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Discover the groundbreaking book 'Emotional Labor' by Rose Hackman, an urgent exploration into the invisible, uncompensated work women undertake daily. This essential read dives deep into the realities of emotional labor, highlighting its impact on women, people of color, and various professional environments. From the service industry to corporate settings, Hackman sheds light on how emotional labor is critical yet often overlooked in our society. Through extensive research and interviews, gain valuable insights into the stories of countless women navigating the challenges of managing their emotions while supporting others. This book is more than just a diagnosis of a problem; it’s a call to action, urging us to empower ourselves and advocate for visibility and recognition of emotional labor in every facet of life. Learn how we can construct pathways for change and justice in both personal lives and professional spaces. 'Emotional Labor' is a must-read for anyone invested in understanding the dynamics of emotional commitment, and the need to address the imbalance that often burdens women. The book comes BRAND NEW, published in 2024 by Flatiron Books, with a free shipping offer. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Remember, once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. ISBN: 9781250777379.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250777379
Year: 2024
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Description:
"An urgent look at emotional labor....Hackman’s words reveal the agency of women is still possible while the power of care, empathy, and love in action can lead us to the best in our humanity."
? Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play
From Journalist Rose Hackman, a deeply-researched foray into the invisible, uncompensated work women perform every day—and a profound call to action.
A stranger insists you "smile more," even as you navigate a high-stress environment or grating commute. A mother is expected to oversee every last detail of domestic life. A nurse works on the front line, worried about her own health, but has to put on a brave face for her patients. A young professional is denied promotion for being deemed abrasive instead of placating her boss. Nearly every day, we find ourselves forced to edit our emotions to accommodate and elevate the emotions of others. Too many of us are asked to perform this exhausting, draining work at no extra cost, especially if we’re women or people of color.
Emotional labor is essential to our society and economy, but it’s so often invisible. In this groundbreaking, journalistic deep dive, Rose Hackman shares the stories of hundreds of women, tracing the history of this kind of work and exposing common manifestations of the phenomenon. But Hackman doesn’t simply diagnose a problem—she empowers us to combat this insidious force and forge pathways for radical evolution, justice, and change.
Drawing on years of research and hundreds of interviews, you’ll learn:
· How emotional labor pervades our workplaces, from the bustling food service industry to the halls of c
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250777379
Year: 2024
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Description:
"An urgent look at emotional labor....Hackman’s words reveal the agency of women is still possible while the power of care, empathy, and love in action can lead us to the best in our humanity."
? Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play
From Journalist Rose Hackman, a deeply-researched foray into the invisible, uncompensated work women perform every day—and a profound call to action.
A stranger insists you "smile more," even as you navigate a high-stress environment or grating commute. A mother is expected to oversee every last detail of domestic life. A nurse works on the front line, worried about her own health, but has to put on a brave face for her patients. A young professional is denied promotion for being deemed abrasive instead of placating her boss. Nearly every day, we find ourselves forced to edit our emotions to accommodate and elevate the emotions of others. Too many of us are asked to perform this exhausting, draining work at no extra cost, especially if we’re women or people of color.
Emotional labor is essential to our society and economy, but it’s so often invisible. In this groundbreaking, journalistic deep dive, Rose Hackman shares the stories of hundreds of women, tracing the history of this kind of work and exposing common manifestations of the phenomenon. But Hackman doesn’t simply diagnose a problem—she empowers us to combat this insidious force and forge pathways for radical evolution, justice, and change.
Drawing on years of research and hundreds of interviews, you’ll learn:
· How emotional labor pervades our workplaces, from the bustling food service industry to the halls of c