Send us a text This week, we’re talking about the mental load of gift giving — and how to make it meaningful without the guilt, pressure, or drama. From the emotional labor of shopping, wrapping, and remembering everyone’s favorites, to the art of giving gifts that actually land, we’re sharing our best hits (and a few epic misses — looking at you, “urine-be-gone”). We’ll walk through ideas for gifts that say “I see you” — from Fair Play bundles to self-care packages, stress-free travel plans,...
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Send us a text This week, we’re talking about the mental load of gift giving — and how to make it meaningful without the guilt, pressure, or drama. From the emotional labor of shopping, wrapping, and remembering everyone’s favorites, to the art of giving gifts that actually land, we’re sharing our best hits (and a few epic misses — looking at you, “urine-be-gone”). We’ll walk through ideas for gifts that say “I see you” — from Fair Play bundles to self-care packages, stress-free travel plans,...
How to Talk About the Mental Load Without Starting a Fight
The Mental Load Chronicles
30 minutes
1 month ago
How to Talk About the Mental Load Without Starting a Fight
Send us a text If you’ve ever tried to talk about the mental load and ended up in a full-blown argument — this one’s for you. We’ve been there. More than once. In this episode, we get brutally honest about what didn’t work (spoiler: “you never do anything” is not a winning opener) and what finally did. It’s equal parts laughter, therapy flashbacks, and practical advice for anyone who’s ever reached their breaking point over the mental load. It’s real, raw, and maybe a little too relatable. Wh...
The Mental Load Chronicles
Send us a text This week, we’re talking about the mental load of gift giving — and how to make it meaningful without the guilt, pressure, or drama. From the emotional labor of shopping, wrapping, and remembering everyone’s favorites, to the art of giving gifts that actually land, we’re sharing our best hits (and a few epic misses — looking at you, “urine-be-gone”). We’ll walk through ideas for gifts that say “I see you” — from Fair Play bundles to self-care packages, stress-free travel plans,...
