Welcome to "Resilience and Positive Psychology for Librarians." This course is designed to help you manage stress, adapt to change, and improve your well-being through practical strategies and insights.

Course Overview:

This course includes six sessions, each focusing on a key aspect of resilience and positive psychology. You will learn practical tools to build resilience and cultivate a positive mindset.

What You Will Learn:

• Session 1: Understanding Resilience

  • Basics of resilience and its role in handling stress and change.

  • How resilience helps maintain well-being.

• Session 2: The Sailboat Metaphor

  • Use the sailboat metaphor to understand navigating challenges.

  • Focus on core values to guide your direction.

• Session 3: Core Values and Resilience

  • Identify and align with your personal values.

  • Use values to stay motivated during tough times.

• Session 4: Motivation to Push Forward

  • Explore how motivation builds resilience.

  • Develop strategies to keep motivated and achieve goals.

• Session 5: Effective Coping Strategies

  • Identify and assess coping mechanisms.

  • Choose effective strategies to manage stress.

• Session 6: Crafting Your Resilience Plan

  • Create a personalized resilience plan.

  • Reflect on growth and commit to future resilience.

Course Features:

• Interactive Exercises: Practical activities to apply course concepts.

• Reflective Practices: Reflect on experiences to foster growth.

• Personalized Plan: Develop a resilience plan tailored to your needs.

• Supportive Environment: Connect with fellow librarians to share strategies.

Why This Course Matters:

In library services, resilience and a positive outlook are crucial. This course helps you manage stress, adapt to changes, and continue providing great service. You will finish with strategies and a resilience plan to help you thrive professionally and personally.