Acceptance Of Sorrow
This is the essence of mindfulness. Opening to whatever life may be presenting to you in this moment, and taking a gentle stance.
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How To Reduce Distractions In A Constantly Connected World
Not checking my Inbox first thing in the morning allows me to set my priorities, rather than allowing others to set the agenda for the day.
Why Lawyers Should Embrace Compassion
lawyers are taught to suppress or deny their emotional world. I’ve heard lawyers frequently say something like, “I never bring my emotions into a case.”
Why Every Lawyer Should Be Practicing Mindfulness (Part I)
Contrary to popular beliefs, lawyers aren’t robots. We’re humans with feelings, emotions, and limitations. (I know. This may be shocking to some of you.)
How To Know Suicide
One friend shared that once you know someone who committed suicide, the idea of taking your own life goes from abstract to a possibility. Another friend shared “it can happen, it does, and still, no one seems to know how to handle or discuss it.”
Wellness Webinars For Florida YLD Members
This May marks the Florida YLD’s second annual Health & Wellness Month. This initiative is designed to bring awareness to mental and physical issues that affect the quality of life of lawyers. Last year's goal was to start a conversation about the [...]
5 Ways For Lawyers To Beat Insomnia
Chronic insomniacs will relate when I say that sleep is oh-so-very precious.
Gentle Reminder: You Are A Human Being
I bumped into a friend on the streets of San Francisco last week. I stopped, delighted to see her, and asked, “How are you?” I haven’t seen her in over a year. “Ugh. I am so busy,” she replied. And she [...]
Why Corporate America Loves Mindfulness But Law Firms Resist It
The word mindfulness has been getting a lot of buzz recently. Even law firms are showing greater interest — offering mindfulness, meditation, and resiliency training. Seyfarth Shaw even has a meditation room in its Sydney office. List of corporations offering mindfulness [...]