Listening Ears

Listening Ears

Listening Ears Podcast with Vernae Bezear | Real Talk. Real Growth. Real Life. Are you ready to show up for yourself—fully, bravely, and authentically? Welcome to Listening Ears, your sanctuary for deep self-awareness, genuine self-love, and transformative personal growth. Guided by your host, Vernae Bezear, each episode delivers powerful insights, reflective storytelling, and practical tools to help you navigate the complexities of womanhood, motherhood, marriage, mental health, and intentional living. After 3 powerful years, Listening Ears continues to inspire a vibrant community dedicated to embracing their authentic selves, nurturing emotional resilience, and reclaiming their personal power. Here, we don’t just talk—we listen. We listen to our hearts, our truths, and the quiet yet courageous voices within us. It's real conversations about real life, because you deserve to be seen, heard, and understood. Topics we explore include: Emotional Wellness and Mental Health Authentic Womanhood and Identity Mindful Motherhood and Parenting Empowered Relationships and Marriage Personal Growth and Self-Awareness It’s your turn. You’ve cared for everyone else—now care for you. Join the journey today. Subscribe to Listening Ears on your favorite podcast platform for weekly episodes that help you grow stronger, love deeper, and live louder. Follow & Connect: Instagram: @Moderndaymom247 #SelfDiscovery #MindfulMotherhood #PersonalGrowthPodcast #ListeningEarsPodcast #WomanhoodUnfiltered #MentalHealthMatters #AuthenticLiving #SelfLoveJourney

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June 5, 2025 7 mins

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Have you ever felt that stinging dismissal when someone casually refers to your business as your "little hobby"? Those seemingly innocent words carry weight, subtly diminishing what might be your life's work and passion.

Today's episode confronts this common experience faced by mother entrepreneurs, creators, and visionaries. We explore the powerful truth that what you're creating isn't sm...

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Celebrating three years of the Listening Ears podcast with a reflection on the power of the liminal space – that messy, in-between place where authentic creation happens. We explore why your voice matters most when you're in transition, and how sharing from uncertainty creates deeper connections than waiting for perfect clarity.

• The liminal space is the uncertainty between who you've been and who ...

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Staying grounded amid chaos isn't about perfection—it's about finding that crucial space between stimulus and response. When your child spills milk all over their homework while you're juggling your day job and dinner prep, how do you respond? That momentary pause, that deep breath before reacting, can transform the entire situation.

This episode explores the art of staying regulated when life ...

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The quiet voice beneath the chaos of motherhood whispers, "I'm still here." But in a world that sees you primarily as mom—the snack maker, trip planner, peacekeeper, and scheduler—that voice often goes unheard. This intimate bonus episode of Listening Ears creates a safe space for women to reconnect with their authentic selves beyond the beautiful but all-encompassing identity of motherhood.

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April 14, 2024 6 mins

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Have you ever stood before a mirror, gazing into your own eyes, and realized you didn't truly know the person staring back? Today, I, invite you into an intimate dance of self-discovery and self-love, guiding you through the empowering act of cultivating the relationship we often overlook – the one with ourselves. In this soulful exploration, we uncover how this profound bond influences every aspect of our lives,...

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Have you ever experienced a failure that completely reshaped your understanding of success? Join me, Vernae Bezear, as we unwrap the unexpected gifts of our missteps and grow from what initially seems like defeat. 

On this episode of The Listening Ears Podcast, we redefine failure and transform it into a powerful catalyst for growth. You'll learn to pivot from seeing setbacks as stumbling blocks to recog...

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Unearth the power that's been residing within you all along as we journey together into the depths of inner strength on this episode of Listening Ears Podcast. 
I'm Vernae Bezear, your guide on this expedition, and I assure you, this exploration goes beyond physical prowess – it's a dive into mental toughness, emotional resilience, and the wisdom that surfaces from overcoming life's challenges....

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What if the safest place you could ever find is not where you live, but within yourself? What if your body, mind, and spirit were your sanctuary, your home? This episode of the Listening Ears Podcast invites you on a journey of introspection, mindfulness, and self-awareness, prompting you to explore the concept of 'home' beyond the four walls and a roof. Together, we'll unravel the intertwined facets of...

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Are you constantly juggling tasks, responsibilities, and uncertainties, feeling like peace is just out of your reach? What if I told you the tranquility you yearn for lies in the present moment, right here, right now? 

Remember, finding peace and acceptance is not an overnight journey; it requires patience and self-compassion. Come, lend us your listening ears as we share transformative insights and hope to s...

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Welcome to Season 2 of Listening Ears Podcast!  

Have you ever wondered about the strength that comes from embracing your true self, from quieting the noise and truly listening to that inner voice? This season of Listening Ears podcast propels us on a journey inward, exploring the powerful realms of self-acceptance, self-discovery and intentional living.

We'll navigate through enlightening topics such as love, comm...

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Episode 13: From Breakdown to Breakthrough

In this episode I share:   

  • How the quote by Carl Jung reminds us that we are not what happened to us, we are only what we choose to be!
  • How loving myself and choosing myself has brought me to this breakthrough!

Season 1 is Done!

Join me for Season 2 coming in 2023!

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In this episode I share:   

  • How to listen to yourself and others from a place of nothing.
  • How learning to listen without any meaning on it is the most important thing you can do in a relationship.

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July 25, 2022 10 mins

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Episode 11: Speak your mind-TODAY

In this episode I share:   

  • Why being sure of what you want, need, and desire is vital for you to be fulfilled.
  • Why speaking up for yourselves isn't selfish.
  • Some reasons why people can't "hear" you.

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July 18, 2022 6 mins

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Question: How do you find the strength to be who you are now?

In this episode (#10) for the first time, I  answer a listener's question.  I share...

  • How I find strength in my everyday tasks.
  • Why I believe strength is relative.

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How do you find JOY in your everyday life?

In this episode (#9) I share:

  • How I used rewards and punishment to shape my entire existence.
  • How I frame tasks with intentionality.
  • 7 Ways I find JOY in my everyday life.

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In this episode (#8) I share:

  • How I thought I was daring greatly by jumping into my life (but wasn't really).
  • How negative self-talk and negative ways of being can cripple you.
  • How being vulnerable, patient, and honest with yourself can equal a life worth living.

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Have you been honest with yourself?

In this episode I share:

  • How being honest and vulnerable with myself was one of the most difficult things I have ever done.
  • 3 ways you can begin to be HONEST with yourself Today.

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Are you afraid of happiness? 

Do you actively sabotage happiness so as to avoid bad feelings?


In this episode I share:

  • What cherophobia (happiness anxiety) is and looks like.
  • A true story about when I believe this began to manifest in my life.
  • Tips that have helped me to combat happiness anxiety.

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June 13, 2022 8 mins

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Do you move with Intentionality? 

In this episode I discuss:

  • How coming from a place of intentionality has helped me become more grounded with my everyday actions and thoughts!
  • Quick ways you can practice being intentional NOW!

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Does someone's personality dictate who they are and what they become?  Can people change their personalities?
Some studies suggest it is possible. 

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  • Can people change their personalities?
  • Can friends and family accept these changes?
  • Are we really just who we are?

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