The Sensitivity Doctor

Dr. Jessica Higgins On Mastering Mental Load for Empowered Relationships

Episode Summary

Dr. Jessica Higgins, empowered relationship psychologist and host of the Empowered Relationship Podcast, joins us today to talk about the navigating the Mental Load in relationships.

Episode Notes

We explore the concept of mental load in long-term relationships and how it can become imbalanced with our guest, empowered  relationship psychologist and host of the Empowered Relationship Podcast, Dr Jessica Higgins.

Key Takeaways

• Defining Mental Load.
• Defining Mental Load in Long-Term Relationships
• The Impact of Imbalanced Mental Load.
• The Role of Highly Sensitive People in Carrying Mental Load.
• Balancing Narrative Roles to Reduce Mental Load.
• Understanding and Balancing Mental Load in Relationships.
• Exploring Gender Dynamics and Mental Load.
• Strategies for Balancing Mental Load.
• Creating Equitable Relationships.
• Effective Communication for Addressing Mental Load.

Links to Dr. Jessica Higgins:

Shifting Criticism Guide | Empowered Relationship Podcast 

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