Mental Load

Practical frameworks to manage overwhelm, share household cognitive work fairly, and create space in your overscheduled life. Based on research from Eve Rodsky and cognitive load science."

Mental Load

The Invisible Load Map: See What You're Really Carrying

Feb 4, 2026

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11 min read

The Invisible Load Map: See What You're Really Carrying

You're exhausted but can't explain why your to-do list isn't that long. Learn how to map the invisible cognitive and emotional load you're carrying – and finally share the worry, not just the work.

Michael

Mental Load

The "Digital Sunset": A Simple Routine for Better Sleep

Nov 8, 2025

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7 min read

The "Digital Sunset": A Simple Routine for Better Sleep

Learn why the last hour before bed matters more than you think – and how a simple, screen-free wind-down can help reset your body's natural sleep signals.

Michael

Mental Load

The Physiological Sigh: A Science-Backed Tool to Calm a Racing Mind in Seconds

Oct 5, 2025

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3 min read

The Physiological Sigh: A Science-Backed Tool to Calm a Racing Mind in Seconds

Learn a simple, two-step breathing technique, grounded in the neuroscience of Dr. Andrew Huberman, to rapidly reduce stress and anxiety.

Michael

Mental Load

The Invisible Load Map: See What You're Really Carrying

The "Digital Sunset": A Simple Routine for Better Sleep

The Physiological Sigh: A Science-Backed Tool to Calm a Racing Mind in Seconds

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