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The Books Briefing: You’re Always Working, One Way or Another

Work, work, work, work, work: Your weekly guide to the best in books
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In theory, Labor Day marks a weekend of rest for many American workers. Yet at a time when professionals tend to , true breaks can be hard to come by. Even making time for activities away from work can be stressful and guilt-inducing—to the point where some researchers have argued that giving up on the concept of balance is the best way to relax.

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