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71: Could Lightening Your Mental Load be the Secret to Ending Overwhelm?

71: Could Lightening Your Mental Load be the Secret to Ending Overwhelm?

Update: 2025-03-26
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Ever feel like your mind is juggling a thousand things and you’re still forgetting something? That’s the invisible mental load — and it’s draining your energy more than you realize. In this episode of Work it, Live it, Own it!, we’ll dive deep into what the invisible load really is, why decision fatigue is holding you back, and how you can free up mental space to thrive both at work and at home.

I’m sharing real-life examples, personal stories, and simple strategies you can start using today. Whether you’re an educator, entrepreneur, or busy professional, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you reduce overwhelm and reclaim mental clarity.


In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  • What the invisible mental load looks like in daily life
  • How decision fatigue sneaks in and zaps your energy
  • The signs you’re carrying too much mental weight
  • Real examples from educators and professionals
  • How I personally manage the invisible load
  • Simple, actionable strategies to reduce mental clutter and make room for creativity and joy


Takeaway Tips:

  • Create default decisions for small tasks
  • Batch and automate routine work
  • Practice daily brain dumps and mental offloading
  • Delegate tasks at work and at home
  • Set decision-free times to recharge


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71: Could Lightening Your Mental Load be the Secret to Ending Overwhelm?

71: Could Lightening Your Mental Load be the Secret to Ending Overwhelm?