Marriage, Motherhood & The Mental Load: The Truth No One Talks About

Are you carrying the weight of an invisible workload in your relationship? Have you ever felt like you're "too much" for wanting more balance, equality, and respect in your partnership? In this episode, I sit down with Abby Eckel—a powerhouse advocate for women’s liberation and equality in marriage—to discuss the often-overlooked realities of modern relationships, the emotional and physical toll of an imbalanced partnership, and why so many women feel trapped in roles they never consciously signed up for.Abby shares eye-opening stats, powerful personal stories, and actionable insights on how to create a more equitable relationship (if your partner actually cares) and what to do if they don’t. We also dive deep into the hidden cultural conditioning that keeps women stuck, the real reason so many relationships fail, and how reclaiming your power isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.If you're ready to challenge the status quo, this episode is for you.🔹 What You'll Learn in This Episode:The shocking truth about how much additional labor women do in relationships—and why men don’t noticeWhy “Fair Play” isn’t always a fair solution and what to do insteadThe real reason some men will never change (and how to know if yours will)Why so many women suffer from autoimmune diseases, chronic stress, and burnout—and how relationships play a roleHow to have productive conversations about equality in relationships (without triggering defensiveness)The most important questions to ask before marriage and kids (that no one tells you to ask)Why staying in a bad relationship is often more harmful than leaving—and how to prepare for your exit if you’re stuck🔹 Resources Mentioned:Fair Play by Eve RodskyEmotional Labor by Rose HackmanThis American Ex-Wife by Liz LenzAbby’s content series on marriage & equality✨ Let’s keep the conversation going! Tag me on and Abby on Instagram @iamdeidresirianni  @abbyeckel and let us know your biggest takeaways from this episode.🎧 Listen Now, Leave a Review & Share with a Friend Who Needs This!