The Empowered Shelf

Welcome to our book club! We're so excited to have you join this community of self-awareness, personal growth, and meaningful discussions.

To ensure everyone has the best experience, please review the following guidelines:

1. Respect and Kindness: We're here to share insights and learn from one another. Please be respectful and kind in all discussions. Personal attacks, offensive language, or any form of discrimination will not be tolerated.
2. Active Participation: Your voice matters! We encourage all members to participate by sharing their thoughts, questions, or favorite quotes from the book. If you're shy, feel free to engage with others' comments to get started.
3. Stay on Topic: While we love a good tangent, try to keep discussions relevant to the book or related themes of self-awareness and personal growth. This helps everyone stay engaged and focused.
4. Book Selections: Book choices will be announced at the start of every month. We welcome suggestions! Feel free to message us or participate in polls to help decide future reads.
5. Meeting Etiquette: For virtual meetups, please:
6. log in on time to respect everyone's schedule
7. mute yourself when not speaking
8. use the chat feature if you're hesitant to speak aloud
9. Engagement Outside Meetings: Join the conversation on social media! Share your reflections, favorite passages, or discussion prompts using our hashtag. #theempoweredshelf. We'll feature your posts and keep the conversation alive between meetings.
10. Confidentiality: What's. shared in the book club stays in the book club. Respect others' privacy when they share personal stories or experiences.
11. Feedback: We're always looking to improve! Share your ideas for how we can make this space even better.
12. Commitment to Growth: This is more than just a book club--it's a journey of self-discovery. Approach each book and discussion with an open mind and a willingness to grow.
13. Have Fun!: Personal growth can be deep and challenging, but it can also be fun and inspiring. Let's enjoy this journey together!

Additional Details:

• How to Join Meetings: Links and schedules will be shared via email and social media.
• Book availability: We'll aim to choose books accessible in multiple formats (print, eBook, audiobook). Let us know if you need assistance finding a copy.
• Community Platform: Join our online discussion at _____________ for ongoing discussions and updates.