{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F25105a06-61e2-48ad-a6fc-273990e1e716","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Children\u2019s Mental Health, Emotions as Instincts & Healing the \u201cHole in the Soul\u201d with Richard Tierney","description":"On Soul Sparks,, Richard Tierney challenges the \u201cdisorder-first\u201d approach to children\u2019s mental health. He reframes emotions\u2014anxiety, fear, grief, anger, sadness, loneliness\u2014as instinctive signals that call for fight, flight, freeze, or accept responses. We discuss why early labels can derail development, how dissociation can be a protective coping tool for kids, and a practical family method to build an \u201caction toolkit\u201d for hard feelings. Richard also shares his framework for repairing the \u201chole in the soul,\u201d and why spiritual language (the \u201cI AM\u201d statements) can shift identity and behavior. This direct, no-fluff conversation is for parents, educators, therapists, and youth mentors seeking root-cause healing, not symptom suppression.\nAbout the Guest\u00a0\u00a0:\nRichard Tierney is a trauma recovery coach and author of How to Live Stress and Anxiety-Free 24 Hours a Day. His work centers on teaching families to interpret emotions as survival signals and to practice simple, repeatable actions that restore safety, agency, and spiritual alignment.\nKey Takeaways :\n\n\nEmotions = Signals, not defects: Anxiety/fear/grief/anger/sadness/loneliness cue fight, flight, freeze, or accept\u2014teach kids safe, concrete actions for each.\n\n\nFamily practice builds resilience: Role-play responses at home (e.g., take a pause, step outside, ask for help, quiet space) so children have ready scripts under stress.\n\n\nDissociation can be protective for young kids: When leaving or fighting isn\u2019t safe, briefly \u201cchecking out\u201d may help a child self-preserve; adults should reduce threat and guide back gently.\n\n\nLabels later, learning now: Prioritize developmental experience and skills during adolescence; avoid premature pathologizing that can narrow identity and options.\n\n\nSpiritual identity statements (\u201cI AM\u201d) can reinforce healthier self-concepts; pair them with real-world actions and professional care when needed.\n\n\nSafety first: If a child senses danger, leave, pause, or seek support; trusting instincts is a teachable skill.\n\n\nCare escalation: Strong, persistent, or impairing symptoms always warrant evaluation by qualified clinicians alongside any family practice or spiritual tools.\n\n\nHow to Connect with the Guest\u00a0\u00a0:\n\n\nEmail: appointments@traumarecoveryanonymous.com\n\n\nBooks: Healing Any Trauma Memory and How to Live Stress and Anxiety-Free 24 Hours a Day (available on major platforms)\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nMedical Disclaimer: The content in this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician, mental health provider, or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychological condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard in this episode.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/31f4af9e-cc4e-409a-98fb-653e1f193907/mtdlnc5qcgc.jpg"}