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December 20, 2024

Winding Down the Year

The end of the year often brings an overwhelming feeling of nostalgia. We are bombarded with lists of remarkable events from the previous year usually led up with the phrase, "Best of 2024." These lists allow us to relive some of the brightest and shiniest moments of the previous year and dwell in them just a little bit longer. By directing our attention in this way, we are invited to reflect … [Read more...]

Article by Sarah MacGillis / Current Events Commentary, Well-Being / best of, nostalgia, year end

November 21, 2024

The Empty Chair at the Holiday Table – Navigating Grief During the Holiday Season

I was in Marshalls combing the racks for Christmas presents for my family when it came on. Over the store speakers, Bing Crosby sang, “I’ll be home for Christmas.” Right there, in the household section among non-stick pans and fancy table settings, I started crying. I’m pretty sure I put my hand over my heart, as if it would burst if I didn’t hold it inside my chest cavity. It was the first … [Read more...]

Article by Sarah MacGillis / Grief, Uncategorized / grief, Holidays, loss

September 30, 2024

Gratitude: A Habit Worth Developing and Sustaining

Let’s face it—we lawyers have stressful jobs. Between the long hours, client expectations, opposing counsel, numerous deadlines, and emotionally draining facts in some of our cases, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. We know that these types of job stressors can lead to all kinds of unwelcome conditions: compassion fatigue, burnout, anxiety, and even depression. But what would you say if I told you … [Read more...]

Article by Sarah MacGillis / Gratitude, The Path to Lawyer Wellbeing / Gratitude

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