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EPISODE · Dec 5, 2025 · 45 MIN

Emotional Labour, Midlife, And The Courage To Say No

from Say it Sister... · host Lucy Barkas & Karen Heras Kelly

Send us Fan MailWe explore the hidden costs of emotional labour, why midlife turns up the pressure, and how to share the load with clarity and care. Stories, science, and simple tools help you set boundaries, self-soothe, and redesign roles at home.• defining emotional labour and the invisible job description• midlife hormones shifting patience, clarity and resentment• conditioning that trains girls to caretaking roles• signs of emotional burnout and detachment• practical boundary-setting and the power of no• rituals for energy hygiene and self-soothing• redesigning roles with partners and co-parents• noticing everyday magic and micro-moments of supportIf you're loving this, please do share it with another sister. Like, leave comments, do what you can because the more you help us, the more amazing women we reachIf it moved you and made you think or made you feel seen, hit follow, share it with a sister, and leave us a reviewSend us a comment, ask a question, or suggest a topic. We would love to hear from you

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Send us Fan Mail We explore the hidden costs of emotional labour, why midlife turns up the pressure, and how to share the load with clarity and care. Stories, science, and simple tools help you set boundaries, self-soothe, and redesign roles at home. • defining emotional labour and the invisible job description • midlife hormones shifting patience, clarity and resentment • conditioning that trains girls to caretaking roles • signs of emotional burnout and detachment • practical boundary-sett...

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