If you’ve ever felt like your brain never shuts off, you’re not alone. Today, we’re unpacking the mental load: the endless planning, remembering, and anticipating that women carry every day.
I talk about how that invisible labor can take a real toll on our mental health, relationships, and sense of balance, and why simply naming it can be the first step to change. I also sit down with licensed clinical social worker Christina DeWitt from Hancock Health’s Connection Center to discuss what she’s seeing in her patients post-pandemic, plus strategies to start shifting the load.
You’ll walk away with practical tips for dividing responsibilities, setting boundaries, and finding space to recharge (even if it’s just a “timeout” on your back patio).
SOURCES:
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Research on Domestic Labor
Mayo Clinic: Center for Women’s Health
Indiana Commission for Women: IU National Center of Excellence in Women’s Health
