‘A reassuring manifesto on the role of women today’ - Dawn O’Porter

‘This book − and Cat Sims generally − helps me to breathe a bit easier. My shoulders drop, my jaw relaxes, and I know everything is going to be OK.’ - Bryony Gordon

The mental load isn’t just about doing all the tasks. The mental load is constantly thinking about having to do all the tasks, and then, when you forget to do some of the tasks, the mental load is also about beating yourself up about that, while still trying to keep in mind all the other things you need to do.

The mental load. Emotional labour. The invisible burden – whatever you call it, every woman is familiar with the neverending list of things to do that exists in their mind. This noise that plays on a constant loop is impacting the mental health of women everywhere.

Writer, content creator, podcaster, wife and mum Cat Sims describes the devastating impact the mental load had on her own happiness, mental health, and marriage. After having children, the unequal division of responsibility in her household became very apparent. Her desperate efforts to be the perfect wife and mother left her mentally, emotionally, and physically exhausted – ultimately leading her to addiction and a crisis point in her marriage.

With eye-opening honesty and her trademark dry humour, Cat tells the story of her relationship with the mental load and, in turn, offers a blunt but ultimately hopeful assessment of society and women’s experience of it. This essential book will promote honest conversations, help you feel less alone, and give you the confidence to invite your loved ones to share the mental load.

Pages: 288

Year of Publication: 0703

Dimensions: 13.5x13.5cm