111. It's Not You, It's the Norms in Your Household: How to Let Go of What We've Been Taught to Carry with Kate Mangino

In this episode of Embracing Enough, we’re digging into a truth too many women know but rarely name: what’s happening at home doesn’t stay at home.The mental load, the invisible labor, the pressure to be everything for everyone—it doesn’t just live in the kitchen or the carpool lane. It bleeds into how we lead, how we love, and how we measure our own worth.This week, Dina is joined by author Kate Mangino, whose book Equal Partners: Improving Gender Equality at Home offers both a wake-up call and a blueprint for change. Together, they explore how perfectionism and people-pleasing are deeply rooted in the way we’re taught to care—and overcare—for others. And how it can hold us back from leading authentically. You’ll hear about:How “being the default” at home leads to burnoutWhy men often dismiss women’s household labor as “extra”What true partnership looks like without martyrdomWhy true partnership is good for men, too!And how to start unlearning the systems that keep us stuckIf you've ever wondered why “doing it all” feels so exhausting—it’s because it is. This conversation will help you name it, question it, and start to shift it. Kate also shares about a very exciting new workshop being held later in 2025 called ⁠MOVE Your Marriage⁠: a 1.5 Day“WeTreat” for dual career couples. It’s a first of its kind workshop to tackle some of the most pressing issues couples face when juggling career, kids, and money. Spots are limited - and Kate promises a special discount for my listeners! If you're interested, fill out a ⁠form⁠ and tell them - Dina sent you!******Ready to dive deeper? If you're ready to stop chasing someone else's definition of success and start creating your own, you don' t have to do it alone. Whether it's ⁠⁠1:1 coaching⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠The Leadership Lab⁠⁠ there's a space for you to step into your power and lead with confidence.And to get you started, I've got a free resource just for you! Download the Unstoppable Leaders Blueprint to help you kick perfectionism to the curb and lead with bold, grounded confidence. Grab it now at the⁠⁠ link⁠⁠.🔗 Listen in. Take notes. And remind yourself: you don’t have to be perfect—you just have to be real.