The Mindful Dad
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 This show is for dads who want to break free from outdated parenting norms and lead with heart, presence, and purpose.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.
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 connected to their children. If you’ve ever felt like you're not “allowed” to feel, or you’ve questioned whether meditation fits your idea of masculinity, this episode is for you.
Plus: A guided meditation to help you sit with, and rise above what you feel.
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