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Drained
Leah Ruppanner
Sociologist Leah Ruppanner explains why so many people, especially women, feel constantly drained and provides science-backed strategies to reduce mental load, redistribute care work, and reclaim time and energy.
Why it matters
This book matters because it validates the invisible labor that exhausts millions and offers practical solutions grounded in research for reducing mental load and achieving better balance.
Who it is for
It is for overwhelmed individuals and couples who want to understand the science of burnout and implement fair, sustainable systems for managing life's demands.
Key idea
The core idea is that mental load—the invisible planning and organizing—is as draining as physical labor, and reducing it requires systemic changes in how we distribute care work.
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