It’s Not In Your Head – The Mental Load Is Real

The mental load isn’t just about a busy schedule.

It’s being the project manager of…

• Your job

• Your home

• Your life

You’re writing a work presentation

…but also thinking about:

• What’s for dinner

• The unread school email

• That convo you need to have with your partner

• The yoga class you forgot to book

• Those 30 emails staring at you from your inbox

It’s emotional labour.

It’s decision fatigue.

It’s the invisible jobs no one sees.

And the interesting part?

Your brain doesn’t separate “work” from “personal" tasks.

It processes a work deadline and a grocery list with the same amount of pressure.

So even when you think you’re focused…

You’re leaking energy into 10 open tabs in your mind.

You’re not imagining it.

This is why you’re so tired, and it’s not your fault.

If you’re ready to turn a corner in the second half of 2025, let’s do a Balanced Living session and re-look at your schedule and mental load.