345: The Ambition Trap: Why You’re Burned Out, Overachieving & Still Not Fulfilled with Amina AlTai

What if everything you thought you knew about ambition was wrong? In this powerful episode of The Brave Table, Dr. Neeta Bhushan is joined by award-winning executive coach, leadership trainer, and author of The Ambition Trap, Amina AlTai. Together, they unpack the hidden wounds that fuel overachievement, the cultural and systemic pressures we mistake for personal failure, and how to redefine ambition as a source of healing and alignment rather than burnout. Whether you’re a high-achieving woman, a child of immigrants, or simply tired of chasing external validation, this conversation will shift how you view success, purpose, and your worth. Tune in for a liberating reframe on hustle culture, and discover how to lead from wholeness, not wounding. What you'll get out of this episode… The surprising reason your ambition might be hurting you more than helping How to spot the 5 core emotional wounds that keep high-achievers stuck in burnout What it actually looks like to lead and live from wholeness, not trauma A real conversation about how identity, culture, and systems shape your hustle The quiet ways women burn out while still appearing “successful” on the outside Why we confuse contentment with complacency—and how to embrace both ambition and peace 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 Amina WEB / www.aminaaltai.com/ IG / @aminaaltai LINKEDIN / www.linkedin.com/in/aminaaltai BOOK / https://www.amazon.com/Ambition-Trap-Chasing-Start-Living/dp/0593655303 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. #331: How to Redefine Success Before It’s Too Late with Sahil Bloom ( Apple | Spotify | YouTube ) Ep. #329: The Hidden Secret to Building a Million‑Dollar Network with Selena Soo ( Apple | Spotify | YouTube ) Ep. #321: The “Good Girl” Lie That’s Keeping You Stuck (And How to Break Free) with Dr. Shefali ( 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.