Alright, loves—this one is going to ruffle some feathers, and I am HERE for it. We’re diving deep into the murky waters of toxic femininity and how healthy masculine energy can actually help stop these patterns dead in their tracks.

If you’ve ever found yourself playing the manipulation game, feeling entitled, being passive-aggressive, or taking instead of receiving, you might just be living in toxic femininity without even realizing it. But don’t worry—I got you. We’re not here to shame, we’re here to elevate.

This episode is all about owning our patterns, reclaiming our feminine power, and understanding the role of a strong masculine presence. I even get personal about my own journey, the influence of my co-pilot in life, and how a truly healthy masculine partner creates the ultimate safe space for a woman to step into her full feminine.

Get ready to have some real talk, no fluff, and maybe even recognize a few patterns that need to be left in the past. Let’s get brave.

What you'll get out of this episode…

A bold, no-BS breakdown of toxic feminine traits and how they show up in your life
How healthy masculine energy can help break toxic cycles
Real talk on why so many of us struggle to receive (and how to change that!)
The difference between entitlement and true feminine magnetism
How to recognize toxic dynamics in relationships and family patterns
The game-changing way my own relationship helped me step deeper into my feminine power

TIMESTAMPS

[00:00] Intro – This One’s Gonna Be Spicy!

[02:15] What is Toxic Femininity, REALLY?

[07:00] Trait #1: Manipulative Tendencies

[09:30] Trait #2: Entitlement & Expecting to Receive Without Giving

[11:45] Trait #3: Passive Aggressive Behavior

[13:30] Trait #4: Exploiting Gender Norms

[15:00] BONUS: Taking Rather Than Receiving

[16:45] How Healthy Masculine Energy Stops These Patterns

[19:00] How My Own Relationship Has Shaped My Feminine Energy

[20:30] How This Shows Up in Your Life & What to Do Next

[22:00] Closing Thoughts & Your Next Brave Move

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Dr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x award-winning author, emotional health advocate, and human connection expert. She’s written multiple bestsellers, including That Sucked, Now What, endorsed by Jay Shetty. As host of The Brave Table podcast and CEO of Highest Self Institute, she trains coaches to reach their fullest potential.

Once trapped in a million-dollar dental practice, she left to explore 45 countries, studying human behavior, Eastern philosophy, and psychology. Her work is shaped by overcoming adversity—losing her parents young, surviving an abusive marriage, and enduring deep loss. A mother of two, she’s a wellness junkie and chai lover.

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