I Love Being a Librarian.

That's it. That's all there is to it. I love being a librarian, and I wanted to share with the world some of why that is. I hope you're cool with wholesome content, because THAT'S WHAT YOU'RE GETTING TODAY.

CREDITS:
This video was shot and recorded on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Musqueam people.

Music: "Lola" performed by the United States Marine Band, in the public domain.

[marsh_all_c]

I guess I'm having an emotion moment because this video made me tear up just a little. People helping people is what we need so much more of in this world. It's so nice hearing you sound so happy with your job and your life. I hope these feelings stay with you in your future and that anyone seeing this can find joy and passions in their life as you seem to have done

[amyrakoff]

I just got my first librarian position. Bit nervous for my first day but really excited

[Italicrab]

I very very recently gained an interest in working at a library, i love working with kids and being helpful, i thrive in quiet but thriving environments, answering questions is one of my favorite things, and i love reading! Plus stocking books is so satisfying to me

[jinkiesjess]

Part of my job (in a museum) is helping people get access to resources they need- whether they're doing genealogical research or working on a school project or writing a book, anything. I love seeing how excited they get and how pleasantly surprised they are that we'll stop what we're doing to help. I do wish it wasn't surprising to so many people though. A lot of people have this image in their head of what museums are like and feel like we're unapproachable. And I guess some museums are like that. But a lot of us aren't. It's always worth asking. We're nerds and we want to help you!

[TheLibraryOfSarah]

What wonderful reasons!! I loved hearing your passion for the work you do. As a Masters of Social Work student, I'm so in love with how libraries are transforming into such a varied and valuable community resource! The things you listed- helping a variety of people, teaching computer literacy classes, helping connect people with job applications, recommending books, etc... these are all things that help members of the community get what they need. I'm a reader and the "libraries are for books" part is still critically important, but so are all of the other functions libraries of the 21st century are serving. Given that public libraries are funded by taxes and the services are free, they are a vital resource for low-income populations that may not have access to these things otherwise. Keep up the great work, librarians are super heroes ^_^

[InfiniteText]

Aww, this warms my heart. I feel you. So many of these feelings were familiar when I chose the field, and little moments happen, unfortunately the job market in general is so rocky (especially in Toronto) that the struggle takes away from remembering the little moments of joy. Each one of these feelings are honestly all the reasons I would give someone for why I CHOSE this field. You are such a good person, I can tell. A genuine pure-hearted Canadian librarian :)

[CynicalHistorian]

2:40 those loans were a revelation for me

[Bcerinpjs]

I'm so with you on the look you get when a patron comes in and recognises you!

[jenniferacres]

Thank you for posting this! I'm currently trying to decide if I should go get my master's degree so I can become a librarian and your video gave me a great view into the field 😊

[gemmagrimaldo]

watching this because im going to pursue a course that's so underrated no one in my class and even my whole batch had put it in mind (majority likes med, tourism, crim, and educ) i literally don't even have anyone i know in this entire world that is interested in thst field (i have met a librarian but she was so shy, or maybe just quiet, just as i am)

[bohemiancardigan]

Thank you for putting into words all the reasons I love being a librarian also. While not all of them are true for me, they all resonated with me. So, thanks.

[Random_Fanatic]

2:40 or 2:39
Yes, I can confirm that's a real reaction. I had no idea that libraries could do that. I've checked out about 3 or 4 inter-library loans. I treated them like they were made of glass cause they also told me if anything happens to the book it will be over 100 dollars to replace it.

[kellysanders]

This was an awesome video! Libraries have always been my safe haven. I'm glad the workers see it as an awesome place too!

[universityofwhales]

This video gave me so many feels! I’ve been working at a library for 3.5 years, first as a page and now in circulation, and I’ve experienced so many of these joys you mentioned. I’m currently applying for grad school for library science, so I’m going to watch this video whenever the process seems too hard. Thank you!

[Buttercup_buttercup]

I love YOU, I love your VIDEOS! you say exactly what I feel about Libraries and helping people ❤❤ best youtuber ever

[mariesoullier]

I love that you made this video! I love that you love your job. I love that you're so willing to share your knowledge with the internet. I love the joy on your face when talking about helping non-english speakers. I love how much you love helping the little patrons. I love the idea of making a display about... ancient Mesopotamia... and then watching someone find a new obsession. I love that you encourage curiosity. Happy Thanksgiving!

[terribiersdorfer]

Thank you!! Yes, I love being an Elementary School Librarian !!

[kamalkairul]

I enjoy seeing people enjoying what they do

[joanateixeira]

I love your videos. I'm an artist working from home, and I do love my job, but most of the time it gets pretty lonely. Libraries always make me feel welcome, honestly sometimes I feel like it's a miracle they still exist in this non commodified way. It must be really fullfilling to be able to interact with and help so many people in your day to day life, thank you for highlighting this on your channel :)

[anacalabresi]

Hey Peter! Thanks for sharing your channel with staff! I've enjoyed this so much. Nice to know more about you!