Working Women Are Struggling
October 1, 2025
Working Women Are Struggling
If you’ve been feeling stretched too thin — juggling deadlines, family responsibilities, and the pressure to “do it all” — you’re not alone! A recent Forbes article pointed to a sobering truth: working women are struggling at alarming rates, and many employers aren’t stepping up to help.
But while we wait for systems to catch up, there are things you can do right now to support your body, reduce stress, and build resilience.
Why Working Women Are Feeling the Pressure
Burnout isn’t just about being “too busy.” It’s the physical and emotional toll of carrying constant responsibilities without enough support.
Here are a few reasons so many women are reaching their limit:
Unequal responsibilities at home: Women often carry more of the caregiving and household tasks, even when both partners work full-time.
High expectations at work: Always being “on,” meeting deadlines, and doing the extra emotional labor that often goes unnoticed.
Lack of recovery time: Little sleep, skipped meals, or no space for rest can quickly drain energy reserves.
Stress hormones on overdrive: Chronic stress impacts cortisol, thyroid, and sex hormones — leaving women feeling anxious, foggy, or fatigued.
The takeaway? It’s not “all in your head.” There are real, biological consequences to living in constant stress mode.
Daily Actions to Protect Your Health
While systemic change is needed, there are empowering steps you can take right now to protect your energy and wellbeing:
Set Boundaries
Turn off email notifications after work hours.
Create “non-negotiable” downtime in your day (even 15 minutes makes a difference).
Prioritize Rest
Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep.
Consider wind-down rituals: magnesium baths, herbal teas, or journaling.
Fuel Your Body
Prioritize protein with every meal.
Reduce processed sugar and caffeine spikes that worsen anxiety.
Move with Intention
Gentle movement (yoga, walking, strength training) helps regulate cortisol.
Avoid overtraining when already stressed — it can backfire.
Build Support Systems
Lean on friends, mentors, or women’s groups for encouragement and accountability.
Top Supplements for Women Facing Burnout & Stress
Supplements are not a quick fix — but they can support your body’s foundation while you navigate the pressures of work and life.
Below you’ll find some of the most powerful options — plus the ones I personally turn to most often.
Calms the nervous system, eases muscle tension, and supports deeper sleep.
Adaptogens (Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, Holy Basil)
Balance cortisol levels, increase resilience, and improve energy without the crash.
Vital for energy production, mood regulation, and stress management.
Support brain health, reduce inflammation, and balance mood.
Helps regulate hormones, immune health, and mood — especially if you work indoors.
A healthy gut improves resilience, mood, and immunity (since stress often disrupts digestion).
Awareness & Action
The message is clear: working women are under pressure like never before. While employers and systems must do more to create supportive environments, you don’t have to wait for them to change to start taking care of yourself now!
By setting boundaries, prioritizing rest, and nourishing your body with the right supplements, you can rebuild resilience, reclaim your energy, and protect your long-term health.
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Xoxo,
Anthea
