My Dad’s Emergency Heart Surgery: What It Taught Me About Life, Stress & Health

In this season finale of Females Thriving Over 30, Soraya and Jasmine open up about a deeply personal topic: heart health. Following Jasmine’s dad’s shocking emergency heart surgery and his recent diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, the conversation dives into the emotional, physical, and lifestyle changes that come after a major health scare.From genetic testing and CPR awareness to stress, lifestyle habits, and how modern life impacts our well-being — this candid episode is equal parts eye-opening and heart-warming.We also talk about slowing down, cherishing loved ones, prioritizing health, and the realities of navigating life in your 30s and beyond.Plus, hear about the exciting initiatives Jasmine is involved in with the British Heart Foundation Women’s Business Board, upcoming charity challenges, and a hilarious brainstorm of boat races, punting podcasts, and skydiving (maybe 😅).Grab a warm drink, get cosy, and join us for a powerful final episode before our Christmas break. 🎄❤️✨ What You’ll Learn:What happened during Jasmine’s dad’s emergency heart surgery & diagnosisThe genetic side of heart disease and the testing processWhy heart disease affects women more than most people realizeHow stress, lifestyle, and modern habits impact long-term healthPractical ways to prioritise health without guiltWhy slowing down is sometimes the most productive thing you can doThe importance of expressing love and appreciation to the people around youWays you can support the British Heart FoundationOur plans for charity fundraisers, meet-ups & fun 2026 adventures📚 Resources & Mentions:British Heart Foundation Women’s Business Board Giving Page - https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/heartofeastmidslandswbb British Heart Foundation Online CPR Training Tool - https://www.bhf.org.uk/how-you-can-help/how-to-save-a-life/how-to-do-cpr/learn-cpr-in-15-minutes?&utm_campaign=revivrppc~24-115&utm_medium=ppc&utm_source=google&utm_content=adcopy&utm_term=Headline&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=15868423888&gbraid=0AAAAAD6mX54Zp91TXR6LNDYW0URFkbLQx&gclid=Cj0KCQiA9OnJBhD-ARIsAPV51xPXp0ONJWyGQQL4kATWwx8WJxVq8AkyrDALjEDpQbcHLolhYOq6VI0aAjXfEALw_wcBUpcoming 10K charity run (details in future episodes)Future guest experts from the British Heart Foundation💬 Join the Conversation:We want to hear from YOU! 👇 Comment below:Has heart health affected you or someone you love?What habits are you trying to change going into 2026?What topics do you want us to cover in the new year?Any guests you'd love to hear on the podcast?And… would you watch a Females Thriving Over 30 episode filmed on a boat? 🚣‍♀️😂Stay connected 🎧 Subscribe for more chats for women 30+ 📸 Follow us on IG & TikTok: @FemalesThrivingOverthirty 📩 Business/guest enquiries: [email protected]📝 Leave us a review—it really helps!British Heart Foundation, heart disease in women, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, emergency heart surgery story, genetic testing heart disease, CPR training British Heart Foundation, women’s health podcast, stress and health in your 30s, lifestyle changes for heart health, IVF journey, slowing down in your 30s, modern life burnout, Christmas wellbeing, heart health awareness, female wellness podcast, Females Thriving Over 30 podcast