We’re thrilled to share that planning is officially underway for ThriveLib 2026! ThriveLib was created to bring people together around one central goal: Reclaiming Joy, Balance, and Boundaries in Libraries. The 2026 conference will continue that mission. www.thrivelib.com/news/plannin...

Planning ThriveLib 2026 is Underway! — ThriveLib

We’re thrilled to share that planning is officially underway for ThriveLib 2026! ThriveLib was created to bring people together around one central goal: Reclaiming Joy, Balance, and Boundaries in L...

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It's ok to need a change. This article has a great section with four questions that will actually get you moving kingcareerservices.com/librarian-ca...

"I Love Libraries, But I Can't Do This Anymore": A Leaping Librarian's Guide to Career Change

Are you a burnt out librarian? I've been there, learned the lessons, and managed a successful career change. Here's how you can do it, too!

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Which of these have you experienced? They: 1. Throw you under the bus 2. Take credit for your work 3. Don’t listen and lack empathy 4. Micromanage 5. Make unrealistic demands 6. Play favorites or pit employees against one another 7. Reject feedback − or retaliate. www.usatoday.com/story/money/...

This article is about women physicians, but the advice applies to anyone. Burnout is real, and recover can take months or years. Recognize it early and take what steps you can to address the causes. www.becomebraveenough.com/blog/3-signs...

Is it Burnout?

Burnout in women physicians is not something to ignore or brush under the table. Here are three signs that you are facing burnout and what to do about it.

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Library workers give so much. But what happens when the giving goes unreciprocated? Join @nishamody.bsky.social for a powerful invitation to rehumanize yourself in your library work. www.thrivelib.com #ThriveLib25 #skybrarians #publibs #medlibs

Because you shouldn’t have to burn out to prove you care. #ThriveLib25 is a virtual event for library folks who want more balance, more boundaries, and more joy. Aug 12–14. 12 speakers. 3 days of healing and real talk. thrivelib.heysummit.com #LibraryWorkers #publibs #medlibs #skybrarians

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One week left to register for ThriveLib! Join us for a virtual conference focused on the well-being of librarians and library workers. This conference was created for librarians, library managers, and library workers who are ready to reimagine what well-being looks like in their professional lives.

Read this -> The experiences of neurodivergent Library and Information Science [LIS] professionals working in academic libraries – a case study Clare Camp and Dr Jayne Finlayhttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.acalib.2025.103115

We’re thrilled to welcome @fobettarh.bsky.social as the opening keynote for ThriveLib 2025. Join us as we kick off three days of reclaiming joy, balance, and boundaries in libraries with Fobazi’s inspiring keynote. www.thrivelib.com #thrivelib25 #publibs #medlibs #skybrarians 📚

Toxic workplaces leave employees sick, scared, and looking for an exit. Here's how to combat unhealthy conditions Organizations should build a culture of respect and safety and evaluate leaders on their conformity with those values. www.apa.org/topics/healt...

What if kindness wasn’t just a nice idea, but a radical path to healing burnout? Join @thekindbraveleader.bsky.social for a session that invites us to reimagine library work through compassion, boundaries, and care. Let's shift how we treat ourselves and one another in the workplace. #thrivelib25

A toxic boss can make your work life miserable and cause your mental health to suffer. Working for someone who straight-up lies about work-related issues big and small, can leave you either constantly on edge or completely surprised when something goes wrong lifehacker.com/how-to-tell-...

How to Tell When Your Boss Is Lying (and What to Do About It)

These behaviors can indicate that your boss is avoiding the hard truth.

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Several factors contribute to workplace toxicity. Poor leadership, lack of communication, competitive work culture, micromanagement, unclear expectations, favoritism, resistance to change, workplace bullying – just to name a few. www.forbes.com/sites/hvmaca...

Toxic Workplaces: Recognizing the Silent Career Killer

The workplace should be a source of growth, collaboration and fulfillment. Find tips for leaders and individuals to avoid creating or being damaged by toxic workplaces.

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Because joy fuels connection, creativity, & care in our communities. When librarians feel supported, they show up with their full selves, & that energy ripples outward. Joy is not a distraction from work. It’s a powerful force that makes our work more meaningful, sustainable, & human. #thrivelib25

Middle managers are often caught in the middle, navigating expectations from above while trying to support their teams. But wellness does not have to get lost in the shuffle. www.thrivelib.com #ThriveLib25

The abrupt early recess in the House of Representatives means the future of IMLS funding remains a question mark. Use this time to act! bookriot.com/imls-funding...

Early Closure of House Leaves IMLS Future Hanging; What This Means & What You Can Do

The abrupt early recess in the House of Representatives means the future of IMLS funding remains a question mark. Use this time to act.

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Libraries are more than just book depositories—they are vibrant community hubs, one of the last free public places where anyone is welcome. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/well...

The Role of Libraries in Mental Health

Post-pandemic librarians have seen an increase in social and mental health issues impacting library patrons. Here's how library workers can play a role in mental health.

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Professional development isn't just about skills - it's a key part of workplace well-being. @doncrankshaw.bsky.social explores how libraries can build employee-centered PD programs that support growth, retention, & well-being, & how employees can advocate for their own needs, too. #ThriveLib25

Fully letting go of the effects of a toxic workplace can be difficult. Intelligent, capable professionals struggle to recover from unpredictably, fear-mongering, and bullying. They carry hyper-vigilance & reactivity into their next role, which affects performance & enjoyment hbr.org/2022/10/how-...

How to Recover from a Toxic Job

You made the brave decision to say goodbye to a toxic workplace. Now you deserve to reclaim your confidence and leave the baggage of a negative environment behind you. In this article, the author offe...

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Did you know? Every ThriveLib 2025 attendee will receive a certificate of completion for each session they attend - live or via recording. Can’t make it to a session in real time? No problem. You’ll have access to all recordings for 30 days after the event. www.thrivelib.com #thrivelib

Too often, conversations about library work ignore body size and the impact of fatphobia in professional spaces. Join Meg Galasso at ThriveLib 2025 for Fatness, Belonging, and Solidarity in Library Work. www.thrivelib.com #ThriveLib25

Your library is not an emergency room, so why do so many of us feel like we’re constantly in crisis mode? Join us for a powerful session on shifting mindsets and setting realistic performance expectations for yourself and your team.www.thrivelib.com #ThriveLib25

Quiet cracking stems from emotional strain. It refers to employees who silently begin to unravel under toxic leadership, unmanageable expectations, or a lack of purpose at work. indianexpress.com/article/life...

Self-care has become a common topic in workplace wellness, and for good reason. With burnout affecting nearly 65% of U.S. employees, organizations must take action. One powerful way is to support and encourage self-care at work. fishers.crediblemind.com/insights/5-p...

Join Us for This Day 1 Session! We’re kicking things off with Corey Ha and "Build the Foundation: Trust" on August 12 at 12:30 pm CT. Register now: www.thrivelib.com #ThriveLib25

Clear communication and addressing conflicts well are crucial for a healthy workplace. 5 Steps for Tackling Difficult Conversations 1. Prepare 2. Intention 3. Neutrality 4. Listen with curiosity 5. Problem solve www.ccl.org/articles/lea...

5 Steps for Tackling Difficult Conversations

In order to deal with awkward, tense, or challenging conversations, understand the common mistakes we make — and then take these 5 steps.

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Librarians and library workers are tired of being told to “just take care of yourself” in systems that don’t support wellness. ThriveLib is a conference built by library workers for library workers. Let’s reflect, recharge, and reimagine together. thrivelib.heysummit.com #ThriveLib25

1) Remove barriers 2) Provide accommodations without being asked (everyone benefits!) 3) Don't use terms for neurodiversity in everyday conversation (don't say you're OCD if you're not, etc.) www.chieftalentofficer.co/2023/08/07/3...

3 strategies for advocating for your neurodivergent employees

Here are a few tips for creating the conditions for inclusion and well-being.

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Tickets Are Now Available for the First-Ever ThriveLib Conference, Registration is now open for ThriveLib, a new virtual conference focused exclusively on library workers’ well-being. Taking place August 12–14, 2025, ThriveLib centers library staff, not patrons, and is grounded in the belief that…

Tickets Are Now Available for the First-Ever ThriveLib Conference,

Registration is now open for ThriveLib, a new virtual conference focused exclusively on library workers’ well-being. Taking place August 12–14, 2025, ThriveLib centers library staff, not patrons, and is grounded in the belief that a healthy workplace is foundational to good service. Library workers across all roles are being asked to do more with less while navigating burnout, compassion fatigue, blurred boundaries, and increasingly unsafe conditions.

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