299: Lighten Your Mental Load: Expert Tips from Dr. Morgan Cutlip on Finding Balance in Motherhood

Let’s talk about that feeling. The one where you're managing doctor's appointments, school events, birthday gifts, grocery lists, carpool logistics—and yet somehow, it still looks like you're "just" staying on top of life. But under the surface? It’s heavy. It’s exhausting. It’s invisible. In today’s conversation, I sat down with Dr. Morgan Cutlip (yes, again—and you’ll see why!) to talk about her brand-new book A Better Share and how we can finally name, understand, and redistribute the mental load many of us carry. We dive deep into what the mental load actually is (spoiler: it’s more than just remembering appointments), how it shows up in your everyday life, and how to finally start conversations with your partner that don’t end in frustration or tears. Even if you feel like you’ve already "tried talking about it," this episode offers powerful reframes, practical scripts, and gentle encouragement to keep going—because you deserve a life that doesn’t constantly feel like one giant to-do list. In this episode, we chat about: Why "just tell me what to do" misses the mark in partnerships The 3 overlapping types of tasks that make up the mental load (and why they’re so hard to delegate) The hidden cost of emotional labor in motherhood What to say when your partner gets defensive (and how to prep for the convo so you don’t spiral) How to ask for appreciation (and why that’s not needy—it’s necessary!) If you've ever felt like you're carrying too much—and no one quite sees it—this episode is a must-listen. 📘 Grab Dr. Morgan's brand-new book A Better Share https://a.co/d/alpGD4g It’s the handbook every couple needs to navigate modern family life with more clarity, teamwork, and peace. Trust me, you’ll want to highlight every page. Thanks so much for listening, and if this episode gave you an aha! moment, would you mind sharing it with a friend or leaving a quick review? It helps this little show reach more moms who need it. Ready, Set, Simplify Ready to Declutter Even More? Check Out These Resources: 🚀 Get FAST Results with My Free Guide: 75 Things to Declutter Right Now Need a quick win? This guide helps you clear space and see results fast. 📥 https://www.katyjoywells.com/declutter 📅 Join My Next 14-Day Challenge Declutter your home with me! We’re tackling clutter together for 14 days, one step at a time. 🚀 https://www.katyjoywells.com/email-clutter-crusher-challenge 💡 Work 1-on-1 With Me Need personalized support to simplify your life? Let’s create a plan that works for you. 💼 https://www.katyjoywells.com/innercircle 🏡 Get Your Personalized Home Management Blueprint Want a step-by-step plan to manage your home effortlessly? Let’s create your custom blueprint. 📝 https://www.katyjoywells.com/home-management-mastery 📲 Connect with Me on Instagram Follow me for daily decluttering tips, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes peeks into my life. 💛 https://www.instagram.com/katyjoywells

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You’ve decluttered before…so why does the mess keep coming back? You’ve done the checklists, the bins, the late-night cleanouts—only to find yourself right back where you started. It’s not your fault. You’ve just never been taught to declutter in a way that actually works long-term. The Maximized Minimalist is the go-to podcast for women ready to declutter their homes, lighten their mental load, and finally feel in control of their space—and their life. With over 5 million listens and a spot in the Top 50 global podcasts, host and holistic decluttering expert Katy Wells shares a fresh take on what it really means to clear the clutter—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Whether you’re: ✔️ Drowning in laundry and clutter ✔️ Feeling behind on everything (including your own to-do list) ✔️ Tired of organizing the same space over and over ✔️ Or just craving a calmer, more peaceful home This show will help you go from overwhelmed to in control—without the pressure to be perfect. Inside each episode, you’ll get: ✔️Practical strategies you can implement in 10 minutes or less ✔️Mindset shifts to help you let go (even of the sentimental stuff) ✔️Encouragement to quiet the guilt, the “what ifs,” and the mental load ✔️And simple systems to help you keep the progress going You might be wondering: “How do I get my family on board?” “What if I have emotional attachments to everything?” “Why do I declutter and it still doesn’t feel ‘done’?” “Can I really simplify when life feels so full?” These are the exact questions Katy answers every week—with honesty, real-life examples, and step-by-step guidance that actually works for busy families. Whether you’re deep in clutter or just craving a little more breathing room—you’re in the right place. 🎧 New episodes every Wednesday 🎁 Start simplifying with Katy’s FREE guide: https://www.katyjoywells.com/declutter 📲 Learn more at: https://www.katyjoywells.com Ready, Set, Simplify!