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

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-keeled.

In moments like ...

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

Happy Valentine’s Day!

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 ...

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

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 be - to reflect, br...

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

I’m writing this note to you this morning on the last day of the last full workweek of the year, and 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 ...

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

A couple of weeks ago, we had our first hard freeze of the season. As I glanced out at the backyard deck that morning, 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 ...

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

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

Last Wednesday, 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 Wellbeing ...

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

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

Earlier this week, 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 full days at the Nobel Conference at Gustavus Adolphus...

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Wander and Wonder: The Science-Backed Benefits of Travel happiness self-care stress well-being

I’m just back from our week-long trip to Berlin, and while the jet lag is still hanging on a bit (it’s amazing how much you can get done at 3:00 a.m. because your body thinks it’s 10:00 a.m.), the memories we made are more than worth it!

There’s something truly magical about stepping away from the ...

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Feeling productive? Reflections on World Productivity Day! holidays productivity self-care well-being

It’s not lost on me that during one fo the busiest weeks I’ve had in my business, yesterday, June 20, was World Productivity Day—a day dedicated to celebrating and promoting the importance of productivity in our lives and work.

Ideally, World Productivity Day is a chance to pause and think about ho...

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

As 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 batteries.

For lawyers and l...

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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

Earlier this week, I had an incredible (maybe once-in-a-lifetime) opportunity to take a road trip with my daughter, who's in her sophomore year of college, from Minneapolis to Indianapolis to witness the awe-inspiring solar eclipse. 

(Did you catch the eclipse from your location? I’d love to hear a...

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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? 

Tomorrow (March 15) is World Sleep Day, so I invited my dear friend and EsquireWell ...

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