The Mindful Dad
Odeani McBean
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About This Podcast
The Mindful Dad Podcast is where modern fathers come to reconnect—with themselves, their children, and what truly matters.
I’m your host, Odeani McBean, a mindful fatherhood coach and creator of the 365 Dad Journal. This show is for dads who want to break free from outdated parenting norms and lead with heart, presence, and purpose.
Each week, we dive into the deeper layers of fatherhood, exploring mindfulness, emotional intelligence, spiritual growth, and self-awareness. From letting go of control to healing childhood wounds, we cover the real stuff that helps you show up fully—not just as a dad, but as your highest self.
Expect practical tips, thought-provoking reflections, and honest conversations about what it really means to be a conscious, connected father in today’s world.
Whether you’re balancing a 9-to-5, side gigs, full blown entrepreneurship, or navigating the highs and lows of fatherhood, this podcast will help you slow down, breathe deeper, and parent with more presence and intention.
Because mindful dads don’t just raise better kids—they become better men.
🎧 New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe and start your mindful fatherhood journey today.
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3 Things Busy Dads Get Wrong About Self-Improvement
You're trying to do too much, copying the wrong people, and acting "too much" like someone you're not yet. Those three habits are ruining your growth as a dad. Grab the 365 Dad Journal:…
My Son Asked Me If I Even Cry
After my daughter moved across the country, my 14-year-old son and I had a moment in the car I was not prepared for. In this episode I talk about what it means to be emotionally present with your…
The One Thing Missing From Every Dad's Apology
Apologizing to your kids is the right move. But if you stop there, the cycle repeats. In this video I break down what comes after the apology; the self-inquiry that actually changes how you show…
Parenting From Fear vs Parenting From Love
Most of us have told ourselves at some point that we reacted the way we did because we love our kids. In this episode I share a specific moment from a trip to Arizona with my son that forced me to…
Why Most Dads Struggle In Silence
Most dads are going through the same things but almost none of them talk about it to other men. In this episode I share what happened when I started opening up to other fathers on my competitive…
Does My Son See Me As A Failure?
Most dads carry this question privately and never say it out loud. Does my child see my failures more clearly than my love? In this episode I get honest about my own version of that fear — living at…
The One Thing That Made My Meditation Practice Sustainable As A Busy Dad
After almost ten years of consistent meditation practice, one thing stands out above everything else as the reason the practice has lasted. It is not routine. It is not discipline. It is not finding…
You Don't Have A Discipline Problem. You Have A Self Worth Problem.
If you've tried meditating, journaling, meal prepping, waking up early — and you've quit all of them at some point — this episode is going to reframe everything you think you know about why that…
The real reason you snap at your kids (and why willpower won't fix it)
Most dads who struggle with reactive parenting think they have a patience problem or an anger problem. The truth runs a lot deeper than that. In this episode we get into what's actually happening in…
Why dads who have it together keep falling apart in private.
You're winning on the outside. So why does it still feel like you're failing where it matters most? In this episode we get into the identity gap that most dads feel but almost nobody names ..the…
14 Years of Parenting Advice in 13 Minutes
In this week's episode of the mindful dad podcast, I break down 14 years of fatherhood lessons into 13 minutes of practical advice for dads who want to be more present, patient, and intentional. I…
If Fatherhood Feels Like Chaos...Simplify These 3 Things
If parenting feels like chaos and you are one tantrum or one teenage pushback away from snapping, this episode is for you. I break down 3 things busy dads need to simplify right now: your…
How To Raise A Child That Can Handle Anything In Life
raising resilient children during tough times. key themes:The Struggle of Parenting To RescueThe Importance of Showing ReceiptsTeaching Kids Not to ClingBeing the Example of ResilienceConclusion and…
Connected Dads Don't Have More Time, They Do This Instead
Having “no free time” and being “too busy” are state of minds. Learn how to move past this perspective to better connect with your children when you feel you have “zero free time”. 👉🏾 Free Inner…
The Secret to Parenting a Teen and Toddler Simultaneously (WITHOUT Losing Your Mind)
Raising a toddler and raising a teen can feel like two completely different jobs; one is constant hands-on chaos, the other is emotional navigation and letting go of control. In this episode, I break…
I Quit These 5 Normal Habits to Master My Emotions
If you feel constantly triggered, the problem might be what you are tolerating in your daily routine. These are the 5 'normal' habits I killed to better manage my internal stateKey Themes:Habit 1:…
Don't Waste Your 20s and 30s Making These 8 Mistakes
8 Brutal lessons that I wish I learned much earlier in life. Key Themes:Hitting Rock Bottom Lesson 1: The Prison of External ValidationLesson 2: The Dangers of OverconsumptionLesson 4: Conscious…
Your Child is Your Greatest Teacher
Why we should embrace treating our children as our greatest teachers in life. Key ThemesMy Children, My Greatest GurusEmbracing Children as GurusDropping the Dad EgoLearning from Your…
Fix these 4 things to stop feeling overwhelmed as a dad
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Why You Keep Missing Important Moments With Your Kids
When was the last time you slowed down long enough to actually enjoy the season of fatherhood you once prayed for? In this episode, we talk about why we dads often miss the tiny, sacred moments right…
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The Mindful Dad has published 68 episodes since August 2024, covering topics in Education, Kids & Family.
The Mindful Dad is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 28m.
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