Episode 167 - Why Can't We Just Ask for Help? The Real Cost of Household Independence

In today's episode, we delve into the transformative power of creating systems to manage household tasks. Elena sits down with Kelly Hubbell, the founder of Sage Haus, to explore how making invisible household tasks visible can improve relationships and quality of life. Kelly shares her personal experiences and offers practical tips, including a free quiz on her website that helps identify and prioritize household responsibilities. Together, they discuss the societal pressures to "do it all," the importance of asking for help, and the benefits of outsourcing tasks to reclaim time and mental space. Kelly's insights highlight how outsourcing doesn't just save time but also reduces mental load, freeing individuals to focus on what truly brings them joy. Tune in to discover actionable steps to manage your household efficiently and learn how to build a support system that aligns with your core values. Don't miss Kelly's inspiring stories and her roadmap to achieving a balanced and fulfilling life. Time Stamps: 00:00 Passionate professional creates systems to simplify life. 04:35 Women in dual income households endure burnout. 07:15 Children internalize everything; moms need support. 11:32 Delegate tasks to free up headspace. 13:30 Stigma and budget as barriers to outsourcing. 17:34 Engineers embrace structure and organization for efficiency. 19:36 Short quiz provides household time management dashboard. 23:00 Advising to apply work skills to relationships. 28:53 Helped multiple families with remote work schedules. 32:17 "Gig work boom benefits economy and individuals." 33:10 Frugal living options for long-term financial gains. 36:28 I prefer Instagram and my website, open to contact. Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyhubbell/ Visit her website: https://www.mysagehaus.com/ Free quiz: https://www.mysagehaus.com/register-free Follow Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Listen on: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-with-elena-agar/id1530850914 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UKh6dWcuQwJlmAOqD8wij