Love Your Lawyer Day - Celebrate the Humans Behind Law appreciation emotional intelligence gratitude self-care well-being Nov 07, 2025

Let’s be honest: lawyers and legal professionals don’t always get the credit we deserve. We’re often the punchline, not the headline. So it’s nice to have a day that celebrates us and reminds everyone that we’re human, too!

Love Your Lawyer Day is a chance to pause and recognize...

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Leading Through Complexity: The Well-Being Advantage for Lawyers change decision fatigue fear self-care Feb 28, 2025

Lately, I’ve been feeling the weight of complexity - both in the legal profession and in the world around us. Maybe you are, too. There’s so much happening at once, and it can feel overwhelming to juggle competing priorities while trying to stay focused, effective, and even-keele...

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This Valentine’s Day, Don’t Forget About You! ♥️ confidence happiness holidays self-care Feb 14, 2025

 Valentine’s Day 2019 looked a little different than usual for me. My husband was in Tanzania on a service and learning trip for work, soaking up the sun, connecting with and learning from others, and enjoying a safari before he headed home. 

I was home in Minnesota with the kid...

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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...

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Silent Nights, Rested Days: Rest and Recharge Before the New Year happiness holidays self-care stress Dec 20, 2024

I’m sipping coffee out of my favorite holiday mug that says: “All Mama Wants is a Silent Night.” It’s a playful reminder of what so many of us crave at the end of a busy season - peace, quiet, and a little breathing room.

For lawyers and legal professionals, the end of the yea...

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Not everything is a it seems: Lessons in empathy from a frozen plant happiness self-care stress vulnerability Nov 15, 2024

As I glanced out at the backyard deck the morning after our first freeze, my plants seemed fine. From the kitchen window, they looked just as vibrant and lively as ever. But when I stepped outside and touched them, I realized they were frozen solid. What looked perfectly okay fro...

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Engaged But Exhausted: The Hidden Risks of Being "On" All the Time health performance productivity self-care Nov 08, 2024

Ever wonder if you are super engaged, super burnt out, or maybe even both?

Once, I had an exhilarating (and exhausting) schedule that started bright and early at 6:45 a.m. logging in for a speaking engagement for the Bar Association of the Maldives alongside my friend and Chief ...

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Sleep Smart, Work Smart: The Science Behind Better Rest for Lawyers habit health self-care work/life balance Oct 04, 2024

Okay, I have to confess: I am a total nerd when it comes to learning. 

Thinking back, one specific memory comes to mind; I was giddy - and I mean that in the most literal sense (like, standing outside the doors when they opened so I could get a front row seat) - spending two ful...

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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...

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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...

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Memorial Day Reset: Permission to relax to bolster performance and well-being happiness holidays mindset self-care May 24, 2024

When Memorial Day weekend approaches here in the United States, many of us in the legal profession are gearing up for a much-needed break. This long holiday weekend isn't just a time to honor and remember those who have served; it's also an opportunity to recharge our own batteri...

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Lessons from the Road: Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, and Well-Being on a Solar Eclipse Adventure happiness mindset self-care work/life balance Apr 12, 2024

I had an incredible (maybe once-in-a-lifetime) opportunity to take a road trip with my daughter to witness the awe-inspiring solar eclipse. 

This journey was not just about chasing celestial events (though that was absolutely incredible). There were several moments that turned i...

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