Everything You Think You Know About the Mental Load is Wrong with Leah Ruppanner

Leah Ruppanner, a sociologist and the author of Drained, joins Anita and Zara to discUss the complexities of mental load.In this conversation, Leah debunks common misconceptions and explains how emotional thinking work impacts burnout and gender norms. This conversation offers research-backed insights and practical advice for understanding and managing mental load in everyday life.In this episode we cover:Mental load as emotional thinking workThe eight types of mental loadGender differences in mental loadImpact of social norms on mental loadStrategies to manage and reduce mental loadChapters00:00Understanding the Mental Load04:44The Emotional Aspect of Mental Load09:13Gender Dynamics in Mental Load13:43The Importance of Acknowledgment18:36Navigating Modern Challenges23:14The Future of Mental Load Awareness26:10Navigating the Mental Load of Modern Motherhood29:49The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health33:38Understanding and Managing Mental Energy36:54Intergenerational Perspectives on Mental Load43:08Finding Balance and Permission to RestThanks for listening to The Millennial Sandwich! Don't forget to follow, subscribe and connect with us on social media