Ep. 119 The Reality of Mental Load in Marriage and Motherhood with Paige Connell

The Beautiful Grit

The Reality of Mental Load in Marriage and Motherhood with Paige Connell In this raw episode of the Beautiful Grit Podcast, Paige Connell, creator of She is a Paige Turner, discusses what mental load means, and how it shows up for women in marriage, and motherhood. Paige shares her story of her breaking point, the part she played in her burnout, embracing life’s unexpected plot twists, and the resilience she discovered as a result. Through her viral insights on the invisible labor women shoulder at home and the policies needed to support working families, Paige has sparked national conversations on gender equity, the mental load of motherhood, and the urgent need for affordable childcare and paid leave. As a working mother of four, Paige has built a powerful community of over half a million followers by sharing relatable, thought-provoking content about the realities of modern motherhood. Paige is a passionate advocate for childcare and paid family leave, working closely with organizations like Care.com, Moms First, Fair Play, Caring Across Generations, Mother Forward, and more. Paige shares her journey of personal transformation, the lessons she’s learned through life’s challenges, and how she helps others rewrite their narratives with courage and authenticity. Through her work, she empowers women to turn the pages of their lives with confidence and grace. We discuss: What is mental load, and how do we determine what ours is How to set boundaries to support our mental load limits and mental health Paige’s journey to creating She is a Paige Turner and what it means to own your story How to navigate life’s transitions with resilience and self-trust The power of storytelling in personal growth and healing Practical ways to rewrite limiting beliefs and step into your true self This episode is for anyone standing at a crossroads, ready to embrace change, or looking for inspiration to turn the page on a new chapter. Paige’s wisdom is a reminder that our stories are still being written—and we hold the pen. Our Guest: Paige Turner Website: https://www.sheisapaigeturner.com/ Instagram: @sheisapaigeturner Paige's Free Guide: https://paigeconnell.myflodesk.com/freeguide About Gwen: Website: https://www.gwendittmar.com Instagram: @gwendittmar Upcoming Breathwork Certifications: East Coast April-May-June and Virtual Sep-Oct-Nov https://www.gwendittmar.com/activation-training Use code PODCAST25 for $25 off Expansion Membership includes monthly virtual events, and $20 off for upcoming events in San Antonio, Baltimore, and Philadelphia https://gwen-dittmar-consulting-inc.mn.co/plans/1486140?bundle_token=b41146dcb4550dd7325a05ee38eb41e5&utm_source=manual #TheBeautifulGrit #SheIsAPaigeTurner #PaigeConnell #Storytelling #Resilience #PersonalGrowth #mentalload #motherhoodmentalload #motherhoodburnout