Rethinking Sleep: A Necessity for Legal Professionals habit health performance self-care

How often have we heard or even said to ourselves, "I'll sleep when I'm dead"? 

It's a common refrain in the legal profession, where long hours and late nights are often worn as badges of honor. But at what cost? 

Because sleep is so important, I invited my dear friend and EsquireWell sleep expert...

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Legal Success Starts Within: Recognizing Your Worth confidence growth mindset well-being

I was thinking of this quote by Malcolm Forbes:

 “Too many people overvalue what they are not and undervalue what they are.”

Wow - gut punch. How many of us focus much more on the things we “are not” or “can’t do” instead of all of the skills, talents, abilities, achievements, and potential we act...

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The Power of Disconnecting: Celebrating National Unplugging Day habit health self-care stress

I’m on my phone … a lot. I’ll admit it. I try not to use it when I should otherwise be present with others, but even then, I’m guilty of a quick under-the-table email glance. I’m working on it, really I am.

Even recently, this came up in our family. Our daughter will be traveling internationally, s...

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Transform Challenges into Opportunities: The Power of Cognitive Reframing growth habit happiness mindset

When my kids were off school, we decided to grab lunch at their favorite place (Cane’s Chicken) and go see a movie.

The box combo at Cane’s is a hefty meal, so we had a few extra chicken tenders. In my rush to get to lunch so that we could get to the movie on time, I’d forgotten to grab a cooler ba...

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Using love as a secret weapon to help you feel and perform better! confidence self-care well-being

 I know the term “self-love” might sound a little cheesy to you, but we use terms like “self-confidence” all the time. If we can have confidence in ourselves, why can’t we show a little love to ourselves?

And the science backs up why some self-love doesn’t just make us feel good, it also makes us s...

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Seasons of life and work: It’s not about having it all; it’s about having what matters! change happiness having what matters self-care work/life balance

I’m always watching for themes and patterns, and one thing that’s been coming up this last week in questions following the presentations I’m giving and in my private coaching is the theme of “seasons.”

I’m talking about seasons of life and work, and maybe I’m noticing it because it’s a theme in my ...

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Words Matter! Create a culture of caring and belonging using inclusive language. authenticity change growth mindset

Our daughter plans to be an elementary school teacher, and she will be amazing at it! So we have been meeting with education faculty and touring education buildings at various college campuses.

We were in an education classroom, and I saw a poster on the wall that said, “Non-gendered substitutions ...

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Compliments: The Legal Team's Recipe for Success 🍰 confidence happiness mindset

One thing that can really brighten someone’s day is a compliment. We’ve all had that experience - when your day isn’t going the best, but then someone takes a moment to say something positive or encouraging to you, and everything changes!

While it may seem like a simple and pleasant gesture, the ac...

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Embrace the Healing Power of Nature growth health performance well-being

 I'm thinking back to when I was the only one who wanted to head to the beach during a family vacation to Florida. The sight of the ocean and the sound of the waves are so deeply soothing and magical to me. I couldn’t leave without enjoying a couple more hours of beach time. 

So, I enjoyed some inc...

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Is a Tidier Desk Your Secret Weapon for Well-Being and Productivity? efficiency productivity simplicity well-being

“Out with the old, in with the new,” as they say! I’m trying to take some time every day to sort through old papers, files, books, and other stuff that I just don’t need to make my workspace and home work better for me.

I’m an aspiring minimalist because I can’t ignore the benefits I’ve experienced...

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What to do BEFORE you jump into your New Year’s resolutions change growth mindset

 If you’re anything like me, the past likely brought its fair share of challenges and triumphs, both personally and professionally.

Before we dive headfirst into what's next, let’s explore why it's essential to express gratitude for the lessons learned and growth experienced, along with four practi...

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A Year-End Pause for Reflection and Restoration goals growth well-being

As we approach the end of another year, it's a perfect time to pause, reflect, and gather our strength for the journey ahead. I’ve been inspired by your dedication and growth throughout the year, and I’m so grateful for your continued presence in our EsquireWell community.  

During this season, my ...

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