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The Mindful Dad

Odeani McBean

48 episodes

5 days ago

Struggling to squeeze in a “perfect” 2-hour miracle morning between daycare drop-off and early meetings? In this video I share a realistic 30–45 minute morning routine for busy dads built on three simple pillars: breath, reflection, and movement. Key Themes: The Unique Challenge of Being a Busy Dad Adapting Your Morning Routine to Life's Seasons Why Morning Time is Crucial for Dads Principle 1: The Power of Breath Principle 2: The Importance of Self-Reflection Principle 3: Incorporating Movem...

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Struggling to squeeze in a “perfect” 2-hour miracle morning between daycare drop-off and early meetings? In this video I share a realistic 30–45 minute morning routine for busy dads built on three simple pillars: breath, reflection, and movement. Key Themes: The Unique Challenge of Being a Busy Dad Adapting Your Morning Routine to Life's Seasons Why Morning Time is Crucial for Dads Principle 1: The Power of Breath Principle 2: The Importance of Self-Reflection Principle 3: Incorporating Movem...

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Episodes (20/48)

The Mindful Dad

How to Build a 45-Minute Mindful Morning Routine as a Busy Dad

Struggling to squeeze in a “perfect” 2-hour miracle morning between daycare drop-off and early meetings? In this video I share a realistic 30–45 minute morning routine for busy dads built on three simple pillars: breath, reflection, and movement. Key Themes: The Unique Challenge of Being a Busy Dad Adapting Your Morning Routine to Life's Seasons Why Morning Time is Crucial for Dads Principle 1: The Power of Breath Principle 2: The Importance of Self-Reflection Principle 3: Incorporating Movem...

5 days ago

18 minutes

The Mindful Dad

How to Feel Proud as a Dad Without Anyone’s Praise

Are you waiting for someone else to validate your role as a dad? It's time to find that validation within! This video explores finding your own true measure of success as a father. Key Themes: Identity and Self-Perception Real-Life Examples of Fatherhood Challenges The Trap of External Validation Social Media and Fatherhood Practicing Non-Attachment Inner Child and Gold Stars AIM Framework for Self-Validation Download The Free Shadow Work Guide for Dads https://threesixfivedad.kit.com...

2 weeks ago

17 minutes

The Mindful Dad

Building a "Dad Legacy" With Presence

How do you want your children to remember you? What do you want your "Dad Legacy" to be? In this episode, I share how that answer has evolved for me, and I challenge you to prioritize presence over everything else. Key Themes: Reflecting on Legacy Evolving Perspectives on Fatherhood The Importance of Being Present Levels of Presence in Fatherhood Personal Story: Emotional Support from My Dad Conclusion and Final Thoughts Explore The 365 Dad Journal: The 365 Dad Journal Explore the Root...

1 month ago

23 minutes

The Mindful Dad

6 Unfair Societal Expectations Placed on Dads

I unpack six common expectations placed on dads and show you what to do instead. We discuss replacing old scripts with clear vows, and modeling emotional clarity without losing authority Explore The 365 Dad Journal: The 365 Dad Journal Explore the Rooted 1:1 Mindful Fatherhood Coaching Program: Free Fatherhood Clarity Call Subscribe to the Inner Journey Dad Weekly Newsletter: https://odeani.substack.com Download The Free Shadow Work Guide for Dads https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow T...

2 months ago

30 minutes

The Mindful Dad

How Co-Parenting Dads Can Create Real Stability

This episode gives you a practical way to feel steady even when your kids live in two homes. We cover a seven-minute morning reset, how to use the commute for calm, co-care strategies so you look after yourself while you parent, and rituals that travel between houses. You will learn how to stop unhelpful self-talk, handle comparison, and find evidence that your presence matters. Real talk, simple tools, immediate relief. Explore The 365 Dad Journal: The 365 Dad Journal Explore the Rooted 1:1 ...

2 months ago

32 minutes

The Mindful Dad

How To Teach True Forgiveness To Our Kids

What true forgiveness looks like for dads, and how to teach it to our kids. In this candid episode I share a real story of harm, the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, and three metaphors your child will actually understand. Key Themes: Exploring True Forgiveness Myths About Forgiveness The Two Arrows Framework Teaching Forgiveness to Kids Guided Meditation on Forgiveness Download The Free Shadow Work Guide for Dads https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow Expl...

2 months ago

29 minutes

The Mindful Dad

5 Mindful Habits Every Dad Can Start Today

In this episode, I share 5 simple mindful habits you can start today to deepen your connection with your kids and lower the stress of parenting. Key Themes: Habit 1: 20 Minutes of Undistracted Attention Habit 2: Phone-Free Walks Habit 3: Intentional Breathing Habit 4: Weekly Phone-Free Family Moments Habit 5: Gratitude Journaling Recap and Guided Meditation Download The Free Shadow Work Guide for Dads https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow Explore The 365 Dad Journal: The 365 Dad J...

2 months ago

31 minutes

The Mindful Dad

What Mindful Fatherhood Really Looks Like (and How to Start)

Mindful fatherhood isn’t about being the “perfect” dad. It’s about showing up with presence, awareness, and compassion, even when life gets messy. In this episode, we unpack what mindful fatherhood really means (beyond the buzzwords) and explore practical ways to live it every day. You’ll learn: • The truth about mindful parenting and what it’s not • Why presence is more powerful than control • How your breath can anchor you in moments of parenting chaos • Micro-practi...

3 months ago

32 minutes

The Mindful Dad

Navigating Your Teen's Pushback: A Mindful Dad’s Guide

Learn mindful strategies to gracefully handle teenage pushback, foster deeper connections, and transition smoothly from control to trust with your adolescent. Key Ideas: Recognize teenage pushback as natural development, not rebellion.Emphasize mutual grace: adolescence is new for both parent and child.Shift from ego-driven authority to curiosity and genuine dialogue.Prioritize connection and relationship over strict adherence to rules.Listen actively without defensiveness.Acknowledging your ...

3 months ago

29 minutes

The Mindful Dad

How to Build Unshakeable Confidence as a Father

Ever doubt your ability as a father? Discover practical ways to build inner trust, overcome self-doubt, and step confidently into your role as a dad. Download The Free Shadow Work Guide for Dads https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow Explore The 365 Dad Journal: The 365 Dad Journal Explore the Rooted 1:1 Mindful Fatherhood Coaching Program: Free Fatherhood Clarity Call Subscribe to the 3-6-5 Dad Weekly Newsletter Connect: https://www.instagram.com/_odeani/ Thanks for tuning in to...

3 months ago

37 minutes

The Mindful Dad

How to Be Kind to Yourself on the Hardest Parenting Days

What do you do when you feel like you messed up as a dad? This episode is your permission slip to stop spiraling and start practicing real self-compassion. We explore mindful ways to reset when parenting feels heavy, without the shame. Subscribe to the Inner Journey Dad Newsletter Explore The 365 Dad Journal: The 365 Dad Journal Download The Free Shadow Work Guide for Dads https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow Explore the Rooted 1:1 Mindful Fatherhood Coaching Program: Free Fath...

3 months ago

37 minutes

The Mindful Dad

Finding Comfort In Their Independence

In this episode, Odeani McBean explores the bittersweet beauty of watching your children grow more independent. From towel rituals with his daughter to fading bedtime traditions with his son, this is a heart-forward exploration of what it means to be a dad who lets go without giving up. Thanks for tuning in today. New episodes drop every Tuesday at 5AM EST; so if something in this conversation resonated with you or helped you breathe a little deeper into your role as a dad, be sure to follow ...

4 months ago

28 minutes

The Mindful Dad

How to Normalize & Transcend Fatherhood Suffering

This episode is an honest conversation about the side of fatherhood most men don’t talk about. I share one of the lowest seasons of my life, and the quiet shame that came with it. But more importantly, we unpack the tools and path that helped me find solid ground again presence, journaling, and letting go of the war with reality. This episode is about honoring your pain without being defined by it. Explore The 365 Dad Journal: The 365 Dad Journal Work With Me: Free Fatherhood Clarity Call Su...

4 months ago

36 minutes

The Mindful Dad

Time as a Love Language in Fatherhood

In today’s episode, Odeani unpacks how quality and quantity time in fatherhood are connected, and why real love shows up in both. We talk presence, grief in parenting, and the small mindful acts that make time feel like love. Key Moments: Why quality can’t exist without quantityWhat your calendar says about your real valuesYou can live with your kids full time and still be emotionally MIAHow slowing your speech and making eye contact builds connectionPractices to integrate into your dai...

5 months ago

30 minutes

The Mindful Dad

The Myth of Emotional Weakness: Why Mindful Dads Are Strong

We’ve been sold a lie; that silence is strength, that emotions are weakness, and that mindful dads are somehow less “manly.” In this episode, Odeani unpacks the deeply rooted myth of emotional weakness in fatherhood and masculinity. From real-life stories with his son and nephew to personal moments of emotional resilience, he reveals why meditation isn’t a retreat from strength; it’s a return to it. Learn how mindfulness helps dads become less reactive, more emotionally grounded, and deeply c...

5 months ago

38 minutes

The Mindful Dad

Fatherhood as a Sacred Practice: 4 Spiritual Principles That Changed How I Parent

In this episode, I open up about a part of my journey I rarely talk about, my spiritual path; and how it quietly, consistently shapes the way I show up as a father. You don’t have to sit in a monastery to raise your kids with awareness. You just need to practice presence, compassion, and non-attachment. Together, we’ll explore 4 spiritual principles from my practice that have deeply transformed my parenting: Practicing non-attachment to who our children were yesterdayCultivating compassion&nb...

5 months ago

38 minutes

The Mindful Dad

Emotional Presence in Modern Fatherhood W/Paul Banas

An honest conversation on presence in modern fatherhood with Paul Banas of the Great Dad Talks Podcast. Check it out and share with a fellow dad. Key Takeaways: My journey into mindful fatherhood coaching Mindful Fatherhood Vulnerability in fatherhood Top 2 pain points that stick with most dads The Benefits of Journaling for Fathers Watch this interview on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ISJ7JDVtSvo?si=qoWvx5FASJ3ZRgL7 Download The Free Shadow Work Guide https://threesixfivedad.kit.com...

6 months ago

35 minutes

The Mindful Dad

The Power of Small Rituals in Parenting

In this episode of the Mindful Dad podcast, Odeani discusses the significance of small rituals in fatherhood that builds emotional connections with children. He emphasizes the importance of consistency over perfection in parenting and shares practical examples of rituals that can enhance family bonding. The conversation also addresses the challenges parents may face in maintaining these rituals and highlights the necessity of self-care for parents to foster a nurturing environment for their c...

6 months ago

30 minutes

The Mindful Dad

Intuitive Fatherhood: Letting Go of Scripts and Leading with Presence

A practical, honest conversation on what it means to parent from presence, not scripts. We explore intuitive parenting, why it’s hard for dads, and how to trust your inner guidance. Includes real stories, simple tools, and a short guided meditation to help you lead from within. Key Themes Introduction to Intuitive ParentingDefining Intuitive Parenting Parenting from Presence vs. ScriptsReal-Life Examples of Intuitive ParentingChallenges of Intuitive Parenting for DadsDistinguishing...

6 months ago

30 minutes

The Mindful Dad

The Mindful Fatherhood Starter Pack: 5 Habits Every Dad Needs

The Mindful Fatherhood Starter Pack offers five simple but powerful practices that help dads lead with more calm, presence, and emotional awareness in their daily lives. Key Themes • "What's Mine?" - A self-reflection technique to separate your emotional reactions from your child's actions • Three one-minute presence breaks throughout your day to ground yourself and regulate your nervous system • Respond without rescuing by being a witness to your child's experience instead of immediately t...

6 months ago

30 minutes