Die Frau fürs Leben ist nicht das Mädchen für alles!

This book is a wake-up call. Shocking, like a "Maaaama" at three in the morning. Smart, true, and urgently necessary. Every woman should read it. And then pass it on to at least two men! Corona revealed the state of equality: The crisis sent some women back to the 1950s and showed that it is usually mothers who are overwhelmed by family organization. While some moms schooled the kids, cooked, and discussed screen time, their jobs and personal needs fell by the wayside. The lockdown exposed what has been going wrong for a long time. Our stereotypical gender roles lead to women being torn between caregiving and employment, while men often manage to set boundaries and close the home office door behind them. Household chores and the mental and organizational work quickly fall to mothers, resulting in particularly high mental stress. It is not easy for women to break free from this role. But something has to change! Laura Fröhlich knows what drives mothers up the wall – and how their own perfectionism plays a role in it. In her groundbreaking guide, she emotionally and accessibly describes how the Mental Load arises and why it is worth seeking fair solutions together with a partner. With insightful analyses, smart strategies, and easily implementable tips, she brings partnerships back to eye level.