347: From Trauma to Truth: How Melissa Osorio Unlocked Her Past & Found Her Power

What if the very memories that shaped your life had been hidden away by your brain—and one day, they suddenly returned? In this powerful and intimate episode, I sit down with author and mental health advocate Melissa Osorio, whose transformative journey has made waves in the world of psychedelic therapy and trauma healing. She is the visionary behind Hidden Memories: Discover What’s Blocking You From Life and Love, a memoir-meets-self-help-book that blends personal narrative with tools to help you explore the origins of your emotional patterns. We go deep into the layers of trauma, how it gets stored in the body, how psychedelics played a role in her healing, and why success alone will never be enough to fill the void of disconnection from self. What you'll get out of this episode… How trauma hides in the body—and how to know if you’ve suppressed childhood memories Why Melissa didn’t remember her childhood until her 30s, and how ayahuasca changed that The difference between trauma therapy and psychedelic therapy (and when to use each) The unexpected role of sensual movement in healing emotional blockages The truth about “overachieving” and why it often masks deep emotional wounds What to consider before exploring psychedelic treatments for trauma How Melissa’s family healed together after uncovering generational trauma 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 Connect with Melissa WEB / melissa-osorio.com IG / @Melissa_osorio_remembers BOOK / https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Memories-Discover-Whats-Blocking-ebook/dp/B0CLK1B4PS Want more? 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mama, your nervous system deserves a pause. The Chai Tonics Ritual Starter Kit was made to help you reset with blends that support focus, calm, and energy—without the coffee crash. Create your sacred moment at ⁠https://bit.ly/trychaitonics⁠ with code BRAVE for 15% off. ☕ 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. # 148: Stepping Out of the ‘Good Girl Box’: From Pole Dancing, Pleasure‑Seeking, to Full Sensuality & Embodiment with Sheila Kelley ( Apple | Spotify | YouTube ) Ep. #246: Parenting Plot Twist: Your Kids Can Help You Heal Generational Trauma ( Apple | Spotify | YouTube ) Ep. #201: Don’t Let Trauma Bring You Drama with Dr. Scott Lyons ( Apple | Spotify ) 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.