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Mental Load

The "Mental Load" category addresses the invisible cognitive and emotional responsibilities of managing daily life. Explore strategies for balancing tasks, improving time management, sharing responsibilities, and reducing burnout. Whether at work or home, this category offers practical advice to lighten the mental burden and promote well-being.

Mental Load 101: Why You’re So Exhausted Even When Nothing’s ‘Wrong’

Mental Load 101: Why You’re So Exhausted Even When Nothing’s ‘Wrong’

Mental Load 101: Why You’re So Exhausted Even When Nothing’s ‘Wrong’

You’re not lazy. You’re carrying invisible responsibilities 24/7. Here’s what the mental load is, how it works, and how to finally share it.

Sophia Whitehouse

Jul 72 min read

Millennial Stress vs. Gen X Stress: Are We Really More Overwhelmed?

Millennial Stress vs. Gen X Stress: Are We Really More Overwhelmed?

Millennial Stress vs. Gen X Stress: Are We Really More Overwhelmed?

Millennials get a bad rap for being “so stressed”—but is it actually worse than Gen X’s stress? Let’s unpack the case for generational overw

Sophia Whitehouse

Apr 213 min read

The Art of Setting Boundaries: Protect Your Peace Without Guilt

The Art of Setting Boundaries: Protect Your Peace Without Guilt

The Art of Setting Boundaries: Protect Your Peace Without Guilt

Setting boundaries isn’t selfish—it’s self-care. Learn how to set limits without the guilt and reclaim your peace of mind. 💚✨ #HealthyBound

Sophia Whitehouse

Apr 112 min read

Burnout: How to Bounce Back Without Losing Your Mind

Burnout: How to Bounce Back Without Losing Your Mind

Burnout: How to Bounce Back Without Losing Your Mind

Feeling fried? Here’s a no-nonsense guide to escaping burnout’s clutches without running away to a deserted island.

Sophia Whitehouse

Apr 22 min read

The Mental Load: What It Is and How to Lighten It

The Mental Load: What It Is and How to Lighten It

The Mental Load: What It Is and How to Lighten It

The mental load: the invisible to-do list living in your brain rent-free. Here’s how to recognize it, share it, and lighten it.

Sophia Whitehouse

Apr 14 min read

Balancing Work and Parenting as a Millennial: How to Do It Without Losing Your Mind

Balancing Work and Parenting as a Millennial: How to Do It Without Losing Your Mind

Balancing Work and Parenting as a Millennial: How to Do It Without Losing Your Mind

Work-life balance? Try work-life chaos. Here’s how millennials can juggle jobs, kids, and self-care without losing their sanity (or Wi-Fi).

Sophia Whitehouse

Mar 314 min read

The Mental Load Is Killing Me: Why You Feel Exhausted Even When You’ve Done Nothing “Big”

The Mental Load Is Killing Me: Why You Feel Exhausted Even When You’ve Done Nothing “Big”

The Mental Load Is Killing Me: Why You Feel Exhausted Even When You’ve Done Nothing “Big”

You’re not lazy—your brain’s just overworked. Here’s why “mental load” drains you and how to share the invisible work with your partner.

Sophia Whitehouse

Mar 254 min read

The Mental Load & Emotional Labor: A Complete Breakdown of Who Does What 🏠🧠

The Mental Load & Emotional Labor: A Complete Breakdown of Who Does What 🏠🧠

The Mental Load & Emotional Labor: A Complete Breakdown of Who Does What 🏠🧠

The mental load & emotional labor keep households running, but often fall on one partner. Here’s a full list to divide the work fairly.

Sophia Whitehouse

Nov 23, 20213 min read

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