title: Reflections on calling and careers in community psychology.
abstract: The current essay discusses the narratives of five community psychologists from the perspective of a career "calling." Each of the essays highlight different components of a calling: employing deep discernment to know the right path for oneself; experiencing a calling to do one's work, an invitation to which we choose to respond; serving community; discovering your quintessential self or "genius"; and using your gifts for the common good. Moreover, the author discusses how the essays not only illustrate calling, but also the emergence of confidence and the subjective career.
authors.affiliation: Boston University School of Management, 595 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215, USA.
authors.forename: Douglas T
authors.initials: DT
authors.lastname: Hall
mesh_terms: D002321:Career Choice; D003156:Community Mental Health Services; D006801:Humans; D011584:Psychology; D012935:Social Justice; D000078329:Workforce