75. What We Wish Our Partners Knew About the Mental Load - And How to Truly Support Us

Having the mental load conversation is about as fun as stepping on LEGO barefoot. You want to explain how much you're carrying, but suddenly you’re “nagging.” You try to share how exhausted you are, and now you’re “overreacting.” Meanwhile, your partner is confused, defensive, and wondering why the conversation about the car getting booked in for a service turned into an existential crisis.Yeah. This episode is for you.PLUS get your episode companion guide for $10 – packed with scripts, validation strategies, and advanced tools to turn resentment into real partnership and shift from "helping" to truly sharing the load. It includes the full episode transcript. Your support keeps this podcast going! Download here. 💛What We’re Covering:How to talk about the mental load without it ending in a full-blown argumentThe difference between helping and sharing responsibility What NOT to say unless you enjoy stony silence and tears.How to validate your partner (because “just make a list” is not the answer)Why one of you is focused on surviving today, while the other is planning a retirement in 2047Resentment doesn’t mean your relationship is broken - it just means something needs to shift before you completely lose your mind.Share with your partner or just casually leave this episode playing at full volume while they’re in the room. 😏RESOURCES MENTIONED: Ep 58 - Here’s What Your Partner Needs You to Know About ADHDEp 69 - Why Mums Are Always the Backup Plan Ep 71 - 7 Brutally Honest Reasons ADHD Mums Stay Silent About the Mental Load Ep 73 - Making the Invisible Mental Load VisibleThe Gottman Institute Family Meeting TemplateJOIN THE COMMUNITY:Have questions or want to connect with other ADHD mums? Join our supportive Facebook group here and dive into the conversation. No question is too small, and I love answering in a group format!FOLLOW FOR MORE:Get daily tips, insights, and relatable content for ADHD mums by following me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok or

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