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 This show is for dads who want to break free from outdated parenting norms and lead with heart, presence, and purpose.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.
Episodes
48 episodes
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 move...
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Episode 48
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18:19
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-PerceptionR...
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Episode 47
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17:23
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:R...
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Episode 46
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23:05
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 authorityExplore The 365 Dad Journal:
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Episode 45
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30:36
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 tha...
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Episode 44
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32:37
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.&nbs...
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Episode 43
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29:10
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 AttentionHabit 2: Phone-Free Wal...
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Episode 42
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31:08
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 explor...
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Episode 41
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32:20
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 re...
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Episode 40
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29:55
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
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Episode 39
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37:26
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.
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Episode 38
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37:55
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...
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Episode 37
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28:24
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 he...
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Episode 36
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36:40
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 Momen...
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30:37
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-l...
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Episode 34
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38:19
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 jus...
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Episode 33
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38:02
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 coachingMindful Father...
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Episode 32
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35:05
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 pr...
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Episode 31
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30:56
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 medita...
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Episode 30
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30:57
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...
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Episode 29
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30:48
Father and Son: An Unfiltered Conversation
Odeani and his 13 Year Old son Kaleb have an honest, unfiltered conversation about their father-son journey, exploring what makes their relationship work, and navigating emotions. Key Moments• Kaleb appreciates his fa...
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Episode 28
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49:10
Your Kids Are Reflecting Back What You Haven't Healed Yet
What if your child’s behavior is simply reflecting your unhealed pain? This week, we dive into shadow work, Carl Jung’s teachings, and the “mirror effect” that shows up in fatherhood. Learn how to break generational patterns, parent from awaren...
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Episode 27
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37:07
Masculine and Feminine Energy in Fatherhood
Discover how balancing masculine and feminine energy; discipline and empathy, logic and intuition; can deepen your connection with your kids. We’ll also end with a powerful guided meditation to ground you in presence.
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Episode 26
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38:35
Presence Over Perfection: Embracing Authentic Fatherhood
Odeani explores why your children need your authentic presence rather than a perfectionist version of yourself.
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Episode 25
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34:01
The Illusion of Parental Control: Finding Peace in Surrender
Surrendering the illusion of control as a father opens the door to deeper connections with our children and greater inner peace. Through personal stories and mindfulness practices, we explore how letting go creates space for authentic relations...
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Episode 24
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50:05