The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

Dr. Neeta Bhushan

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.

  1. 412: The Masculinity Crisis No One Is Talking About with Robin Uthappa

    3D AGO

    412: The Masculinity Crisis No One Is Talking About with Robin Uthappa

    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 action The biggest misconception about men and emotions Why emotional safety is the gateway to real connection How to begin the process of healing The importance of sports for children’s development What happens when work becomes play Why success doesn’t guarantee happiness Connect with Robbie WEB / 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 REJŪV My 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 along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you! YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTable IG / @neetabhushan  IG / @thebravetable  TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com If 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.

    58 min
  2. 411: Eldest Daughter Syndrome: Why You Feel Responsible for Everyone

    MAR 16

    411: Eldest Daughter Syndrome: Why You Feel Responsible for Everyone

    If you’re the eldest daughter, you may have grown up being the strong one. The responsible one. The emotional stabilizer. The one who quietly held everything together. But what happens when the role you learned in childhood follows you into adulthood? In this solo episode, I’m unpacking something many women have felt but rarely had language for: emotional parentification and the invisible load eldest daughters carry throughout their lives. As an eldest daughter myself, I share the deeper psychology behind these roles and how we can break the cycle for ourselves and the next generation. If you’ve ever felt like the one who holds everything together but secretly wonders who is holding you, this conversation is for you. What you'll get out of this episode…  Why eldest daughters often become the emotional stabilizers of the family The psychology behind emotional parentification How childhood roles shape adult relationships and friendships Why eldest daughters tend to become high performers and over-givers The nervous system patterns that make rest feel unsafe How to stop confusing love with effort and over-functioning Ways to retrain your nervous system for joy, rest, and self-expression How to break these cycles for future generations 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 REJŪV My 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 along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you! YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTable IG / @neetabhushan  IG / @thebravetable  TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com If you loved this episode, check out… Ep. #405: Emotionally Immature People Can't Hear You (Here's How To Talk To Them): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/405-emotionally-immature-people-cant-hear-you-heres/id1608226580?i=1000749260597  Ep. #396: Everyone Says “Cut Them Off” — Here’s What No One Tells You About Family Healing: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/396-everyone-says-cut-them-off-heres-what-no-one-tells/id1608226580?i=1000744134535  Ep. #402: You Cannot Manifest From Exhaustion (Here's What to Do Instead): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/402-you-cannot-manifest-from-exhaustion-heres-what/id1608226580?i=1000747025409  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.

    25 min
  3. 410: The Hidden Cost of Constant Hustle with Serial Entrepreneur Ayda Shabanz

    MAR 11

    410: The Hidden Cost of Constant Hustle with Serial Entrepreneur Ayda Shabanz

    What happens when you achieve the success you’ve been chasing… and still feel lost and burned out? In this deeply honest conversation, I sit down with entrepreneur and investor Ayda Shabanz, a woman who built a $10 million property portfolio by 30 and exited multiple businesses by 40, yet found herself confronting something few people talk about: the emotional cost of success. Ayda’s story didn’t begin with privilege. From leaving home at 14 to building global businesses, Ayda shares the survival mindset behind her success, the hidden cost of high achievement, and how she’s redefining wealth through health, peace, and purpose. We also talk about our recent personal experiences with INUSpheresis, a cutting-edge blood filtration therapy designed to remove toxins, inflammation, and microplastics from the body, and its impact on our overall health and well-being.  What you'll get out of this episode…  The hidden psychological cost of high achievement Why so many successful women feel empty after “making it” How survival mindset can drive entrepreneurial success The identity crisis that often follows a major business exit How chronic stress can lead to inflammation and autoimmune issues What is INUSpheresis detox therapy and its impact Why true wealth has nothing to do with money Connect with Ayda  WEB / https://theayam.com  IG / https://www.instagram.com/aydashabanz  Learn more about INUSpheresis at Dr. Ozone Clinic Use code BRAVE for 10%  WEB / https://drozoneclinic.ae  IG / https://www.instagram.com/dr.ozone    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 REJŪV My 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 along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you! YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTable IG / @neetabhushan  IG / @thebravetable  TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com If you loved this episode, check out… Ep. #393: The 6 Most Powerful Health Shifts You Must Embrace in 2026: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/393-6-health-myths-were-finally-letting-go-of-in-2026/id1608226580?i=1000743062229  Ep. #389: Healing Beyond Hospitals: The Farm’s Radical Approach to Wellness with Dr. Marian Alonzo: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/389-healing-beyond-hospitals-the-farms-radical/id1608226580?i=1000741373721  Ep. #379: Breast Implants Made Me Sick — Dr. Aditya Sood & Laura Bowden Expose the Truth About BII: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/379-breast-implants-made-me-sick-dr-aditya-sood-laura/id1608226580?i=1000736105429  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.

    1h 16m
  4. 409: Your Chronic Pain Might Not Need Surgery (New Science Explained) with Dr Adeel Khan

    MAR 9

    409: Your Chronic Pain Might Not Need Surgery (New Science Explained) with Dr Adeel Khan

    What if aging isn’t inevitable… but programmable? In this week’s episode of The Brave Table, I sit down with globally recognized regenerative medicine pioneer and CEO & Founder of Eterna Health, Dr. Adeel Khan, and what he shares will challenge everything you think you know about aging, chronic pain, stem cells, and surgery. Dr. Khan has worked with royalty, world champion athletes, and A-list celebrities — including Chris Hemsworth and Kim Kardashian — helping them avoid surgery, heal chronic pain, and restore vitality using advanced cell therapies. But this conversation goes far beyond fame and cutting-edge science.  What you'll get out of this episode…  Why 80% of chronic disease is preventable The truth about stem cell clinics (and what most are doing wrong) What Muse cells are, and why they’re different How regenerative medicine can help avoid knee & hip replacement Fertility rejuvenation & ovarian health Longevity science and “programmable aging” Why NAD drips may not work for everyone The emotional trauma that shaped Dr. Khan’s mission Connect with Dr Khan WEB / https://eterna.health  IG / https://www.instagram.com/dr.akhan  IG / https://www.instagram.com/eterna.health  YT / https://www.youtube.com/@theregendoc   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 REJŪV My 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 along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you! YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTable IG / @neetabhushan  IG / @thebravetable  TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com If you loved this episode, check out… Ep. #393: The 6 Most Powerful Health Shifts You Must Embrace in 2026: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/393-6-health-myths-were-finally-letting-go-of-in-2026/id1608226580?i=1000743062229  Ep. #389: Healing Beyond Hospitals: The Farm’s Radical Approach to Wellness with Dr. Marian Alonzo: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/389-healing-beyond-hospitals-the-farms-radical/id1608226580?i=1000741373721  Ep. #379: Breast Implants Made Me Sick — Dr. Aditya Sood & Laura Bowden Expose the Truth About BII: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/379-breast-implants-made-me-sick-dr-aditya-sood-laura/id1608226580?i=1000736105429  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.

    52 min
  5. 408: You’re Losing Muscle Every Year (Here’s How to Reverse It) with Holly Perkins

    MAR 2

    408: You’re Losing Muscle Every Year (Here’s How to Reverse It) with Holly Perkins

    Are you afraid of “bulking up”? Do you think lifting heavy will make you look masculine? Or maybe you’re exhausted… and can’t imagine adding one more thing to your plate? In this week’s Brave Table conversation, I sit down with strength expert Holly Perkins to unpack a truth most women have never been taught: With every passing birthday… you are losing muscle. If you’ve ever said: “I’m already tired.” “I don’t want to get bulky.” “I just want to feel strong again.” This episode is your wake-up call. Because muscle isn’t about aesthetics; it’s medicine. What you'll get out of this episode…  Why strength training is NOT about bulking The hidden reason you’re feeling fatigued How muscle optimizes testosterone and estradiol naturally The truth about inflammation and nervous system health Why cardio and Pilates alone won’t get you there The specific protocol women 30+ should follow How strength training may even delay menopause The surprising connection between muscle and visceral belly fat Connect with Holly FREE 3-day Workshop “Muscle for Life” / https://www.hollyperkins.com/bravetable  IG / https://www.instagram.com/hollyperkins  The Holly Perkins Health Podcast / https://www.hollyperkins.com/podcast  BOOK / https://www.amazon.com/Womens-Health-Lift-Get-Lean/dp/1623364787  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 REJŪV My 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 along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you! YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTable IG / @neetabhushan  IG / @thebravetable  TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com If you loved this episode, check out… Ep. #375: Perimenopause: The Hormonal Rollercoaster We Don’t Talk About Enough with Dr. Mariza Snyder: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/375-perimenopause-the-hormonal-rollercoaster-we-dont/id1608226580?i=1000733702697  Ep. #381: Your Body Already Knows How to Heal – The Ancient Wisdom We Forgot with Nidhi Pandya: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/381-your-body-already-knows-how-to-heal-the-ancient/id1608226580?i=1000737097354  Ep. #393: The 6 Most Powerful Health Shifts You Must Embrace in 2026: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/393-6-health-myths-were-finallyletting-go-of-in-2026/id1608226580?i=1000743062229  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.

    53 min
  6. 407: You’re Not Attracting the Wrong People. You’re Repeating a Pattern with Stefanos Sifandos

    FEB 23

    407: You’re Not Attracting the Wrong People. You’re Repeating a Pattern with Stefanos Sifandos

    What if the people we fall in love with… aren’t random at all? In this deeply honest and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with relationship coach, author, and my dear friend Stefanos Sifandos to explore the hidden forces shaping our attraction, intimacy, and emotional safety. We talk about trauma patterns, nervous-system conditioning, modern masculinity, and why so many of us feel chemistry… but not true connection. Because the truth is, until we heal what’s unresolved within us, we often recreate the very pain we’re trying to escape. This episode is an invitation to move from survival in love to sacred, conscious intimacy. What you'll get out of this episode…  Why love activates your nervous system How childhood trauma shapes adult attraction Why do we repeat painful relationship patterns Rites of passage, parenting, and emotional maturity The quiet crisis of modern masculinity Why couples lose connection after kids Connect with Stefanos BOOK “Tuned In and Turned On” / http://tunedinandturnedonbook.com  IG / https://www.instagram.com/stefanossifandos  YT / https://www.youtube.com/@stefanosssifandos  WEB / https://stefanossifandos.com  WEB / http://coachwithstef.com  This Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics This Galentine’s, give the gift of ritual with Chai Tonics — nourishing Ayurvedic superfood chai blends for calm, focus, and a nervous-system exhale. Get 20% off with code VALENTINE 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 If you’re ready to support your healing from the inside out, start with the air you breathe. Try the JASPR Air Scrubber for a cleaner, safer home environment — get $400 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave. Support your body with REJŪV My 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 along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you! YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTable IG / @neetabhushan  IG / @thebravetable  TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com If you loved this episode, check out… Ep #73: Why People Cheat, Calling In Your Partner, and Healing Through Relationships with Stefanos Sifandos: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/73-why-people-cheat-calling-in-your-partner-and/id1608226580?i=1000579909346  Ep. #296: Healing, Reinvention & Finding Love with Christine Hassler: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/296-healing-reinvention-finding-love-with-christine/id1608226580?i=1000685001637  Ep #337: Is It Love or Addiction? Why We Fall for People Who Recreate Our Wounds with Dr. Sarah Alsawy: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/337-is-it-love-or-addiction-why-we-fall-for-people/id1608226580?i=1000713100593  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.

    48 min
  7. 406: What Losing 115 Pounds Taught Me About Trauma, Food & Self-Love with Nikita Phulwani

    FEB 16

    406: What Losing 115 Pounds Taught Me About Trauma, Food & Self-Love with Nikita Phulwani

    What if the weight you’re carrying isn’t just physical… but emotional, spiritual, and deeply personal? In this Brave Table conversation, I sit down with the fiercely honest Nikita Phulwani. She’s an entrepreneur, creator, and founder of Mumkin, who lost 53 kilograms yet discovered the real transformation had nothing to do with the scale. Together, we explore body image, trauma, boundaries, feminine energy, addiction to food and approval, and what it truly means to choose yourself. Because this episode isn’t about weight loss; it’s about self-respect, identity, and radical reinvention. If you’ve ever struggled with your reflection, your habits, or your worth, this conversation is for you. What you'll get out of this episode…  Why weight gain can be emotional baggage, not just food The mindset shift that helped Nikita lose 53kg in 13 months How people-pleasing, rejection, and loneliness show up in the body Why self-respect is deeper than beauty rituals The power of community, environment, and daily discipline in transformation How to heal your relationship with food, sleep, and self-worth What true feminine energy and self-trust actually look like Connect with Nikita  IG / https://www.instagram.com/niggiphulwani YT / https://www.youtube.com/@Niggiphulwani  WEB / https://www.wemakeitmumkin.com  IG / https://www.instagram.com/wemakeitmumkin  This Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics This Galentine’s, give the gift of ritual with Chai Tonics — nourishing Ayurvedic superfood chai blends for calm, focus, and a nervous-system exhale. Get 20% off with code VALENTINE 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 If you’re ready to support your healing from the inside out, start with the air you breathe. Try the JASPR Air Scrubber for a cleaner, safer home environment — get $400 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave. Support your body with REJŪV My 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 along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you! YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTable IG / @neetabhushan  IG / @thebravetable  TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com If you loved this episode, check out… 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  Ep. #367: Feminine Embodiment: The Healing Practice Every Woman Needs Right Now with Amy Natalie: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/367-feminine-embodiment-the-healing-practice-every/id1608226580?i=1000729118171  Ep. #314: How to Rebuild Your Life Through Discomfort & Embrace Change with Dr. Neeta Bhushan: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/314-how-to-rebuild-your-life-through-discomfort-embrace/id1608226580?i=1000700923213  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.

    47 min
  8. 405: Emotionally Immature People Can't Hear You (Here's How To Talk To Them)

    FEB 11

    405: Emotionally Immature People Can't Hear You (Here's How To Talk To Them)

    Are you constantly navigating conversations where you feel like you’re walking on eggshells? Or maybe you find yourself questioning your reality after talking to someone who can't seem to take accountability, ever? In this episode, I dive into the uncomfortable (but necessary) topic of how to talk to emotionally immature people — whether it’s a partner, parent, friend, or colleague. Through the lens of personal growth, communication skills, and emotional intelligence, I’ll walk you through what emotional immaturity really looks like, how to protect your peace without cutting everyone off, and powerful ways to respond without abandoning yourself. What you'll get out of this episode…  Why emotional immaturity is so triggering Brave phrases to set boundaries from a grounded place The power of walking away (without guilt) Why you don’t have to win the argument How to hold space without abandoning your truth This Episode is Sponsored by Chai Tonics This Galentine’s, give the gift of ritual with Chai Tonics — nourishing Ayurvedic superfood chai blends for calm, focus, and a nervous-system exhale. Get 20% off with code VALENTINE 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 If you’re ready to support your healing from the inside out, start with the air you breathe. Try the JASPR Air Scrubber for a cleaner, safer home environment — get $400 off with code BRAVE at https://jaspr.co/brave. Support your body with REJŪV My 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 along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you! YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTable IG / @neetabhushan  IG / @thebravetable  TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com If you loved this episode, check out… Ep. #396: Everyone Says “Cut Them Off” — Here’s What No One Tells You About Family Healing: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/396-everyone-says-cut-them-off-heres-what-no-one-tells/id1608226580?i=1000744134535  Ep. #402: You Cannot Manifest From Exhaustion (Here's What to Do Instead): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/402-you-cannot-manifest-from-exhaustion-heres-what/id1608226580?i=1000747025409  Ep. #403: Why You’re Already Negotiating Every Day (But Don’t Realize It) with Lousin Mehrabi: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/403-why-youre-already-negotiating-every-day-but-dont/id1608226580?i=1000747708015  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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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.

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