The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan 276: Finding Calm Amidst the Chaos with Dr Neeta Bhushan
Hello, Brave Table fam! Today, we're diving headfirst into the beautiful, wild, and sometimes downright chaotic world of motherhood. Imagine this: a morning filled with meltdowns, picky eaters, and somehow, no time for coffee! Sounds familiar? In this episode, I’m breaking down powerful techniques for creating a sanctuary of calm amidst all the crazy. This isn't just about managing; it's about reclaiming your inner peace. I share my top ways to re-center, from heart-centered grounding techniques to the science of "forest bathing" and therapeutic castor oil rituals. Get ready to take your self-care to the next level. Whether you’re a mom or simply navigating a busy life, these are your go-to tools to come back to yourself.
Get ready to embrace a little more peace and a lot more power—it's time to bring the calm within you to the chaos around you!
What you'll get out of this episode…
Recognizing nervous system triggers helps you respond mindfully
Spending time in nature is calming and helps restore your mind and body.
Heart-centered grounding, deep breathing, and daily movement improves your mood and reduces stress.
Integrate a Nightly Wind-Down Routine
Empower Your Children with Emotional Awareness
TIMESTAMPS
0:05 – Introduction: Picture-perfect mom chaos and why we need to reset
2:27 – Creating Safety in Your Own Body: Techniques to avoid emotional spillover
4:50 – Signs of Nervous System Dysregulation: Understanding and identifying your triggers
7:10 – Connecting with Nature: How forest bathing can soothe your soul
11:45 – Practical Tools for Self-Regulation: Heart-centered grounding and breathwork
16:10 – Breathing Techniques for Calm: Simple exercises to reconnect with yourself
21:05 – Dance It Out: The power of movement to release stored emotions
23:00 – Nighttime Rituals: Epsom salt baths, castor oil applications, and the magic of magnesium
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Dr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x Award Winning Author & world-renowned emotional health advocate & human connection expert. She’s written multiple best-selling books including her most recent book, That Sucked, Now What endorsed by Jay Shetty, Host of the Top 50 Mental Health Podcast The Brave Table, & CEO of Highest Self Institute, a coaching organization training coaches to become the highest versions of themselves. She’s been featured on Forbes, LA Weekly, ABC, NBC, CBS, Grazia, Ok! Magazine, Verve Magazine & Tatler.
After realizing how trapped she felt running the million-dollar dental practice she built, Neeta embarked on a journey that led her across 45 countries as she researched blending the intersection of human behavior, ancient wisdom, Eastern philosophy, and therapeutic psychology. That knowledge, along with other life experiences overcoming multiple adversities, which include being orphaned at a young age, surviving an abusive marriage, and extensive loss, contributed to the powerful message of resilience & connection she shares in her work. Neeta is a mother of two young children, wellness junkie & lover of chai.