Being Needed Is Not the Same as Being Nourished
Episode 348 · 9 min · May 13, 2026
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This week we’re talking about something many women, moms, and caretakers quietly carry every single day: emotional overload. I’m diving into the neuroscience behind overstimulation, invisible labor, emotional depletion, and why so many women feel like they’re constantly needed… but rarely replenished. From “attention residue” and nervous system fatigue to the pressure of modern life and emotional

