{"product_id":"9780593850909","title":"Drained","description":"\u003cb\u003eA renowned sociologist and researcher reveals how women can build the life they really want\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe term \u003ci\u003emental load\u003c\/i\u003e has become more familiar in recent years, but the popular understanding of the concept often reduces it down to managing a list of household chores and logistics. Sociologist Leah Ruppanner reveals that for women, mental load actually goes much deeper: It’s a complex form of emotional thinking that is invisible, boundaryless, and enduring. In \u003ci\u003eDrained\u003c\/i\u003e, Ruppanner outlines the eight distinct types of mental load and highlights what makes them so uniquely heavy for women:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLife organization\u003c\/b\u003e: Staying on top of planning and tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEmotional support:\u003c\/b\u003e Checking in on family, friends, and coworkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRelationship hygiene\u003c\/b\u003e: Maintaining strong social connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMagic making:\u003c\/b\u003e Carrying on traditions and creating special life moments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDream building\u003c\/b\u003e: Helping others fulfill their passions and ambitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIndividual upkeep\u003c\/b\u003e: Keeping fit and healthy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSafety\u003c\/b\u003e: Protecting family and loved ones from danger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMeta-care\u003c\/b\u003e: Raising children who will thrive in the future\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe heart of the book is the Mental Load Audit, a powerful, practical tool to help readers assess where they are spending their time and attention, and how they can take steps to recalibrate their energy effectively. Urgent and provocative, \u003ci\u003eDrained\u003c\/i\u003e will help women stop blaming themselves for never feeling like they are enough and help them create richer, less overwhelming lives filled with more meaning and joy.","brand":"Ruppanner, Leah","offers":[{"title":"Penguin Publishing Group |  Hardback  |  2026-04-21","offer_id":47338577330431,"sku":"9780593850909","price":39.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0329\/9075\/7001\/files\/BNCImageAPI_29209548-97f2-4a2b-b008-4c587e7d0edb.jpg?v=1759940427","url":"https:\/\/riverbookshop.com\/products\/9780593850909","provider":"River Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}