Helpful Comics by Emma: Addressing the Mental Overload

Find Solidarity in Your Struggles

• What: Comics by Emma
• When: Any time
• Why: Easy to read, short, insightful
• Where: Emma Comics

Struggling with the mental overload of parenthood? Can’t quite put your finger on the reason for your dissatisfaction? Whether you’ve got an infant or a teenager, parenting presents plenty of challenges. If you want to feel like someone understands what you’re going through without having to leave the comfort of your house, read these comics from French author Emma, who keeps her real name private.

These easy-to-read comics have been translated from French into multiple languages. They address the mental load of running a household (with or without children), from making appointments to ensuring that people get fed multiple times a day, every day, with healthy meals and snacks. 

These comics made me feel less alone in my parenting journey. Parents, and particularly mothers, struggle with the same issues regardless of their zip code or even the societal supports in place around them. When I need a mood boost, or even just help understanding the source of my frustrations, these comics always help.

I’ve read these comics multiple times, and each time something (or all of it!) resonates with me. Even if nothing changes in my household (which is common), I feel less like the situation is something I’ve created by neglect. That in turn boosts my ability to communicate without resentment and aids in my willingness to ask for help, whether from my partner or someone else. They’ve been so popular you can now buy the book, called The Mental Load: A Feminist Comic.

The Mental Load: A Feminist Comic on Amazon

If you find yourself struggling to do it all and dealing with mental overload, whether you hold down multiple jobs or spend your time raising kids and managing the household, this insightful comic can help identify the sources of your struggle. Each one takes less than ten minutes to read, and often include strategies to help. What’s not to love? Start exploring now and see what changes for you, your attitude towards the unpaid work that keeps society afloat, and your household.