350: The Step-by-Step Chai Ritual That Calms Me Every Morning

What if one warm, spiced cup in the morning could calm your mind, energize your body, and ground your spirit—before the chaos of the day begins? In this cozy, soul-nourishing solocast, I’m taking you inside my sacred chai-making ritual. It’s not just about the tea—it’s about how one simple, daily ceremony can shift your entire nervous system and infuse your life with more calm, focus, and flow. From honoring my Indian roots to finding stillness in motherhood, this is the ritual that’s kept me grounded through burnout, business, and babies. I’ll walk you step-by-step through how I prepare my Ayurvedic chai from scratch—sharing the ancient wisdom of the ingredients, common mistakes to avoid, and how this morning pause can become your daily nervous system reset. If you’ve been craving a daily ritual that feels like a warm hug, Chai Tonics is for you. Crafted with soul, our blends and tools are designed to ground your energy, calm your mind, and help you slow down — even on your busiest days. Start your mini ritual today at ⁠https://bit.ly/trychaitonics⁠ and use code BRAVE for 15% off. What you'll get out of this episode… The exact step-by-step chai-making ritual I use every morning How to use Ayurvedic spices to support your hormones, mood, and digestion Why “ritual over routine” is the secret to nervous system healing The real reason your chai might be throwing off your blood sugar Simple ways to turn your morning into a sacred pause—even if you’re busy or burned out A peek behind the scenes of my new chai brand, Chai Tonics This Episode is Sponsored by Zoime Longevity Clinic Tired of being told “you’re just stressed”? Zoime uncovers the real root causes—so you can finally banish bloat, boost energy, and feel like yourself again. Their advanced testing and personalized plans take the guesswork out of your health. Get 10% off your consultation with code BRAVETABLE — book yours here: ⁠https://scanned.page/682c45b1272ee⁠ Powered by Health Nag Meet 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/healthnag⁠⁠⁠ Want 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/chaiquiz Follow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you! YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTable IG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushan WEB / https://neetabhushan.com If you loved this episode, check out… Ep. #342: I Gave Up Coffee for 30 Days—Here’s What Actually Happened ( Apple | Spotify | YouTube ) Ep. #336: Burned Out, Mama? 7 Nervous System Resets That Actually Work ( Apple | Spotify | YouTube ) Ep. #330: Constantly Feeling Burned Out? Here’s What Your Body’s Really Asking For ( 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.