<p>What’s up, Brave Table fam? It’s Dr. Neeta here, your sassy, warm, and always-brave guide to unpacking life’s biggest questions. This week, we’re diving into a conversation that will have you rethinking everything you thought you knew about productivity. Are you addicted to the hustle? Is your self-worth wrapped up in your to-do list? Well, buckle up, because today, the brilliant <strong>Isra Nasir</strong>—psychotherapist, mental health educator, and author of <em>Toxic Productivity</em>—is here to shake things up.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Isra gets real about the immigrant hustle mentality, self-worth, and how shame and toxic productivity can sneak into our lives. We explore why achievement often equals acceptance in immigrant communities and how we can break free from these cycles to embrace joy, rest, and intentional living. This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a full-on permission slip to <em>savor the slow</em> and redefine what success looks like for you. Get ready to feel seen, heard, and totally inspired.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>What you'll get out of this episode…</strong> </p> <p><br></p> <p>Your worth isn’t your to-do list—your value is inherent, not earned!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Rest isn’t lazy—it’s revolutionary, fueling your creativity and joy!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Break the immigrant hustle mentality—success doesn’t require self-sacrifice!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Triggers aren’t the enemy—your reactions are; manage them to build resilience.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Self-awareness is your superpower—ask “Why?” to reclaim your time and energy.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>TIMESTAMPS</strong></p> <p><br></p> <p>[00:00:00] Welcome to The Brave Table + Meet Isra Nasir</p> <p>[00:02:00] What Is Toxic Productivity?</p> <p>[00:07:00] Isra’s Journey from Hustle to Healing</p> <p>[00:16:00] The Checklist Lifestyle: Why We All Deserve More</p> <p>[00:22:00] Self-Worth vs. Self-Esteem: Understanding the Difference</p> <p>[00:27:00] Productivity Dysmorphia: Why It’s Never “Good Enough”</p> <p>[00:33:00] Braving Difficult Conversations with Family</p> <p>[00:40:00] Managing Unresolved Shame and Triggers</p> <p>[00:46:00] The Art of Rest and Rejuvenation</p> <p>[00:53:00] How to Redefine Laziness + Where to Get the Book</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>To receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to [email protected] 😘</strong></p> <p><br></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYur-0JccshlS90RO2ZfuUg" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Follow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!</strong></p> <p><br></p> <p>IG / <a href="https://www.instagram.com/neetabhushan/?hl=en" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@neetabhushan</a> </p> <p>IG / <a href="http://www.instagram.com/thebravetable" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@thebravetable </a></p> <p>TIKTOK / <a href="http://www.tiktok.com/neeta.bhushan" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@neeta.bhushan</a></p> <p>WEB / <a href="https://neetabhushan.com/10-day-emotional-reset" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://neetabhushan.com</a></p> <p>YOUTUBE / <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@NeetaBhushanOfficial" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@NeetaBhushanOfficial</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Connect with today’s guest, <strong>Israa Nasir</strong></p> <p><br></p> <p>IG / <a href="http://www.instagram.com/thebravetable" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/well.guide/?hl=en" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@well.guide</a></p> <p>LINKEDIN / <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/israanasir/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Israa Nasir </a></p> <p>TIKTOK / <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@israajnasir?lang=en" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@israajnasir</a></p> <p>Order Israa’s book “ Toxic Productivity” here  → <a href="https://www.israanasir.com/toxic-productivity" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.israanasir.com/toxic-productivity</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Want more?</strong></p> <p><br></p> <p>Visit the website and order your free copy of “That Sucked, Now What?” ( just pay for shipping)  → <a href="http://neetabhushan.com/free-book-bonus/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">neetabhushan.com/free-book-bonus/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Grab your Affirmation/ Conversation Card deck here → <a href="https://thatsuckednowwhat.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://thatsuckednowwhat.com/</a> </p> <p><br></p> <p>Take just 2 minutes and find what YOUR emotional type is by taking  my FREE quiz here →  <a href="http://theemotionalreset.com/quiz" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theemotionalreset.com/quiz</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>For a weekly dose of my hacks, tools, & tips to emotionally reset, join my newsletter here → <a href=