Do you ever feel like you’re carrying it all—remembering, planning, coordinating, anticipating—and no one else seems to see it?
That feeling has a name: the mental load. And it’s not just overwhelming—it’s quietly straining your marriage.
In our latest episode of A Purpose Driven Marriage Podcast, we had the honor of talking with Dr. Morgan Cutlip, a nationally recognized relationship expert and author of the new book A Better Share: How Couples Can Tackle the Mental Load for More Fun, Less Resentment, and Great Sex. Dr. Morgan breaks down what the mental load really is, why women often shoulder the majority of it, and how couples can finally start sharing it more fairly.
“When things feel unfair in a relationship, resentment is just around the corner,” Dr. Morgan explains. “But it doesn’t have to stay that way.”
We explore how the mental load:
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Disrupts emotional and physical intimacy
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Leads to burnout and disconnection
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Turns wives into “managers” and husbands into “helpers”—instead of partners
But this episode isn’t just about naming the problem. It’s about healing and hope. You’ll learn:
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Why men often don’t see the mental load—and how to change that
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How to start the conversation without blame or shame
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What Dr. Morgan calls “the better way” to share household responsibilities
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How mental load is linked to your sex life—and how to restore intimacy
This is an honest, encouraging, and practical conversation that every couple should hear—especially if you’ve ever felt like you’re doing more than your share and it’s affecting your connection.
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