370: Founder, Mama, ADHD? How to Stop Shaming Your Brain & Start Thriving
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Hey Brave Table fam—today’s solo is one that’s been stirring in my heart for a while.
In this episode, I’m finally owning something I’ve never admitted publicly in over 300 episodes... I have ADHD. Yep. Your girl has spent years juggling a neurodivergent brain while building businesses, raising two littles, writing books, and trying to keep it all together. And maybe you’ve been doing that too—silently.
So today I’m sharing the real tools and rituals that help me stay grounded, how I’ve redefined “productivity” as a founder and mama, and how you can build a life around your brain instead of trying to fix it. We’re talking rituals over routines, brain dumps, chai therapy, and why the pressure to be someone you’re not is way more exhausting than the chaos itself.
This is your permission slip to stop shaming your brain and start honoring it.
What you'll get out of this episode…
Why you don’t need to fix your brain—you just need to understand it
The real reason ADHD is emotional (not just logical or behavioral)
Why hyper-productivity doesn’t mean you’re “okay”
My 3 go-to rituals that anchor me without overwhelming me
The surprising way chai became my nervous system healer
How to thrive with ADHD, especially if you’re a multitasking mama or founder
What happens when you finally give yourself permission to slow down
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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.
