Why You’re Exhausted (It’s Not What You Think): Overwhelm, Invisible Labor & Letting Go of Control
About this episode
This episode explores the reasons behind feelings of overwhelm and the mental load individuals carry, emphasizing that it's not about poor time management.
Send us Fan Mail You’re organized. Capable. You know how to “handle it all.” So why does it still feel like too much? In this episode of Clear & On Purpose, we’re unpacking the real reason you feel overwhelmed—and it’s not because you’re doing something wrong. If you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling too many decisions, carrying the mental load for everyone, or quietly tying your worth to how much you get done… this conversation will hit home. This isn’t about better time management...
People in this episode
Host: Christina Slaback
Topics covered
- overwhelm
- invisible labor
- mental load
- self-worth
- time management
Keywords
- exhaustion
- overwhelm
- mental load
- self-improvement
- control
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