Are You The Cool Parent or The Tough One? August 14, 2024Odeani McBean Labels like 'cool' or 'tough' are just perceptions—reflections of how others see us, not the essence of who we are as fathers. The real power lies in transcending these labels,...
Dear Dads: Being Vulnerable is a Superpower August 07, 2024Odeani McBean In this article, I’m going to attempt to convince you that being vulnerable as a dad is not just important, but it's a superpower. Now, before you chuckle and mutter...
The Importance of Inner Child Work for Millennial Dads. July 31, 2024Odeani McBean Fatherhood is a journey filled with joys, challenges, and most importantly, immeasurable growth. As millennial dads, we often find ourselves juggling multiple roles and responsibilities, striving to be the best...
Breaking The Cycle: Liberating Fatherhood from Fear-Based Parenting May 01, 2024Odeani McBean "An unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat". This is the dictionary’s definition of the word fear. In...
Journaling for Dads: The 1-3-5 Method April 24, 2024Odeani McBean When I first discovered journaling, many of my entries revolved around personal trauma and romantic relationship troubles. It served as a powerful outlet, enabling me to take radical responsibility for...
What Do You Love About This Season Of Fatherhood? April 10, 2024Odeani McBean many of our life experiences occur in waves, or seasons. Throughout my journey as a dad, I've noticed that fatherhood follows a similar pattern
A Dad's Guide To Being Present Outside Of The Home April 03, 2024Odeani McBean Am I the only one who feels like balancing work and life sits somewhere at the intersection of manageable and chaotic? As a dad, I've managed to pinpoint a good...
A Dad's Guide To Self-Care March 27, 2024Odeani McBean I propose that we stop blaming societal norms for our inability to love ourselves and just do it.
A Dad's Guide To Nurturing Our Children's Growing Independence March 20, 2024Odeani McBean “Odeani, the only thing constant, is change”. This wisdom rings especially true in fatherhood. As our children carve out their identities, it's essential to see this evolution not as a loss...
Parenting Mindfully in a Digital Age: A Dad’s Guide March 06, 2024Odeani McBean While the digital age is our reality, human connection is our essence.
A Dad's Guide to Juggling Aspirations and Fatherhood February 28, 2024Odeani McBean1 comment If you're anything like me, you know deep down inside you lies the ultimate power to change the world for the better. The thing about these superpowers is they take...
Embrace Imperfection: Stop Calling Yourself A Bad Dad February 21, 2024Odeani McBean Just as we wouldn't jump to criticize or berate our children for their mistakes, we should extend the same grace to ourselves.