Are you carrying the invisible mental checklist for your entire household? The dentist appointments, birthday parties, meal plans, groceries, and don’t forget the toilet paper. 😅

In this episode, host Mel Stephens opens up about the mental load women often carry. And when hormones shift and stress tolerance drops, the weight of doing it all can feel even heavier.

Tune in to hear how mental load impacts your wellbeing and walk away with five practical ways to lighten it. From outsourcing tasks to teaching your kids responsibility and learning to communicate your needs, this episode is your permission slip to put yourself back on the list.

00:20 Understanding the Mental Load

01:45 Impact of Mental Load on Wellbeing

02:58 Changing Your Mindset

04:18 Five Strategies to Reduce Mental Load

04:29 Delegation and Outsourcing

06:28 Teaching Responsibility

07:31 Getting Organized

09:02 Prioritizing Self-Care

09:47 Importance of Communication

11:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts