That Sucked. Now What? Finding Magic In the Mess with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

After years of research into human behavior, observing people in their worst and best moments, being a mother of two small children, and failing more than a few times herself, Dr. Neeta Bhushan knows what it takes to get back up no matter what bowled you over. This episode discusses cultivating resilience and finding magic in the mess. Dr. Neeta Bhushan is the host of the Brave Table podcast and author of the acclaimed book: That Sucked. Now What?: How to Embrace the Joy in Chaos and Find Magic in the Mess. A How-to guide that offers grace to the human experience by reminding you that life may catch you off guard, but you can bounce back & even fly forward. - Jay Shetty As co-founder of the Global Grit Institute, a mental health training platform for leaders and coaches, co-founder of the Dharma Coaching Institute, training thousands to live their best lives, and a thriving coach in her own right, Neeta Bhushan helps people move past their heartbreaks, failures, and disappointments. In this episode, we discuss: Moments of suck: Neeta’s story of leaving a toxic and abusive relationship Losing several members of her family and the process of navigating through grief and trauma Having a pity party for one Spiritual bypassing - how to recognize it Toxic positivity The importance of a soul support posse How we can learn to embrace our humanness How to conjure bravery and misconception of bravery Good stress, what it is and how to welcome it The importance of speaking your truth and having hard conversations The Bounce Factor - how to break through to lasting, audacious resilience How to become the masters of our emotions The process of finding radical self-awareness The Flying Forward Framework - the five stages - Falling, Igniting, Rising, Magnifying, and Thriving Why moments of chaos can be beautiful opportunities for change and possibility   Resources: Find Neeta’s new book That Sucked. Now What? on Amazon. Follow Neeta on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, and Youtube Want to chat about this episode? Text 📲 at +1 (323) 405-9256 Join our brand new, inspiring community for creatives: CLUB CÁSCARA The club is for you if: You’re seeking business & creative resources from a community that gets it. You’re a content creator, solo entrepreneur, creative, or leader needing holistic support. You want to sustainably grow your creative business without sacrificing your well-being.  Sign up at ouiwestudio.com/club This show is produced, mixed, recorded + additional music by Ben Alleman Closing music: Pet Fangs