Why The Mental Load is Making You Sick (Episode 319)

Feb 25, 2025 | Podcast

In this episode, I’m unpacking a critical but often overlooked topic; how the unseen mental load is impacting your health. From managing household tasks to balancing caregiving responsibilities, women often carry an invisible burden that can directly contribute to hormonal imbalances, chronic stress, and illness.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the endless to-do list or struggled to find time for yourself, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • What the mental load really is and how it affects your body, hormones, and stress levels
  • Why women disproportionately carry the mental load and how this impacts chronic illness
  • Practical strategies to identify, share, and reduce the invisible labor in your life
  • The importance of boundaries and intentional agreements in household management
  • How to assess and rebalance the mental load with your partner

 

Episode Resources

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