It's About Time | Time Management & Productivity for Work Life & Balance Fair Play, Real Talk: How to Lighten Your Invisible Mental Load and Get the Support You Need at Home and Beyond featuring Katelyn Denning
Jun 16, 2025
Katelyn Denning, a certified life and executive coach specializing in the Fair Play Method, joins the conversation to discuss the invisible mental load often borne by busy parents. She shares strategies for making household responsibilities more visible and equitable. The dialogue includes insights on balancing careers and family life, integrating hobbies for self-care, and the importance of involving children in chores. Katelyn emphasizes effective communication and understanding personal strengths to foster shared responsibilities, enhancing overall well-being.
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Make Leisure Easy and Accessible
- Redefine leisure by incorporating easy-access hobbies like reading and knitting.
- Carry your hobby tools (e.g., Kindle, knitting bag) to fit moments of leisure into your day.
Bedtime Routine for Better Sleep
- Align your bedtime routine with your children's bedtime to build consistent sleep habits.
- Aim for 8 hours of sleep for better energy and productivity.
Caitlin's Breakdown and Brain Dump
- Caitlin once had a breakdown feeling overwhelmed juggling work, parenting, and home duties.
- Her husband suggested brain dumping all tasks on a list, revealing the hidden mental load to share.
