Episodios

  • 346: How One Solo Trip Changed Everything with Dr. Nabila Ismail
    Jul 16 2025
    What happens when you ditch the “perfect” life path and book a one-way ticket instead? In this bold and joyful episode, Dr. Neeta Bhushan sits down with travel content creator and pharmacist-turned-global-connector Dr. Nabila Ismail, founder of Dose of Travel. From navigating South Asian family expectations to launching a business by accident, Nabila shares how solo travel cracked her wide open—and how she's now helping hundreds of others do the same through curated group travel experiences.If you've ever craved reinvention, feared doing something alone, or wished you had deeper friendships in adulthood—this one’s for you. Get ready for laugh-out-loud travel stories, powerful permission slips, and the courage to say yes to the unknown.What you'll get out of this episode… What most people get wrong about solo travel—and how to make it magicalThe link between loneliness, adult friendships, and curated travelWhy South Asian women face unique challenges (and power) in solo adventuresThe surprising career pivot that led to a sold-out travel businessBehind the scenes of planning group trips (including matchmaking!)How to budget travel smartly—even if you’re broke, burned out, or in schoolWhy confidence, clarity, and self-trust skyrocket when you travel aloneNew rituals for adventure, community, and breaking cultural normsThis Episode is Powered by Health NagMeet your new daily glow-up: Health Nag’s Bioactive Collagen Jelly—the world’s first collagen with Types I, II, III & IV for full-body support (skin, gut, joints & more).Tastes amazing. Absorbs fast. One spoon a day = science-backed resilience from the inside out.🎁 Get 10% off with code BRAVETABLE at neetabhushan.com/healthnagConnect with Dr NabilaWEB / https://www.doseoftravelclub.com/trips IG / www.instagram.com/doseoftravelclub BOOK / Get Nabila’s eBook on Solo Traveling for only $0.99 on Amazon (offer ends 7/23!) / https://www.amazon.com/Brown-Girls-Guide-Traveling-World-ebook/dp/B0DD487728 Want more?🧘🏽‍♀️ If you’re ready to stay rooted in your rituals, I’ve created the Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit — crafted to help you lead with presence, peace, and pleasure, even in the middle of your busiest days. Only 100 kits available — get yours now → https://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 / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #345: The Ambition Trap: Why You’re Burned Out, Overachieving & Still Not Fulfilled with Amina AlTai (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #321: The “Good Girl” Lie That’s Keeping You Stuck (And How to Break Free) with Dr. Shefali (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #300: The Shocking Truth About Moving Abroad: What I Wish I Knew (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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  • 345: The Ambition Trap: Why You’re Burned Out, Overachieving & Still Not Fulfilled with Amina AlTai
    Jul 14 2025
    What if everything you thought you knew about ambition was wrong? In this powerful episode of The Brave Table, Dr. Neeta Bhushan is joined by award-winning executive coach, leadership trainer, and author of The Ambition Trap, Amina AlTai. Together, they unpack the hidden wounds that fuel overachievement, the cultural and systemic pressures we mistake for personal failure, and how to redefine ambition as a source of healing and alignment rather than burnout.Whether you’re a high-achieving woman, a child of immigrants, or simply tired of chasing external validation, this conversation will shift how you view success, purpose, and your worth. Tune in for a liberating reframe on hustle culture, and discover how to lead from wholeness, not wounding.What you'll get out of this episode… The surprising reason your ambition might be hurting you more than helpingHow to spot the 5 core emotional wounds that keep high-achievers stuck in burnoutWhat it actually looks like to lead and live from wholeness, not traumaA real conversation about how identity, culture, and systems shape your hustleThe quiet ways women burn out while still appearing “successful” on the outsideWhy we confuse contentment with complacency—and how to embrace both ambition and peaceConnect with AminaWEB / www.aminaaltai.com/IG / @aminaaltai LINKEDIN / www.linkedin.com/in/aminaaltaiBOOK / https://www.amazon.com/Ambition-Trap-Chasing-Start-Living/dp/0593655303 This Episode is Powered by Health NagMeet your new daily glow-up: Health Nag’s Bioactive Collagen Jelly—the world’s first collagen with Types I, II, III & IV for full-body support (skin, gut, joints & more).Tastes amazing. Absorbs fast. One spoon a day = science-backed resilience from the inside out.🎁 Get 10% off with code BRAVETABLE at neetabhushan.com/healthnagWant more?🧘🏽‍♀️ If you’re ready to stay rooted in your rituals, I’ve created the Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit — crafted to help you lead with presence, peace, and pleasure, even in the middle of your busiest days. Only 100 kits available — get yours now → https://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 / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #331: How to Redefine Success Before It’s Too Late with Sahil Bloom (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #329: The Hidden Secret to Building a Million‑Dollar Network with Selena Soo (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #321: The “Good Girl” Lie That’s Keeping You Stuck (And How to Break Free) with Dr. Shefali (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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  • 344: Reclaim Your Morning: 5 Minutes to Reset Your Nervous System
    Jul 9 2025
    What if the secret to reclaiming your peace and power didn’t require a 2-hour self-care routine—but just a few moments of stillness, intention, and warmth?In this deeply grounding solocast, I’m pulling back the curtain on the morning ritual that changed my life. It’s not a complicated checklist or a hacky productivity trend—it’s a soul-nourishing ritual rooted in Ayurveda, neuroscience, and emotional attunement. If you’re a woman on the go who wakes up already feeling behind, this is your invitation to stop doing and start being—before the world gets to you, you get to you.And if you’re ready to stay rooted in your rituals, I’ve created the Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit — crafted to help you lead with presence, peace, and pleasure, even in the middle of your busiest days. Only 100 kits available — get yours now → https://neetabhushan.com/ritual What you'll get out of this episode… What it actually means to "reclaim your morning"—and why it matters more than everHow I broke my old routine of waking up in stress and started the day in peaceThe simple 4-part ritual that transformed my energy in less than 10 minutesWhy nervous system safety is the foundation for productivity, focus & joyThe difference between routine and ritual—and why the latter sticksHow to create your own sacred morning, no matter how chaotic life isTry some nourishing chai recipes to start your morning rituals, download my free 12-month Sip & Soothe calendar → ⁠neetabhushan.com/chaitonics⁠This Episode is Powered by Health NagMeet your new daily glow-up: Health Nag’s Bioactive Collagen Jelly—the world’s first collagen with Types I, II, III & IV for full-body support (skin, gut, joints & more).Tastes amazing. Absorbs fast. One spoon a day = science-backed resilience from the inside out.🎁 Get 10% off with code BRAVETABLE at neetabhushan.com/healthnagWant more?Become a Chai Tonics Founding Member and get: ✔ 2 soul-nourishing chai blends (my personal favorites for grounding + energy)✔ Ritual tools — a frother, brass spoon, and intention cards to elevate your daily rhythm✔ The 30-Day Nervous System Reset Guide to help you soften into stillness✔ A step-by-step Ritual Design Guide to create a practice that feels sacred to you✔ Founding perks + private community circle (including 15% off, forever — because you were here from the very beginning). Only 100 kits left — get yours now → https://neetabhushan.com/ritualFollow 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. #338: How I Reset My Nervous System in 30 Days (And Finally Felt Calm Again) (Apple | Spotify)Ep. #336: Burned Out, Mama? 7 Nervous System Resets That Actually Work (Apple | Spotify)Ep. #221: How to Calm Your Nervous System During Chaotic Moments with Dr. Navaz Habib (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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  • 343: The Secret to Building a Viral Community (Even If You Feel Like an Outsider) with Krystl Fabella
    Jul 7 2025
    What if the very thing that made you feel like an outsider was the seed for a global movement?This week, Dr. Neeta Bhushan sits down with powerhouse community builder and founder of Filipino on the Rise, Krystl Fabella. From growing up disconnected from her cultural roots to becoming the voice and face behind one of the most powerful diasporic movements of our time, Krystl shares the raw, real journey of navigating belonging, loneliness, burnout, and leadership as a woman of color and digital entrepreneur.In this deeply moving conversation, they unpack the real costs of being a founder, the unspoken loneliness of community leaders, and the revolutionary power of storytelling, visibility, and choosing to show up imperfectly. Whether you're a creative, community builder, or woman navigating identity, this episode will leave you inspired to build from your pain and root into purpose.What you'll get out of this episode… What it actually takes to build community (hint: it’s not just throwing events)The unexpected dark side of being a founder and community leaderHow loneliness hides behind success—and what to do about itThe exact three tenets that create thriving, long-lasting communitiesWhy your story—and your voice—matter more than you thinkHow to transform your pain of invisibility into a movement of belongingThis Episode is Powered by Health NagMeet your new daily glow-up: Health Nag’s Bioactive Collagen Jelly—the world’s first collagen with Types I, II, III & IV for full-body support (skin, gut, joints & more).Tastes amazing. Absorbs fast. One spoon a day = science-backed resilience from the inside out.🎁 Get 10% off with code BRAVETABLE at⁠ neetabhushan.com/healthnag⁠Connect with KrystlWEB / www.filipinaontherise.comIG / @filipinaontheriseLINKEDIN / www.linkedin.com/in/krystlfabellaYOUTUBE / @filipinaontherisePODCAST / https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/filipina-on-the-rise/id1456986579Want more?🧘🏽‍♀️ If you’re ready to stay rooted in your rituals, I’ve created the Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit — crafted to help you lead with presence, peace, and pleasure, even in the middle of your busiest days. Only 100 kits available — get yours now → https://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 / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #329: The Hidden Secret to Building a Million-Dollar Network with Selena Soo (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #306: From Fake Friends to Soulful Connections: How to Spot & Build Real Relationships with Dr. Neeta Bhushan (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #277: The Secret to Thriving Relationships: Boundaries, Healing, and Connection with Simone Heng (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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  • 341: The Sex & Intimacy Secrets No One Teaches You with Dr. Laura Berman
    Jun 30 2025
    What if the secret to reigniting intimacy, passion, and even your manifestation power… was in your bedroom all along? In this electrifying episode, Dr. Laura Berman returns to The Brave Table with groundbreaking revelations from her new book, Sex Magic. We go deep into the science, spirituality, and sensuality of connection—from why modern monogamy feels unnatural, to how we can actually use sexual energy to manifest the life we want.Whether you're single and curious, partnered and stuck, or just longing to rediscover the spark within, this episode is your permission slip to explore sacred sexuality and reclaim your power. Dr. Laura blends 30 years of clinical experience with ancient wisdom and quantum energetics to help you tap into a level of intimacy and arousal that transforms not just your relationship, but your entire life.What you'll get out of this episode… How evolutionary biology explains our relationship strugglesWhat to do when the infatuation phase fades (and why that’s normal!)The difference between trauma bonding and spiritual intimacyThe real reason your libido disappears (and it’s not your hormones)What to do if your partner isn’t “on the same page” sexuallyHow to use sexual energy to manifest your dream lifeSimple practices to rekindle intimacy—even if you’re exhaustedConnect with Dr Laura BermanWEB / drlauraberman.comIG / @drlaurabermanYOUTUBE / @DrLauraBermanOfficial BOOK & RESOURCES / drlauraberman.com/sexmagicPODCAST / drlauraberman.com/lb_podcastWant more?🧘🏽‍♀️ If you’re ready to stay rooted in your rituals, I’ve created the Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit — crafted to help you lead with presence, peace, and pleasure, even in the middle of your busiest days. Only 100 kits available — get yours now → 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 / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #170 – Finding Quantum Love and Healing Through Forgiveness & Grief with Dr. Laura Berman (Apple | Spotify)Ep. #277 – The Secret to Thriving Relationships: Boundaries, Healing, and Connection with Simone Heng (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #328 – Avoiding Conflict Is Costing You More Than You Think—Here’s What to Do Instead (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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  • 340: The Castor Oil Mistakes Everyone Is Making (And How to Fix Them)
    Jun 25 2025
    What’s thick, golden, has gone viral on TikTok—and may be the ultimate Ayurvedic detox tool?In this solocast, I’m diving deep into the real science, ancient wisdom, and modern misuse of castor oil. From nervous system support and gut health to glowing skin and hormone balance, castor oil has been praised for it all. But here's what most people don't know: using it wrong can actually do more harm than good.I break down the 5 most common mistakes I see people making, plus the right way to apply it (hint: it's not what you think). Whether you're curious about detoxing, reducing inflammation, or hacking your nervous system naturally—this episode is your full castor oil crash course, Brave Table style.What you'll get out of this episode… Why castor oil is not just an internet trend—but an ancient healing toolThe real science behind its benefits for detox, digestion, and the nervous systemThe top 5 mistakes most people make when using it (especially on social media)How to apply it the Ayurvedic way for safe, effective resultsHow to choose high-quality castor oil (and what ingredients to avoid)Whether or not it really grows hair—and what to use it for insteadWhy using heat is the key to unlocking its full potentialTips for using castor oil with kids, for hormone balance, or as a nervous system ritual🧘🏽‍♀️ If you’re ready to stay rooted in your rituals…I’ve created something close to my heart just for you... The Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit — crafted to help you lead with presence, peace, and pleasure, even in the middle of your busiest days. 🌸Inside, you’ll find:✔ 2 soul-nourishing chai blends (my personal favorites for grounding + energy)✔ Ritual tools — a frother, brass spoon, and intention cards to elevate your daily rhythm✔ The 30-Day Nervous System Reset Guide to help you soften into stillness✔ A step-by-step Ritual Design Guide to create a practice that feels sacred to you✔ Founding perks + private community circle (including 15% off, forever — because you were here from the very beginning)Only 100 kits available — get yours now → neetabhushan.com/ritualWant more?☕ 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. #336: 7 Nervous System Hacks Every Mom Needs to Know (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #330: Constantly Feeling Burned Out? Here’s What Your Body’s Really Asking For (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #304: The Secret Hack to Overcoming Mom Burnout & Nervous System Overload with Dr. Neeta Bhushan (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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  • 339: The Secret to Better Boundaries, Decisions & Relationships—Backed by Human Design with Erin Claire Jones
    Jun 23 2025
    What if the secret to designing your best life was already coded in your DNA?In this illuminating episode, I sit down with Human Design expert Erin Claire Jones to unpack how you can live, work, parent, and love in alignment with who you actually are. Erin shares insights from her new book How Do You Choose?—a practical guide to using Human Design for empowered decision-making, navigating relationships, and reclaiming your personal power. We explore how understanding your energy type, authority, and strategy can radically change your day-to-day life, and why Human Design is not just a self-awareness tool—it’s a system to build a more fulfilling and joyful life.This is a must-listen if you’re craving clarity in a major decision, feeling stuck in a career or relationship, or curious about how to parent more consciously. Let this episode be your permission slip to stop forcing what isn’t working—and finally start living in energetic alignment.What you'll get out of this episode… Why Human Design isn’t “woo”—it’s your personal blueprint for lifeHow to discover your energy type and what it reveals about your boundaries, burnout, and decision-making styleWhat to do when your kids, partner, or team have different energy types than youHow to stop forcing decisions and start responding in alignment with your body’s inner cuesThe surprising ways Human Design can help you hire, lead, and build a values-aligned businessErin’s own journey of trusting her gut (literally) to create a business, family, and book that reflect her truthThe difference between knowing your design—and actually living itConnect with Erin IG / ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/humandesignblueprint/⁠⁠ Get Your Personalized Human Design Blueprint at https://humandesignblueprint.com/ (Use code BRAVE for a discount!)BOOK / How Do You Choose? by Erin Claire JonesWant more?🧘🏽‍♀️ If you’re ready to stay rooted in your rituals, I created the Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit to help you stay grounded, radiant, and soft — even in your busiest days. 🌸 You’ll get my fave chai blends, ritual tools, founding perks, and a 30-day nervous system reset to design a practice that feels sacred to you. Only 100 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 / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #330: Constantly Feeling Burned Out? Here’s What Your Body’s Really Asking For (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #291: Reclaiming Your Light: Jessica Zweig on Burnout, Feminine Power, and Joy (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #78: Gene Keys and The Power of Self-Awareness in Personal Transformation with Victoria Fenton (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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