The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan 336: Burned Out, Mama? 7 Nervous System Resets That Actually Work
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 overload
How trauma and overstimulation keep your body stuck in fight-or-flight
The 4-7-8 breathwork technique that rewires your stress response
What to do when you're too touched out, overextended, or emotionally raw
Why singing, humming, and even gargling can reset your nervous system
The surprisingly powerful role of cold showers, warm socks, and magnesium
How to build micro-moments of calm into chaotic days—without needing to “escape” motherhood
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If 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)
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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.