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EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 14 MIN

The Mental Load Doesn’t Take a Summer Vacation

from Behind Every Great Man · host Jessica Zubchevich

Summer is supposed to feel relaxing, but for many mothers, it quietly becomes one of the heaviest mental load seasons of the year. In this episode, I talk about what really happens when school ends and the structure holding family life together suddenly disappears. From camps and routines to pressure, comparison, marriage dynamics, and the invisible planning happening in a mother’s mind, we unpack why summer can feel so overwhelming and why slowing down may actually be what our children need most. This episode is a reminder that you do not have to create a perfectly curated summer to be a good mother. Sometimes less truly is more.Learn more:Jessica: Instagram | WebsiteIf you enjoyed this episode, then please either:Follow, rate, and review on Apple PodcastsFollow and rate on SpotifyWatch our videos on our YouTube Channel!Connect with us on Instagram! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Summer is supposed to feel relaxing, but for many mothers, it quietly becomes one of the heaviest mental load seasons of the year. In this episode, I talk about what really happens when school ends and the structure holding family life together suddenly disappears. From camps and routines to pressure, comparison, marriage dynamics, and the invisible planning happening in a mother’s mind, we unpack why summer can feel so overwhelming and why slowing down may actually be what our children need most. This episode is a reminder that you do not have to create a perfectly curated summer to be a good mother. Sometimes less truly is more.Learn more:Jessica: Instagram | WebsiteIf you enjoyed this episode, then please either:Follow, rate, and review on Apple PodcastsFollow and rate on SpotifyWatch our videos on our YouTube Channel!Connect with us on Instagram! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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