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Sean Donohue Show
by Sean Donohue
Parenting is hard and messy, but help is here. With videos and teachings enjoyed by many millions, Sean Donohue - the world-famous Family Coach & viral social media sensation - has helped countless parents for 25 years transform their parenting and build connected, healthy homes...and raise amazing adults.Filled with edgy story-telling, intense scenarios and Positive Parenting tools to fill your toolbox, enjoy unfiltered coaching from the man himself. Go Deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us
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Raising Kids You Can Trust and That Care About You and Your Family
You want to raise kids you can truly trust—and who genuinely care about you and your family—and this episode shows you how that foundation is built over time.You’ll learn the key parenting shifts that develop integrity, responsibility, and emotional connection, instead of fear-based compliance or distance.If you want a family culture where trust runs both ways and your kids stay connected to you as they grow, this episode will guide you there.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Skills To Thrive With Your Time, Your Habits, and Your Work-Family Balance | With Jordan
You’re juggling a lot, and this episode helps you build the skills to manage your time, habits, and work-family balance without feeling constantly stretched thin.You’ll learn how to create rhythms that support your priorities, break patterns that drain your energy, and make intentional choices that align with the life you actually want.If you’re ready to feel more present at home and more focused in your work, this episode will help you take back control of your days.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Be An AMAZING Parent Leader
You’re not just a parent—you’re a leader in your home—and this episode shows you how to step into that role with clarity and confidence.You’ll learn how to lead with calm authority, set the tone for your family, and guide your kids without controlling or overpowering them.If you want more cooperation, less chaos, and a stronger sense of direction in your parenting, this episode will help you lead in a way your kids respect and trust.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Understanding Daughters | With Jordan
Raising a daughter can feel confusing at times, and this episode helps you understand what’s really going on beneath the surface.You’ll learn how girls process emotions, what they need to feel safe and connected, and how your responses shape their confidence and self-worth.If you want a stronger relationship with your daughter and fewer misunderstandings, this episode will help you show up in ways that truly reach her.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Really Listen To Your Challenging Kid - And Why It Matters
When your child is challenging, it’s easy to react—but this episode shows you how to truly listen in a way that changes everything.You’ll learn what your child is actually communicating beneath the behavior, how to respond without escalating, and why feeling heard is the foundation for cooperation and trust.If you want fewer battles and a deeper connection with your child, this episode will help you turn hard moments into powerful opportunities.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Phone-Free Schools Are Coming! | With Jordan
Phone-free schools are becoming a reality, and this episode helps you understand what that means for your child and your family.You’ll learn why schools are making this shift, how phones are impacting attention, anxiety, and social development, and what your child actually needs to adjust well.If you want to support your child through this transition and create healthier tech boundaries at home, this episode will give you clarity and direction.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Stop Moving On!
When your child is disrespectful and then acts like nothing happened, it can leave you feeling dismissed, disrespected, and unsure how to respond.In this episode, you’ll learn how to stop rushing past those moments and instead use them to build accountability, respect, and real growth in your child.If you want to stop repeating the same frustrating patterns and start creating lasting change, you’ll learn exactly how to handle these moments with clarity and confidence.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Tools To Solve Sibling Fighting and Arguing | With Jordan
Sibling fights can leave you drained, frustrated, and wondering if your home will ever feel peaceful again—but this episode shows you what’s really driving the conflict.You’ll learn how to step out of referee mode, respond in ways that actually reduce rivalry, and teach your kids the skills they need to resolve conflict without constant monitoring.If you want less yelling, fewer power struggles, and a calmer home, you’ll walk away knowing exactly what to do differently starting today.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Think About Your Home, What's Normal and What's Not, and the Problems You Have
You’re looking at your home and wondering: Is this normal… or is something off?Some tension is developmental. Some conflict is growth. But some patterns are signals — and if you don’t learn how to think about them correctly, you’ll keep reacting instead of leading.When you shift how you interpret what’s happening under your roof, you stop feeling crazy — and start seeing clearly what’s normal, what’s not, and what actually needs to change.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Be a Fun + Positive Parent With a Difficult Family
You want to be fun. Light. Positive. But it’s hard to stay that way when your family feels intense, reactive, or constantly on edge.If you live in a home where strong personalities, big emotions, or ongoing tension wear you down, this will help you stop becoming the frustrated version of yourself you don’t even like.You’ll learn how to protect your energy, shift the emotional tone of your home, and become a steady, life-giving presence — even when your family is difficult.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Raise Amazing Kids, Stop Bad Patterns, and Break Horrible Family Cycles
You want to raise amazing kids — not just compliant ones, but wise, grounded, emotionally strong humans. But if you’re honest, you can feel old family patterns creeping in… reactions you swore you’d never repeat.The good news? Cycles can be broken. When you understand how patterns form — and how they quietly pass from generation to generation — you gain the power to stop them in their tracks.You’ll learn how to lead your home differently, respond instead of react, and raise kids who don’t have to recover from their childhood.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Raise VERY SUCCESSFUL Kids | with Jordan
Are there things we can do to help our kids succeed and fail with grace?YES.Sean and Jordan break down the real patterns found in highly successful people—successful kids - or their interesting parents.What type of unique things did these parents do - are they currently doing?This episode explores these interesting people and their practices.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Magic Wand Phrases That Work Like Magic!
Some phrases shut kids down, escalate power struggles, or accidentally teach fear — and some phrases calm the nervous system, invite honesty, and actually change behavior. You’ll learn simple, repeatable “magic wand” phrases that help you de-escalate moments, build trust, and guide your child without yelling, lecturing, or losing authority.These words aren’t scripts to control kids — they’re tools to help you stay regulated, connected, and effective when emotions run high. If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t know what to say right now,” this episode gives you language you can reach for in real life.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Understanding Men, Young and Old - What Every Woman (and Man) Needs to Hear | with Jordan
Men carry pressure, expectations, and silent rules that often go unseen—and this episode pulls the curtain back. You’ll gain insight into how boys and men are socialized around emotions, why many struggle with connection or expression, and what they actually need to feel respected and understood. Whether you’re parenting a son, married to a man, or working on your own growth, this episode offers perspective that can reshape conversations and deepen relationships.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Snapchat 411 and OMG, What Parents Need to Know, No Cap | With Jordan
Snapchat moves fast, speaks its own language, and quietly shapes how kids communicate, flirt, hide, and cope with stress — and most parents have no idea what’s actually happening inside the app. You’ll learn what Snapchat really is today, why teens are so emotionally attached to it, the slang and features parents miss, and the risks that don’t get talked about enough.This isn’t fear-based, and it’s not anti-tech — it’s clear, grounded, and practical so you can lead with wisdom instead of reacting late. If you’ve ever thought “I don’t fully get Snapchat, but I feel uneasy,” this conversation is for you.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Create Kids - and a Home - of BOUNDARIES!
This episode helps you understand why boundaries aren’t about control, punishment, or being harsh—they’re about creating safety, clarity, and trust in your home. You’ll learn how kids actually experience boundaries, why inconsistency creates anxiety and power struggles, and how strong limits can coexist with warmth and connection. If you want a calmer home, more cooperation, and kids who feel secure instead of controlled, this episode will show you how to lead with confident, loving boundaries.Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.usSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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"I'm not your friend, I'm your parent." Taking The Good and Leaving the Bad of This Popular Parenting Phrase and Philosophy
This episode takes a hard look at the popular parenting phrase “I’m not your friend, I’m your parent,” exploring why it became so common—and where it can quietly cause harm. Sean breaks down what’s healthy about leadership, boundaries, and authority, while also exposing how this mindset can erode connection, trust, and emotional safety when it’s used without wisdom. Parents will walk away with a more balanced approach that blends strength and structure with warmth, relationship, and long-term influence. Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Her KidLife! Jordan's 11-Year-Old Daughter, Emory, Joins Us On The Podcast!
This episode gives you a rare window into the real inner world of kids today as 11-year-old Emory shares what life actually feels like growing up in 2026. You’ll hear what’s hard, what adults often miss, and how kids experience pressure, friendships, screens, school, and emotions in ways that may surprise you. If you want to understand your child more clearly and show up with greater wisdom, empathy, and leadership, this episode will help you see through their eyes. Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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5 Blind Spots MOST Parents Have - and How to Fix Them!
We all have blindspots. We all miss a few critical things that quietly create stress, conflict, and disconnection at home. Sean Donohue uncovers five common blind spots that even loving, well-intentioned parents fall into, often without realizing the long-term impact on their kids. This episode offers practical insight on how to correct these patterns, strengthen leadership, and create a calmer, healthier family culture without guilt or perfection. Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Live Call With Sean! How To Excel at Communication With Your Kids and Teach Them How To Communicate!
In this special episode, Sean Donohue takes a real, unscripted VIP coaching call with other parents - live! Sean and the VIP member parents discuss what effective communication with kids actually looks like when emotions are high and resistance is real. He shows how parents unintentionally talk at their kids instead of with them—and how that disconnect shuts down honesty, trust, and emotional growth. Through live coaching, Sean models how to slow conversations down, ask better questions, listen without fixing, and teach kids how to express themselves without shutting down or exploding. The focus isn’t on perfect wording, but on becoming the kind of calm, emotionally safe leader kids learn communication from, not just about. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To STOP Parenting in Fear, Ego, and Emotion
Fear-based parenting feels protective in the moment, but it quietly trains anxiety, control, and emotional reactions that keep families stuck. Sean Donohue breaks down how fear, ego, and unchecked emotion hijack good parents— and why reacting harder doesn’t create safer, stronger kids. He shows how to shift from panic and power struggles into calm leadership, emotional regulation, and clear direction, even when your child is pushing every button you have. This is about becoming the steady adult in the room, leading with wisdom instead of worry, and raising kids who feel secure, resilient, and guided—not managed. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Self-Talk Phrases EVERY Parent Should Say To Themselves
Your inner voice is shaping your parenting more than any tool, rule, or consequence you use, and this episode helps you retrain it on purpose. You’ll learn simple self-talk phrases to use in hard moments —when you’re triggered, overwhelmed, or doubting yourself —so you can stay regulated, lead with wisdom, and model emotional strength for your kids. These phrases aren’t fluffy affirmations; they’re practical anchors that help you slow down, break reactive cycles, and show up as the parent you actually want to be. Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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4 Battles You Must FIGHT & Must WIN
There are battles every parent faces that determine the health of your home, your leadership, and your legacy— and avoiding them comes at a cost. You’ll learn the four battles you must be willing to fight and win if you want to break cycles, raise resilient kids, and stay grounded when things get hard. This episode helps you recognize where you’ve been retreating, where you need courage, and how to step back into your role with clarity and strength. Go deeper with Sean www.SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Parenting Mindset That Will Help You View Your Child and Solve Problems
How you think matters. Sean unpacks the mindset shift that changes how parents interpret behavior, respond to conflict, and solve problems without escalating power struggles. This episode helps parents move from frustration and control to curiosity and leadership, making it easier to guide kids through challenges while protecting connection and trust. When the mindset changes, the solutions become clearer—and the home becomes calmer. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Understanding Our Kids + Their 2026 Culture | With Jordan
Parents are raising kids in a world that feels completely different from the one they grew up in—and 2026 is shaping that culture faster than most families realize. Sean and Jordan break down what’s influencing our kids right now, how culture is shaping their emotions, identity, and behavior, and why so many well-meaning parents feel disconnected or behind. This conversation helps parents zoom out, understand the forces acting on their kids, and respond with clarity instead of fear. It’s a grounded look at modern childhood, emotional development, and how parents can lead with wisdom, connection, and strong values in a rapidly changing world. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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What All Parents Need To Hear
Most parents are trying harder than they’ve ever tried—and still feel like they’re falling short. Sean delivers the reminders, reframes, and truth every overwhelmed parent needs but rarely hears, cutting through guilt, comparison, and unrealistic expectations. This message recenters parents on what actually matters and how to lead their family with clarity, confidence, and calm. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Be Loving and Be Loved
Love often breaks down not because people don’t care, but because they don’t know how to give and receive it well. Sean unpacks the patterns that block connection and the simple shifts that help love land, grow, and feel safe on both sides. This teaching helps parents and partners move from frustration and loneliness toward deeper connection and mutual understanding. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Get Your Spouse Onboard To Be More Supportive
Getting your spouse on the same page can feel harder than parenting the kids themselves. Sean breaks down why partners resist, shut down, or criticize—and how to invite support without nagging, lecturing, or blowing things up. This conversation offers practical mindset shifts and communication tools to move from tension and resentment toward teamwork and shared leadership at home. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Discipline and Train Challenging Children
Discipline gets confusing when a child is intense, defiant, or emotionally explosive—and many parents swing between being too harsh or giving up altogether. Sean reframes discipline as training, leadership, and emotional coaching rather than punishment, showing how to guide challenging children without damaging connection. This teaching breaks down how to stay firm and calm at the same time, set boundaries that actually work, and help strong-willed kids develop self-control, responsibility, and emotional maturity. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Thriving in The Emotions of Parenting and The Everyday Grind!
Parenting doesn’t happen in calm, quiet moments—it happens in the middle of exhaustion, big emotions, pressure, and the everyday grind. This conversation speaks to parents who feel overwhelmed by their child’s emotions and their own, and want to respond with wisdom instead of regret. Sean breaks down how to stay grounded, emotionally regulated, and connected when life feels nonstop and messy, offering practical shifts that help parents lead their homes with clarity, calm, and confidence—even on the hardest days. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Video Games, Boys, Dangers and Identity | With Jordan
Video games can quietly become more than entertainment for boys—they can shape identity, motivation, and emotional development in ways many parents don’t see coming. Sean and Jordan explore why boys are especially vulnerable to building purpose, confidence, and belonging inside virtual worlds, and how this can impact real-life growth, relationships, and resilience. This important episode helps parents recognize warning signs, understand what boys are really searching for, and lead them toward healthy identity, discipline, and meaning beyond the screen. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Phrases That Get Tough Kids To Listen, Connect, and Cooperate!
Most kids don’t respond to lectures, consequences, or raised voices— and parents end up feeling stuck, frustrated, and out of tools. Sean breaks down the exact phrases that help tough, resistant, or emotionally intense kids feel seen, lower their defenses, and actually listen without power struggles. This conversation gives parents language they can use in real moments to build connection, increase cooperation, and lead with calm authority instead of control. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Thriving in The Crazy Emotions of Parenting
Parenting comes with emotional whiplash— love, guilt, anger, joy, fear, sometimes all in the same hour. Sean breaks down why these intense emotions are normal, how parents get hijacked by them, and what it actually looks like to stay grounded and lead well in the middle of the chaos. This conversation helps parents stop shaming themselves for big feelings and start using emotional awareness as a strength instead of a liability. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Ask Sean: What Do I Do When My Child Is Really Struggling? | With Jordan
Sean's clients and VIP Members reach out to him when their child is acting out, consistently struggling and the home life is quietly falling apart— and they need help, tools and direction. This "Ask Sean" conversation breaks down how to tell the difference between normal struggles and red flags, what not to do when fear takes over, and how to show up as a steady, emotionally intelligent leader when your child needs you most. It’s a practical, grounding guide for parents who feel overwhelmed, worried, and desperate to help without making things worse. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Parenting Sucks Because It's Not Logical, It's More Like a...
Parenting feels impossible when you keep trying to solve emotional problems with logic. Kids don’t melt down because your argument wasn’t strong enough. Teens don’t shut down because you didn’t explain yourself clearly. Families struggle because emotions don’t follow rules, timelines, or reason. In this conversation, Sean breaks down why parenting is so frustrating for thoughtful, intelligent adults—and why the very skills that make someone successful at work often fail at home. He explains the difference between logical thinking and emotional leadership, how fear hijacks both parents and kids, and what actually helps de-escalate chaos instead of making it worse. This episode helps parents stop asking, “Why doesn’t this make sense?” and start learning how to lead emotionally, regulate themselves, and respond in ways that actually work—especially in the heat of the moment. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to Be a FIRM & KIND Parent
Being firm doesn’t mean being harsh. Being kind doesn’t mean being permissive. The real challenge is knowing how to hold boundaries and stay connected—especially when emotions are high. Sean breaks down what firm and kind actually looks like in real life, why so many parents swing between being too soft and too reactive, and how fear, guilt, and exhaustion quietly sabotage good intentions. He explains how to lead with calm authority, respond instead of react, and create boundaries that teach rather than punish. This episode gives parents a practical framework for becoming the steady, emotionally intelligent leader their kids need—without yelling, lecturing, or giving in. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to Build Identity Into Your Child/Teen | With Jordan
Identity isn’t built by accident. It’s built through repetition, responsibility, and the messages kids absorb every single day. Sean and Jordan break down how parents unknowingly hand identity over to peers, screens, and culture—and how to reclaim that role with intention. Words, routines, expectations, and repair moments either strengthen a child’s sense of self or quietly erode it. This episode gives parents a clear, no-fluff roadmap for building resilient identity rooted in character, belonging, and purpose—especially during the teen years. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to Make Parenting Easier and More Enjoyable
Parenting doesn’t have to feel like a daily grind. Listen in as Sean shows parents how small shifts in mindset, communication, and leadership can make family life lighter, smoother, and far more enjoyable. He breaks down the patterns that drain parents—and the simple tools that bring more laughter, calm, confidence, and connection back into the home. This is a roadmap for parents who want to lead with strength and enjoy their kids again. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Teach Important, Intimate, Priceless Things to Your Children ands Teens
This is Sean's first podcast eposode ever where he felt he needed to add an E! No, he doesn't swear but...it's a juicy one. Parents know their kids need more than rules, reminders, and lectures—they need guidance on the deep stuff: intimate topics like sexuality, French kisses, making out, dancing very, very close at middle school dances, porn, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, bases, and beyond... In this episode, Sean unpacks how to speak to your children about intimate, private things. Things that every child and teen needs to know to thrive. He breaks down what to say, how to model it, and how to turn everyday moments into powerful lessons they’ll carry forever. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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A Guide for Exhausted Parents | With Jordan
So many parents hit a wall. They get overwhelmed, burnt out, stuck in old patterns, and suddenly the home feels chaotic, reactive, and disconnected. In this episode, Sean and Jordan break down why parents spiral into these ruts—and give practical, doable steps to help families hit the reset button. This conversation is real, honest, and full of tools that help parents regain their strength, reset their patterns, and rebuild a calmer, more connected home. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How to STOP Taking Things So Personally and Setting So Emotional!
Sean breaks down one of the most common traps parents fall into: Taking things way too personally. He explains why we parents get so reactive, why small comments feel like giant attacks, and how emotional flooding turns everyday parenting moments into battles. Sean teaches a simple, powerful framework to help parents stay grounded, interpret their child’s behavior accurately, and stop making their child responsible for their emotional world. This episode gives parents the tools to stay calm, lead with clarity, and respond like the wise, emotionally intelligent adults their kids desperately need. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The KIDS Episode | With Jordan
In this special episode, Sean and Jordan speak directly to kids and teens—not parents. That's right - listen to this episode with your kids! It's an interactive episode that will get kids and parents talking together. They break down five simple, life-changing tips that help young people ages 6–18 grow into strong, confident, emotionally healthy young adults. Sean and Jordan coach kids on how to obey their parents, manage screens, handle big feelings, build real confidence, develop self-control, navigate friendships, and make choices that lead to success and happiness. It’s practical, relatable guidance for the next generation from two people who have spent years helping families thrive. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Phrases and Scripts That Help You Be Close with Your Kids
Connection doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built through the words we use every day. In this episode, Sean shares powerful phrases and scripts that help parents build emotional safety, trust, and closeness with their kids. You’ll learn what to say (and what not to say) when your child is upset, distant, or defensive—and how small shifts in your language can create big changes in your relationship. These are the tools that turn tension into connection and help you become the calm, loving leader your kids want to be close to. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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When Your Kids Act Out In Public Places | With Jordan
Your child’s having a full-blown meltdown in public—or your teen is acting up and disrespecting you - eyes are on you, your stress is rising, and you just want to disappear. What do you do? In this episode, Sean and Jordan share powerful tools to handle those embarrassing, high-pressure moments with confidence and calm. Learn how to regulate your emotions, protect your child’s dignity, and turn a public breakdown into a private moment of connection and teaching. 🎧 Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Get your Child to Show Remorse and Change Behavior
Every parent wants their child to feel genuine remorse—not fake apologies or surface-level “I’m sorrys,” but true understanding and change. In this episode, Sean Donohue, The Family Coach, breaks down how to guide your child from defensiveness to empathy, from guilt to growth. You’ll learn why shame blocks real change, how to model emotional accountability, and what to say when your child hurts someone and just doesn’t seem to care. Sean shares powerful scripts, emotional intelligence tools, and insights that help parents raise kids who take ownership, repair relationships, and grow into kind, responsible humans. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Christmas Episode | With Jordan
The holidays are supposed to be joyful—but for many families, they’re also stressful, emotional, and expensive. In this special Christmas episode, Sean and Jordan dive into the real struggles of the season: family tension, financial pressure, guilt, unrealistic expectations, and endless to-do lists. You’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, manage emotions, stay grounded, and actually enjoy the people you love most. Your hosts will share practical tools to bring peace back to your holidays and remind you that the best gift you can give your family is your calm, present, joyful self. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Parenting Spouse/Partner Teamwork Tips and Tools
Parenting works best when it’s a team sport—but it’s not always easy to stay united when stress, exhaustion, and disagreements creep in. In this episode, Sean breaks down how to strengthen your partnership so you can lead your family together with confidence and calm. You’ll learn how to communicate without blaming, create shared parenting values, handle disagreements privately, and support each other when the kids push your buttons. These tools will help you move from chaos and conflict to connection and teamwork—because your kids need two leaders who are on the same page. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Think and Act Like an Amazing Parent
Sean shares a vision and description of what it truly means to think and act like your best self. He breaks down how great parenting starts in the mind—shifting from reactivity and frustration to calm leadership, empathy, and emotional intelligence. With humor, real-life stories, and practical tools, Sean helps parents understand the daily mindset choices that build stronger, more connected families. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How To Show Up When It's CrazyTown in Your Home!
Chaos hits. What do you do? Say? How do you actually show up as the calm, confident leader your family needs? In this episode, Sean breaks down how to keep your cool when everything feels like CrazyTown—whether your kids are melting down, your partner’s stressed, or your patience is hanging by a thread. Learn how to regulate your emotions in the storm, lead your family with strength and empathy, and bring peace back into your home even on the toughest days. 🎧 Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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"Oops, I Did It Again" - Processing The Many Annoying Habits Your Spouse Does | With Jordan
Marriage and co-parenting isn’t hard because of the big stuff—it’s the little, daily annoyances that slowly drive us crazy. In this episode, Sean and Jordan help you process that stuff... the repeated choices that test your patience...and your marriage. Listen in... This will help. You’ll learn how to stop reacting, start understanding, and shift from frustration to empathy. Sean and Jordan break down why your spouse’s annoying habits hit your emotional buttons, how to communicate without attacking, and how to create a calmer, more connected marriage—one that’s built on maturity, not resentment. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Parenting is hard and messy, but help is here. With videos and teachings enjoyed by many millions, Sean Donohue - the world-famous Family Coach & viral social media sensation - has helped countless parents for 25 years transform their parenting and build connected, healthy homes...and raise amazing adults.Filled with edgy story-telling, intense scenarios and Positive Parenting tools to fill your toolbox, enjoy unfiltered coaching from the man himself. Go Deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us
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