EPISODE · Aug 21, 2026 · 8 MIN
It Shouldn't Be This Hard
from It's Your Break · host It's Your Break
Why does it feel like modern life comes with an instruction manual that's 500 pages long? 😵💫 This week, Jonathan Mertz tackles the "complexity creep" in our daily lives. From managing an endless list of unique passwords to the absurdity of filling out the same medical forms for the tenth time, we’re looking at why things are so difficult and—more importantly—how we can make them easier. In this episode: The reality of password security and 2FA. The "absurd" documentation requirements in healthcare. A "vent session" on car buying, passports, and subscription cancellations. Pro-tips on using education and organization to reclaim your time. Take a break from yourself and reset with us. Connect with It’s Your Break: Follow us on Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube @itsyourbreak. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review!
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