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...

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The Long Weekend Your Brain Has Been Waiting For happiness having what matters health work/life balance May 23, 2025

I did something rare and wonderful that we often talk about, but never follow through with: I took myself out on a solo date.

My husband and son headed to our family cabin, our daughters are studying abroad, and I have just a couple more meetings and projects to wrap up today fr...

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Happiness: The Unexpected Fuel For Your Legal Career happiness holidays mindset work/life balance Mar 24, 2025

A recent "celebration" day inspired this newsletter ...

International Day of Happiness - a reminder that happiness isn’t just a fleeting emotion; it’s a core part of our well-being. And yet, in the fast-paced, high-stakes world of the legal profession, it’s easy to overlook or e...

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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...

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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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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!...
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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...

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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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Embrace the Habits of Elite Athletes: A Guide for Lawyers and Legal Professionals confidence growth performance work/life balance Apr 01, 2024

Heidi Brown, author of "The Flourishing Lawyer," was a guest expert on the EsquireWell Academy Monthly Masterclass.

We had such a fabulous discussion about the “Lawyer’s Peak Performance Playbook” - how to unleash your inner champion through mind, mood, and motion.

Something th...

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Embracing Happiness in the Legal World: Lessons from World Happiness Day happiness mindset well-being work/life balance Mar 21, 2024

 International Day of Happiness (or “World Happiness Day”) serves as an important reminder of the significance of well-being in our lives. Yet, for the legal profession, this day brings to light some stark realities.

Recent findings have revealed that the United States has seen ...

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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 Feb 05, 2024

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...

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The Surprising Power of Adult Friendships health well-being work/life balance Oct 23, 2023

Getting away isn’t easy for my husband and me. Between our full-time work and two kids still at home, it’s pretty challenging to find coverage for our children and to take a pause (at least mostly) from our work responsibilities. 

(I did end up giving a client presentation from ...

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