How/When To Intervene When My Child Is Not Doing Well

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

Sean reveals a POWERFUL mindset shift every parent needs to raise confident, respectful, and emotionally healthy kids. This isn’t about tricks, hacks, or quick fixes—it’s about transforming how you see your role as a parent and how your kids experience you every single day. You’ll discover: The mindset that instantly reduces power struggles and frustration. Why most parents unintentionally sabotage connection—and how to stop. How this one shift can radically improve your child’s behavior, trust, and long-term success. If you’ve been feeling stuck, exhausted, or ready for a breakthrough—this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Sean Donohue Show, Sean dives into one of the most overlooked parenting tools: emotional consequences. Forget punishments that break trust or lectures that go nowhere—Sean shows how real, thoughtful emotional consequences not only teach accountability but also build character, empathy, and wisdom in kids. Listeners will discover: Why traditional punishments often backfire. The difference between consequences that wound and consequences that teach. How to guide kids toward emotional growth without shaming or controlling them. Practical scripts and strategies you can use today to raise kids who are strong, kind, and resilient. This conversation will help parents shift from frustration and power struggles to confident leadership—while shaping kids who thrive at home and in life. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean shares three proven tools every parent needs for navigating challenging behavior with confidence and calm. Whether your child is defiant, emotional, or simply testing boundaries, these strategies will help you guide them with respect, set clear limits, and strengthen your connection —without yelling, threats, or power struggles. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean reveals powerful, real-world strategies for raising kids who truly listen, follow through, and maintain trust in the parent-child relationship. Discover how to build respect without fear, inspire obedience without yelling, and protect the deep trust that keeps your connection strong for life. This is essential listening for any parent who wants a calmer home, stronger influence, and kids who want to listen. Go deeper with Sean at SaveMyFamily.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices