Navigating the Mental Load with Paige Connell:

In this episode of the Date Night Confessions podcast, hosts Zak and Michele introduce their transformative breathwork workshop and feature a special guest, Paige Connell. Paige, a working mother of four known for her relatable social media content on motherhood, career, and relationships, discusses the mental load that women often bear. The conversation delves into gender roles, societal expectations, and ways to foster gender equity at home and work. Paige shares her personal story and offers strategies for couples to manage household responsibilities more equitably. The episode also addresses broader topics such as affordable childcare, the economic impact on families, and redefining modern masculinity. The show concludes with tips on how to communicate about the mental load effectively with a partner.

00:00 Introduction and Workshop Invitation

00:30 Welcome to Date Night Confessions

00:59 Meet Paige Connell

01:47 Understanding the Mental Load

04:39 Paige's Personal Journey

07:55 Societal Expectations and Gender Roles

12:59 Breaking the Cycle

14:21 Parenting and Gender Norms

17:55 The Nag Paradox

26:39 Reassessing Modern Roles

30:26 The Value of Participating in Childcare

32:21 Childcare as a Women's Issue

33:18 The Financial Burden of Childcare

35:39 Long-term Impacts on Women's Careers

39:34 The Cost of Childcare Beyond Early Years

45:22 Encouraging Emotional Expression in Boys

54:23 Addressing the Mental Load in Relationships

59:08 Conclusion and Resources

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