Wellness and Intentionality: A Year of Exploring Why We Choose Librarianship.

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Title: Wellness and Intentionality: A Year of Exploring Why We Choose Librarianship.
Authors: Beranis, Rose1 rose.beranis@trincoll.edu, Cotton, Justine2 jcotton@brocku.ca
Source: College & Research Libraries News. Jun2026, Vol. 87 Issue 6, p269-272. 4p.
Subject Terms: *Academic libraries, *Psychological burnout, *Student well-being, *Library science, Longevity, Mindfulness, Mental health, Social bonds
Abstract: The article presents an interview with librarians Rose Beranis and Justine Cotton, who discuss the integration of wellness initiatives into academic library services and the personal challenges of navigating the profession. Topics include defining wellness as a holistic support system for student flourishing, strategies for combating burnout through intentionality and sustainable practice, and the profound impact of meaningful human connections on professional longevity in higher education.
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Abstract:The article presents an interview with librarians Rose Beranis and Justine Cotton, who discuss the integration of wellness initiatives into academic library services and the personal challenges of navigating the profession. Topics include defining wellness as a holistic support system for student flourishing, strategies for combating burnout through intentionality and sustainable practice, and the profound impact of meaningful human connections on professional longevity in higher education.
ISSN:00990086