I created the SoulFire Circle to connect with other #librarians who were also feeling #burntout from a year of frontline customer service. Get the #emotionalsupport you need while learning from others' stories of #leadership and #resilience. Learn more: soulfirecollective.net/circle.

"[#Compassionate #leadership] means treating those you lead with compassion, in all situations, and creating a culture... that supports the flourishing of everyone..." bit.ly/2XaJPal

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Those working in education & social work - including #librarians - are among the most susceptible to #burnout. Get the support & tools you need to heal & thrive. Learn more: soulfirecollective.net/circle. Sign-up ends 8/26. #MentalHealthMatters

"Most people intuitively understand the emotional load taken on by... social workers, nurses, 911 operators & teachers. Rarely, however, do people consider the #emotionallabor of #librarians." bit.ly/3khNco0

One day left to register! Get real about the hard things we face as #librarians: confronting our inner critic, setting healthy boundaries, navigating difficult emotions & healing compassion fatigue. Learn more: soulfirecollective.net/circle! #CompassionateLeadership

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"I’m advocating for more flexible & equitable schedules... We should also incorporate more #wellness activities for staff; our job is hard & frequently traumatic, and that could be directly addressed more." bit.ly/3DzTvMa #publiclibraries

Which pose speaks to you? Really relating to Worrier Three right about now. 😂🤣😳 Credit: Gemma Correll

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Yep, that about sums it up. 😳

Thank you, Christina Soontornvat - Updates only, for your powerful, delightful keynote at #alsc22! Your opening session set the tone for an inspiring and inclusive conference! The world is a better place because your books are in the world. 📚🌎💕

The The Rabbit hOle knows how to throw an amazing party! 🎉 Thank you for hosting #alsc22 attendees and bringing the wonder and awe of #kidlit come alive!

The staff of ALSC are absolute magic makers and miracle workers! So grateful for all their hard work to make #alsc22 possible!

Packed breakfast ballroom on Day 3 of #alsc22! 🍳☕️ Such an awesome presentation from Adam Gidwitz and Hena Khan! I wish I could begin everyday with such rich (and hilarious 🤣) conversation.

Folks lining up to meet Adam Gidwitz and Hena Khan at today’s #alsc22 book signing referred to it as “unicorning.” 🦄

Basking in the genius and hilarity of the final #aslc22 panel with Brandon BB Alston, @JulianThePoet, and Young Vo. 🤩