172. Weaponized Incompetence and the Hidden Mental Load on Women with Paige Connell

“They're showing you the version of themselves that they want you to idealize and emulate, but it's not actually real.” In this episode of Financial Feminist, Tori sits down with Paige Connell — a working mom of four who uses her platforms to raise awareness about the mental load of motherhood and advocate for equitable, supportive relationships. Together, they dive headfirst into the messy, real world of woman and motherhood. Tune in for a candid conversation that highlights the stark realities behind the glamorized "trad wife" movement on social media, the high costs of childcare, and maintaining financial security and independence within relationships. Whether you're a wife, a parent, or interested in family dynamics, this episode offers meaningful insight and heartfelt discussion on how to make family life more manageable for all. Check out Eve Rodsky's episode on Fair Play: https://link.chtbl.com/equitable-home-relationships Learn more about Paige at www.sheisapaigeturner.com Read transcripts, learn more about our guests and sponsors, and get more resources at: https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-show-notes/172-how-lack-of-parental-support-is-spurring-the-dangerous-tradwife-movement-with-paige-connell/ Not sure where to start on your financial journey? Take our FREE money personality quiz! https:// herfirst100k.com/quiz . Special thanks to our sponsors: Thrive Causemetics Get an exclusive 10% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/FFPOD Squarespace Go to www.squarespace.com/FFPOD to save 10% off your first website or domain purchase. Hill House Visit hillhousehome.com and use the discount code TORI at check out for 15% off. Indeed Visit indeed.com/FFPOD to get a seventy-five dollar sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices