Mychal Threets, a lifelong library enthusiast, found solace and community in libraries as a home schooled child and later became a librarian himself. His positive and open approach to mental health and library life has earned him nearly 800,000 followers on TikTok, where he shares anecdotes and affirmations. Threets receives messages thanking him for his mental health advocacy, which he finds both humbling and motivating. Through his videos, he emphasizes the inclusive and welcoming nature of libraries, where people can find solace or connect with others.
‘So happy you’re here’: how a librarian became an advocate for mental health
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