iron deficiency is often the missing piece. In this episode, we explain why iron status plays a critical role in energy, focus, and overall performance in midlife. Family physician DR. TASH MIRANDO joins us to unpack how iron functions as the body’s oxygen transport system, why low ferritin can look...

Most women are judged within seconds of entering a room—before saying a single word. In this episode, we reveal the science of nonverbal communication and how to be confident instantly without faking it. Nonverbal specialist Pamela Puja Kirpalani joins us to unpack why body language shapes authority more than words. We discuss the psychology of first impressions, why "confidence" isn't enough, and...

Are you dealing with bladder urgency, urinary incontinence, or painful sex in your 40s? You are not alone. In this episode of The Forties Formula, we dive deep into pelvic floor dysfunction—the invisible health crisis affecting women in perimenopause and beyond. Most women prepare for wrinkles and hot flashes, but few are taught about pelvic health. We sit down with PREET SINGH , a pelvic health p...

In this episode of The Forties Formula podcast , hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with A MY KUNROJPANYA , a global executive and multilingual leader, to talk about the parts of professional success most people do not see. They explore how women manage ambition, leadership and motherhood while contending with chronic pain and women’s health concerns such as endometriosis. Amy shares pra...

In this deeply reflective episode of The Forties Formula podcast , hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with LAILA WHITE , former Reebok master trainer, fitness company founder, and Mrs. Singapore runner-up, to explore what it truly means to reinvent yourself across seasons of life. Laila reflects on how detours shaped her career, how resilience and discipline became her compass, and why s...

❤️ Healing doesn’t begin with answers. It begins with awareness of the body, the patterns, and the stories we’ve been carrying far longer than we realize. In this deeply reflective episode of The Forties Formula podcast , hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with NUR ADAM , , a trauma-informed therapist and somatic healing practitioner, to explore the powerful and often misunderstood dynam...

❤️ Growth rarely begins with dramatic transformations. More often, it starts quietly, with a single decision repeated over time. In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast , hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with AMELIA BAILEY , founder of the Happy Girl Movement, to talk about how a simple daily walk became a powerful anchor for mental health, confidence, and self-trust....

❤️ "Your body is incredible; treat it well and it will give back." In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast , hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim share a collection of honest moments from women who have previously joined the show, all answering one simple question: What’s your 40s formula? Their reflections speak to the quiet questions many women ask in this decade, especially whe...

💇‍♀️ “Your hair isn’t just about style; it’s deeply connected to identity, confidence, and the season of life you’re in.” In this insightful episode of The Forties Formula podcast , hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with TONI OVENDEN , a seasoned hair expert, educator and Founder of Love Hair HK & SG, to unpack the powerful relationship between hair, hormones, life transitions, and...

“Stress isn’t always the culprit; sometimes the problem is literally right under your tongue 👅.” In this inspiring episode of The Forties Formula podcast , hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with VERONICA ONG , a nutritionist, bodywork practitioner, and founder of Nourish Naturally and The Holistic Space by Nourish Naturally to uncover a surprising culprit behind fatigue, stress, poor s...

💪🏿 “Strength, health, and self-respect are achieved not for anyone else’s approval, but for the fulfillment of living authentically in your own body.” In this inspiring episode of The Forties Formula podcast , hosts Jasmin Dhillon and Amanda Lim sit down with comedian MELISSA SARAH WEE, founder of Guilty Pleasure by M.S.W, lifestyle and fitness enthusiast, and experienced personal trainer. Melis...