The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

413: Only 25% of People Are Optimistic (Here’s How to Become One) with Dr. Sue Varma

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.

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 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.

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 familyThe psychology behind emotional parentificationHow childhood roles shape adult relationships and friendshipsWhy eldest daughters tend to become high performers and over-giversThe nervous system patterns that make rest feel unsafeHow to stop confusing love with effort and over-functioningWays to retrain your nervous system for joy, rest, and self-expressionHow to break these cycles for future generationsThis 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. #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.

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 achievementWhy so many successful women feel empty after “making it”How survival mindset can drive entrepreneurial successThe identity crisis that often follows a major business exitHow chronic stress can lead to inflammation and autoimmune issuesWhat is INUSpheresis detox therapy and its impactWhy true wealth has nothing to do with moneyConnect with Ayda WEB / https://theayam.com IG / https://www.instagram.com/aydashabanz Learn more about INUSpheresis at Dr. Ozone ClinicUse 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 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. #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.

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 preventableThe truth about stem cell clinics (and what most are doing wrong)What Muse cells are, and why they’re differentHow regenerative medicine can help avoid knee & hip replacementFertility rejuvenation & ovarian healthLongevity science and “programmable aging”Why NAD drips may not work for everyoneThe emotional trauma that shaped Dr. Khan’s missionConnect with Dr KhanWEB / 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 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. #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.