Why You Keep Fighting Over “Nothing”: The Truth About the Mental Load

If you’ve ever felt like you and your partner keep arguing over the tiniest things—like chores, schedules, or who forgot to buy the milk—this episode is for you.Chelsea dives into the hidden force behind those “small” arguments: the mental load. This is the often-invisible labor of planning, anticipating, and managing the needs of a home and family—work that disproportionately falls on women. And when it goes unacknowledged, it leads to resentment, burnout, and constant tension.Inside this episode, you’ll learn:Why small fights often stem from unspoken emotional and cognitive laborHow the mental load shows up in modern partnerships (and why it's so hard to talk about)Real, no-fluff strategies for redistributing responsibilities without micromanagingHow weekly check-ins can prevent resentment from building over timeIf you’re ready to shift from quiet frustration to collaborative conversations, this episode will help you take the first step toward a more balanced and connected partnership.🎁 Grab my free Relationship Jumpstart BundleIncludes conversation starters to address the mental load and open up deeper connection:👉 chelseaskaggs.kit.com/relationship-jumpstart

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