30+ People Online Share Stories Of How They Found Comfort In Libraries
They are truly a safe place for all people and one of the most important public services we should seriously invest more in.
Libraries have a way of making people feel safe, seen, and a little less alone. For some, they are simply quiet buildings full of books, but for others, they become a refuge from stress, noise, and the pressure of everyday life.
That is exactly why so many people online shared stories about the comfort they found in libraries. From kids looking for a calm place to adults needing a break from the outside world, these spaces clearly mean more than just shelves and study tables.
And once one librarian's story started making the rounds, the responses kept coming.
She had developmental disabilities and sought refuge in the library.
schaalfanThere's no place like a library, indeed. People were quick to share their stories of how libraries saved them.
schaalfanThey never disappoint.
wearaGDMask42
It's just full of peace in there.
marareboi
Take us anywhere.
PattyDahlgren
Made to stay at a library, now he's the first college graduate in the family.
just1deeva
Banned books are the best books.
kmk1072
Libraries are lifesavers, and the world needs more of them.
BlackShiaCommie
Many people can definitely relate and attest to this.
INeedADamnNap
Libraries and librarians are truly one of a kind.
21harmony
That kind of reaction says a lot about how deeply people connect with these spaces.
We need to turn this whole world into a huge library for these people!
TigardLibrary
Librarians also deserve better, and they should have all the support they need.
Erinm503
It's a literal home for people in need, too.
supremetronic
We hope they know how many lives they have turned around.
NENaturist
Librarians who not only take care of books but also the people who visit their libraries deserve everything good in life.
ShoshanaKessock
For a different kind of comfort, see the AITA fight over skipping a sister’s virtual graduation party for self-care.
It's a magical place full of comfort.
Amigo2Todos
So many worlds to discover, all for free!
StLuGal
Heroes, one and all!
jeminky
Reading books has saved many souls in this world.
postzoo
This sounds like heaven.
thelovelysarah
Even so, they deserve more attention.
FawcettErika
Bless their souls!
paulmarks83
Libraries are the shortcuts if you want to travel and don't have any money!
ButlerCory
They pay attention to others so well, and in a good way.
maria_cake
Libraries change lives, indeed.
bossymama57
They were also a safe place for kids who had to deal with problems at home.
laurastoobusy
What a hero!
ru_trying
It's not only the place; it's the people, too.
efan78
Discrimination does not exist in libraries.
JoyLapine
They make such a huge impact on young readers' lives.
CherieRZ
It's the best getaway.
xivegotstylesx
What's important is that they still find comfort there.
EricAllanPyle
That's the man right there!
mkwtzmn
We've said it before and we'll say it again: the world needs more of these libraries!
MommaBearJen94
A gateway to success.
Ontheotherhand
Elmo shall know!
1sounddept
They must meet!
cheryl_boucher
In the age of technology, libraries are a place where we can disconnect from the Internet and collect our thoughts while focusing on ourselves and the magical worlds in the books that surround us. Not many people truly know how it feels to be in the safe embrace of a building full of books, and if you are one of them, you should try visiting one!
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