10 tips to ease the mental load

For those of you who have read our blog post on the mental load, you will certainly appreciate these 10 tips to ease it.

1. Acknowledging your distress

Well yes, to solve a problem, you first need to be aware… that there is a problem! And this moment of realisation is not necessarily straightforward for every woman. Acknowledging your distress is a first step towards relief!

2. Learning to delegate

Whether by delegating to people around you, or to a babysitter at the weekend for example! And that's not even mentioning delegating to your partner, as that should "normally" be a matter of common sense and a balanced organisation within the home.

3. Carving out time for yourself

Taking time for yourself is essential in order to live your life as a woman, and to be a fulfilled, calmer mum.

4. Making to-do lists

If you are not a big fan of lists, you might pull a face reading this. And yet, a to-do list is a great way to stay organised, to quantify tasks by number and by time!

5. Reorganising your daily routine

If your daily routine is not working for you, then change it! For example, you can plan your meals in advance to save time, as well as money.

6. Consulting a specialist

There is absolutely no shame in needing help. If you reach a point of overwhelm, take action before you become completely submerged. And sometimes, the people around you are not necessarily the best advisers. Consulting a specialist gives you an impartial perspective, and you might be surprised to find you enjoy it!

7. Learning to ask for help

Many women still find it difficult to ask for help. Whether from a partner or from those around you, it is important to be able to say when you are exhausted.

8. Being less demanding of yourself

Nothing will ever be perfect! And that is probably a good thing. You cannot control everything, at the risk of neglecting things that are far more important. Like your health, for instance!

9. Sorting through priorities and focusing on what matters

Old habits die hard. We are all more or less aware of this, yet we keep pressing forward with our heads down. Let's learn to distinguish what is important from what is not!

10. Tackling one task at a time

Are you familiar with the Pomodoro technique ? The goal is to multiply your productivity by focusing on just one task at a time. This is often applied at work, but it can also work wonders in everyday life!