Use 'load down' when referring to adding excessive physical weight to objects or people.

Physical Burden

'Load down' can also describe overwhelming emotional or mental pressure.

Metaphorical Weight

Don't use 'load down' for slight increases in weight or minor inconveniences.

Use 'load down' to express an overwhelming amount of work given to someone.

Point out the source of stress by identifying what or who loads down an individual.

'Load down' is typically used in work or responsibility contexts, not in everyday tasks.