Beyond vocational awe: How we take care of ourselves and each other
In our first session about vocational awe, we named it: vocational awe is what happens when your dedication to your mission-driven work makes you feel like you always have to give more, even at the expense of your own needs. We explored how it shows up in our lives, money mindset, and sense of worth. Naming it is powerful. But it’s only the beginning.
Beyond vocational awe is about what comes next.
In this workshop, we’ll move from awareness to action by exploring how care can become a collective practice. We’ll talk honestly about what self-care can and can’t do in systems built on overwork, and how we begin to care for one another through shared boundaries, mutual accountability, and more sustainable ways of working together.
Together, we’ll explore:
What it looks like to shift from “pushing through” to honoring real limits
How to set and uphold boundaries in relationship with coworkers, teams, and communities
Ways to practice collective care without taking on more emotional labor
How we stay connected to purpose without letting work consume our identities
This is a space for nonprofit and purpose-driven professionals who are asking not just “How do I survive this work?” but “How do we change the conditions we’re working in — together?”
Missed Part One?
You can watch the recording by clicking here.
Come as you are. Leave with language, connection, and practical ideas for caring for yourself and each other in ways that make this work more sustainable for the long haul.
This is a virtual workshop.
Workshop Leaders
Molly Krichten of Carnegie of Homestead is a visionary nonprofit professional with experience working at state-, county-, municipal-, and independent 501(c)3 libraries, as well as local affiliates of international nonprofit organizations such as United Way and Habitat for Humanity. Bringing over 20 years of nonprofit experience, Molly facilitates creative and productive conversations engaging people in the everyday excellence that results in strategic victories, earning her several awards and designations from state and national organizations. Her experiences in the suburbs of Baltimore, the city of Pittsburgh, shores of Southwest Florida, and the rural expanses of West Virginia inform her sensibilities about service to the underserved and fuels her desire to elevate the voices of marginalized communities through meaningful connection and communication.
Shannon Parris of Shannon Parris Consulting propels nonprofits and small businesses to reach ambitious goals while uplifting the people who power them. She helps nonprofit leaders plan, manage, and evaluate their programs, strategies, and culture. Whether navigating tough relationships or wading through convoluted systems, her people-centered approach creates practical solutions that last. As a multiply-neurodivergent Korean adoptee who was raised in a predominantly white community, Shannon has a unique perspective on privilege and equity. She is most passionate about working to dismantle systems of oppression and to advocate for and galvanize nonprofit leaders with marginalized identities.
Payment is 100% optional!
This is a pay-what-moves-you virtual workshop for nonprofit workers (including contractors). If you can donate $10 (or any amount) to help make this event possible, thank you. If you can't contribute financially, please join us and contribute to the conversation.
Why the hummingbird?
Beyond vocational awe is a project of Shannon Parris Consulting. Shannon Parris Consulting propels nonprofits by uplifting the people who power them and knows that nonprofits and, by extension, nonprofit workers, exist on the razor's edge of their capacity and resources — much like the hummingbird.