The Mental Load We Carry

In this episode of Patience in Progress, we talk about the mental load, the invisible, exhausting work of managing life that so many women carry every single day. From being the household “CEO” to emotional labor, constant anticipation, and the resentment that builds when the load isn’t shared, we break down why this weight is so hard to explain and even harder to put down. We discuss relationships, parenting, boundaries, control, and what it actually looks like to release some of that pressure without guilt. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, unseen, or mentally exhausted even when you “should be resting,” this episode is for you.