Surveys administered earlier this year by ALM Intelligence and Bloomberg Law (separately) confirm that well-being in the legal profession has suffered -- attorneys of color and attorneys early in their careers are impacted most. Findings that well-being in the…
Particularly with the pandemic, we need to pay attention to feelings of 'languish,' which although not a diagnosable mental illness, could be a risk factor for depression and other mental health conditions. Recognizing Languish “Languishing describes low mental well-being…
The Institute for Well-Being in Law is conducting a survey to better understand burnout and what contributes to it in the legal profession. While research in recent years has confirmed elevated rates of problematic alcohol use and symptoms of…
As the Massachusetts legal profession works to overcome stigma and improve well-being, we'll have opportunities for individuals to share their stories of recovery from addiction and substance use as well as other mental health struggles. Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers…
In the chaos of parenting during a pandemic, mindfulness strategies can be so helpful but also feel out of reach -- and a recent program offered tips to help. Practical strategies to approach incorporating mindfulness as a parent in…
February is American Heart Month! Get strategies to protect your heart during such stressful times from Dr. Tracey Meyers in this 25-minute installment of Webinars for Busy Lawyers. It is no secret that the legal profession has to deal…
Sleep is important to our health in many ways, but getting as much as we need is easier said than done. Get tips and insight on what matters most as a busy and stressed lawyer or law student. The demands…
For individuals and organizations alike, time management and productivity strategies can be foundational for overall well-being and success, particularly in the legal profession. The trick about time management is that you need to make time for it in the first…
The right habits can make a big difference for busy lawyers and law students -- but making them stick can be challenging. Shifting our focus to our environment (and 'keystone habits') can make a big difference. Some habits that…
September is Self-Care Awareness Month. Although it's become a trendy concept, self-care is still elusive to many in the legal profession. Self-Care Basics for the Legal Profession Practicing self-care sounds lovely, but is easier said than done when you're…