Share
The Jonnie Jensen Show
Single Dad Christmas Survival Guide
Being a single dad at Christmas can feel like you're juggling all the expectations and emotions with one hand tied behind your back.
But trust us—you can make it work, and even have a damn good time doing it.
This week, Glenn (aka The Dating Dad Osco) and I dive into the ups, downs, and everything in between of navigating Christmas as single dads.
We share real stories from those first tough years post-divorce to the fun, meaningful traditions we've built today.
We’re talking about:
✅ How to reframe Christmas if you don't have your kids this year.
✅ The pros and cons of splitting the day (Glenn’s way vs. my “full alternate” approach).
✅ Tips to manage the day with your kids while keeping it stress-free and FUN.
✅ Why being a high-value man during the holidays sets the tone for you and your family.
You don't have to dread Christmas or feel like you're missing out.
There’s a way to show up for yourself, your kids, and the people around you while keeping the joy alive.
Hit play to laugh with us, learn from us, and head into the festive season feeling ready to take it all on.
🎧 Tune in now and level up your Christmas game!
Let’s GO!
Jonnie
You get to choose how this Christmas and New Year experience goes. To make it the start of your new chapter click all three of the options below...
👉 Click here and comment #MAN to get your free High Value Man Blueprint.
https://m.me/highvaluemanproject
👉 Join the FREE High Value Man Group:
https://highvaluemanproject.com/group
👉 Book Your Intro Call:
https://jonniejensen.com/15call
Let’s go—this is your time to create the riches, relationships, and results you deserve.
More episodes
View all episodes
4. How Not To Have A Bad Dad Christmas
33:51||Season 5, Ep. 4Are you looking forward to Christmas - or secretly dreading it?Whether it’s financial stress, family tensions, or feeling disconnected, Christmas doesn’t have to suck.In this episode of The Jonnie Jensen Show, we dive into how to transform your holiday experience into one that’s full of joy, connection, and intention.Remember to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a fellow dad who needs to hear it!What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Recognising the Pressures of Christmas:Why men often feel like they have to "carry" the holidays (gifts, logistics, keeping everyone happy).The opposite problem—disconnecting and leaving all the work to your partner.The impact of financial worries and unmet expectations.Breaking the Cycle of Crap Christmases:How to get clear on what you want Christmas to look like.Using the 3XC Formula (Clarity, Courage, Commitment) to rewrite your holiday story.Starting fresh: Manage family expectations, avoid over-committing, and bring the joy yourself.Practical Tips for a Better Christmas:Clarity: Plan ahead—what would your ideal holiday look like? Have intentional conversations with your partner and family to identify areas of improvement.Courage: Show up as the calm, grounded leader your family needs. Address awkward family tensions with empathy and be the bigger man.Commitment: Simplify the day, share the workload, and focus on creating meaningful moments rather than perfection.Single Dad Survival Strategies:Can’t see your kids this Christmas? Why Christmas doesn’t have to happen on December 25th.Focus on connection, whether it’s with friends, family, or your community, to avoid being alone.Reframing challenges: Create your own traditions and make the most of your situation.Dealing with Loss During the Holidays:Honour those who are no longer with you by celebrating their memory.Share stories, toast to loved ones, and focus on connection with those still here.Key Takeaways:Christmas is what you make it—whether it’s reworking traditions, communicating better with your partner, or simplifying the logistics.Don’t let financial stress, family politics, or unmet expectations ruin your holiday.Lead with intention, empathy, and a commitment to creating a joyful experience for everyone, including yourself.It's Your Time...No matter how challenging your past Christmases have been, you can make this one different. Show up, lead with intention, and make it a holiday to remember. Let’s go! 🎄👉 Click here and comment #MAN to get your free High Value Man Blueprint.https://m.me/highvaluemanproject👉 Join the FREE High Value Man Group:https://highvaluemanproject.com/group👉 Book Your Intro Call:https://jonniejensen.com/15callLet’s go—this is your time to create the riches, relationships, and results you deserve.3. Is Your Lack Of Self Awareness A Lethal Weapon?
14:41||Season 5, Ep. 3Are you sabotaging your success without even realising it? Lack of self-awareness is like walking through life blindfolded—causing frustration at work, tension at home, and missed opportunities. But what if you could turn self-awareness into your most powerful tool?In this episode, Jonnie breaks down why self-awareness is essential for becoming a High Value Man. From your relationships to your health, self-awareness touches everything. It’s time to stop waiting for others to change and take responsibility for how you show up.Key Moments[00:00:44] Why Self-Awareness Matters: Stop living on autopilot and recognise your impact.[00:02:57] The Men’s Mental Health Crisis: Why men over 40 must prioritise emotional awareness.[00:09:45] Journaling for Clarity: Reflecting on your wins, struggles, and blind spots.[00:11:25] The Feedback Audit: Asking others for the truth about how you show up.[00:13:05] Daily Self-Awareness in Action: Simple steps to take control of your time and energy.3 Ways to Level Up TodayJournal Daily: Reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and what patterns you notice.Ask for Feedback: Reach out to 3 trusted people and ask what you do well and what frustrates them.Join the High Value Man Project: Access free tools, support, and community here: https://jonniejensen.com/groupResources MentionedThe High Value Man Blueprint – Free guide to becoming the man you were meant to be. Comment #MAN or visit https://highvaluemanproject.com.15-Minute Call with Jonnie – Start your transformation today: https://jonniejensen.com/15callYOU 2.0 Program – Learn mindfulness and self-awareness tools. Click here and comment #MAN for access. https://m.me/highvaluemanproject It's Your Time...Lack of self-awareness isn’t just a blind spot—it’s a barrier to the life you deserve. But with a few small steps, you can turn it into your greatest strength. Start owning your impact and become the man your family, business, and community need.👉 Click here and comment #MAN to get your free High Value Man Blueprint.https://m.me/highvaluemanproject 👉 Join the FREE High Value Man Facebook Group: https://highvaluemanproject.com/group👉 Book Your Call: https://jonniejensen.com/15callLet’s go—this is your time to create the riches, relationships, and results you deserve.Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a fellow dad who needs to hear it!2. Is Nice Guy Syndrome Killing Your Marriage?
16:07||Season 5, Ep. 2"How could she do this? I do everything for her." When a man facing a breakup asks this question he has failed to realise that he is actually the problemIf this sounds at all familiar then this episode of the Jonnie Jensen Show is for you. If you’re bending over backwards to keep the peace, avoiding conflict, and over pleasing in your marriage, it’s time to wake up. Nice Guy Syndrome might be the reason your relationship feels like a dead-end, and if you don’t do something about it, things aren’t going to change.In this episode, I’m breaking down:What Nice Guy Syndrome really is (and no, it’s not just being kind).How it slowly destroys intimacy, attraction, and your confidence.Why your marriage won’t thrive until YOU start leading as a high-value man.I’ll also share actionable steps to turn this around using my 3XC Formula: Clarity, Courage, and Commitment. Stop waiting for her to fix things—this is about you stepping up. Ready? Let’s go.What You’ll Learn:The red flags that Nice Guy Syndrome is killing your marriage.Why avoiding conflict and saying yes to everything pushes her further away.How to take control of your relationship (without turning into a bad boy).Why fixing yourself first is the fastest way to rebuild intimacy and trust.Want to Fix This? Here’s How:1️⃣ Get the Relationship Reset Tool – DM me #RESET on Instagram or Facebook, and I’ll send you a proven framework to help rebuild communication and connection in your marriage.2️⃣ Read This Book – No More Mr. Nice Guy by Dr. Robert Glover. It’s a game-changer.3️⃣ Join the High Value Man Community – Surround yourself with men who are levelling up. Click here to join.Take Action Today:💬 DM me #RESET to fix your marriage.📲 Share this episode with a mate who needs to hear it.⭐ Leave a review if this helped—it helps me reach more dads like you.Connect With Me:Instagram: @JonnieJensenFacebook: Jonny Jensen - High Value Man YouTube: High Value Man Project1. Live the Life You Desire, Not One You Feel Stuck In
25:56||Season 5, Ep. 1The life you want isn’t going to land in your lap.You’ve got to take control, get clear on what you really want, and have the courage to make it happen.Too many men are living a frustrated life. It makes no sense. But the answer is not about what someone else is doing.It starts with you. That is High Value Man life.In this episode of The Jonnie Jensen Show, we’re diving into the key pillars of creating a fulfilling life and leaving behind the frustration of "just getting by."We’re breaking down:✅ Why clarity is the foundation of everything—and how to find it.✅ The FIRE CODE: Four essential areas that shape a High Value Man’s life.✅ How to overcome distraction, burnout, and bad habits that keep you spinning your wheels.✅ The critical mindset shift that will put you back in the driver’s seat.You’re not here to merely survive—you’re here to thrive. Start building the life you desire today.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why so many men feel drained and disconnected, even when they’re outwardly “successful.”How to audit your life with the FIRE CODE: Focus, Impact, Relationships, Energy.A brutally honest conversation about ownership: Stop blaming, start building.Practical, no-BS steps to get unstuck and move toward a life of fun, fulfilment, and freedom.Why fun, adventure, and connection are not optional—they’re essential.Resources and Links Mentioned in the Episode:Get your High Value Man Leadership Checklisthttps://jonniejensen.com/leaderchecklistJoin the free community: https://highvaluemanproject.com/groupApply for the High Value Man Inner Circle: https://highvaluemanproject.com/applyConnect with Jonnie:Instagram | Facebook | YouTube: @jonniejensen22. How To Trust Your Gut Instinct And Keep Moving Forward
18:15||Season 4, Ep. 22Do you trust your gut instinct? You should do as it is pretty much a superpower.Welcome back to the Team Super Dad podcast, the friendly corner for all you hustling, business-owning dads out there.In today's episode, we're diving head-first into a topic that's close to the heart of every decision you've ever struggled with - gut instinct.We're stripping back the layers on that nagging voice that's all too easy to ignore when we're juggling a thousand things at once.Ever found yourself stuck in a decision, like a deer in the headlights, fearing the outcome? We've all been there, and it's no fun. That's why we're asking the big questions:What if we stopped fearing and started embracing the outcome? What if we learned how to trust our gut instincts and boldly move forward?Join us as we explore the power of trusting your gut, cutting through the confusion, and stepping into action. Because no one likes feeling stuck, especially when you've got a world to conquer and a family to love.Tune in, as we break down "How To Trust Your Gut Instinct And Move Forward".Remember to subscribe and share this with other Dads who need to take control of their life and start living with power.👊Are You Ready To Live With POWER? 👊Two Ways I Can Help You Create The Dad Life You Want Now1.. Watch out for our free live-training events in the Team Super Dad group. Join now so you do not miss it.https://teamsuperdad.com/group2.. Take Control. Book a free SUPER DAD DISCOVERY CALL. There are five per week available.It is time to take control of your clarity and confidence, so you can create the Dad Life you desire....https://teamsuperdad.com/15call21. How To Get Through Tough Times
18:15||Season 4, Ep. 21One of the hardest parts of being a coach for dads is feeling like I can show the good and the bad of my own life. It's been a hard year. But that is the reality for all of us - there are inevitably highs and lows. The truth is that 2023 has so far been incredibly tough. And that's ok. One of my favourite movie quotes is from Balboa, when Rocky is talking to his son. "Life ain't all sunshine and rainbows but it ain't about how hard you can hit, it's about how hard you can get hit and keep going." Challenges are inevitable. Sure, if you are the President or Elon Musk, then some of your challenges will be bigger, but they won’t likely be much different.The idea that we are different or that no one else will understand is just a story - a trap - that we created for ourselves. Everyday challenges we will all face, no matter how successful we are. Our children going to secondary/high school, family illness, and relationship challenges. The same shit happens to all of us.It is how you face it that matters. So how do we weather the storm? What do we need to do to keep moving forward? And how do we keep smiling through it all so we can be the man and dad we need to be to everyone around us?You have to respect the reality of it. It’s not about creating the perfect life. It is about how you deal with the challenges as you face them.The core principles of my POWER CODE method are right at the heart of how you make that happen:Clarity about where you are headed.Confidence and self-assured - believing in yourself and what you are capable of.Being consistent with your routines, your health, your sleep, and your downtime.It is being organised. Chaos just leads to more chaos. Momentum is where results come from.Putting good people around you.Making time to relax, laugh, and let it all fade into the background.…”Cause that’s how winning is done” as Rocky famously finishes his quote.👊Are You Ready To Live With POWER? 👊Come join the Team Super Dad group and start your journey.Comment #DAD or send me a DM or visit https://teamsuperdad.com/groupTwo Ways I Can Help You Create The Dad Life You Want Now1.. Watch out for our free live-training events in the Team Super Dad group. Join now so you do not miss it.https://teamsuperdad.com/group2.. Take Control. Book a free SUPER DAD DISCOVERY CALL. There are five per week available.It is time to take control of your clarity and confidence, so you can create the Dad Life you desire....https://teamsuperdad.com/15call20. Making Quality Time For Yourself Is Vital For Feeling Fulfilled
19:28||Season 4, Ep. 20Of all the people you need to look after, you are the most important.Not in a selfish way.... it is so you can be more for others. A strong, confident, fulfilled man who is connected to who he is and what he is up to. When all is said and done, you have to be able to take a breath and appreciate yourself. But how do you create moments like that for yourself?To actually STOP and enjoy the beer, the moment on your bike, or the sunset you have sat down to watch. It is in that moment that you High Five Yourself and say "I'm the fucking man". Get it right, and it should give you a buzz right down your spine.The final part of the POWER CODE process and the final element of R for REWARD is 'High Five Yourself'. This powerful practice tops off your day, your week, month or year.It centres you on your vision and the progress you are making. In a way it is meditation and gratitude, BUT... the modern dad way. It's not a complicated process or something to learn. It is about being with yourself. It is a reset and a springboard into your next success...Be sure to Share, Like and Subscribe to the Team Super Dad podcast as you listen.👊Are You Ready To Live With POWER? 👊Come join the Team Super Dad group and start your journey.Comment #DAD or send me a DM or visit https://teamsuperdad.com/groupTwo Ways I Can Help You Create The Dad Life You Want Now1.. Watch out for our free live-training events in the Team Super Dad group. Join now so you do not miss it.https://teamsuperdad.com/group2.. Take Control. Book a free SUPER DAD DISCOVERY CALL. There are five per week available. It is time to take control of your clarity and confidence, so you can create the Dad Life you desire....https://teamsuperdad.com/15call19. Step Out of Your Comfort Zone: Unleash Your True Potential
27:12||Season 4, Ep. 19Are you feeling stuck in life, despite having success? Do you feel like there's more to life, yet you're unsure how to access it? The answer might lie just beyond your comfort zone.In this empowering episode, we delve deep into the journey of breaking free from the boundaries of your comfort zone, a critical aspect of the POWER CODE method. We explore why it's crucial to challenge your comfort zone and how it can reignite your motivation, boost your self-confidence, and kickstart your masculine energy.We discuss practical steps to help you get started, from creating and executing a bucket list, expanding your life experiences, to surrounding yourself with like-minded men who push their boundaries. Also, we touch upon the power of being a role model to your family by embracing personal growth and resilience.Remember, stepping out of your comfort zone is more than just a daring leap; it's about embracing life's rich experiences and living your life to the fullest. So, are you ready to step out of your comfort zone and transform your life?Don't forget to listen till the end to find out more about our upcoming POWER CODE programme intake. This episode could be the stepping stone you need to live the life you truly desire.REWARD is the R from my POWER CODE coaching methodology for modern business-owning and career-minded dads. If you want more out of your dad life and to feel in control, then book a Super Dad Discovery Call with me today.https://teamsuperdad.com/15callBe sure to share this episode with other men in your life who need to hear it.Two Ways I Can Help You Create The Dad Life You Want Now1.. Watch out for our free live-training events in the Team Super Dad group. Join now so you do not miss it.https://teamsuperdad.com/group2.. Take Control. Book a free SUPER DAD DISCOVERY CALL. There are five per week available. It is time to take control of your clarity and confidence, so you can create the Dad Life you desire....https://teamsuperdad.com/15call