Cognitive labor is sociological and feminist concept referring to the invisible mental work many women do in relationships and families. [1] It is related to invisible labor, emotional labor, and unpaid work [2] while emphasizing the cost of planning, organizing, scheduling, managing and worrying, in addition to "executing." [3] [4] The distribution of cognitive labor falls disproportionately on women. [5] Handling the majority of cognitive labor is a burden that prevents women from pursuing opportunities or achieving greater health and happiness. [6] A recommendation for balancing cognitive labor is making it more explicit and visible. [7]