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403: How to Stop Shrinking, Over-Apologizing, and Negotiating Yourself Out of What You Actually Want — with Lousin Mehrabi

· 43 min · Episode 403

Episode 403: How to Stop Shrinking, Over-Apologizing, and Negotiating Yourself Out of What You Actually Want — with Lousin Mehrabi

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If you run away from conflict or think you’re “just not a good negotiator,” this episode will change everything.

In this deeply personal and powerful episode of The Brave Table, I sit down with world-renowned negotiator and mother, Lousin Mehrabi, who takes us on a journey of what negotiation really means. Spoiler: it’s not about boardrooms, billion-dollar deals, or getting your way. It’s about navigating life’s toughest moments, from parenting a child with a terminal condition to asking for what you need in love, life, and leadership.

What you'll get out of this episode…

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The heartbreak of parenting through unimaginable circumstances and finding purpose in the pain

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How negotiation isn’t about conflict; it's the way out of it

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Why women hesitate to call themselves “negotiators” (and how to reclaim that)

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Real strategies for everyday negotiation

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How to negotiate when emotions run high

Connect with Lousin

IG / https://www.instagram.com/lousinmehrabi

LINKEDIN / https://www.linkedin.com/in/lousin-mehrabi

YT / https://www.youtube.com/@lousinmehrabi

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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.

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