National Wellness Month + Labor Day = The Perfect Time to Recharge having what matters stress well-being work/life balance Aug 29, 2025

 I love that August is National Wellness Month.

Even though I'm writing this as the “official” month is ending, it’s a good reminder: wellness doesn’t live in one month. But it can feel like we may need it most in these shifting seasons, when routines speed up and life asks more...

Read More
Strong Roots, Stronger You: The Foundation of Well-Being and Success health holidays self-care well-being Dec 23, 2024

One of my favorite moments during the holiday season is sitting in the quiet glow of our holiday tree early in the morning. It’s that magical time before the house comes alive, before my family wakes up and the day gets going. With a cup of coffee in hand, I take a moment to just...

Read More
The Power of Hobbies: Finding Joy, Connection, and a Little Magic happiness holidays mindset well-being Dec 13, 2024

Life as a lawyer or legal professional can feel like a whirlwind - deadlines, client demands, and never-ending to-do lists. It’s so easy to push our own passions to the back burner. But here’s the thing: making time for hobbies, especially creative ones, can change everything.

F...

Read More
Outsmart Yourself: A Gift to Your Future Self habit having what matters holidays well-being Dec 06, 2024

 Conferences are always a mix of connection and chaos, so I’ve developed a few habits to make things run smoother.

Take my nametag, for example. After forgetting it too many times, I now hang it on my hotel room door at night before I go to bed and put my bag and anything else I...

Read More
World Mental Health Day: Because Work is Better with Friends health holidays well-being work/life balance Oct 09, 2024

Happy World Mental Health Day! As we take a moment today to shine a light on the importance of mental health, there’s something we sometimes overlook: how friendships, especially in the workplace, can play a huge role in our overall well-being. 

As lawyers and legal professional...

Read More
Pumpkin Muffins, Law, and Life: Why Well-Being and EQ are Essential Ingredients happiness mindset well-being work/life balance Sep 13, 2024

 While putting together the ingredients for pumpkin muffins, I couldn’t help but think about how being a lawyer or a legal professional is a lot like baking. Stick with me here - this will make more sense in a moment! 

The pumpkin muffins I made for our daughters this morning!...
Read More
Wander and Wonder: The Science-Backed Benefits of Travel happiness self-care stress well-being Aug 16, 2024

 There’s something truly magical about stepping away from the daily grind and immersing yourself in a new place. Whether it was learning about the rich and complicated history, wandering the streets of Wittenberg, or soaking in the vibrant culture (and lots of authentic Berlin/Ge...

Read More
Your Flight is Cancelled! Emotional Intelligence on the Go health mindset stress well-being work/life balance Aug 09, 2024

I wrote this note while traveling in Berlin, the city was still quiet, and my husband and daughters were fast asleep after a long and unexpectedly eventful journey. I had the lovely chance to enjoy some coffee and muesli as I thought about you! 

We anticipated our trip to Berlin...

Read More
My high school reunion taught me an important emotional intelligence lesson authenticity growth happiness well-being Jul 19, 2024

 I was in my hometownhere (population about 900!) for my 30th high school reunion, and I couldn't wait to see my classmates for a BBQ get-together and bonfire. 

I grew up in that small town, and my parents have lived in the same house by the railroad tracks since I was born. My ...

Read More
Feeling productive? Reflections on World Productivity Day! holidays productivity self-care well-being Jun 21, 2024

Ideally, World Productivity Day is a chance to pause and think about how we manage our time and resources- so that’s what I tried to use it for.

Although the origins of World Productivity Day are a bit fuzzy, it's a day recognized globally for sharing tips and strategies to help...

Read More
Unlock Creativity and Resilience: The Benefits of Finding Delight happiness mindset money well-being May 16, 2024

I’ve been trying to see the Northern Lights for years. I have an app to alert me when a sighting is possible. I’m in the “Aurora Chasers” Facebook group. Every time I’d hear the lights might be visible, I’d hop in the car and drive north in hopes of seeing them, to no avail. Ever...

Read More
Celebrating Well-Being Week in Law goals growth health mindset well-being May 03, 2024

 Well-being Week in Law is a perfect time for those in the legal field to embrace and reflect on the significant role that well-being plays in both our personal and professional lives.

Originating from a broad movement to address the unique stresses and mental health challenges ...

Read More

Are you subscribed to receive Kendra’s weekly newsletter?

Be the first to receive Kendra’s articles delivered straight to your inbox!

You can unsubscribe at any time!