We are often told that vulnerability signifies weakness and that tears are for losers. Many of us were trained to suppress our emotions and to let our cries be unheard. There seems to be a strict requirement always to let bravery be evident in our faces and that even a slight display of vulnerability must be forbidden. Here, we start to lose sight of what mental toughness truly entails.
Dr. Victor D. Kidd is a Sport Mental Health Consultant and Sport Psychotherapist who utilizes his clinical training to impact systems in sports organizations and athletes. He is also the CEO and founder of Kidd Wellness Solutions and Consulting, LLC. Dr. Kidd currently assists the National Basketball Association (NBA) on various initiatives that support their innovative approach to supporting key stakeholders. In addition, Dr. Kidd works as a Clinician/ Psychotherapist at Basics Group Practice, LLC providing therapeutic services to athletes, first responders, and Black males experiencing trauma, general and performance anxiety, depression, and co-occurring disorders.
In this special episode with Dr. Victor Kidd, we'll learn about the man who is truly genuine and passionate about the work that he is doing. He believes that a therapeutic relationship is crucial to lifelong fulfillment. He will elucidate mental toughness in its most beneficial context and make us realize that every person should have access to a secure environment where they can deal with stress and happiness.
"Mental toughness is no longer mental toughness when it is at the detriment of your well-being. It is when we experience dysregulation from trying to push through, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and unhealthy social behaviors." - Dr. Victor D. Kidd
Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Introduction + Episode Snippet
(00:00:13) Introducing our special guest, Dr. Victor KIdd
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(00:03:10) Taking a unique path: How did Dr. Kidd go from being a social worker into working with the NBA?
(00:07:29) Being in the right place at the right time: Who is Dr. Victor Kidd?
(00:08:04) Did you establish your own business right away?
(00:09:33) Opportunities that birthed out in a pandemic
(00:10:11) Dr. Kidd's outstanding exposure in working with the athletes
(00:11:55) Stay ready, so you don't have to get ready.
(00:12:12) How did your therapy sessions go entirely virtual?
(00:13:16) The benefit of a virtual therapy session: Providing clients their flexibility
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(00:15:01) Be genuine and passionate: How did you leverage your connections to build relationships with big companies?
(00:16:36) Make sure to do good work: It is about relationship building.
(00:17:00) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: What exactly does it signify and indicate?
(00:20:02) Who is an ideal patient for Dr. Kidd's virtual therapy session?
(00:22:32) Reverse that curse: Black males are raised not to be vulnerable.
(00:22:56) Final TimeOut with Dr. Victor D. Kidd: How would you differentiate mental toughness to an athlete who wants to push through amid struggles?
(00:24:29) When does mental toughness turn into mental weakness?
(00:25:54) Don't make yourself an island when you're struggling.
(00:26:15) Connect with Dr. Victor Kidd
Key Takeaways:
"I have a unique skill set, and I've been blessed. It is the good fortune of being in the right place at the time."- Dr. Victor D. Kidd
"The virtual space allowed me to grab people, and it made me more accessible."- Dr. Victor D. Kidd
"When you do good work, people want to expose you to other individuals who may appreciate your good work."- Dr. Victor D. Kidd
"We have to understand that when pushing through becomes dysfunctional or maladaptive to your general wellness or your overall well-being, then it's problematic."- Dr. Victor D. Kidd
"You have to be connected with someone, don't make yourself an island when you're struggling."- Dr. Derrick Burgess
Connect with Dr. Victor Kidd:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorkidd/
Email: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/victor-d-kidd-burtonsville-md/792963
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/docveezus/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealdrkidd?lang=en
Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess:
Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg
Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com
