Behind the Burnout: Mental Health’s Role in Emotional Eating & Fitness

Burned out but still trying to "do it all"? This episode is your permission slip to pause and prioritize your mental health.

I’m joined by Almost-Dr. Crystal Barrera to unpack the hidden forces sabotaging women’s wellness — from the invisible mental load to emotional eating and stress-related fitness plateaus.

#mentalhealth #motivational #girlboss

 

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

01:34 – What is mental load, really?

02:42 – How it sneaks into your daily life

07:29 – Emotional eating & mental health—what’s the link?

13:02 – Journaling & other ways to cope

18:00 – Meditation & mindfulness made simple

18:59 – Easy tips to lighten your mental load

19:18 – How to start your day with mindfulness

19:58 – Managing anxiety as you go about your day

20:26 – Ways to offload mental stress

20:54 – The struggle with perfectionism & self-talk

21:51 – Society’s expectations & gender roles—let’s unpack this

23:01 – Unequal division of labor & why it matters

24:48 – How mental load impacts relationships & intimacy

25:49 – The mind-body connection—how stress affects your health

28:59 – Getting to the root of the issue & practicing self-care

31:01 – Stories of empowerment & real-life experiences

34:05 – Final thoughts & what’s coming up next!

 

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