Does it ever feel like the mental load of home and family life is all on you? In this episode, productivity coach and Certified Fair Play Facilitator Valerie Recore shares practical ways to bring more balance and teamwork into your home — without walking on eggshells, nagging, or carrying the weight alone.

Valerie opens up about the moment she realized resentment was creeping in (yes, it involved dirty dishes!) and how she and her husband created a simple system that worked for both of them. She explains how the Fair Play Method helps couples define shared values, set clear standards, and divide household tasks more equitably.

You’ll walk away with tangible strategies for:

If you’ve ever wished your family could “just see” what needs to be done — this episode will help you start fresh with clarity, teamwork, and peace.

About Valerie:

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Resources Mentioned:

Fair Play by Eve Rodsky

Related Episodes:

Episode 117: Declutter the Mental Load of Motherhood by Following by 5-Step System

Episode 132: How to Diagnose and Fix Broken Rhythms At Work and Home - with Jeanette Tapley from the Moms at Work Podcast

Episode 16: “My Husband Doesn’t Want to Get Rid of Anything!” How to Get Your Spouse on Board with Decluttering in 5 Simple Steps

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