Ryan Wynder
Ryan Wynder
Episode #107 - The Invisible Burden: Mental Load
Episode #107 - The Invisible Burden: Mental Load
Episode #107 - The Invisible Burden: Mental Load
Tuesday 30th January 2024
Ryan Wynder of 'The Vegas Therapist' sheds light on the mental load in relationships, sharing tips to ease this invisible burden for stronger partnerships.
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Episode Overview
- Mental load refers to the unseen burden of managing tasks and responsibilities in relationships
- Primarily shouldered by women, the mental load impacts emotional well-being and creates immense stress
- Men can alleviate the mental load by understanding, taking initiative, and clear communication
- Host Ryan Wynder shares a personal experiment aimed at reducing the mental load in his own relationship
- Understanding and addressing the mental load can strengthen relationships and create more meaningful connections
I think there's something we can work on, something we can improve on. Maybe just try the experiment, try to see what you can do to be better at reducing the mental load in your partner.
Ever feel like you're juggling a thousand things at once? In this episode of 'The Vegas Therapist', Ryan Wynder dives into the often-overlooked concept of mental load. This invisible burden, typically shouldered by women, involves the constant effort of managing work, relationships, family, and household tasks. Ryan breaks down the mental load into four key parts: anticipate, identify, decide, and monitor. By understanding these elements, couples can work together to ease this cognitive strain.
Ryan also shares his personal experiment in reducing the mental load in his own relationship, offering practical tips and insights. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to foster stronger, more balanced partnerships through better awareness and communication.