Stop Your Old Patterns and Do THIS!

So many parents get stuck repeating the same old patterns—yelling, bribing, shutting down, or giving in. In this episode of The Sean Donohue Show, Sean reveals why those patterns keep showing up and what you can do instead to break free from them. If you’re ready to stop repeating what isn’t working and start building a new legacy for your family, this episode is for you. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when you and your spouse see parenting completely differently? One of you is stricter, the other more laid back. One wants structure, the other wants freedom. In this episode, Sean dives into the challenges and opportunities of raising kids with a partner whose parenting style is VERY different from yours. He shares practical strategies to reduce conflict, build unity, and find a balanced approach that strengthens your marriage while helping your kids thrive. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean flips the script and challenges parents to look inward. Parenting isn’t just about raising kids; it’s about raising yourself. Sean unpacks what it means to “parent yourself”—to heal, grow, and lead with emotional maturity so you can show up as the best version of yourself for your family. With practical tools, personal stories, and Sean’s signature humor, listeners will discover how self-leadership changes everything in the home. If you’ve ever thought, “I want to be a great parent, but I need to work on me first,” this episode is your roadmap. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a caring and helpful way, today Sean will dive into the three most common mistakes parents make without even realizing it. These patterns/slip-ups can quietly damage connection, increase conflict, and leave kids feeling misunderstood. Sean unpacks each mistake with honesty, humor, and real-life stories, showing parents why these patterns show up and how to break free from them. Listeners will walk away with practical tools and encouragement to parent with more wisdom, connection, and confidence. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I messing this up?”—this episode is the one to hear. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this fun episode, Sean and Jordan count down their personal Top 5 Parenting Hall of Fame Things ! What does this even mean? It means they will each share the TOP 5 Things/People/Stores/Items/Ideas that make parenting and family life good..better...easier...smoother....best! Listen and hear what every mom and dad secretly (or not so secretly) relies on. From the everyday lifesavers that keep households running to the unexpected MVPs of family life, Sean and Jordan unpack the “game-changers” that make parenting just a little bit easier. Whether you’re looking for a laugh, a new idea to try at home, or just some encouragement that you’re not in this alone, this episode is a must-listen. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As parents, it’s tough to know when to step in and when to step back. Should you let your child struggle a little to build resilience —or intervene before things get worse? In this episode, Sean breaks down the art of wise parental intervention. Parents will learn how to recognize the signs that their child is genuinely struggling, the dangers of over-rescuing, and practical strategies to support kids without disempowering them. You'll walk away with clear tools to balance love, support, and independence so your child can grow stronger and more confident through life’s challenges. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Homework doesn’t have to be a battle! In this HOT TOPIC episode, Sean and Jordan share simple and POWERFUL tools to end the nightly fights, reduce stress, and help your kids thrive at school and at home. They will help you turn the dreaded homework battles into moments of connection and growth. Instead of power struggles, tears, and frustration, you'll get proven tools to bring calm, cooperation, and even laughter to the homework table. Parents will learn how to motivate without nagging, set clear boundaries without yelling, and create a home environment where kids can thrive academically and emotionally. If nightly homework fights are wearing your family down, this episode offers the mindset and strategies to bring peace back into your evenings. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every parent plays "roles" in their child’s life—but not all roles are created equal. In this episode, Sean unpacks different “parenting roles” moms and dads often slip into. Some are good and some are not... (like the enforcer, the rescuer, the nagger, the savior, the caver, the pep-talker, or the fixer) In this episode, Sean reveals the one role that transforms homes, builds trust, and helps kids thrive emotionally and socially. Parents will walk away with a clear vision of how to step out of unhelpful roles and into the most powerful one they can play in their family. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean introduces parents to a powerful yet simple tool that can completely transform the atmosphere in their homes. If your family has been stuck in cycles of negativity, criticism, or conflict, this episode will show you how to shift into a culture of encouragement, connection, and love. Listen in as Sean explains how parents can use this tool to model positivity, help kids feel safe and valued, and create a ripple effect that changes the way everyone in the family communicates and relates. You’ll learn practical ways to apply it right away—and hear why this strategy works even with strong-willed or resistant kids. If you want a home filled with more laughter, cooperation, and warmth, this episode is your roadmap. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean and Jordan tackle the growing confusion (and FRUSTRATION) around gentle parenting. Some parents feel it’s made their kids entitled and disrespectful. Others are overwhelmed by the mixed messages—and many couples even find themselves at odds over it. Sean breaks down what gentle parenting really is (and isn’t), why so many families are struggling with it, and how to use its best parts without falling into the traps. You’ll learn clear, practical tools to set boundaries, gain respect, and build deeper connection with your child—without confusion or guilt. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices