238: What Family Talks Can Reveal About Generational Healing with Bua

Welcome to The Brave Table with Dr. Neeta Bhushan! In this heartwarming and candid episode, we dive deep into generational trauma, resilience, and the power of embracing our true selves. Join me as I welcome a very special guest, my bonus mom, my Bua, for an open-hearted conversation about the challenges and triumphs of growing up in a strict household, navigating cultural expectations, and finding our own path to happiness and success. Get ready for a dose of tough love as we explore the complex dynamics of family relationships and the journey to self-acceptance! So grab a chai, pull up a seat and let’s dive into some brave conversations! What you'll get out of this episode… Embracing all your parts and the depth of your emotional self. Discover how strict households can foster a strong sense of independence and self-reliance. Influence of cultural and societal expectations on dating and marriage How breaking generational cycles of trauma can lead to healthier relationships and personal growth. Navigating cultural expectations while remaining true to your authentic self. Becoming “Untraditional”: How living with an open mind in a traditional family led to new opportunities. Why honest and open communication is crucial in family relationships, especially in traditional families. To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5 star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co 😘 SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE Hey loves! If you loved this episode… Follow along for more tips, more community, and more resources to brave a better you! www.instagram.com/neetabhushan + www.instagram.com/thebravetable https://neetabhushan.com Want more? Visit the website and order your copy of “That Sucked, Now What?” → https://thatsuckednowwhat.com/ Want to become a Certified Embodiment Coach? Learn more here → Here Learn more about Highest Self Institute and Dharma Coaching Institute → highestselfinstitute.com Take just 2 minutes and find what YOUR emotional type is by taking my FREE quiz here → theemotionalreset.com/quiz For a weekly dose of my hacks, tools, & tips to emotionally reset, join my newsletter here → yourweeklyreset.com If you loved this episode, check out… Ep.#227 Dr. Sahaj Kohli On Changing Cultural Views on Mental Health Through Therapy ( Apple | Spotify | YouTube ) Ep.#226 Healing From Trauma Through Self-Discovery and Inner Work with Sara Al Madani ( Apple | Spotify | YouTube ) Ep.#208 Sara Hamdan on How Storytelling Can Rewrite Cultural Narratives ( Apple | Spotify | YouTube ) 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.