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Episode 2365:

Families thrive when household duties are shared equitably, yet moms often carry an outsized burden of “emotional labor.” Julie Morgenstern offers practical strategies for redistributing these tasks among all family members, emphasizing that running a household should be a communal responsibility. From tackling dinner dishes together to holding everyone accountable for their chores, she provides insightful ways to create a balanced and cooperative home life.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2018/9/19/how-to-re-distribute-household-logistics & https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2018/6/5/breakfast-dinner-bedtime-mastering-the-mindful-transition

Quotes to ponder:

"Sharing this one simple, daily chore is a gateway to sharing the burden of more complex responsibilities."

"This is about so much more than doing the damn dishes. It’s about families taking care of each other, by honoring your shared space, time and goals."

"The agreements are null and void if that happens. If someone skips out, the whole family suffers the consequences."

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