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What if being “the strong one” was never strength… but survival?In this solo episode of The Brave Table, Dr. Neeta dives deeper into the hidden emotional burden many eldest daughters carry, especially in immigrant families, high-stress households, and environments where children were forced to grow up too fast.From becoming the peacekeeper and emotional regulator of the family… to struggling with hyper-independence, guilt, over-functioning, and burnout later in life — this episode unpacks the trauma patterns that often go unseen.This isn’t just about family roles. It’s about nervous systems, identity, and the invisible emotional labor so many women have normalized for years.🧠 In this episode, we explore:– what “parentification” actually means – why eldest daughters become emotional caretakers – the immigrant family dynamic & survival mode – hypervigilance, over-functioning & nervous system stress – why receiving help feels uncomfortable or unsafe – how the “fixer” identity forms in childhood – the emotional cost of always being needed – intergenerational trauma & breaking inherited patterns – why your worth is not tied to how much you carry – learning to choose peace without guiltThis Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics🌸 This Women’s History Month, celebrate your circle with the gift of ritual — buy 2 Chai Tonics and get 1 free. Spread the love, share the pause, and sip slow together at https://bit.ly/chaitonics.Discover which chai blend matches your vibe with my FREE quiz: https://chaitonics.com/pages/chai-quiz Breathe better with JASPR🌿 Spring cleaning starts with your air. Protect your home with JASPR and get $200 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave, because caring for your people begins with the space that holds them. Support your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHAN🔗 If this resonated, continue listening:– Episode 149: Emotional Hygiene: How to Repair & Be with Your Emotions When They Get Out of ControlApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/149-emotional-hygiene-how-to-repair-be-with-your/id1608226580?i=1000623923484Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/global-grit-media/episodes/149-Emotional-Hygiene-How-to-Repair--Be-with-Your-Emotions-When-They-Get-Out-of-Control-with-Dr--Neeta-Bhushan-e2e79os– Episode 230: Why It’s NOT Selfish to Take Care of Your Mental Health with Karishma PatelApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/230-why-its-not-selfish-to-take-care-of-your-mental/id1608226580?i=1000657929608Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/global-grit-media/episodes/230-Why-Its-NOT-Selfish-to-Take-Care-of-Your-Mental-Health-with-Karishma-Patel-e2kh84k– Episode 246: Parenting Plot Twist: Your Kids Can Help You Heal Generational Trauma with Dr. Neeta BhushanApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/246-parenting-plot-twist-your-kids-can-help-you/id1608226580Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/global-grit-media/episodes/246-Navigating-Emotional-Turbulence-Parenting-Resilient-Children-When-Healing-Your-Inner-Child💬 Reflect on this:Were you taught to be loved… or were you taught to be useful?Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments.🔔 Follow for more:IG / https://www.instagram.com/neetabhushan/ IG / https://www.instagram.com/thebravetable/ TIKTOK / https://www.tiktok.com/@neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com👤 About Dr. Neeta BhushanDr. Neeta Bhushan is a TEDx speaker, emotional health educator, and host of The Brave Table helping high-achieving women heal patterns of burnout, over-functioning, and emotional survival.🏷️ TAGSeldest daughter syndrome, parentification, intergenerational trauma, nervous system regulation, immigrant families, emotional burnout, hyper independence, emotional healing, women’s mental health, the brave table

Turning 40 isn’t the beginning of decline. It’s the beginning of remembering who you really are.In this episode of The Brave Table, I sit down with Sarah Jane Ho, Netflix host of Mind Your Manners, entrepreneur, and educator in Traditional Chinese Medicine & Feng Shui, for a conversation that goes far beyond wellness trends.We talk about aging, identity, healing, tiger parenting, spiritual awakening, and the ancient Chinese practices that women have used for generations to protect their energy, hormones, and emotional well-being.From hot water rituals and emotional healing… to perimenopause, nervous system regulation, and why so many women feel disconnected from their bodies today, this episode is packed with wisdom that feels both ancient and deeply relevant.🧠 In this episode, we explore:– - Why life feels radically different after 40, - Growing up with pressure, perfectionism & tiger parenting, - The emotional cost of performing your entire life Sarah Jane’s spiritual awakening before turning 40, - the healing power of sharing shame & hidden stories - how Traditional Chinese Medicine views women’s health – Why hot water is one of the most important wellness habits – what TCM says about bloating, cold drinks & energy – Early perimenopause symptoms women are missing – Ancient Chinese rituals for longevity, hormones & vitality🔗 If this resonated, continue listening:– Episode 157: Signs of a Dysregulated Nervous System & How to Regulate – Episode 149: Emotional Hygiene & Processing Emotions – Episode 103: Nervous System Regulation & Self-Care👤 Connect with Sarah Jane Ho📸 Instagram: @sarajaneho 📺 Netflix: Mind Your Manners 🎙️ Podcast: Hot Water by Sarah Jane Ho 📖 Book: Mind Your Manners - https://www.amazon.in/Mind-Your-Manners-Insiders-Fluency-ebook/dp/B0CLKZ9DJ2 🌿 Anti-Aging + Vaginal Wellness Brand: https://antevortalabs.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnizgdzrTFNiHdREtkhmjiEDZbSCPhwcVX2TmVK6kuntKfVhXeh60uWxSYzrQ_aem_bW8TmcEIG9yht9f7Bmqx5A💬 Reflect on this:What’s one belief about health, aging, or womanhood… That you’re finally ready to unlearn?Drop it in the comments.his Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics🌸 This Women’s History Month, celebrate your circle with the gift of ritual — buy 2 Chai Tonics and get 1 free. Spread the love, share the pause, and sip slow together at https://bit.ly/chaitonics.Discover which chai blend matches your vibe with my FREE quiz: https://chaitonics.com/pages/chai-quiz Breathe better with JASPR🌿 Spring cleaning starts with your air. Protect your home with JASPR and get $200 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave, because caring for your people begins with the space that holds them. Support your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHAN🔔 Follow for more:IG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com🏷️ TAGStraditional chinese medicine, perimenopause, women over 40, hot water benefits, feminine energy, wellness, healing, tiger parenting, emotional healing, spirituality, hormones, menopause, the brave table

What if the hardest part of growth isn’t starting something new?It’s letting go of what you’ve already built.In this episode of The Brave Table, I sit down with Christine Chang, entrepreneur, former photographer, author, and filmmaker, to explore what it really takes to pivot your life, identity, and career.Because starting over isn’t just a strategic decision.It’s an emotional one.Christine opens up about walking away from a successful photography career where she was known, respected, and thriving financially, only to step into an entirely new industry where no one knew her name.Together, we unpack the fear of reinvention, identity shifts, creative courage, purpose, and what it means to trust yourself enough to begin again.If you've ever felt caught between the life you've built and the life that's calling you forward, this conversation is for you.WHAT YOU'LL GET OUT OF THIS EPISODE...✨ Why saying goodbye to your current identity can feel so difficult✨ The fear of leaving something you're already successful at✨ What it feels like to start over in a space where no one knows you✨ How to follow what feels aligned, even when the path is uncertain✨ The difference between making money and feeling fulfilled✨ Why putting yourself in the right rooms changes everything✨ How creative work can unlock emotional healing✨ The power of networking through service and generosity✨ What it really takes to commit to a new path✨ The courage required to reinvent yourselfCONNECT WITH CHRISTINE CHANGInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/cchangandco/Film:Making Space: A Goodbye Love StoryChristine Chang is an entrepreneur, former photographer, author, and filmmaker whose work explores reinvention, creativity, grief, identity, and the courage it takes to follow a new calling. Through storytelling and film, she inspires others to embrace change and trust their own evolution.SUPPORT OUR GUEST 💛🎬 Making Space: A Goodbye Love StoryChristine's latest film explores themes of change, loss, identity, and the transformative power of making space for what comes next.THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY🌸 Chai TonicsCelebrate your circle with the gift of ritual.Buy 2 Chai Tonics and get 1 free.https://bit.ly/chaitonicsTake the FREE Chai Quiz:https://chaitonics.com/pages/chai-quiz🌿 JASPRBreathe cleaner air and create a healthier home.Get $200 off with code BRAVE:https://jaspr.co/brave✨ REJŪVScience-backed red light therapy for recovery, repair, and optimal wellness.Use code BRAVETABLE:https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHANIF THIS EPISODE RESONATED, CONTINUE LISTENING:🎙️ Episode with Vasavi Kumar: How to Stop Performing and Start Being Yourselfhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6dKc6Nev4w🎙️ Episode with Raj the Astrologer: Trusting Your Path During Major Life Transitionshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AtravqaYAyc🎙️ Episode 157: Signs of a Dysregulated Nervous System & How to Regulatehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/157-signs-of-a-dysregulated-nervous-system-how-to-regulate/id1608226580?i=1000626930630FOLLOW THE BRAVE TABLEInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/neetabhushan/The Brave Table:https://www.instagram.com/thebravetable/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@neeta.bhushanWebsite:https://neetabhushan.comDr. Neeta Bhushan is a TEDx speaker, author, emotional health advocate, and host of The Brave Table podcast. Through conversations on healing, identity, resilience, purpose, and personal growth, she helps people navigate life’s transitions with greater courage, clarity, and connection.💬 REFLECTION QUESTIONWhat are you holding onto that you know you've outgrown?Drop it in the comments, I’d love to hear.🎙️ Subscribe to The Brave Table for conversations that help you heal, grow, and live bravely.

If your content is getting views but not converting into clients… this episode will completely change how you see your business.I’m joined today by Julie Solomon, identity and messaging coach, bestselling author of Get What You Want, and a leader in helping creators and entrepreneurs scale their brands with clarity and alignment.From building multi-million dollar businesses to going through deep identity reinvention, Julie breaks down the real reason most people struggle to grow, and it’s not your content, it’s your messaging, your audience, and who you’re speaking to.In this episode, we unpack the 3 types of buyers that control your revenue, why pain-point marketing is outdated, and how shifting your identity and messaging can help you attract high-quality, aligned clients.If you’ve ever felt like you’re posting consistently but not seeing results, attracting the wrong audience, or struggling to convert… this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been missing.🔗 Connect with Julie Solomon:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julssolomon/?hl=en🎙️ Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/juliesolomontv📖 Book: https://www.amazon.in/Get-What-You-Want-Unstoppable-ebook/dp/B09N8PTKLV🌐 Website: https://juliesolomon.net/—This Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics🌸 This Women’s History Month, celebrate your circle with the gift of ritual, buy 2 Chai Tonics and get 1 free. Spread the love, share the pause, and sip slow together at https://bit.ly/trychaitonics.Discover which chai blend matches your vibe with my FREE quiz: https://chaitonics.com/pages/chai-quiz Breathe better with JASPR🌿 Spring cleaning starts with your air. Protect your home with JASPR and get $400 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave, because caring for your people begins with the space that holds them. Support your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHANWatch NextDr. Sue Varma on the Science of Optimism: https://youtu.be/CU4HK8f3QcY Dr. Ellen Vora on Healing Anxiety Naturally: https://youtu.be/V1b05ASl1qI Dr. Saliha Afridi on Building Emotional Resilience in Kids: https://youtu.be/NYZqtsTX5Rg Follow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!IG / https://www.instagram.com/neetabhushan/ IG / http://www.instagram.com/thebravetable TIKTOK / http://www.tiktok.com/neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.comDr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x award-winning author, emotional health advocate, and host of The Brave Table podcast. CEO of Highest Self Institute and author of That Sucked, Now What, she’s been featured in Forbes, ABC, and more. A former dentist turned global speaker, Neeta’s work blends psychology, ancient wisdom, and resilience from her own life experiences. She's also a mom, wellness lover, and chai enthusiast.🎙 Subscribe to The Brave Table for conversations around healing, growth, family patterns, purpose, and living bravely.

If you’ve been told that good health comes in a pill bottle… this episode will flip that belief on its head.I’m joined today by Dr. Sandy Zanella, a physician, certified lifestyle medicine doctor, mindfulness educator, yoga teacher, and award-winning author of Happy Yogis.From brain research at UCLA to meditating on the living room floor with her kids every morning, Sandy is redefining what true healing actually looks like — and it’s not what you’ve been taught.In this episode, we unpack the six pillars of lifestyle medicine that can prevent, treat, and even reverse chronic disease, why the “silent epidemic” of nervous system dysregulation is showing up in our kids, and the tiny, free rituals that can change your family’s health for generations.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, over-medicated, or just quietly exhausted… this one is your invitation to slow down, tune in, and choose a different kind of medicine.Connect with Dr. SandyWEB / https://www.drsandyzanella.com IG / https://www.instagram.com/mymindfulmomlife IG / https://www.instagram.com/happyyogisglobal YT (Kids’ Channel) / https://youtube.com/@StellaAlesHappyMindsLab FREEBIE / Mindful Summer Activities for Kids — https://www.drsandyzanella.com BOOK “Happy Yogis” / https://www.drsandyzanella.com This Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics🌸 This Women’s History Month, celebrate your circle with the gift of ritual — buy 2 Chai Tonics and get 1 free. Spread the love, share the pause, and sip slow together at https://bit.ly/trychaitonics.Discover which chai blend matches your vibe with my FREE quiz: https://chaitonics.com/pages/chai-quiz Breathe better with JASPR🌿 Spring cleaning starts with your air. Protect your home with JASPR and get $200 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave, because caring for your people begins with the space that holds them. Support your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHANWatch NextDr. Sue Varma on the Science of Optimism: https://youtu.be/CU4HK8f3QcY Dr. Ellen Vora on Healing Anxiety Naturally: https://youtu.be/V1b05ASl1qI Dr. Saliha Afridi on Building Emotional Resilience in Kids: https://youtu.be/NYZqtsTX5Rg Follow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!IG / https://www.instagram.com/neetabhushan/ IG / http://www.instagram.com/thebravetable TIKTOK / http://www.tiktok.com/neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.comDr. Neeta Bhushan is a serial entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, 5x award-winning author, and host of the top-15 award-winning wellness podcast The Brave Table. A former cosmetic dentist turned emotional health and leadership expert, she's the author of That Sucked. Now What? (endorsed by Jay Shetty) and the founder of Chai Tonics, a luxury Ayurveda wellness brand for high-achieving women. Through her books, keynotes, and coaching, Neeta helps ambitious women master nervous system regulation, recover from burnout, and build sustainable success — without sacrificing their well-being.TAGSlifestyle medicine, mindfulness for kids, mindful parenting, happy yogis, dr sandy zanella, yoga for children, kids meditation, nervous system regulation, co-regulation, conscious parenting, chronic disease prevention, UCLA brain research, science-backed mindfulness, my mindful mom life, meditation with kids, kids affirmations, how to raise resilient kids, preventing burnout in kids, mom burnout, holistic health, dr neeta bhushan, the brave table podcast, women’s health, emotional regulation for parents

What if discovering who you are… changes everything you thought you knew?In this breathtaking and soul-stirring conversation, I sit down with the extraordinary Princess Sarah Culberson — adoptee, activist, and actual Sierra Leone royalty — to explore what it means to discover who you really are, and what you do with that truth once you find it.Sarah grew up in West Virginia, navigating identity, race, and belonging as a Black adoptee in a white family. Then a DNA test led her to the one thing she never expected: a father, a royal title, and a war-torn country that was waiting for her. This isn't a fairy tale. It's a story of radical courage, deep self-reckoning, and what it looks like to carry a crown you never asked for — and show up for it anyway.What you'll get out of this episode…What it actually felt like to discover she was Sierra Leone royaltyGrowing up Black and adopted — and the long search for belongingThe moment she chose responsibility over retreatHow identity shapes the way we love, lead, and liveWhat it means to bridge two worlds without losing yourselfHer royal ritual for resilience (you'll want to write this one down)Connect with Princess SarahIG / @iamprincessscSierra Leone Rising / This Episode is Sponsored by Chai TonicsPrincess Sarah's story is a reminder that the most powerful rituals are the ones that ground us. I'm choosing ritual over resolution with Chai Tonics — a calming chai blend with Lion's Mane, Brahmi, and MCT oil for focus, clean energy, and nervous-system support. No jitters, no crash, just 1g of sugar. Try it at https://bit.ly/trychaitonics and use code BRAVETABLE for 15% off.🌿 Which chai blend matches your vibe? Take my FREE quiz: https://chaitonics.com/pages/chai-quizBreathe better with JASPRAs a mama healing from mold toxicity, air quality has become deeply personal for me. JASPR removes 97.1% of mold in just 1 hour. Use code BRAVE for $400 OFF: https://jaspr.co/braveSupport your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHANFollow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushanIG / @thebravetableTIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #385: What Miss America Never Told You: Colorism, Courage & Finding Love with Nina Davuluri: https://youtu.be/b49ZXDZEAV4?si=sSlO63Pfdof5YuKzEp. #413: Only 25% of People Are Optimistic (Here's How to Become One) with Dr. Sue Varma: https://youtu.be/CU4HK8f3QcY?si=XEf7O096m08EQAVNTo receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co 😘Dr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x award-winning author, emotional health advocate, and host of The Brave Table podcast. CEO of Chai Tonics Global, female wellness entrepreneur, and author of That Sucked, Now What, she's been featured in Forbes, ABC, and more. A former dentist turned health entrepreneur, Neeta's work blends psychology, ancient wisdom, and resilience from her own life experiences. She's also a mom of two.

If you’re making money… but still feel like there’s never enough, this episode is for you.I’m joined by Ruchi Pinniger, financial mentor, investor, and founder of Watch Her Prosper, who’s helped thousands of women transform their relationship with money.Here’s the truth most people don’t talk about:You don’t have a money problem, you have a belief problem.In this conversation, we unpack how your subconscious patterns, childhood money stories, and emotional relationship with wealth are quietly shaping your financial reality.And why no amount of strategy will work… until you shift what’s underneath.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, behind, or ashamed when it comes to money, this episode will change the way you see it.What you'll get out of this episode… Why increasing income doesn’t fix financial stressThe subconscious patterns controlling your moneyHow childhood experiences shape your financial behaviorA simple method to rewire your money mindsetWhy you’re not “bad with money” (and what to do instead)How to feel safe, confident, and empowered with moneyConnect with RuchiIG / https://www.instagram.com/watchherprosper Your Prosperous Life™️ Calculator / www.yourprosperouslife.com Download Ruchi’s FREE Redefining Prosperity Workbook / https://freebie.watchherprosper.com/workbookFB / https://www.facebook.com/WatchHerProsperThis Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics🌸 This Women’s History Month, celebrate your circle with the gift of ritual — buy 2 Chai Tonics and get 1 free. Spread the love, share the pause, and sip slow together at https://bit.ly/trychaitonics.Discover which chai blend matches your vibe with my FREE quiz: https://chaitonics.com/pages/chai-quiz Breathe better with JASPR🌿 Spring cleaning starts with your air. Protect your home with JASPR and get $400 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave, because caring for your people begins with the space that holds them. Support your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHANFollow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #220: Smart Money Hacks: Doing Less to Achieve More with Kate Northrup: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/220-smart-money-hacks-doing-less-to-achieve-more-with/id1608226580?i=1000653901713 Ep. #413: Only 25% of People Are Optimistic (Here’s How to Become One) with Dr. Sue Varma: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/413-only-25-of-people-are-optimistic-heres-how-to/id1608226580?i=1000758229647 Ep. #297: How to Build Your Unicorn Team and Work Smarter, Not Harder with Jen Kem: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/297-how-to-build-your-unicorn-team-and-work-smarter/id1608226580?i=1000685648239 To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co 😘Dr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x award-winning author, emotional health advocate, and host of The Brave Table podcast. CEO of Highest Self Institute and author of That Sucked, Now What, she’s been featured in Forbes, ABC, and more. A former dentist turned global speaker, Neeta’s work blends psychology, ancient wisdom, and resilience from her own life experiences. She's also a mom, wellness lover, and chai enthusiast.

In this episode of The Brave Table, I sit down with Sheleana Aiyana, founder of Rising Woman, bestselling author of Becoming the One, mother, and relationship expert whose work has helped millions heal attachment wounds, reconnect with themselves, and create healthier relationships.Together, we explore the hidden ways childhood wounds, nervous system patterns, self-abandonment, and attachment styles continue shaping our adult relationships.From heartbreak and divorce to motherhood, self-trust, boundaries, and healing, this conversation is a masterclass in remembering your wholeness.This isn't about becoming someone new.It's about coming home to yourself.WHAT YOU'LL GET OUT OF THIS EPISODE...✨ Why you keep attracting the same relationship patterns✨ The connection between nervous system regulation and healthy love✨ How childhood wounds show up in adult relationships✨ Why chemistry doesn't always mean compatibility✨ The truth about self-abandonment and red flags✨ How attachment styles affect breakups and healing✨ Why grief can become a doorway to transformation✨ The practice that helps you reconnect with self-trust✨ Motherhood, identity loss, and finding yourself again✨ What it really means to become "the one"CONNECT WITH SHELEANA AIYANAInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/risingwoman/Website:https://risingwoman.comBook:https://www.amazon.in/Becoming-One-Transform-Relationship-Patterns/dp/1797211676Sheleana Aiyana is the founder of Rising Woman, a bestselling author, teacher, and relationship expert helping people heal attachment wounds, reconnect with themselves, and create conscious relationships. Her work blends somatic healing, spirituality, nervous system regulation, and inner child work.This Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics🌸 This Women’s History Month, celebrate your circle with the gift of ritual, buy 2 Chai Tonics and get 1 free. Spread the love, share the pause, and sip slow together at https://bit.ly/chaitonics.Discover which chai blend matches your vibe with my FREE quiz: https://chaitonics.com/pages/chai-quiz Breathe better with JASPR🌿 Spring cleaning starts with your air. Protect your home with JASPR and get $200 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave, because caring for your people begins with the space that holds them. Support your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHANIF THIS EPISODE RESONATED, CONTINUE LISTENING:🎙️ Episode 157: Signs of a Dysregulated Nervous System & How to RegulateApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/157-signs-of-a-dysregulated-nervous-system-how-to-regulate/id1608226580?i=1000626930630🎙️ Episode 149: Emotional Hygiene: How to Repair & Be with Your Emotions When They Get Out of ControlApple: https://www.thebravetable.com/149-emotional-hygiene-how-to-repair-be-with-your-emotions-when-they-get-out-of-control-with-dr/🎙️ Episode 246: Parenting Plot Twist: Your Kids Can Help You Heal Generational TraumaYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CDwwUWRVywFollow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!IG / https://www.instagram.com/neetabhushan/ IG / http://www.instagram.com/thebravetable TIKTOK / http://www.tiktok.com/neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.comDr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x award-winning author, emotional health advocate, and host of The Brave Table podcast. CEO of Highest Self Institute and author of That Sucked, Now What, she’s been featured in Forbes, ABC, and more. A former dentist turned global speaker, Neeta’s work blends psychology, ancient wisdom, and resilience from her own life experiences. She's also a mom, wellness lover, and chai enthusiast.🎙 Subscribe to The Brave Table for conversations around healing, growth, family patterns, purpose, and living bravely.

If the world has felt heavy lately… this is for you.I’m joined today by Dr. Sue Varma, a leading psychiatrist, former director of NYU’s 9/11 mental health program, and author of Practical Optimism.After decades on the frontlines of trauma, she’s discovered something surprising: not everyone breaks. Some people become stronger.The difference? It’s not luck. It’s optimism, and it’s trainable.In this deeply insightful episode, we unpack how to rebuild hope, rewire your mindset, and stay grounded even when life feels overwhelming.If you’ve been feeling burnt out or lost… this might change the way you see everything.What you'll get out of this episode… Why optimism is NOT a personality trait (and how to train it)The hidden science behind resilience and longevityA simple 4-step tool to process difficult emotionsHow to stay grounded in a world full of chaos and negativityThe difference between toxic positivity and real optimismHow small acts of kindness can restore your sense of purposeConnect with Dr. SueWEB / https://www.doctorsuevarma.com IG / http://instagram.com/doctorsuevarma BOOK “Practical Optimism” / https://a.co/d/ekTvcfq This Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics🌸 This Women’s History Month, celebrate your circle with the gift of ritual — buy 2 Chai Tonics and get 1 free. Spread the love, share the pause, and sip slow together at https://bit.ly/trychaitonics.Discover which chai blend matches your vibe with my FREE quiz: https://chaitonics.com/pages/chai-quiz Breathe better with JASPR🌿 Spring cleaning starts with your air. Protect your home with JASPR and get $400 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave, because caring for your people begins with the space that holds them. Support your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHANFollow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #194: Grief Expert Says Do NOT Protect Your Kid From Emotional Pain with Dr. Saliha Afridi: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/194-grief-expert-says-do-not-protect-your-kid-from/id1608226580?i=1000643387003 Ep. #359: How to Heal Anxiety Naturally with Dr. Ellen Vora: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/359-how-to-heal-anxiety-naturally-with-dr-ellen-vora/id1608226580?i=1000724405492 Ep. #398: Who You Must Become in 2026 to Manifest the Life You Want (5 Identity Shifts): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/398-who-you-must-become-in-2026-to-manifest-the-life/id1608226580?i=1000745142398 To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co 😘Dr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x award-winning author, emotional health advocate, and host of The Brave Table podcast. CEO of Highest Self Institute and author of That Sucked, Now What, she’s been featured in Forbes, ABC, and more. A former dentist turned global speaker, Neeta’s work blends psychology, ancient wisdom, and resilience from her own life experiences. She's also a mom, wellness lover, and chai enthusiast.

There’s a side of masculinity that we don’t talk about enough.In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend and former international cricketer turned transformational coach, Robin Uthappa. Together, we unpack what’s really happening beneath the surface for so many men today.Because what if the reason men struggle to open up… isn’t what we think? We explore the hidden layers of vulnerability, the roles men feel pressured to play, and why so many people feel disconnected even when they’ve “made it.”If you’ve ever struggled to express your emotions, felt misunderstood in your relationships, or wondered why success doesn’t always equal fulfillment… this one is for you.What you'll get out of this episode… Vulnerability is not weakness; it’s courage in actionThe biggest misconception about men and emotionsWhy emotional safety is the gateway to real connectionHow to begin the process of healingThe importance of sports for children’s developmentWhat happens when work becomes playWhy success doesn’t guarantee happinessConnect with RobbieWEB / https://www.robbieuthappa.com IG / https://www.instagram.com/robinaiyudauthappa YT / https://www.youtube.com/@TheRobbieUthappa This Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics🌸 This Women’s History Month, celebrate your circle with the gift of ritual — buy 2 Chai Tonics and get 1 free. Spread the love, share the pause, and sip slow together at https://bit.ly/trychaitonics.Discover which chai blend matches your vibe with my FREE quiz: https://chaitonics.com/pages/chai-quiz Breathe better with JASPR🌿 Spring cleaning starts with your air. Protect your home with JASPR and get $400 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave, because caring for your people begins with the space that holds them. Support your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHANFollow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #231: The Journey of Healing Through Motherhood With Tennis Star Shheethal Robin Uthappa: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/231-the-journey-of-healing-through-motherhood/id1608226580?i=1000658439421 Ep. #224: How Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies Can Revolutionize Society with Teal Swan: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/224-how-balancing-masculine-and-feminine-energies-can/id1608226580?i=1000655401413 To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co 😘Dr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x award-winning author, emotional health advocate, and host of The Brave Table podcast. CEO of Highest Self Institute and author of That Sucked, Now What, she’s been featured in Forbes, ABC, and more. A former dentist turned global speaker, Neeta’s work blends psychology, ancient wisdom, and resilience from her own life experiences. She's also a mom, wellness lover, and chai enthusiast.