You can love your spouse and still feel overwhelmed by the unspoken responsibilities constantly running through your mind. The mental load is the invisible to-do list in your head—and when roles and responsibilities feel imbalanced, it can quietly erode connection, create resentment, and impact intimacy.
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Morgan Cutlip— author of the upcoming book A Better Share: How Couples Can Tackle the Mental Load—for one of the most important conversations couples need to have.
Together we explore:
• How to bring up the mental load in a way that unites you, not divides you
• A simple but powerful question your spouse can ask instead of getting defensive
• What unspoken resentment actually sounds like in day-to-day marriage
• The surprising link between mental overload and decreased intimacy
• And how to reset your roles and reconnect as a team
Whether you’re the one carrying the weight or you’re not even sure what the “mental load” really is—this episode will open your eyes and strengthen your marriage.
📚And make sure you order her amazing book right here!
Here’s Dr Morgan’s IG, too!
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