In our hectic everyday lives, many people carry an invisible burden that is often overlooked: the mental load. This mental stress encompasses the constant organization and coordination of tasks in professional and private life, which frequently lead to stress and exhaustion. Women are often particularly affected, taking on a large part of family organization in addition to their professional activities. The pressure of having to think about so many things simultaneously at work and at home, and being responsible for everything, negatively impacts health and financial situations. How can mental load be shared fairly?

Workshop Contents

• Introduction to the concept of mental load: What is mental load and how does it develop?
• Self-reflection: Analysis of one’s own mental burdens and their effects on well-being
• Communication and delegation: Effective techniques for fairly distributing tasks and improving communication within the family or team
• Stress management: Practical exercises and methods for coping with stress and promoting resilience

The event is part of the series “No worries?! An information and exchange series on care work and university , organized by the Equality and Diversity Office in close cooperation with the Family Services Center of Personnel Development.