Podcasts about mental load

The hardest part isn't doing the laundry, packing the lunches, or remembering the appointments. It's feeling like you're the only one carrying the responsibility. In this episode, I sit down with relationship therapist and coach Mika Ross to explore why so many women end up carrying the invisible mental load, how society quietly reinforces those patterns, and what it really takes to build a more equal partnership at home. If you've ever thought, "Why do I have to ask?" this conversation is for you.In this episode, we unpack:Why the mental load isn't a personal failure—it's a systemic issueHow to divide household responsibilities without creating more conflictThe hidden cost of overfunctioning and how to stop doing itPractical ways to build a more equal partnership at homeWhy communication, accountability, and letting go are the keys to lasting changeWork with me:Join Ambitious & Balanced:www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalancedBook a Work-Life Balance Strategy Call:www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ambitiousandbalanced-callDownload the Free Daily Kickstart:www.ambitiousandbalanced.com/daily-kickstartConnect with Mika:Instagram: www.instagram.com/mikaross.therapist/Facebook: www.facebook.com/GetYourHappyBack/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@mikaross.therapistYouTube: www.youtube.com/@MikaRoss.TherapistWebsite: www.mikaross.com

Are you tired before the day even starts? You wake up at four in the morning with your to do list marching around in your head. It might be time for a mental-load detox. The mental-load is exhausting because it is not just about what you do. It is about everything you are constantly remembering, planning, anticipating, and carrying before the day has even fully started. Before your feet hit the floor, your brain is already churning. You are thinking about all the things that need to get done. The appointments, the work schedules, the email you forgot to answer, and of course what's for dinner.  Show notes and links: https://lifeunboxed.blog/mental-load/ Grab your guide today! The Momtrepreneur's Guide to Homeschool Curriculum: https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-curriculum/ Journals and Notebooks for Mom + Homeschool Resources: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jodie-the-Mom/author/B097RQRRQ1 ~~~REBEL MOM CHECKLIST: A NO NONSENSE GUIDE TO WORKING FROM HOME AND HOMESCHOOLINGDitch the overwhelm and struggle. It is possible to work from home and homeschool confidently. Get actionable suggestions and practical help. https://lifeunboxed.blog/homeschool-and-work-from-home/ MOMS RUN ON COFFEE. BUY JODIE THE MOM ONE.https://ko-fi.com/lifeunboxedblog ABOUT JODIE THE MOM:To learn more about Jodie, please visit: https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-mom-work-from-home-mom/ To learn more about Life Unboxed blog, visit: https://lifeunboxed.blog/about-the-blog-working-from-home-with-kids/ FOLLOW JODIE:Website: https://lifeunboxed.blog/Business: https://www.jodierperry.com/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/LifeUnboxedFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeunboxedblogInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeunboxedblog/Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-647543YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lifeunboxedblog Music for the intro/outro is Like it Hot by Tenoaxehttp://teknoaxe.com/Link_Code_3.php?q=1579 Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase using one of these links, I make a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps me keeps things free for you, and who doesn't love free stuff.Support the show

Termine merken, Geschenke besorgen, an alles denken, alle erinnern – und dabei möglichst freundlich bleiben. Viele Mütter kennen das Gefühl, nicht nur Teil der Familie zu sein, sondern ihre persönliche Organisations-App. In dieser Folge sprechen Nicole und Angi über Mental Load und die Frage, wie man Überforderung anspricht, bevor aus Erschöpfung Wut wird. Außerdem geht es um weitere Gespräche, die uns im Alltag schwerfallen: den eigenen Preis nennen, ohne uns zu entschuldigen, dem Partner ehrlich sagen, dass sein Geschenk leider wieder nicht ins Schwarze getroffen hat – und klare Grenzen ziehen, wenn im Business frauenfeindlich gesprochen wird. Eine bunte Folge über unsichtbare Arbeit, unangenehme Wahrheiten, angemessene Honorare und Kommunikation, bei der man sich ruhig auch mal trauen darf zu sagen: So geht es nicht weiter. Mehr Informationen zu Nicole Staudinger: www.nicolestaudinger.de

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you work, you just keep sinking further behind?If you've ever thought, "I just need to try harder," this episode is for you.Today I'm joined by organizing expert, founder of Organize 365®, and bestselling author Lisa Woodruff to talk about her new book, Escaping Quicksand. We dive into the mindset shifts that helped Lisa move from constant overwhelm to feeling more peaceful, intentional, and in control—even as life became more complex.In this conversation, we discuss:Why more effort isn't always the answer to overwhelmThe hidden mental load of managing a householdHow to let go of perfectionism while still giving your bestThe difference between being proactive and reactiveWhy you can't control everyone else—but you can control your responseThe importance of putting yourself on your own to-do listHow to create more margin and reclaim your leisure time without guiltThis episode is packed with practical wisdom and encouraging reminders for every busy mom who feels like she's carrying the weight of the world.Text us your feedback or questions!Stay connected!Join us in The Supermom Society! Get all the details at thesupermomsociety.com!Get all our show notes, buy the book Secrets of Supermom, and more at our website: www.secretsofsupermom.comSecrets of Supermom on FacebookSecrets of Supermom on Instagram

The Care Compass with Nicole Brandon Caregiving in the Fire: Protecting Parents, Finding Resources, and Holding Onto Love Nicole Brandon shares a deeply personal Care Compass episode about protecting aging parents, navigating fiduciary decisions, assisted living, rehab centers, cognitive care, senior day programs, service animals, transportation resources, and the small sacred bonds that keep families connected. A Personal Episode From the Caregiving Front Line In this solo episode of The Care Compass, Nicole Brandon speaks directly to caregivers and families who are trying to navigate the complicated world of aging parents, assisted living, medical care, memory concerns, fiduciary decisions, and quality of life. She explains that instead of bringing on a guest, she wants to share what has been happening in her own family since the last broadcast, hoping that her transparency can help someone else walking a similar path. The transcript frames all medical, legal, fiduciary, service-animal, and care-related comments as Nicole's personal experiences and perspectives rather than independently verified advice. Fighting for the Right Level of Care Nicole describes a painful struggle over whether her parents should be moved into memory care. She says one parent may be approaching the point where memory care could be considered, but she strongly believes her father is not ready for that environment. According to Nicole, a fiduciary had been pushing for both parents to enter memory care as a cost-saving measure, while her father's doctors did not believe such a move would be appropriate. She worries that taking away his independence, friends, activities, and quality of life could cause him to decline quickly, and she emphasizes the emotional toll of fighting systems while trying to protect both parents. The Mental Load of Caregiving A major theme of the episode is the constant pressure caregivers carry. Nicole describes waking up with the question of how to keep her parents safe, spending hours researching agencies, facilities, legal options, adult protective services, veterans' benefits, care plans, and ways to keep her parents together. She speaks honestly about how hard it is to maintain one's own life while living inside someone else's medical and emotional emergency. Missed birthdays, forgotten obligations, endless calls, and nonstop decisions become part of the caregiver's reality. Emergency Mode and the Caregiver Brain Nicole spends time explaining what she has learned about how the brain can stay in “emergency mode” even after the immediate crisis passes. She compares it to a car stuck in the wrong gear: after a hospitalization, stroke, feeding-tube surgery, cancer treatment, fall, or other crisis, both the patient and the caregiver may remain mentally locked in survival mode. She says this can create fogginess, difficulty sequencing tasks, and a feeling of being out of sorts. For Nicole, understanding this helped her make sense of why caregivers can struggle to return to normal routines after weeks or months of crisis. Cognitive Support and Brain Reactivation Nicole shares that she was introduced to a cognitive-development agency that, in her words, works with seniors to keep the brain sharp, support memory, improve sequencing, and reactivate brain pathways. She says her father is participating in the program online several days a week, and she is encouraged by what she sees in his thinking, balance, and brain activity. Nicole plans to bring representatives from the organization on the show so listeners can learn directly about their work. She also wonders whether caregivers who participate alongside seniors may benefit from the exercises as well. Resources, Experts, and the Refusal to Give Up Nicole encourages listeners who are facing trauma, illness, Parkinson's, stroke recovery, Lyme disease, shingles, cancer, or other challenges to reach out and share what they are going through. She says there are more resources, specialists, technologies, nutrition options, support systems, and research pathways than people often realize when they first hear a frightening diagnosis. Her message is that a difficult diagnosis should not automatically close the door on hope. Instead, she wants The Care Compass to become a place where experts, specialists, caregivers, and families can connect around practical solutions. Conversations That Become Mountains Nicole reflects on the difficult conversations families must eventually have, such as taking away a parent's car keys. She remembers going through that process with her own parents and watching her father previously face the same issue with his own father. She explains that some conversations may sound simple from the outside, but for the family living them, each one can feel like a mountain. Whether the issue is driving, oxygen, dialysis, full-time care, a feeding schedule, or mobility, each decision carries emotional weight because it touches independence, dignity, safety, and love. Senior Day Camp and Social Care One resource Nicole highlights with excitement is the idea of senior day camp or adult day care. She describes it as a place where older adults can socialize, enjoy activities, hear music, play games, receive meals, and have access to staff and medical support. She compares it to day camp for children or even dog day care, emphasizing that seniors also need joy, structure, stimulation, and companionship. For families who work during the day, cannot afford full-time care, or worry about leaving a parent alone, Nicole sees adult day care as a powerful option that can create safety and happiness at the same time. Rehab Centers Are Not All the Same Nicole shares one of the strongest warnings in the episode: not all rehab centers are equal. She describes nearly losing her mother in one rehab facility and says she had to intervene directly, call her mother's primary doctor, and get her moved to the hospital. At the same time, she also describes another rehab center as a “gem,” where staff treated her mother with love, encouragement, and urgency when needed. Her point is that a list provided by a hospital does not guarantee equal quality, and families must advocate, observe, ask questions, and trust their instincts. Service Dogs, Companion Animals, and Healing Presence A softer and hopeful section of the episode centers on Nicole's dogs, especially Heaven, whom she describes as a trained medical dog. Nicole shares stories of Heaven sensing distress, receiving medical and pediatric training, and helping comfort a young girl on a plane whose mother was being deployed. She also describes how Heaven helped a flight attendant who had been afraid of dogs gradually feel safe enough to hold her. Nicole uses this story to talk more broadly about the healing value of animals, including medical-alert dogs, service dogs, companion dogs, pets for seniors, and animals that bring calm, safety, and emotional support. Transportation, Companions, and Practical Daily Help Nicole also points to practical resources that can make caregiving easier, including senior transportation, drivers who take older adults to appointments, companions who sit with them during long waits, and caregivers who match the personality and needs of the person receiving care. She explains that her father does not only need transportation; he needs someone who can engage him, listen to his jokes, play music, dance with him, and keep him company through long medical appointments. Her broader message is that care is not only about logistics — it is also about preserving joy, personality, and human connection. Small Safety Changes and Simple Tools Nicole reminds listeners that not every caregiving improvement has to be expensive or complicated. She gives the example of using soft baby-proofing bumpers around sharp bathroom sink edges to prevent injuries from falls. For her, even a small, inexpensive item can make a major difference in safety. She encourages caregivers to look for practical tools, home modifications, services, and supports that can make life happier, safer, more peaceful, and more manageable for aging parents and for the people caring for them. The Sacred “Special” Between Loved Ones The closing section becomes deeply personal as Nicole shares the running family story that her father has always told her he is from Mars because he has one blue eye and one brown eye. Since childhood, he told her that Martian daddies have two different-colored eyes and invisible antennas, and that he came to Earth to guide her to greatness. Now, as he ages, that private family mythology has become more precious than ever. Nicole encourages listeners to find their own “special” connection with a loved one: an inside joke, emoji, word, sign, sound, butterfly, bell, or shared symbol that can keep love alive even when conversation becomes difficult. Walking With Caregivers Through the Dark Nicole closes by explaining why she created The Care Compass: she wished someone had been there to guide her through the caregiving maze, and now she wants to offer that guidance to others. She invites listeners to write in with questions, experiences, resource needs, and expert recommendations. Her final message is one of companionship: caregivers are not alone, help exists, and even the hardest path can turn toward light when people walk it together.

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Most people spend their lives trying to find a relationship that works, but psychotherapist and bestselling author Esther Perel believes that just living day to day isn't the same as truly feeling alive. In this deeply moving conversation from Making Space, the relationship expert sits down with Hoda Kotb to pull back the curtain on why passion often fades in partnerships and how couples can bridge the distance when they start to drift apart. She and Hoda explore the delicate balance between love and desire, discussing why the space we keep, the mystery we preserve, and the ways we ignite ourselves matter in a world that often feels contactless. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever felt the crushing weight of looking at your monthly bank statement and realizing your childcare bill costs more than your housing? It is a staggering reality facing modern families, but why is a system so crucial to our society treated like a personal luxury instead of essential infrastructure? In this episode, I sit down with working mom and leading childcare advocate Paige Connell to pull back the curtain on the skyrocketing costs and systemic failures of American childcare. Paige shares her viral journey of transparency, explains how the math of the current system forces women out of the workforce, and dismantles the oversimplified myths about simply relying on family or grandparents for help. The Viral Truth: Why breaking the taboo of discussing exact childcare costs resonated with millions of families online. The Sneaky Reality of Public School: Why childcare stress doesn't end at kindergarten and the hidden shock of summer camps and school breaks. The Real Economic Hit to Women: How temporary gaps in a career to handle childcare shortages cause permanent, long-term damage to women's salaries and retirement. Dismantling the Grandparent Narrative: Why relying on aging or working family members is a short-sighted and often dismissive answer to a policy problem. Childcare as Infrastructure: Why an economy built on capitalism is failing itself by pulling productive parents out of the workforce. How to Be "Squeaky": Tangible ways parents can advocate for changes within their corporate workplaces and local town levels. A Magic Wand Reform: Paige's three essential national shifts regarding paid leave, subsidized care, and workplace flexibility to completely transform family life. Connect with Paige Connell on Instagram @sheisapaigeturner and visit her site www.sheisapaigeturner.com/ 00:00 – Introduction & The Reality of Childcare Costs 02:18 – Page's Journey: Going Viral & Advocating for Change 03:48 – The Hidden Expenses: Beyond Preschool to Public School Years 05:07 – The Broad Financial & Emotional Impact on Families 07:54 – The Mental Load & Work Flexibility Challenges 09:23 – Dr. Mona Shares Her Personal Childcare Expense Story 11:15 – Disproportionate Effects on Women & Career Trajectories 13:58 – Why Alternative Care (Like Grandparents) Isn't Always the Answer 17:15 – Systemic Issues: Why America Lacks Childcare Infrastructure 19:24 – Logistical Nightmares: School Calendars vs. Work Hours 21:56 – Actionable Advice & Reassurance for Struggling Parents 24:34 – 3 Key Changes Needed to Fix the Childcare Crisis 27:14 – Closing Thoughts & How to Connect Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk (paid link) And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get in Touch! Send us a message.It's 6:05 PM. You're still at your desk. The showroom closed over an hour ago. Your team left. You have not left.You're not exactly working. Twelve browser tabs open. An email started this morning, minimized at the bottom of the screen. A text you've read three times and haven't answered. A sticky note from last week you can no longer fully decipher.Every time you try to stand up, something else surfaces. Did you confirm the Garcias' install date? What was that vendor thing you were going to follow up on? You had a thought in the car this morning — what was it?So you sit there.You're not stuck because you're inefficient. You're stuck because your brain doesn't trust the system to hold what's still open. There's no place where the unfinished things live — so your brain is holding all of them, at once, on an internal loop. Because if it stops, something gets dropped.In this episode, we walk through the end-of-day brain dump: the three-minute recording that gives your brain permission to stop holding everything — and gets you out the door.What you'll hear:Why you can't leave your desk even when you're not working — and what's actually keeping you thereThe three-minute recording that moves open loops out of your head and into a systemHow the brain dump compounds over time into a pattern map of what's actually weighing on your business

Have you ever felt the crushing weight of looking at your monthly bank statement and realizing your childcare bill costs more than your housing? It is a staggering reality facing modern families, but why is a system so crucial to our society treated like a personal luxury instead of essential infrastructure? In this episode, I sit down with working mom and leading childcare advocate Paige Connell to pull back the curtain on the skyrocketing costs and systemic failures of American childcare. Paige shares her viral journey of transparency, explains how the math of the current system forces women out of the workforce, and dismantles the oversimplified myths about simply relying on family or grandparents for help. The Viral Truth: Why breaking the taboo of discussing exact childcare costs resonated with millions of families online. The Sneaky Reality of Public School: Why childcare stress doesn't end at kindergarten and the hidden shock of summer camps and school breaks. The Real Economic Hit to Women: How temporary gaps in a career to handle childcare shortages cause permanent, long-term damage to women's salaries and retirement. Dismantling the Grandparent Narrative: Why relying on aging or working family members is a short-sighted and often dismissive answer to a policy problem. Childcare as Infrastructure: Why an economy built on capitalism is failing itself by pulling productive parents out of the workforce. How to Be "Squeaky": Tangible ways parents can advocate for changes within their corporate workplaces and local town levels. A Magic Wand Reform: Paige's three essential national shifts regarding paid leave, subsidized care, and workplace flexibility to completely transform family life. Connect with Paige Connell on Instagram @sheisapaigeturner and visit her site www.sheisapaigeturner.com/ 00:00 – Introduction & The Reality of Childcare Costs 02:18 – Page's Journey: Going Viral & Advocating for Change 03:48 – The Hidden Expenses: Beyond Preschool to Public School Years 05:07 – The Broad Financial & Emotional Impact on Families 07:54 – The Mental Load & Work Flexibility Challenges 09:23 – Dr. Mona Shares Her Personal Childcare Expense Story 11:15 – Disproportionate Effects on Women & Career Trajectories 13:58 – Why Alternative Care (Like Grandparents) Isn't Always the Answer 17:15 – Systemic Issues: Why America Lacks Childcare Infrastructure 19:24 – Logistical Nightmares: School Calendars vs. Work Hours 21:56 – Actionable Advice & Reassurance for Struggling Parents 24:34 – 3 Key Changes Needed to Fix the Childcare Crisis 27:14 – Closing Thoughts & How to Connect Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk (paid link) And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The mental load is not the doing. Everyone thinks it's the doing. It's the buy now, pay later maths you run when your partner tells you to rest — the hour you lie down and spend the whole hour calculating what this hour is costing you tomorrow. It's being the default parent, the one whose invisible labour only gets noticed the second it stops. And then, into that, walks the one who did the single most visible job in the house and needs you to see it. He mowed the lawn. He unpacked the dishwasher. Once. And he's standing in the middle of the kitchen, glowing, waiting for the medal.CHAPTERS00:00 — 'You rest, take a load off' — and why every woman's shoulders just went up01:35 — Buy now, pay later: what an hour of rest actually costs you02:39 — Dani, patron saint of this episode, and her four voice memos03:19 — Kat's dishwasher, the border collie, and the dead bird at your feet04:06 — 'Did you see the lawn?' The line that named the whole episode06:37 — The barbecue vasectomy story (you'll want to sit down)08:31 — The 3am texts, where it stops being funny — the wet bed, his one turn09:42 — 'I'm stressed about the mess. What are you going to do about it?'11:04 — The head lice question that broke everyone: 'or did you just decide that?'12:15 — Why is it always her? Susan Walzer, 1996, and thinking vs doing12:38 — He doesn't just do less. He's reading a different ledger.13:33 — Why this isn't gaslighting — and why that makes it harder to fix15:31 — What doesn't work: the chart, the PowerPoint, the tagging him in articles15:50 — What actually works: handing over whole domains, not tasks17:20 — How same-sex couples split it, and why they had to do it out loud19:55 — 'You're a bit of a perfectionist' — what he actually means when he says itWhat We CoverWhy 'you rest, I've got it' makes every woman's shoulders climb up around her ears — and the brutal maths hiding inside that hour of 'rest'The border collie, the dead bird, and the exact face a partner makes when he's unpacked the dishwasher once and needs you to noticeThe listener line that named this whole episode — and what she really wanted to say backThe barbecue vasectomy story, which has to be heard to be believed, and what six women two metres away were actually doing while he told itThe 3am texts, where the funny runs out — the wet bed and the one night it was his turn, and what he suggested instead of changing the sheetsThe head lice question that undid everyone — three little words that turned a job she'd been doing for three months into something she'd apparently inventedWhy it's her doing the tracking, the meds, the mattress — a piece of 1996 research, and a newer one that's sharper and more unsettlingWhy he isn't lying and isn't gaslighting when he says the house is fine — he's genuinely reading a different ledger, and that's the bit that's hard to fixThe three things that don't work (you've tried all three), and the one thing that does — and it isn't a better chore chartWhat a man actually means when he calls you a perfectionist — this one's going on a tea towelFree ResourcesHousehold Family Meeting Template — the closest thing to the 'hand over whole domains' conversation this episode is really about — https://adhdmums.com.au/product/adhd-household-family-meeting-template/Paid ResourcesPre-Diagnosis Workbook — for the mum who's listening to this and starting to wonder about herself — https://adhdmums.com.au/product/prediagnosisworkbook/ADHD Mums Shop — https://adhdmums.com.au/shop/Related EpisodesThe Admin Husband: 'Do We Have Parmesan?' — Part 1 of this series —https://adhdmums.com.au/adhd-podcast-episodes/adhd-invisible-load/ What We Wish Our Partners Knew About the Mental Load — And How to Truly Support Us — S2 EP75 — https://adhdmums.com.au/podcast_episode/episode-75-what-we-wish-our-partners-knew-about-the-mental-load-and-how-to-truly-support-us/Making the Invisible Mental Load Visible: How to Share the Load Without the Stress (Part 3) — S2 EP73 — https://adhdmums.com.au/podcast_episode/episode-73-making-the-invisible-mental-load-visible-how-to-share-the-load-without-the-stress-part-3/The Invisible Job: Being the One Who Holds Everything Together — S3 — https://adhdmums.com.au/adhd-podcast-episodes/the-invisible-job-being-the-one-who-holds-everything-together/References & Further ReadingWalzer, S. (1996). Thinking About the Baby: Gender and Divisions of Infant Care. Social Problems, 43(2), 219–234. https://doi.org/10.2307/3096999(The 1996 study Jane cites — women do the thinking, men do the doing.)Daminger, A. (2019). The Cognitive Dimension of Household Labor. American Sociological Review, 84(4), 609–633. https://doi.org/10.1177/0003122419859007(The four stages: anticipate, identify, decide, monitor — decision-making is shared, everything else falls on women.)On same-sex couples splitting cognitive labour more evenly:Pinho, M. & Gaunt, R. (2023). The management of cognitive labour in same-gender couples. PLoS ONE. (Same-gender couples negotiate the division explicitly rather than defaulting.)On the newer 'different perceptions of the same household' research:Weeks, A. C. & Ruppanner, L. (2024). A typology of US parents' mental loads: Core and episodic cognitive labor. Journal of Marriage and Family. https://doi.org/10.1111/jomf.13057

Some things land on your plate because life asks them of you.Others show up so quietly that you don't even notice you've picked them up.A workout because everyone else is doing it. Saying yes because it feels like the right thing to do. Trying harder to be a better parent, a better boss, a better version of yourself. Before long, your plate feels heavier, but not because life changed. Because somewhere along the way, someone else's expectations became your responsibility.This week we're looking at two patterns that quietly add weight to your mental load. Comparison and "shoulds." Not to get rid of them overnight, but to notice them for what they are.Sometimes the biggest shift isn't taking something off your plate. It's realizing it never belonged there in the first place.Work with me: Lighter: Your life doesn't need to be lighter...your brain does. Join us to take weight off your plate (without changing your to do list) www.samanthapenkoff.com/lighterThe Leaders Table: https://www.samanthapenkoff.com/leaders-tableBreakthrough Intensive: You already know you should slow down, delegate more, stop overcommitting & be emotionally present. So why can't you? That's what we figure out in 90 minutes + integration call 1 week later. Book your BreakthroughExhale Private Coaching: For women ready to do this work until it sticks and you can't revert back. 3 open spots: Work with meConnect with Sam: Instagram | Facebook

How many warning signs have you ignored because you convinced yourself you could just keep going? In this solo episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde explores a pattern she sees far too often in high-achieving women and leaders... pushing through exhaustion, ignoring the signals their bodies are sending, and wearing over-functioning as a badge of honour. Drawing on her own experience with cancer, Julie challenges the belief that resilience means never slowing down and asks one powerful question: What are you trying to prove... and to who? In this episode: Why high performers are particularly vulnerable to burnout. The difference between resilience and constantly pushing through. How over-functioning quietly becomes our identity. The warning signs your body may already be sending. Why leadership today requires a different way of operating. The questions every leader should ask before their body forces them to stop. Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to Leading You00:48 The Push Through Trap02:34 Burnout Signs and Statistics07:24 Mental Load and Over-Functioning09:18 When Your Body Forces You to Stop10:05 Clarity Compass11:20 My Wake-Up Call14:09 Why We Need to Lead Differently16:58 Questions Worth Asking Yourself17:31 Final Thoughts Links: Learn more about my group coaching program hereGet the Clarity Compass here Connect with Julie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/Instagram: @juliehydeleadsWebsite: https://juliehyde.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Motherhood can be beautiful and still feel savage. When life is piling on, when support is thin, and when you are expected to carry everyone else's comfort, the “best job in the world” line stops sounding inspiring and starts sounding like a gag order. I'm Kirsty Dee, and I'm saying the quiet part out loud: lots of mums love their kids and still feel overwhelmed, resentful, and privately ashamed for struggling.I take you through my own motherhood journey, from pregnancy sickness and not being believed in labour, to the aftermath of pain, feeding pressure, and the constant sense that if anything goes wrong the blame lands on mum. We also talk neurodivergent parenting, school battles, masking, and the long road to an autism diagnosis, plus how years of navigating systems can grind families down. If you have ever questioned your choices, or felt like a “monster” for having hard thoughts, you're not alone.Then we get practical with the real culprit behind so much motherhood burnout: the mental load and emotional labour. We name the invisible labour, how it quietly becomes normal, and why “just tell me what to do” is not partnership. I share what has helped me shift it: boundaries, shared responsibility, teaching kids that a household is everyone's work, and building a village so your time, health and joy matter too. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review, then tell me: what part of the mental load are you ready to put down?More from me at KirstyDee.comIg @KirstyDeeSharesFacebook - Kirsty DeeText The Show/ Fan Mail Here

In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton talk about the invisible weight carried by the people behind the badge — the spouses, the children, and the families who hold everything together while the first responder is on shift, recovering from shift, or mentally still on shift even when they are physically home. This episode is not about blame. It is about visibility. Because the mental load that first responder families carry is real, it is significant, and in most households it goes completely unacknowledged — not because the first responder does not care, but because the nature of the job makes it genuinely difficult to see what is happening on the other side of the front door.

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the showPeople often tell me I'm "so organized." But after wrapping up another busy swim team season, I found myself thinking... maybe organization isn't the real reason I've been able to stay consistent with my podcast, newsletter, clients, and even a six-year Peloton streak.In this episode, I'm sharing why I think we confuse outcomes with personality, the difference between discipline and sustainability, and how simple systems help me build a business that keeps going—even when life gets busy. If you've ever felt like you're carrying your business around in your head, this one's for you.

Diese Folge startet bei der Suche nach echten Mom-Friends und landet bei einer Diagnose. Erst wird's warm: Charakter, Politik und Erziehungsstil müssen passen – und dann sollen sich auch noch die Kinder verstehen. Kein Wunder, dass man sich als Mutter oft einsam fühlt, bis plötzlich diese eine Gruppe da ist, bei der alles klickt. Habt ihr eure Leute gefunden – oder sucht ihr noch? Schreibt's in die Kommentare. Dann wird's ehrlich: Dauerpuls, Panikattacken, ein Anruf aus der Praxis – Diagnose Schilddrüsenüberfunktion. Unsere Message: Bei Herzrasen, Schlafproblemen oder Dauerangst nach der Schwangerschaft mal die Schilddrüse checken lassen. Manchmal steckt kein Versagen dahinter, sondern ein Hormon. Ihr habt eine Geschichte, eine Meinung oder einfach Bock, uns euer Chaos zu erzählen? Schreibt uns bei MOMSPLAINING an fanny@mamaleisa.de. Du bist schwanger und fühlst dich gerade überfordert, unsicher oder allein? Das Hilfetelefon „Schwangere in Not“ ist jederzeit für dich da – anonym, kostenlos und in 19 Sprachen. Du bist nicht allein: www.hilfetelefon-schwangere.de Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/mama_leisa Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio

In dieser Folge erwähnter Link: Zeit- und Energiemanagement Mental Load wird als weibliches Schicksal verkauft. Es ist keins. In dieser Folge erfährst du: ❤️ warum Mental Load keine Konstante ist und was ich stattdessen mache

Abends fragt dich jemand, was du heute gemacht hast. Du sagst, eigentlich nichts. Und bist trotzdem völlig fertig. Das hat einen Grund. Mental Load. Die 37 offenen Tabs in deinem Kopf. In dieser Folge geht es darum, warum an alles denken Arbeit ist, auch wenn sie keiner sieht, und wie du ein paar von den Tabs zumachst. Mit handfesten Tipps, einem Gedanken aus dem Kundalini Yoga und einem Tropfen Lavendel. Schreib mir deine Gedanken dazu in die Kommentare oder als Nachricht. Sat nam, Jarnail Kaur Khalsa E-Mail: hallo@chardikalastudio.com Hier findest du mich auf Instagram: @jarnailkaurkhalsa Hier finden meine Kundalini Yoga & weitere Kurse statt: Chardi Kala Studio  Hier findest du meinen Blog: www.jarnailkaurkhalsa.com 

PMS, PMDS und Perimenopause – drei Begriffe, die viele von uns kennen. Aber was passiert dabei eigentlich wirklich in unserem Körper? Und ab wann sind Stimmungsschwankungen, Erschöpfung oder extreme Reizbarkeit mehr als einfach nur „die Hormone“? In dieser Folge sprechen wir mit den Gynäkologinnen Dr. med. Rebekka Westphal und Dr. med. Mirjam Wagner über Frauengesundheit, hormonelle Veränderungen und Beschwerden, die noch immer viel zu häufig nicht ernst genommen werden. Wir klären, wie sich PMS und PMDS unterscheiden, warum ein Zyklustagebuch ein echter Gamechanger sein kann und welche Rolle Ernährung, Bewegung, Stress und Medikamente bei der Behandlung spielen können. Außerdem geht es um die Perimenopause – eine Phase, die oft viel früher beginnt, als viele Frauen denken. Warum fühlen wir uns plötzlich gereizter, erschöpfter oder einfach „nicht mehr wie wir selbst“? Und warum braucht gute gynäkologische Begleitung vor allem eines: Zeit und Aufmerksamkeit? Eine ehrliche, informative und gleichzeitig herrlich unperfekte Folge über Hormone, Mental Load, den berühmten „Werwolf-Modus“ und die wichtige Erkenntnis: Wir dürfen unsere Beschwerden ernst nehmen und uns Unterstützung holen. Dr. med. Mirjam Wagner || (Gast): ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/doktorin_vagina Dr. med. Rebekka Westphal || (Gast) ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/dr_webekka Gyn 2 || Gast: ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/gynzwei/ Nora Becker (Host): ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/norabeckervocals/

This episode is brought to you by Legendairy Milk. Use code NEWMOM15 at checkout to get 15% off She's Flowing.You've fed the baby, done the laundry, remembered the pediatrician appointment, mentally scheduled tomorrow's daycare drop-off, and somehow still feel like you're forgetting something. Sound familiar? That's the mental load — and for new mothers, it rarely gets talked about the way it should.In this episode, Mariela sits down with Dr. Minisha Ghimire, physician in internal medicine and obesity medicine, and founder of Momkinz, to have an honest, eye-opening conversation about the invisible weight so many mothers carry — and what it's actually doing to their health.This one hits different. Whether you're in the thick of the newborn stage or years into motherhood and still feeling it — you'll want to listen to this.In This Episode, We Cover:

Are moms tired? You bet! But they're not the only ones! In this encore episode in our summer series, Raising Them Well, we look at the other half of the parenting team who are also feeling the parenting pressure.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4vb94o8 Key Topics:Dad fatigue and self-careThe evolving role of dads in family lifeThe importance of vulnerability and emotional support in fatherhoodSound Bites:"I'm tired from this parenting journey, not of it.""Vulnerability is someone else's freedom.""Perspective of time passing changes everything."Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:47 Jon Shares His Parenting Journey01:49 Balancing Busy Family Life and Fatigue02:59 The Concept of the Tired Dad and Its Significance03:50 Changing Family Dynamics and Dad Involvement06:10 Mental Load and Postpartum Experiences07:30 Communication and Vulnerability in Parenthood09:05 The Power of Vulnerability and Emotional Support11:03 Building Empathy and Shared Understanding12:10 Recognizing Overstimulation and Self-Care13:11 Accepting Chaos and Seasons of Parenting14:33 Teamwork and Flexibility in Family Roles16:22 The Shift to Emotional Provision in Fatherhood17:46 Responsibility and Presence in Parenting18:35 The Impact of Vulnerability on Family Relationships20:14 Self-Care Strategies for Dads21:35 Perspective and Seasons of Parenthood22:03 Cherished Family Moments in Chaos23:02 Approaching Difficult Conversations with Partners24:45 The Importance of Honest and Safe Communication26:03 The Role of Fathers in Emotional Support28:16 About the Book: The Tired Dad30:39 Connecting with Jon Gustin and ResourcesKeywords: fatherhood, dad fatigue, emotional provision, parenting, mental load, vulnerability, family dynamics, self-care, modern dads

On this bonus episode of Diabetes Connections... we're talking about a fascinating new partnership between Omnipod and Calm – the meditation app, designed specifically for people with type 1 diabetes. Calm says it helps people sleep more, stress less and live mindful.. what does that look like for our community? I'm talking to advocate Meg Cremins, a Calm user who lives with type 1 and got to check out the collaboration, about what it sounds like, who it helps, and her thoughts on why caring for your mental health isn't really separate from diabetes care. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Join us at Moms' Night Out this fall (and check out our 2027 cities)! Announcing Community Commericals! Learn how to get your message on the show here. Learn more about studies and research at Thrivable here Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Omnipod - Simplify Life All about Dexcom  All about VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com 

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Joy Berkheimer, Phd, LMFT, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Dating Coach, author, speaker, and Chief Sexologist at The Sexual Wellness Awards. We get into the nitty gritty of relationships, intimacy, sensuality, sex, and the mental load and emotional labour so many women carry in their relationships. I truly loved this juicy conversation, enjoy queens! What we cover: What sensual yoga entails and looks like in practiceWhy women specifically are so often disconnected from their sensualityHow a woman eases into connectionWhat "goddess status" isThe impacts of the mental load and emotional labour women carry in relationshipsAdvice for people who stay too long or who have the same relationship patternWhat intimacy is and what healthy intimacy really looks and feels likeWhy women struggle to enjoy sex even with someone they loveHot, practical tips around sex and intimacyThe exploration of tantric and chakra workConnect with Dr Joy:Instagram: @glowyourgoddessYouTube: Dear Dr JoyWebsite: www.joyberkheimer.comConnect with me:Instagram: @beccnichollsTiktok: @beccanichollsWebsite: www.beccanicholls.comSubscribe to my email listYouTube: BECCAIt would mean the world to me if you would subscribe, rate and review this podcast to help support the show. If you enjoy this podcast, share it on your stories and tag me or share it with a friend. Let's build this community, together! ⚡️

Diese Folge startet bei Fünf-Minuten-Sex und landet bei zwei Stunden Wutanfall. Wir planen das nicht, es passiert einfach. Erst wird's ehrlich: Sex im Elternalltag, zweimal im Monat, angesagt per WhatsApp mit genau einem Wort – und der Router-Neustart als perfekter Zehn-Minuten-Slot. Verratet uns in den Kommentaren: Habt ihr ein Codewort? Und wie oft, wenn ihr ehrlich seid? Dann wird's leise: zwei Stunden Wutanfall, ausgelöst von einem falsch ausgesprochenen „Papa". Ein Kind, das aus seinen Gefühlen nicht mehr rauskommt, ein Baby, das trotzdem schlafen soll – und danach die Scham über die eigene Wut. Wir haben kein Rezept, nur: aushalten. Ihr habt eine Geschichte, eine Meinung oder einfach Bock, uns euer Chaos zu erzählen? Schreibt uns bei MOMSPLAINING an fanny@mamaleisa.de. Du bist schwanger und fühlst dich gerade überfordert, unsicher oder allein? Das Hilfetelefon „Schwangere in Not“ ist jederzeit für dich da – anonym, kostenlos und in 19 Sprachen. Du bist nicht allein: www.hilfetelefon-schwangere.de Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/mama_leisa Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio

"Ich mach doch viel mehr als du!" Diesen Satz höre ich in meinen Coachings ständig. Und wenn ich beim Partner nachfrage, kommt fast wortgleich dieselbe Aussage zurück. Nur andersrum. Mental Load ist real. Aber das Gefühl, mehr zu leisten als der andere Mensch, trifft in vielen Beziehungen beide Seiten gleichzeitig. Genau das schauen wir uns heute an. In dieser Folge bekommst du: 1. Warum beide Partner oft gleichzeitig überzeugt sind, mehr zu tragen, ohne dass jemand lügt. 2. Was kognitive Verzerrung damit zu tun hat und warum du deine eigene Anstrengung automatisch stärker spürst als die deines Partners. 3. Warum hinter dem Streit ums Tun fast immer das Bedürfnis nach Wertschätzung steckt. 4. Drei konkrete Fragen, die du im nächsten Konflikt stellen kannst, statt dich zu verteidigen. 5. Wie du erkennst, worum es dir wirklich geht, wenn du denkst "ich mach alles". Alle Links findest du in den Shownotes.

In this episode, Michele sits down with Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr. Amy Voedisch, co-authors of Estrogen Interrupted: A Guide to Surviving and Thriving in Perimenopause, to unpack the often-overlooked realities of perimenopause.   They explain how the 2–10-year transition before menopause can trigger unpredictable hormonal changes that lead to hot flashes, brain fog, mood swings, sleep disruptions, anxiety, and other challenging symptoms, while discussing why so many women struggle to find informed healthcare providers.   The conversation explores the connection between perimenopause and mental health, the case for rebranding birth control, to manage symptoms and prevent pregnancy, what women should know about testosterone therapy—including its benefits, limitations, and permanent side effects—and where to find qualified menopause specialists. Packed with evidence-based insights and practical advice, this episode is essential listening for anyone seeking reliable information on perimenopause, menopause, hormone health, and women's wellness.   key topics: Welcome To Her Starring Role and this Perimenopause Deep Dive (00:07) Why Estrogen Interrupted Was Written (04:12) Mental Load, Dismissal, and Superwoman Expectations (06:37) We Believe Women and Medicine's Blind Spot (09:07) What Perimenopause Actually is (13:01) Why Perimenopause is Hard To Diagnose (17:10) Suicide Risk and The Perfect Storm Years (19:09) How to Find Quality Menopause Care (24:00) Birth Control Rebrand as Ovulation Suppression (29:12) Testosterone Truths and Dangers (46:18)   RESOURCES + BOOKS MENTIONED: Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@herstarringrole Follow on: APPLE PODCASTS Follow on: SPOTIFY PODCASTS Join Michele's Newsletter + Get a List of 52-Selfcare Tips   GUEST INFORMATION Book: Estrogen, Interrupted: A Guide to Surviving and Thriving in Perimenopause Website: https://www.perimenopausedrs.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/ovary_active/ Where to find a provider: https://menopause.org/   If you enjoyed today's show, please share it with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player!   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.  

Die Ehefrau hat an den meisten Tagen miese Laune und das einzige, dass sie etwas zu besänftigen scheint, ist Sex. Kann das auf Dauer gut gehen? Mit dieser Frage hat sich ein Hörer an Denni und Josi gewendet. Die Schwestern nehmen das zum Anlass, um über den Cockblocker Nummer eins - Mental Load - zu sprechen, und um zu verstehen, warum Sex manchmal kurzfristig die Stimmung heben kann …. Und warum Wut und Sex sich oft nicht gut vertragen. ***Diese Folge wird präsentiert von AMORELIE*** Auf der Suche nach einem Sex-Shop mit großer Auswahl und fairen Preisen? Ab zu Amorelie! Mit dem Cody OHBABY bekommt ihr ab einem Mindestbestellwert aktuell 15% Rabatt auf den Womanizer Enhance sowie auf den gesamten AMORELIE Shop – auch gültig für Reduziertes. Auf Instagram findet ihr uns unter @ohbabypodcast. Schreibt uns gerne – auch, wenn ihr Fragen für unsere Quickie-Folgen habt!

Episode 764 explores the invisible mental load employees carry every day and why leaders who reduce cognitive overload create higher performing organizations. Discover practical ways to eliminate workplace friction, reduce decision fatigue, and improve employee performance through smarter leadership.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

What if your brain works differently from everyone else's — and you're still expected to carry the same invisible load for your family, work, and life? In this episode of MissPerceived, Professor Leah Ruppanner explores how neurodivergent folks (ADHD, OCD, bipolar, and beyond) experience the mental load in uniquely complex and often heavier ways. She breaks down the seven stages of the mental load, shows where things get especially hard when you're prone to rumination, catastrophizing, or forgetting, and explains why social norms demanding perfection make all of this even more overwhelming.Leah also shares what she's learned from interviews and from living with a partner who has ADHD, and offers a gentler way forward: more compassion, more curiosity, shared systems, and dropping what doesn't actually need your brain's limited energy.Chapters:00:00 Introduction — neurodiversity and the mental load01:00 What the mental load really is (beyond a to‑do list)02:41 When your brain works differently: distraction, rumination, worst‑case thinking05:03 The seven stages of the mental load: identify, remember, strategize, decide, delegate, execute, monitor07:24 How ADHD, OCD, and other neurodivergences change each stage09:41 Social norms that demand perfection — especially from women11:55 Why this becomes a recipe for disaster (and it's not your fault)13:00 Using the Mental Load Audit: what to drop, delegate, and reduce14:22 Conversations that help: explaining how your brain works to your family16:00 Compassion, curiosity, and building better systems togetherResources Mentioned:

Ever feel like your brain has 47 tabs open at all times? Same.This week Sarah and Whitney are talking about the invisible mental load moms carry every single day — the constant remembering, planning, anticipating, organizing, managing emotions, and making decisions for everyone around us.From school forms and meal planning to emotional regulation and “default parent” responsibilities, motherhood is mentally exhausting in ways people don't always see. And sometimes it's not the big things that break us… it's one more person asking us one more question after making 10,000 decisions already that day.They discuss:decision fatigue in motherhoodwhy moms feel overstimulatedinvisible labor and emotional loadperfectionism and over-functioningwhy we struggle to delegatepractical ways to reduce mental overloadIf you've been feeling mentally drained, snappy, numb, overstimulated, or like your brain never shuts off…this episode will make you feel seen.Follow Previa Alliance!Previa Alliance (@previa.alliance) • Instagram photos and videosPrevia Alliance Podcast (@previapodcast) • Instagram photos and videosKeep the questions coming by sending them to info@previaalliance.com or DM us on Instagram!

Do you know your family's wifi password, your kid's shoe size, and exactly what happens if you disappear for a week? I bet you're the only one who does. In this episode, I sit down with Julie Fried, host of The System for Everything podcast and a former wedding planner turned systems strategist, to talk about why systems aren't about getting more done, they're about worrying less. Julie shares the three systems that save her sanity as a working mom, why checklists are a sign of respect for your own brain, and the story behind her Entrepreneur's Death Folder, a tool that helps business owners, and honestly everyone, build a plan for when life happens. Apply for a free time management coaching session: freetimecall.com. Full shownotes: abouttimepodcast.com/330.  

A lot of women are being "helped" in their homes while still carrying the full weight of the relationship. And in this episode, I'm talking about the difference between help and support, because those are not the same thing. If you feel like your partner does things when you ask, but you're still the one tracking, reminding, organizing, and following up, this episode is going to make a lot of things click. Because help can lighten the load for a moment. Support changes how the relationship works altogether. We talk about why help can still leave you carrying the mental load, how over-functioning keeps so many women stuck in resentment, why "just make him a list" isn't the same as real partnership, and what it actually looks like when support is off your plate and out of your head. You don't need more help. You need real support. And the kind of partner who takes responsibility, not just handles assigned tasks. This episode talks about how to make that happen.  SHOW NOTES LINKS: ✨ FREE Live Relationship Masterclass: https://momlifemastery.as.me/relationship-masterclass     ✨ Join the Deeply Loved Woman Collective: https://the-breathwork-collective.circle.so/checkout/supported-woman-membership     ✨ Grab the Relationship Repair Guide: https://breathworkcollective.myflodesk.com/repair-guide-for-women   

In this “Zion Lab Live” episode, Kurt Francom facilitates a live community discussion analyzing recent topics in Zion Lab. The conversation focuses on improving the Sunday meeting experience, addressing the unique cultural and social needs of men in the church, and managing the mental capacity of local leaders. Watch the video and share your thoughts in the Zion Lab community Transcript available with the video in the Zion Lab community Highlights Key Insights US Constitution Fifth Sunday Lessons: Community feedback regarding the church-mandated Fifth Sunday lessons was generally positive, highlighting a respectful, non-political tone and a spiritual framing of the topic. However, participants noted areas for logistical improvement, such as better structured small-group discussions for youth. The Masculine Experience in Church: There is a perceived gap in curated institutional resources and dedicated advisory councils on the church level specifically tailored to adult men, unlike other church demographics. Fostering Connection for Men: Men naturally connect “shoulder-to-shoulder” through shared physical activities, service, and adventure rather than traditional face-to-face chat formats. Utilizing creative layouts, interactive exercises, or specific musical numbers can drastically improve engagement. Impact of Local Leadership: While institutional resources are helpful, local leadership ultimately has the greatest impact on an individual’s everyday church experience and ward culture. Mental Capacity and Burnout: Serving in high-demand callings creates a significant emotional and mental load. Leaders often mistakenly take on individual responsibilities that belong to others, which risks burning out active members and themselves. Leadership Applications Adapt the Second Hour: Elders Quorum presidencies can pivot away from dry lectures by arranging room seating dynamically (e.g., pulling out tables, utilizing outdoor spaces, or splitting into smaller circles) to prompt natural connection. Establish Call Limits: Bishops and Relief Society presidents can manage emotional fatigue by implementing clear structural boundaries—such as processing welfare and check requests only on Sundays—instead of allowing everyday crises to overlap into family time. Empower Through Accountability: Rather than acting as a “black hole of need” by driving around to manage every logistical demand for struggling members, leaders should focus on helping individuals build personal testimonies so they find motivation to step up independently. 00:04:10 – Leaked Meetinghouse Blueprints and the Chapel Lectern 00:05:42 – Reviewing Fifth Sunday Lessons on the US Constitution 00:07:54 – Examining Men’s Institutional Resources and the Advisory Council Gap 00:12:35 – Cultural Dynamics and How Men Build Peer Connections 00:24:14 – Practical Tips for Building Better Elders Quorum Lessons 00:28:54 – Reimaging Second-Hour Formats, Small Groups, and Music 00:39:43 – Managing the Mental Load and Burnout in Local Ward Leadership 00:43:32 – Handling Inner-City Ward Welfare Dynamics and Establishing Boundaries The award-winning Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints’ mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Find Leadership Tools, Courses, and Community for Latter-day Saint leaders in the Zion Lab community. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway, Reyna and Elena Aburto, Liz Wiseman, Stephen M. R. Covey, Benjamin Hardy, Elder Alvin F. Meredith III, Julie Beck, Brad Wilcox, Jody Moore, Tony Overbay, John H. Groberg, Elaine Dalton, Tad R. Callister, Lynn G. Robbins, J. Devn Cornish, Bonnie Oscarson, Dennis B. Neuenschwander, Kirby Heyborne, Taysom Hill, Coaches Jennifer Rockwood and Brandon Doman, Anthony Sweat, John Hilton III, Barbara Morgan Gardner, Blair Hodges, Whitney Johnson, Ryan Gottfredson, Greg McKeown, Ganel-Lyn Condie, Michael Goodman, Wendy Ulrich, Richard Ostler, and many more in over 800 episodes. Discover podcasts, articles, virtual conferences, and live events related to callings such as the bishopric, Relief Society, elders quorum, Primary, youth leadership, stake leadership, ward mission, ward council, young adults, ministering, and teaching.

Are you the one tracking the dentist appointments, school forms, birthday gifts, custody schedules, groceries, and all the details everyone else seems to forget? That invisible work has a name: the mental load. In this episode of The Stepmom Diaries, I'm sharing my conversation with Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play and Find Your Unicorn Space. We talk about the mental load in blended families and why so many stepmoms feel exhausted from carrying invisible labor no one else sees. This conversation is honest, validating, and so needed for stepmoms who feel like they are holding everything together behind the scenes. In this episode, we cover: Why stepmoms often carry the invisible labor How the mental load shows up differently in blended families Why boundaries and communication have to come before systems The real antidote to burnout Resources Mentioned Fair Play by Eve Rodsky Find Your Unicorn Space by Eve Rodsky Fair Play Cards Follow Eve on Instagram Get our free Stepmom Scripts Guide with real-life scripts for common stepfamily conversations: https://stepfamilycertification.com/stepmom-scripts Get on the waitlist for The Stepmom Summit happening September 14th-18th, 2026!   Love The Stepmom Diaries? Please rate and review the podcast on Apple or Spotify. Your support helps us reach more blended families who need honest conversations like this one.

Text Kristen your thoughts or feedback about the showWhat happens when the career path you originally planned no longer fits the life you actually want?In this episode, I'm joined by Jamie Hass, whose journey has taken her from corporate marketing, to co-owning a childcare center for 13 years, to building a virtual coaching business designed to support women in the realities of everyday life.This conversation felt like such a grounded reminder that sustainable businesses aren't built through hustle alone.Jamie shares what she learned transitioning from a brick-and-mortar business into the online space, including: Why systems matter more than motivation  The mental load that comes with “wearing all the hats”  How perfectionism can quietly keep you stuck  What it actually looks like to make progress in busy seasons of life  Why small, consistent action beats overwhelming plans every time We also talk about balancing motherhood and business, navigating summer without losing momentum completely, and building a business that actually fits your real life—not just the version that looks good online.If you've been feeling busy all day but somehow still not moving forward, this episode is for you.Connect with Jamie on Instagram or check out her resources here. 

Alles neu macht der Juli! Neues Cover, neuer Jingle – und trotzdem läuft bei uns natürlich gar nichts schief. Zumindest fast. Denn Alina nimmt diese Folge mitten aus ihrem Umzugschaos auf: neues Haus, zwei kleine Kinder, gefühlt 50 Kartons und ein Wasserfleck, der sie jetzt die halbe Kaution kostet. Wir reden über Umzug mit Kindern, funktionieren bis zum Umfallen – und warum eine Brust schon mal im Gesicht des falschen Kindes landet, wenn Mama zu müde ist. Dann die große News: Der Vorverkauf für unsere Live-Tour „Muddi muss mal raus" startet! 2027 kommen wir nach München, Berlin, Köln und Hamburg – nachmittags, gemütlich, und rechtzeitig zur Einschlafbegleitung seid ihr wieder zu Hause. Kleine Runde, wenig Plätze, also seid schnell. Den Link findet ihr in den Shownotes. Und in der zweiten Hälfte sortieren wir uns durch alle Elterntypen dieser Welt: die Locker-Locos, die Klemmis, die Loco-Klemmis, die Schlaubi-Schlümpfe, die Ökos und die Hypochondi-Mamas. Welcher Elterntyp seid ihr? Schreibt es uns in die Kommentare – und gerne auch, welche Kategorie wir noch vergessen haben. Ihr habt eine Geschichte, eine Meinung oder einfach Bock, uns euer Chaos zu erzählen? Schreibt uns bei MOMSPLAINING an fanny@mamaleisa.de. Tickets gibt es hier ab 10.07. – 12 Uhr: https://florida-touring.de/artist/mama-leisa LIVE TOUR Facts: Sonntag, 09.05.27, München Silbersaal, 17:00Uhr (16Uhr Einlass) Samstag, 22.05.27, Berlin, Peter Edel, 17:00Uhr (16Uhr Einlass) Samstag, 29.05.27, Köln, BüZe Ehrenfeld, 17:00Uhr (16Uhr Einlass) Samstag, 05.06.27, Hamburg, Kehrwieder Theater, 17:00Uhr (16Uhr Einlass) Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/mama_leisa Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio

Looking for ADHD self-empowerment, guidance and support? Look through my ADHD Women's Wellbeing resources here. My entire 'ADHD Women's Wellbeing Series' is on offer this July. Head here to learn more about the workshops and use code JULY to get 35% off.I'm sure you relate to recalling an entire conversation from months ago or even song lyrics from the 80s, but forgetting why you walked into a room thirty seconds ago?On this week's episode of The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, I'm joined by Dr Sarah Rudebeck, a clinical psychologist with a PhD in memory from the University of Oxford.Sarah specialises in working memory and executive function difficulties in adults, and is the co-founder of Recallify, an AI companion for memory support. She works clinically in the NHS, with a particular interest in bridging the gap between what research tells us about memory and what people are actually offered in terms of help.In this episode, we talk about the difference between memories that are simply hard to retrieve under pressure and genuine working memory difficulties, why so many ADHD adults share a similar cognitive profile of strong intellectual ability alongside weaker working memory and attention, and why working memory cannot be trained like a muscle, no matter how many crosswords or brain games we try. We also get into the practical side, from school admin and parenting reminders to household overwhelm and overbuying, and how Sarah's own frustration with the gap between research and everyday support led her to co-found Recallify.In this episode, we cover:The difference between memories that are "in there" and memories you can retrieve under pressureWhat working memory actually is, and how it differs from attention, executive function and long-term memoryThe common ADHD cognitive profile: strong intellectual ability alongside weaker working memory and processing speedWhat happens during a neuropsychological assessment, and what it reveals about your own pattern of strengths and difficultiesWhy working memory cannot be trained like a muscle, and what the research on brain training actually showsHow hormonal changes in midlife can affect word retrieval and confidenceWhere working memory difficulties show up day to day, from school admin to household overwhelmWhy so many of us overbuy and overcompensate rather than under-organiseSarah's own experience of dyslexia and learning to lean on her strengthsHow Recallify came about, and how its brain dump and task features workTimestamps:00:00 - Welcome, and introducing Dr Sarah Rudebeck01:23 - Sarah's background and her work in the NHS02:43 - Why memory can feel reliable in conversation but fail under pressure05:50 - What working memory actually is08:36 - What happens during a neuropsychological assessment12:21 - How working memory difficulties show up in children at school14:41 - Why working memory cannot be trained like a muscle19:44 - Everyday examples: parenting, school admin and household overwhelm24:38 - Why so many of us overbuy rather than under-organise29:31 - Using your strengths to work around your weaknesses32:01 - How the gap in NHS support led Sarah to create Recallify46:33 - Sarah's free trial offer for listenersThis week's episode is sponsored by elete, a simple way to support your hydration by adding essential electrolytes to the water you're already drinking. So many of us get completely absorbed in a task and forget to drink anything for hours, then wonder why we feel foggy or flat later in the day. Elete is sugar-free, with no artificial sweeteners or unnecessary additives, and it's trusted by health-conscious families, athletes and wellness professionals alike. Head to eletewater.co.uk and use the code WWP20 for an exclusive 20% listener discount.Links and Resources:Find my popular ADHD workshops and resources on my website [here].Follow the podcast on Instagram: @adhd_womenswellbeing_podVisit Recallify's website: recallify.aiConnect with Recallify on Instagram: instagram.com/recallify.ai, Facebook and LinkedInEmail Sarah's team for a free one-month trial of Recallify; each voucher is unique so you'll need to get in touch directly: info@recallify.aiKate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed women with ADHD find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity, and clarity.

Have you ever felt like you're carrying the invisible weight of your family while quietly wondering, “When is it going to be my turn”? You're not alone. In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with psychologist, author, and mom Dr. Morgan Cutlip to unpack the mental load so many women carry every single day.  We talk about why moms so easily lose themselves in the demands of family life, how guilt and impossible expectations keep us stuck, and why waiting for permission to prioritize yourself often means waiting forever.  Dr. Morgan shares practical, grace-filled strategies for communicating your needs, setting healthy boundaries, navigating the emotional labor of motherhood, and redefining what self-care really looks like beyond bubble baths and spa days. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by summer schedules, struggling with mom guilt, or simply craving a little more peace in the middle of the chaos, this conversation is full of encouraging reminders and simple, actionable tweaks that will help you reclaim your momentum, one small step at a time. Mentioned in This Episode:

On She Built It®, Amy Briggs, a pediatric speech and language pathologist turned tech founder, shares how a clinical career spent supporting families revealed an invisible problem: the mental load of modern parenthood. That insight became Aviva, an AI-powered app that takes over family scheduling logistics so parents can put the phone down and actually be present.Amy walks through why she chose scheduling as her starting vertical, how she built a tool people trusted enough to hand over their inboxes and calendars, the bootstrapped and disciplined way she's grown Aviva through word of mouth, and how she protects her own presence and joy while building a company from scratch.This conversation is for any founder building from lived experience, and for any parent who has ever felt like the only person holding the family calendar together.Connect with us:Aviva WebsiteAviva LinkedInAviva InstagramAmy Briggs LinkedInAviva: The Family Calendar AI - Google Play StoreAviva: The Family Calendar AI - App Store for iPhoneWork with She Built It® Media She Built It® Instagram She Built It® CEO, Melanie Barr InstagramMelanie Barr LinkedInShe Built It® LinkedIn

Are you a grandparent raising grandchildren, carrying the silent weight of anger, resentment, or shame from a family crisis? Have you been told to “just forgive” but found that advice hollow, leaving you alone with pain that keeps resurfacing? Does your anger feel like a protective shield—yet you secretly yearn for true relief, clearer connection, and more energy to nurture those in your care?I'm Laura Brazan, and like you, I've wrestled with the burdens of kinship caregiving, often mistaking fury for healthy boundaries—until it clouded even the brightest moments with my grandchildren. Through raw honesty and real-world practice, I discovered that forgiveness isn't about excusing harm, but reclaiming personal peace and power.Welcome to 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity.' In this episode, forgiveness expert Katherine Giovanni reveals a groundbreaking, practical path for kinship caregivers. Together, we'll dismantle the myth that you have to rush forgiveness, and instead, gently learn to process hurt through a proven step-by-step system. You'll hear how releasing anger—starting with the “easy” daily irritations—can lift the fog not only from your mind but from generations to come.For more information about Katharine and her work, I encourage you to visit her website. Download her free foregiveness audit worksheet here!Through expert guidance and lived experience, we'll explore authentic strategies for healing emotional wounds, teaching forgiveness to grandchildren, and ending the cycle of intergenerational trauma. If you're ready to stop passing down the burden and begin leading your family with renewed clarity, compassion, and resilience, you belong here.Join our supportive community and take the next step toward a brighter legacy—for yourself and those you love.Send us Fan MailAs a grandmother raising two grandchildren, one of my favorite things is watching them connect with the world around them. That's why I'm so in love with Dr. Dale Atkins new children's book "Dear Deer". Purchase directly through her website, Amazon or Barnes and Noble. Help our kids log off the screeens and tune back into the world! A grandmother raising grandchildren leaves a review and share her story and how every listener encourages her in her role as a kinship caregiver, one podcast at a time.Thank you for tuning into today's episode. It's been a journey of shared stories, insights, and invaluable advice from the heart of a community that knows the beauty and challenges of raising grandchildren. Your presence and engagement mean the world to us and to grandparents everywhere stepping up in ways they never imagined.Remember, you're not alone on this journey. For more resources, support, and stories, visit our website and follow us on our social media channels. If today's episode moved you, consider sharing it with someone who might find comfort and connection in our shared experiences.We look forward to bringing more stories and expert advice your way next week. Until then, take care of yourselves and each other.Want to be a guest on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity? Send Laura Brazan a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/grgLiked this episode? Share it and tag us on Facebook @GrandparentsRaisingGrandchilden Love the show? Leave a review and let us know!CONNECT WITH US: Website | Facebook 

If you have been feeling drained in your relationship and you cannot fully explain why, this episode might put words to it. Laura Danger breaks down invisible labor, the mental load, and the emotional weight so many people carry every day without it being seen, acknowledged, or shared. We talk about how that turns into resentment, burnout, and disconnection, and why so many women feel like they are doing everything while still being told it is not that big of a deal.ynamentalhealth.org

Can a celebrity really keep their family a secret in 2026? One very famous parent is believed to have two children that most people don't even know exist, or do they? Plus, it's school holidays, which means one thing: Dad-cation season. But after we witnessed one father do absolutely nothing on a long-haul flight while his partner did everything, we need to ask... are we still having the same parenting conversation? And finally, remember all the dumb things you said before you had kids? Turns out, pre-parenthood you was absolutely delusional. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media Reccos: Amelia recommends saying Mens World Cup instead of The World Cup Monz recommends her own Letters and Numbers Game Grace recommends Mini Zali Bags What To Listen To Next: Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud The Birthday Post That Sparked A Sharenting Debate The Royal School Run Is Just Like Yours & What Kids Think We Do All Day The One Word You Need To Stop Saying & Were 90s Mums 'All That'? 'Crying Cafes' & A Mother-In-Law Red Flag Signs You’re A Beta Mum & How To ‘Bounce Back’ The School Holiday Rule & The Big Bluey Stuff Up The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially Cancelled Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts What to read: 'I thought Toy Story 5 would be an easy family watch. It's a gut punch.' 'I've finally cracked the code to screen time, and it only took this one thing.' Think of the parents: 3 reasons taking your kid to playgrounds is an adult's worst nightmare. CLARE STEPHENS: A rude stranger, a note from a neighbour and the age of utter intolerance. GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester & Grace Rouvray Video Editor: Julian Rosario Associate Producer: Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you ever feel like you and your partner are parenting from completely different playbooks?You're not alone.In this episode, Lori sits down with registered clinical counselor, trauma-informed therapist, and author Martina Nova to discuss why parenting often uncovers differences couples never realized they had—and how to move from conflict to connection.Martina shares insights from her new book, Same Page Parenting, explaining that successful parenting isn't about agreeing on every decision. Instead, it's about understanding one another's experiences, values, childhood influences, and emotional needs.Together, they discuss: Why becoming parents often changes even the strongest relationships  The hidden impact of childhood experiences on the way we parent  Understanding and reducing the invisible mental load  How social media and modern parenting pressures affect today's families  Conversation starters that help couples reconnect instead of argue  Why curiosity is more powerful than trying to "win" parenting disagreements  Simple ways to begin feeling like a parenting team again One of Martina's favorite questions to ask couples is:"What part of parenting feels heaviest for you right now?"Sometimes one compassionate question can open the door to deeper understanding and stronger connection.If you've ever felt overwhelmed, misunderstood, or like you're carrying too much on your own, this conversation will remind you that healthy parenting starts with healthy communication.Text us your feedback or questions!Stay connected!Join us in The Supermom Society! Get all the details at thesupermomsociety.com!Get all our show notes, buy the book Secrets of Supermom, and more at our website: www.secretsofsupermom.comSecrets of Supermom on FacebookSecrets of Supermom on Instagram

Ihr Lieben, schnallt euch an. Alina kommt frisch aus dem Urlaub und fällt direkt mit der Tür ins Haus: Es war die Hölle. Denn Urlaub mit Kleinkind und Baby ist kein Urlaub – das ist Alltag an einem heißeren Ort, nur ohne eure Hilfsmittel und mit doppelt so vielen Wutausbrüchen. Wir reden Kneif-Attacken, selbstgebaute Poolzäune und 40 Grad Fieber pünktlich auf dem Rückflug. Spoiler: Am Ende heulen wir alle. Dazu: Fannys kleine Hype-Frau ("cooles Kleid, Mama!"), Alinas Umzug, Familienbett-Chaos mit Füßen im Gesicht – und dann wird's pikant: unterbrochener Pool-Sex, Kondom vs. Vasektomie und Fannys ehrliches Pillen-Update (drei Jahre keine Libido, was seit dem Absetzen zurück ist). Und das große Ding: Wir gehen 2026 auf TOUR – Berlin, Hamburg, Köln, München, ganz klein und intim. Details folgen, schreibt uns in die Kommentare, wo ihr uns sehen wollt! MOMSPLAINING: Euer ehrlosester Urlaubs-Fail oder Verhütungs-Drama? Schickt's an fanny@mamaleisa.de – wir lesen alles. Du bist schwanger und fühlst dich gerade überfordert, unsicher oder allein? Das Hilfetelefon „Schwangere in Not“ ist jederzeit für dich da – anonym, kostenlos und in 19 Sprachen. Du bist nicht allein: www.hilfetelefon-schwangere.de Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/mama_leisa Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio

Moms often carry an invisible weight: the mental load of managing family, work, and everything in between. This constant juggling can lead to feelings of overwhelm, frustration, and even victim mentality, making it hard to feel confident or move forward in your business and life.In this episode, I talk with life and mindset coach Zahra Premji about how moms can start to shift victim thinking and manage their mental load. We explore why moms often get stuck in overthinking and taking on too much responsibility at once, and how this pattern keeps you from taking aligned action. Zahra shares strategies for identifying the mental load, understanding where it comes from, and breaking the cycle so you can reclaim your energy, focus, and sense of control.For more information, transcript, and show notes, click here: jenna.coach/111 Join me for a free consultation by clicking here: https://mom.jenna.coach/apply You're invited to join us every 2nd Thursday for my free Mom Entrepreneurs Circle. Sign up here: https://mom.jenna.coach/circle Keep up with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-rykiel and Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jrykiel3 Connect with Zahra on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zahrapremjicoachingConnect with Zahra on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zahrapremjicoachingIf you enjoy the show, please follow, rate, review, and share the podcast! Your support helps the show reach moms just like you who are ready to quit their 9-to-5 in pursuit of a life and business they love. Click here for instructions on how to leave a review: https://jenna.coach/podcast/podcastlaunch

Motherhood has never come with more information, advice, and expectations than it does today. Every scroll through social media offers another parenting expert, another strategy, and another reminder of what we "should" be doing. While access to information can be helpful, it can also leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and wondering if we're ever doing enough.In this powerful conversation, Dr. Morgan Cutlip explores the invisible mental and emotional load that so many moms carry. From managing household responsibilities to regulating emotions, coordinating schedules, and trying to create the perfect childhood, the pressure can feel relentless.We discuss why comparison is a natural human tendency, how expectations formed throughout our lives can quietly shape our parenting, and why unmet expectations often become the roots of resentment. Dr. Morgan shares practical ways to have honest conversations with your partner about parenting pressures and the frustrations that keep surfacing.One of the most meaningful parts of this conversation is the idea of choosing a parenting anchor. Instead of trying to excel in every area, what if you focused on one thing that matters most in this season? Having an anchor gives us something steady to return to when the noise and expectations start pulling us in every direction.Most importantly, this episode is an invitation for moms to share their real stories. When we talk honestly about the challenges, frustrations, and growing pains of motherhood, we help other women realize they are not alone. The more we pull back the curtain on the realities of parenting, the less power shame, guilt, and comparison have over us.If you've ever felt weighed down by the mental load of motherhood, struggled with unrealistic expectations, or wondered if everyone else has it figured out, this conversation is for you. In This Episode We Discuss: The three zones of energy: physical, mental, and emotional Why emotional labor is often the most draining part of motherhood How information overload is making parenting feel harder Expectations, resentment, and relationship challenges after becoming parents Practical conversations couples can have about parenting pressures Choosing a parenting anchor for your current season The concept of intensive mothering and the guilt it creates Raising resilient kids without burning yourself out The power of sharing authentic stories and supporting one another Connect with Dr. Morgan Cutlip:  Website: Dr. Morgan Cutlip  Instagram: Dr. Morgan Cutlip | Mental Load, Marriage and Motherhood (@drmorgancutlip) Links Mentioned:  A Better Share: By Morgan Cutlip [book] Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself [book] The MomCo [mom ministry] Better Share  [quiz] Motherhood Reflection Guide [pdf] Related Episodes: Unpacking Moms' Mental Load :: Dr. Morgan Cutlip [Ep 503] From Overwhelmed to Anchored: Replacing the Lies of Motherhood with God's Truth :: Erica Gwynn [Ep 544] Organize Your Mental Load  :: Laurel Denise [Ep 444] Featured Sponsors:  LifePro: For a limited time, our listeners can get $20 OFF the Waver Vibration Plate plus Free Shipping with code [DMA] at lifeprofitness.com Square: If you're starting a business, or running one that deserves better tools, Square helps you sell, manage, and grow without slowing down. Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/dma. Run your business smarter with Square. Get started today. Green Chef: Head to Greenchef.com/50alone and use code 50alone to get fifty percent off your first month and then twenty percent off for two months.