Andy Tegel
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The mental load is a bigger burden for some than others.
Usually, though not exclusively, women and mothers.
But we all stand to benefit by thinking critically about how we share the work in our homes.
Takeaway two, the mental load isn't just one thing.
There are eight different categories.
Break down the specifics of your mental load so you can start to talk about it and change what needs changing.
Takeaway three, interrogate the role you play in your household.
Have social norms positioned you to take on more or less work?
How does that feel?
Takeaway four, your time and energy are limited resources.
Treat them as such by doing a mental load audit.
Takeaway five.
Once you've whittled down how much of your mental load is necessary, look a little deeper.
Can any of that burden be shared?
Outsourced?
Don't be scared to get creative.
Takeaway six.
Let go of the tasks that are draining you.
Say no more often.
Then spend that surplus energy on yourself and your dreams.