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How to Project Confidence at Work When Perimenopause Is Undermining You From the Inside
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- The Forties Formula
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- Feb 4, 2026
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- 3369
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Summary
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 the specific communication skills you need to command respect at work and in social settings. --------- CHAPTERS 00:00 – Episode Snippet 00:55 – Introducing our guest, Pamela Puja Kirpalani 14:32 – Why mindset drives body language 17:43 – Confidence versus congruence 21:33 – How to spot disengagement in others 24:16 – Sponsor Break: Love, Indus 27:00 – The “gesture box” and controlled movement 31:26 – The four components of nonverbal communication 33:42 – Sponsor Break: Cozy Earth 42:52 – Fuel Your Forties: Boiled eggs 44:54 – Reframing perimenopause body cues as useful data 46:58 – The three nonverbal tools for clean exits 51:06 – The 40s formula: Listening to the body before it screams 52:50 – We're allowed to change 🎙️ ABOUT OUR GUEST Pamela Puja Kirpalani is a nonverbal communication specialist who helps women understand presence without performance. We dive deep into how posture, foot positioning, gestures, and microexpressions influence how others perceive us. Connect with Puja: @innerhighlivingofficial 👩❤️👩 ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Jasmin Dhillon (@eat.with.jasmin) is an Integrated Health Strategist dedicated to helping women navigate their wellness journey with clarity. Amanda Lim (@coachamandalim) is a certified Women’s Health Coach and nutritionist passionate about strength and vitality. Together, they are the voices behind The Forties Formula, your destination for unfilt…