by TakeAMentalLoadOff
Social Media emphasizes partners sharing the mental load, but for military spouses, first responder spouses, or single mothers this isn’t always an option. We get the opportunity and challenge to decrease our OWN mental load. And if we’re lucky we have support from friends, family, your network and our own damn selves. Join us as we share personal triumphs and failures, finding our way together in taking a mental load off.
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April 29, 2025
Episode Summary:In this episode, Rachel and Shauna talk about a major mindset shift around letting go of the need to "judge" or control everything. Whether it's kids fighting, work stress, or imaginary deadlines we put on ourselves, we explore how stepping back can actually create more peace, connection, and personal growth. We also share real examples from our own lives, including parenting moments, professional challenges, and daily mental battles, and why choosing curiosity over control is so freeing. Timeline Summary:[1:12] - Shauna notices how often she unnecessarily steps in to "fix" her kids' conflicts[5:44] - Rachel shares a story about trusting her child’s ability to assess his own safety[10:30] - Why we don’t need to give kids a list of ideas when they say they're bored[14:25] - Shauna opens up about the burnout of trying to protect others from "bad" interpreters[18:02] - How trying to change someone’s opinion drains energy and creates resentment[21:30] - Practical ways we’re shifting from obligation to choice in everyday parenting Closing Remark:Thanks for listening! If today’s episode helped shift your mindset even a little, please take a second to rate, follow, share, and review the podcast. It really helps us keep these conversations going. See you next time!
April 21, 2025
Today Shauna is sharing a conversation she had with her 9-year-old that helped her explain what the mental load of motherhood really feels like—and how something that seems small can actually be a lot when it’s stacked on top of everything else. From prepping for church to managing her jam-packed family calendar, she opens up about the invisible work that often goes unnoticed and how we’re learning to communicate better as a family. We also talk about a recent miscommunication with Colby that turned into an important moment of growth for both of them—and a reminder that taking something off our plate isn’t as simple as it might look. If you’ve ever felt like everyone’s “shortcut,” this episode will hit home. Episode Highlights [1:12] - Explaining the mental load with a stack-of-paper analogy[4:50] - The invisible to-do list running through my brain on a typical Sunday[9:03] - Teaching kids to help without adding more to my plate[14:15] - How we’ve evolved our family calendar (and why I love the Skylight)[18:47] - The “just tell me” moment with Colby that led to a deeper convo[24:10] - Why being everyone’s go-to resource can feel more draining than helpful[28:35] - Lightening the mental load vs. stretching your capacity Links & Resources Skylight Calendar – Shauna's favorite family tool for syncing schedules, chores, and more If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to rate, follow, share, and review! Your support helps the podcast reach more moms (and dads!) doing the invisible work every day.
April 15, 2025
In this episode, we are sharing some of our favorite tools and strategies for building trust, responsibility, and emotional resilience in our kids—without shame or labels. From how Shauna uses her Skylight Calendar to manage chores and rewards, to navigating honesty, sneaky behavior, and those classic “he said, she said” moments, we're getting real about what’s working (and what definitely hasn’t). We’ll also dig into how lying is actually a developmental milestone (yep, for real), and how to have meaningful, shame-free conversations that build connection and long-term character. If you’ve ever wondered how to help your kids be more honest, while keeping the peace at home, this one’s for you. ⏱️ Episode Highlights [2:05] - Why we love the Skylight Calendar for family organization and chore tracking[6:40] - How our kids earn, spend, and (accidentally) hack their star rewards[11:55] - Lessons learned from sneaky behavior and “resetting” the system with consequences[17:10] - Why lying isn’t bad—it’s actually part of healthy brain development[23:20] - Tools we use to build trust, including our cotton ball trust jars[30:45] - How to call out behavior without shaming or labeling kids[38:10] - Finding everyday teachable moments and modeling emotional resilience If this episode made you think—or laugh—please follow, rate, and share it with a friend. Your support helps the show grow and helps more parents feel empowered in the messy middle of raising good humans. 💛
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