Ep. 191: You're Not Failing—You're Out of Bandwidth: What 2026 Women Are Really Dealing With

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If your brain feels like it's buffering, your to-do list feels like quicksand, and you're wondering why everything feels harder than it should, you're not alone.

I recently surveyed hundreds of women heading into 2026. Real women. Women just like you. Women who are running on empty but still showing up every single day. Women who look like they have it together on the outside but are quietly drowning on the inside.

And what did they say? It's powerful. It's honest. And it's probably going to make you feel seen in a way you haven't felt in a long time.

Today, I'm walking you through the questions I asked and, more importantly, what the answers tell us about the emotional load, mental energy, and decision fatigue we're all carrying into this new year.

This isn't another pep talk. This isn't me telling you to just think positive or hustle harder. This is real talk. No fluff. Just clarity, strategy, and the kind of relief that comes from realizing: Oh... it's not just me.

Here's my promise to you today: You're going to walk away feeling seen. Grounded. And clear on what your mental and emotional overload actually means AND how to start reclaiming breathing room, clarity, and a sense of control.

Because here's what I know after reading through every single response: You're not failing. You're just operating on an outdated system that was never designed for the life you're living right now.

So let's dive in.

Read the full report of what's on the hearts of women as they step into 2026 HERE

Resources mentioned in this episode:

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The Intentional Mom Planning System

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1. Understanding the Emotional Load of Women (00:00:00)

2. Understanding Women's Overwhelm (00:03:12)

3. Identifying Headspace and Emotional States (00:06:11)

4. Support Needs and Community Connection (00:08:57)

5. The Impact of Clutter on Mental Health (00:12:51)

6. Navigating Relationships and Marital Struggles (00:15:37)

7. Barriers to Seeking Help (00:24:36)

8. Action Steps for Change (00:34:17)