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Navigating Trauma And Personal Growth With KaRon Spriggs-Bethea

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“We have to listen to ourselves”

In this episode, Nick speaks with KaRon Spriggs-Bethea to explore themes of self-expression, the impact of trauma on personal growth, and the importance of listening in therapeutic settings.

What to listen for:

  • Self-expression can be tied to personal experiences and trauma
  • Listening is crucial in therapy to understand clients’ needs
  • Therapists should collaborate with clients rather than just giving advice
  • Understanding the systems affecting mental health is essential
  • Self-care involves multiple dimensions, including physical and emotional well-being
  • Values can change over time and should be reassessed regularly

“Even if you can or cannot open that door, the choice to sometimes isn’t right”

  • Just because a door is there doesn’t mean it’s the right time—or the right one—to walk through
  • It’s not about whether you can do something, but whether doing it aligns with your values and goals
  • Some paths look appealing but aren’t meant to be taken just yet—or ever. Honor your intuition
  • The right choice isn’t always obvious, but checking in with yourself helps you decide wisely

“What am I feeling around that? Now that I look back at what was going on, what do I feel about that?”

  • Looking back with curiosity—not judgment—helps reveal what truly mattered in past experiences.
  • Emotions shift as we grow, giving us fresh perspectives on old situations
  • Naming emotions helps process them, turning past confusion into present clarity
  • Your feelings are data, not directives. They offer insight, but you get to choose how to respond to them moving forward.

About KaRon Spriggs-Bethea

KaRon Spriggs-Bethea is a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania and social work professor at Herzing University. He recently received his Doctorate in Social Work from Capella University. In addition to teaching, KaRon provides therapy at his private practice, Let’s Talk Solutions, where he works with individuals from all walks of life.

Resources:

Interested in starting your own podcast or need help with one you already have? Send Nick an email or schedule a time to discuss your podcast today! [email protected]

Thank you for listening!

Please subscribe on iTunes and give us a 5-Star review! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mindset-and-self-mastery-show/id1604262089

Listen to other episodes here: https://themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com/

Watch Clips and highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk1tCM7KTe3hrq_-UAa6GHA

Guest Inquiries right here: [email protected]

Your Friends at “The Mindset & Self-Mastery Show”

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“We have to listen to ourselves”

In this episode, Nick speaks with KaRon Spriggs-Bethea to explore themes of self-expression, the impact of trauma on personal growth, and the importance of listening in therapeutic settings.

What to listen for:

  • Self-expression can be tied to personal experiences and trauma
  • Listening is crucial in therapy to understand clients’ needs
  • Therapists should collaborate with clients rather than just giving advice
  • Understanding the systems affecting mental health is essential
  • Self-care involves multiple dimensions, including physical and emotional well-being
  • Values can change over time and should be reassessed regularly

“Even if you can or cannot open that door, the choice to sometimes isn’t right”

  • Just because a door is there doesn’t mean it’s the right time—or the right one—to walk through
  • It’s not about whether you can do something, but whether doing it aligns with your values and goals
  • Some paths look appealing but aren’t meant to be taken just yet—or ever. Honor your intuition
  • The right choice isn’t always obvious, but checking in with yourself helps you decide wisely

“What am I feeling around that? Now that I look back at what was going on, what do I feel about that?”

  • Looking back with curiosity—not judgment—helps reveal what truly mattered in past experiences.
  • Emotions shift as we grow, giving us fresh perspectives on old situations
  • Naming emotions helps process them, turning past confusion into present clarity
  • Your feelings are data, not directives. They offer insight, but you get to choose how to respond to them moving forward.

About KaRon Spriggs-Bethea

KaRon Spriggs-Bethea is a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania and social work professor at Herzing University. He recently received his Doctorate in Social Work from Capella University. In addition to teaching, KaRon provides therapy at his private practice, Let’s Talk Solutions, where he works with individuals from all walks of life.

Resources:

Interested in starting your own podcast or need help with one you already have? Send Nick an email or schedule a time to discuss your podcast today! [email protected]

Thank you for listening!

Please subscribe on iTunes and give us a 5-Star review! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mindset-and-self-mastery-show/id1604262089

Listen to other episodes here: https://themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com/

Watch Clips and highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk1tCM7KTe3hrq_-UAa6GHA

Guest Inquiries right here: [email protected]

Your Friends at “The Mindset & Self-Mastery Show”

  continue reading

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