Motherhood & Mental Health: Navigating the Mental Load- Ep#105

What if everything you do for your family—every task, every decision, every emotional and mental ounce of energy—was being carried by you without recognition? And what if this constant mental load was affecting not just your relationships but your own well-being? In today’s episode of Beyond Empty Nest, we’re diving into a powerful conversation about the invisible mental load of motherhood, its impact on our mental health, and how we can start lightening the load.Dr. Toni Warner, a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience, shares her expertise on how past experiences shape our approach to motherhood and how women, especially in midlife, can learn to lighten the mental load.She shares powerful insights on how to share the load, prioritize self-care, and regain balance. Tune in to hear Dr. Toni's expert advice and find out how you can take back control and ease the weight of motherhood. Don’t miss it!Your Dare for the Week ❤️Recognize ONE tendency where you fall on the more extreme(behavior), and ask…Is this working for me right now? If yes, great.  If NO then move to #2What is ONE small thing I could try differently?🤗 Take Jodi's Happiness Quiz and increase your level of happiness!Resources ReferencedRESET BookPodcastEBook - Get Discount using code JODIDARESFree Intentional SchedulerAbout Dr. ToniDr. Toni Warner is a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and professionals in diverse settings. As the founder of Authentically Me Psychotherapy, she specializes in complex relational trauma, anxiety and parenting support, using innovative methods like Brainspotting and psycho-somatic approaches. Through Bold & Balanced, her sister company, Dr. Toni offers mental health mentorship and education for organizations and high-achievers. A bestselling author of The Reset, she’s been featured on news media like FOX and ABC. As a mom of five and mental health advocate, Dr. Toni blends personal passion with professional expertise to help fellow parents and leaders merge high achievement with healing in a way that changes our relationships, our systems and our world for better, healthier lives.Connect With Dr. ToniWebsite | Bold & Balanced Coaching Website*****************************************************************************************Send me a quick note/message- what stood out in this episode! The Dare On Retreat- A Weekend to Return to Yourself!September 2026- Only 8 spots remain!  Click HERE.DISCLAIMER: The commentary and opinions available on this podcast are for informational and entertainment purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical, physical, or psychological advice. You should contact a trained medical professional before making any significant changes to your health and wellness routine and with respect to any particular issue or problem.