Episode 29: Exploring and Managing the Mental Load

Description

Episode Summary

In this episode of Sisters Social Call, Stacey and Krista dive into the concept of the "mental load"—the invisible backpack of responsibilities, to-dos, and reminders that many carry daily. They discuss how this load often disproportionately affects women, especially moms and caregivers, leading to stress and anxiety. The sisters share personal anecdotes about managing household tasks, meal planning, and the importance of communication in partnerships.

As always, they end their episode by checking in with each other through their Peaks, Pits, and Plans.

Keywords

Mental load, responsibilities stress management, household tasks, communication, meal planning, gender roles, division of labour, partnership

Chapters

0:00 Introduction and defining the mental load

2:12 Stacey's mental load to do list

4:37 Krista's mental load is different

6:58 Stacey explores her mental load and whether changes can be made

9:37 Different personalities operate differently

12:08 Giving up control

13:08 Sharing the the mental load

18:40 Peaks, pits, and plans