Micro struggles and The Invisible Load

What happens when being responsible slowly turns into being responsible for everything? Whether you’re working in a corporate office, leading a team, building a business, or managing a home, women are often expected to quietly take on more — more organising, more remembering, more follow-ups, more emotional labour, and more responsibility. In Episode 2 of LAARC Soar Sessions, we continue the conversation with an honest and insightful round-table discussion about the everyday experiences women navigate at work — from having their ideas overlooked or credited to someone else, to being interrupted, managing timelines, organising meetings, and becoming the person everyone automatically turns to when something needs to get done. Because sometimes, the person who does more… simply gets given more. And the conversation doesn’t stop at the workplace. We move from these micro-struggles to the invisible load women often carry at home — the planning, remembering, anticipating, organising, and emotional responsibility that doesn’t always have a name, but still takes up space. This isn’t just a conversation about workload. It’s about the expectations attached to being the person who can “handle it.” It’s about recognising invisible labour, understanding boundaries, sharing responsibility, and questioning why doing more is so often treated as an expectation rather than an achievement. If you’ve ever: Found yourself automatically taking responsibility for organising things Had your ideas overlooked, interrupted, or credited to someone else Felt like being capable meant being given even more work Been expected to manage the details everyone else forgets Carried the mental load at home even after your workday ended Wondered why saying “I’ll do it” became easier than asking someone else to …this episode is for you. ✨ In This Episode The micro-struggles women experience at work When your ideas are overlooked or credited to someone else Why the person who does more often gets given more Gender expectations around responsibility and communication The invisible work behind organising, planning, and managing Navigating workplace expectations and boundaries The difference between being capable and being constantly available The invisible load women carry at home Mental load, emotional labour, and the work nobody sees Why sharing responsibility matters Recognising the work that often goes unnoticed Creating more balanced workplaces and homes 🎙️ Meet Our Guests Shantha Shankar Brand & Communications Consultant LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanthash... Rashi Bijlani Tandon Child & Adolescent Psychologist and Dance Movement Therapist Founder, Asha Hai Instagram:   / rashibijlanitandon   About LAARC Soar Sessions Real Conversations for Women Who Are Building Lives, Not Just Careers. LAARC Soar Sessions is a podcast that brings together inspiring women to discuss career growth, entrepreneurship, leadership, confidence, motherhood, identity, ambition, workplace challenges, and personal growth. Whether you’re a corporate professional, entrepreneur, leader, creator, or someone figuring out your next chapter, these conversations are designed to help you grow with confidence. Fashion may be present. Confidence is always the hero. 💬 Join the Conversation Have you ever felt that the more capable you proved yourself to be, the more people expected from you? At work? At home? In leadership? In your relationships? Where do you feel the invisible load most? Share your thoughts in the comments — we’d love to hear your story. If this episode resonated with you, don’t forget to Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe for more conversations that empower women personally and professionally. Connect With LAARC 📸 Instagram: / laarc_india 👩 Founder – Meghna Sahai Instagram: / meghnasahaij LinkedIn: / meghna-sahai-jaruhar 🌐 Website: https://laarc.in Keywords Women Podcast, Women in Leadership, Women in Business, Corporate Women, Working Women, Leadership Podcast, Women at Work, Workplace Culture, Workplace Challenges, Career Growth, Women Entrepreneurs, Female Founders, Corporate Life, Women Empowerment, Invisible Labour, Invisible Load, Mental Load, Emotional Labour, Gender Equality, Gender Roles, Women Leaders, Women Professionals, Female Leadership, Working Women, Career Development, Professional Growth, Workplace Communication, Workplace Expectations, Work Life Balance, Women Supporting Women, Women and Work, Corporate Leadership, Ambitious Women, Modern Women, Workplace Boundaries, Women in Corporate, Women at Home, Shared Responsibility, Workload, Leadership Skills, Personal Growth