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The Quiet Burnout of Midlife Women: Carrying the Mental Load
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In this episode, Kim and Vicki talk about the mental load many midlife women carry... the constant planning, remembering, and managing of everything behind the scenes of daily life. From meals and schedules to vacations and family logistics, being the household “project manager” can quietly lead to burnout.
They unpack why phrases like “just make me a list” can add to the burden, how perimenopause and shifting hormones can amplify stress and resentment, and the signs that your mental load may be overflowing.
You’ll also hear practical ways to lighten the load like sharing…
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