The Mindful Dad

Odeani McBean
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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 This show is for dads who want to break free from outdated parenting norms and lead with heart, presence, and purpose.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.

  1. 5d ago ·  Video

    How to Talk to Your Kids About Hard Emotions (When Nobody Taught You How)

    Most men were raised in environments where expressing hard emotions wasn't modeled, allowed, or encouraged. In this episode, I share what happened when I hit a personal low point and called my father expecting nothing, and how his surprising reaction completely shattered my assumptions about emotional connection. We dive deep into breaking the generational cycle of stoicism, why learning to sit with your own uncomfortable feelings is a prerequisite for parenting, and what it felt like when my 14-year-old son looked me in the eyes and said, "Dad, I feel broken." This episode is a guide for any father who wants to create a safe space where his children never feel like they have to hide their pain. What We Cover: Why millennial dads struggle to hold emotional space when their own parents never held it for themThe unexpected phone call with my father during my MBA program that changed our entire relationshipWhy you must master sitting with your own hard emotions before you can guide your kids through theirsThe moment my 14-year-old son told me "Dad, I feel broken" and why I viewed that as a major fatherhood winPractical steps to teach your children, especially your sons, that vulnerability is an act of strengthResources: Free Starter Guide for Dads (SEE, STEADY, LOOSEN, RETURN): https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow 365 Dad Journal: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/products/365-dad-journal-physical Work With Me 1:1: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/pages/1-1-coaching-service Subscribe to the Inner Journey Dad Newsletter: https://odeani.substack.com/ Send us Fan Mail

  2. Aug 13 ·  Video

    How to Connect Deeply With Your Kids

    Improve your intentional parenting by applying Oliver Burkeman's productivity philosophy to your daily schedule as a father. Build deep connections with your kids by prioritizing what truly matters. Many ambitious fathers struggle to balance professional goals with family life, often resulting in fake quality time that leaves everyone feeling disconnected. Whether you are raising a teenager or a toddler, active fatherhood requires a shift in how you view your limited time. 📖 Grab the 365 Dad Journal: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/products/365-dad-journal-physical 🤝 Work With Me 1:1 Coaching: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/pages/1-1-coaching-service 🎁 Free Starter Guide for Dads (SEE, STEADY, LOOSEN, RETURN): https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow  Key Themes: Oliver Burkeman's Time Principle for Dads The Realities of Modern Fatherhood How to Stop Procrastinating on Quality Time Fake Quality Time vs. Real Family Connection Choosing What Matters as an Active Father Building Emotional Trust With Your Teenager Micro-Moments of True Fatherhood Connection ABOUT THREESIXFIVEDAD: Welcome to ThreeSixFiveDad by Odeani McBean. This is a space dedicated to intentional fatherhood, growth, discipline, mindfulness practice, and real-life experiences. We focus on deep shadow work, nervous system repair, and the inner work required to close the gap between who you are and who you want to be as a dad. Subscribe for raw, honest conversations about breaking generational cycles and mastering your reactivity. CONNECT WITH ME: 📧 Join the Inner Journey Dad Newsletter: https://odeani.substack.com/ 🌐 Visit My Website: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/  Send us Fan Mail

  3. Jul 28 ·  Video

    Why 70% of Dads Feel Invisible

    In this episode, I break down the raw reality of being ignored as a dad and why men must step outside of the "just a provider" box to become emotional nurturers.  📥 RESOURCES FOR DADS: Free Inside-Out Dad Blueprint: https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow Grab the 365 Dad Journal: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/products/365-dad-journal-physical Work With Me 1:1 (Coaching Application): https://www.threesixfivedad.com/pages/1-1-coaching-service If this talk resonated with you, make sure to subscribe to the channel and share this episode with another father who might be struggling to fill his own cup today. I appreciate you all. Key Themes: You are not alone Being okay with expressing your feelings Find proof that you matter Ego And Childhood Roots Final Encouragement Send us Fan Mail

  4. Jul 21 ·  Video

    Breaking Generational Trauma Without Hating My Dad

    In this episode, I share how I caught myself repeating my father's mistakes, and the three shifts I used to stop parenting how I was parented and build real closeness with my kids. Key Themes: Recognizing the Childhood Father Gap Shifting to a Presence Mindset Auditing Your Life Through Self-Reflection Healing the Lineage Through Hard Conversations 📥 RESOURCES FOR DADS: Free Inside-Out Dad Blueprint: https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow Grab the 365 Dad Journal: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/products/365-dad-journal-physical Work With Me 1:1 (Coaching Application): https://www.threesixfivedad.com/pages/1-1-coaching-service Send us Fan Mail

  5. Jun 30 ·  Video

    You Aren't a Bad Dad: How to Break Generational Cycles

    Ever feel overwhelmed by dad guilt after snapping at your kids? You aren’t a bad father; you might just be unconsciously repeating history and parenting the exact way you were raised. In this episode, we break down how to stop beating yourself up and uncover the real root causes of negative generational cycles in fatherhood. True change doesn't come from forcing perfection; it comes from shifting from reaction to reflection. By using self-awareness, deep empathy, and practical mindfulness, you can heal your past and change the trajectory of your family line. 🎁 GET THE FREE STARTER GUIDE: Stop repeating history. Grab your copy of The Inside-Out Father Blueprint, a 4-part practice for high-achieving dads who want to move from reaction to reflection: https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow  📥 MORE RESOURCES FOR DADS: 📘 Grab the 365 Dad Journal: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/products/365-dad-journal-physical 💼 Work With Me 1:1 (Coaching Application): https://www.threesixfivedad.com/pages/1-1-coaching-service What we cover in today’s talk: The Power of Empathy: How forgiving your own father breaks the chain.Dependent Origination: Understanding the deep-rooted causes behind your parenting triggers.Cultivating a Mindfulness Practice: 3 sustainable habits (meditation, journaling, and mindful walking) to regulate your nervous system.If this talk resonated with you, please leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It helps other fathers find this brotherhood. I appreciate you all. Send us Fan Mail

  6. Jun 1 ·  Video

    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: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/products/365-dad-journal-physical Work With Me 1:1: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/pages/1-1-coaching-service Free Shadow Work Guide for Dads: https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow   -------------------- Key Themes:  Busy Dad Self Growth Mistake One- Too Many Habits Pick Your Top Three Mistake Two - Copying Others Mistake Three- Future Self Trap Meet Yourself Where You Are Recap And Next Steps ---------------------- Send us Fan Mail

  7. May 27 ·  Video

    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 kids, what we are silently teaching our sons when we refuse to let them see us grieve, and what a traffic jam on the way home taught me about sitting in pain instead of running from it. Key Themes: Dads and Emotional Walls Custody Battle Backstory The Last Drop Off Crying in the Car Together Impermanence and Acceptance Traffic Jam Lesson A Sensitive Son Remembered Dropping the Tough Guy Act Vulnerability for Our Boys Resources Work With Me 1:1: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/pages/1-1-coaching-service 365 Dad Journal: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/products/365-dad-journal-physical Subscribe to the Inner Journey Dad Newsletter: https://odeani.substack.com/ Free Shadow Work and Inner Child Guide for Dads: https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow Send us Fan Mail

  8. May 13 ·  Video

    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 up. Key Themes: Why Dads Avoid Sorry Apology Is Just Step One Right Action Explained  Triggered Then Repair Showing Up Isn't Enough Personal Story Owning It And Apologizing The Real Work Reflection Grab the 365 Dad Journal: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/products/365-dad-journal-physical Work With Me 1:1: https://www.threesixfivedad.com/pages/1-1-coaching-service Free Shadow Work Guide for Dads: https://threesixfivedad.kit.com/innershadow Send us Fan Mail

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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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  • Creator
    Odeani McBean
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    73
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Mindful Dad
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