70. The Social Load: When One Partner Withdraws
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70. The Social Load: When One Partner Withdraws
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About this listen
We’ve talked about the mental load — but today we’re diving into another hidden pressure in relationships: the social load.
The social load includes the practical work of managing friendships, invitations, kids’ social calendars and family events… and the in-the-moment strain when one partner withdraws socially (or when one partner becomes the other’s entire social world).
We unpack why social withdrawal often develops over time (parenting, burnout, insecurity, mental health), read a relatable Reddit story, and share practical ways couples can rebalance the load — without guilt, pressure, or resentment.
Question: Where do you feel the social load most in your relationship?
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