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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the invisible yet relentless responsibilities that occupy your mind every single day? You’re not alone. In today’s insightful conversation, Dr. Alison welcomes psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Morgan Cutlip, author of a brand new book, A Better Share, to unpack the complexities of the mental load. Dr. Cutlip brings clarity and practical strategies to a topic that often creates tension and misunderstanding within families.
Together, they explore:
* The definition and dimensions of the mental load—physical, mental, and emotional.
* Why women typically bear more of this invisible labor.
* How to recognize signs of mental overload and prevent burnout and resentment.
* Practical, real-world solutions for effectively communicating and sharing responsibilities with your partner.
Have a question for Dr. Alison? Leave it here.
Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.
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Music by Andy Luiten
Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik
While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.
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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the invisible yet relentless responsibilities that occupy your mind every single day? You’re not alone. In today’s insightful conversation, Dr. Alison welcomes psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Morgan Cutlip, author of a brand new book, A Better Share, to unpack the complexities of the mental load. Dr. Cutlip brings clarity and practical strategies to a topic that often creates tension and misunderstanding within families.
Together, they explore:
* The definition and dimensions of the mental load—physical, mental, and emotional.
* Why women typically bear more of this invisible labor.
* How to recognize signs of mental overload and prevent burnout and resentment.
* Practical, real-world solutions for effectively communicating and sharing responsibilities with your partner.
Have a question for Dr. Alison? Leave it here.
Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.
If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love:
Thanks to our sponsors:
Music by Andy Luiten
Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik
While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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