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The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

By: Dr. Neeta Bhushan
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 Grab a seat at The Brave Table for unfiltered conversations about all the unpredictable moments we face on our journey through life—the raw, the real, the messy—and how to overcome them and thrive. This is your oasis for the next season of who you are becoming—where you defeat your imposter syndrome, ditch comparing your life to others, embrace the unconventional, and recognize your evolution and expansion. Join host Dr. Neeta Bhushan, a former dentist turned author, serial entrepreneur, and mama of two, for weekly episodes on strengthening your mental health and emotional fitness so you can face challenges with grace and grit. Let’s get brave as we navigate this human experience together with lots of love, new perspectives, and a dose of laughter along the way.Dr. Neeta Bhushan Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • 338: How I Reset My Nervous System in 30 Days (And Finally Felt Calm Again)

    338: How I Reset My Nervous System in 30 Days (And Finally Felt Calm Again)
    Jun 18 2025
    If you're doing all the right things—green juices, meditation, supplements—but still feel wired, tired, and one meltdown away… this episode is your lifeline. In this deeply personal episode, I walk you through the exact 30-day nervous system reset I created for myself after one of the most chaotic seasons of my life.Between writing a book, launching a business, raising babies, and moving cities, I reached a breaking point—and my body let me know. I share the science-backed, soul-honoring rituals that helped me restore my rhythm, calm my fire, and finally feel like myself again. If you're a mama, creator, or ambitious soul who's been burning the candle at both ends, this one's for you.What you'll get out of this episode… A breakdown of the 4-phase nervous system reset protocol I use to prevent burnoutHow to recognize the real signs of nervous system overload (hint: it’s not just fatigue)Why regulating your energy is more powerful than managing your timeThe foods, breathwork, rituals, and Ayurvedic principles I swear by—and how to adapt them for your bodyHow to ground yourself in just 5–10 minutes a day, even when you're drowning in to-dosA new definition of balance that actually honors your nervous system, not just your calendarWant more?🧘‍♀️ If you’re ready to stay rooted in your rituals — the Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit is for you. Created to help you lead with presence, peace, and pleasure. 💛 Only 250 kits available → ⁠neetabhushan.com/ritual⁠☕ Love chai + self-care? Grab my free 12-month ritual guide → neetabhushan.com/chaitonics🌿 Need focus, recovery, or balance? Take my FREE quiz to find your perfect wellness boost → neetabhushan.com/chaiquizFollow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!YOUTUBE / @NeetaBhushanIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #304: The Secret Hack to Overcoming Mom Burnout & Nervous System Overload with Dr. Neeta Bhushan (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #148: Stepping Out of the 'Good Girl Box': From Pole Dancing, Pleasure-Seeking, to Full Sensuality & Embodiment with Sheila Kelley (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #22: How to Reclaim Yourself & Live a Life of Pleasure with Regena Thomashauer (Mama Gena) (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)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.
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    15 mins
  • 337: Is It Love or Addiction? Why We Fall for People Who Recreate Our Wounds

    337: Is It Love or Addiction? Why We Fall for People Who Recreate Our Wounds
    Jun 16 2025
    If you've ever found yourself chasing partners who feel "exciting" only to end up heartbroken—or if stability feels boring and you're stuck in the same painful patterns—this is the relationship episode you didn’t know you needed.This week, I sit down with clinical psychologist Dr. Sarah Alsawy, founder of Relationship Success Lab, for a deep and raw conversation about trauma bonding, subconscious attraction patterns, attachment styles, and what real healing looks like. We explore how your nervous system shapes your relationships, why the spark you feel might be rooted in trauma, and how to finally break the cycle for good. Whether you're dating, in a relationship, or doing your inner work solo, this episode will shift the way you love—for life.What you'll get out of this episode… Why we confuse "chemistry" with chaos—and what your body is really trying to tell youHow your nervous system gets addicted to the high and low cycles of toxic loveWhat trauma bonding actually is (and how to know if you’re in one)The surprising reason secure partners feel “boring” to trauma survivorsHow to break patterns that keep you dating the same person in a different bodyWhen talk therapy isn’t enough—and what methods actually heal the nervous systemHow to show up for your partner when you’re in different phases of growthWhat it really means to have a healthy love—and how to get thereConnect with Dr. SarahWEB / healtraumabonding.comWELLNESS RETREAT / relationshipsuccesslab.com IG / @dr.sarahalsawyYT / @Dr.SarahalsawyWant more?🧘‍♀️ If you’re ready to stay rooted in your rituals — the Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit is for you. Created to help you lead with presence, peace, and pleasure. 💛 Only 250 kits available → ⁠neetabhushan.com/ritual⁠☕ Love chai + self-care? Grab my free 12-month ritual guide → neetabhushan.com/chaitonics🌿 Need focus, recovery, or balance? Take my FREE quiz to find your perfect wellness boost → neetabhushan.com/chaiquiz🎁 To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co 😘Follow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!YT / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #322: Can You Fix a Toxic Relationship? Here's the #1 Sign It's Time to Walk Away (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #320: Let Go of What No Longer Serves You: A 4-Step Guide to Emotional Freedom (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #287: All the Relationship Lessons That Could Save Your Love Life in 2025 (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)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.
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    58 mins
  • 336: Burned Out, Mama? 7 Nervous System Resets That Actually Work

    336: Burned Out, Mama? 7 Nervous System Resets That Actually Work
    Jun 11 2025
    Motherhood is beautiful—but let’s be real, it’s also a nervous system rollercoaster. Between the meltdowns, multitasking, and mental overload, your body is constantly scanning for threats… even when it’s just spilled milk or the 47th “mamaaaa!” of the day.In this episode, I’m sharing 7 powerful, science-backed techniques to help you regulate your nervous system in just minutes—no supplements, spa days, or silence required. These tools are quick, free, and totally doable (even when you’re touched out, overstimulated, and running on fumes). This is your nervous system reset, mama—and it starts now.What you'll get out of this episode… Why “mom rage” and constant fatigue might be signs of nervous system overloadHow trauma and overstimulation keep your body stuck in fight-or-flightThe 4-7-8 breathwork technique that rewires your stress responseWhat to do when you're too touched out, overextended, or emotionally rawWhy singing, humming, and even gargling can reset your nervous systemThe surprisingly powerful role of cold showers, warm socks, and magnesiumHow to build micro-moments of calm into chaotic days—without needing to “escape” motherhoodWant more?🧘‍♀️ If you’re ready to stay rooted in your rituals — the Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit is for you. Created to help you lead with presence, peace, and pleasure. 💛 Only 250 kits available → ⁠neetabhushan.com/ritual⁠☕ Love chai + self-care? Grab my free 12-month ritual guide → ⁠neetabhushan.com/chaitonics⁠🌿 Which chai blend matches your vibe? Take my FREE quiz now →⁠ neetabhushan.com/chaiquiz Follow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!YOUTUBE / @NeetaBhushanIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #301: Braving Burnout, Motherhood & Identity: The Unlearning We All Need with Michelle Grosser (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #221: How to Calm Your Nervous System During Chaotic Moments with Dr. Navaz Habib (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #218: Why We're All So Stressed—and What We Can Do About It with Mo Gawdat and Alice Law (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)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.
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    16 mins
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