The Huddle Wisdom Podcast

By: Dr. Davin Tan - Psychiatrist and Dedicated Dad on a Mission to Empower People Parents Caregivers and Anyone Helping Their Anxious Children Thrive
  • Summary

  • Navigating the complexities of caring for children in today’s world can be challenging. Stay updated with the latest mental models and key ideas to help your family thrive. The Huddle Wisdom Podcast* focuses on supporting anxious kids, empathic parenting, and mental health in the context of modern living. Learn how we can all contribute to creating a better future for the next generation. Feel less exasperated, less alone, and more connected through courage, connection, humour, and empathy. And of course, "noodles, not sandwiches"! Hosted by Dr. Davin Tan 🧠, dad and child forensic psychiatrist.
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Episodes
  • Episode 124: Understanding Before Change; how to 'look' at Anxiety
    Jan 21 2025

    Understanding Before Change: Huddle Wisdom Podcast Episode 124

    Do you ever feel frustrated by your child's anxiety?

    In this episode, we explore how your own behavior might be impacting your child.

    • We often react quickly to our kids' anxiety.
    • We want to fix it immediately.
    • But sometimes, our reactions can make things worse.

    Take a moment.

    Think about how you respond to your anxious child.

    • Do you get anxious yourself?
    • Do you try to solve their problems?
    • Do you avoid situations that make them anxious?

    Your reactions can unintentionally reinforce your child's anxiety.

    Instead, try this:

    • Understand your own anxiety.
    • Manage your own emotions.
    • Model calm behavior.

    When you change, you'll see a change in your child.

    Listen now to learn more.

    www.huddlewisdom.com/14days (14 Day email series)

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    17 mins
  • Episode 123: Building Resilience - From Anxiety to Confidence
    Jan 12 2025

    Building Resilience - From Anxiety to Confidence - This episode explores practical strategies for helping children build resilience and confidence in managing their anxiety

    Dr. Tan introduces the "Courage Ladder" approach, which involves creating manageable steps to gradually expose children to their fears

    The episode also emphasizes the importance of understanding the physical symptoms of anxiety and how to manage them

    Dr. Tan introduces the "Body Detective" technique for recognizing and managing physical anxiety signals

    Practical tools are also discussed, including the "Dragon Breath" technique, the "Worry Box," and the "Superhero Pose"

    The episode stresses that supporting an anxious child is a journey and that consistency and understanding are crucial

    The episode emphasizes that the goal is not to eliminate anxiety, but to help children learn to navigate it effectively

    Course: Making sense of anxious kids

    www.huddlewisdom.com/makingsenseofanxiouskids

    IMPORTANT NOTE:

    The information provided in these podcast episode descriptions is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice It is important to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any concerns about a child's mental health. The podcast series, "Making Sense of Anxious Kids," aims to help parents better understand and support their anxious children. Dr. Davin Tan, a child psychiatrist, shares insights and strategies based on his experience working with families The series covers topics such as understanding the anxious mind, effective communication techniques, and building resilience

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    15 mins
  • Episode 122: The Power of Validation
    Jan 7 2025

    The Power of Validation - Communication That Transforms - This episode focuses on the critical role of validation in communicating with anxious children

    Dr. Tan explains how dismissing a child's fears can worsen their anxiety and emphasizes the importance of acknowledging their feelings

    Validation acts as a "bridge" to help anxious children move towards coping strategies

    The episode provides examples of how to validate a child's feelings by using phrases such as "It sounds like you're really worried" instead of dismissing their fears

    It also introduces the "Feel and Deal" approach, which involves validating the emotion first, then working on coping strategies together.

    The key takeaway is that validation creates emotional safety, which is necessary for children to face their fears

    Course: Making sense of anxious kids

    IMPORTANT NOTE:

    The information provided in these podcast episode descriptions is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice It is important to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any concerns about a child's mental health.

    The podcast series, "Making Sense of Anxious Kids," aims to help parents better understand and support their anxious children. Dr. Davin Tan, a child psychiatrist, shares insights and strategies based on his experience working with families The series covers topics such as understanding the anxious mind, effective communication techniques, and building resilience

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    15 mins

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