This year has been rather different for many legal professionals. The usual stressors—like tight deadlines and high stakes—are still there, but now they’re mixed with new challenges. The job market feels more unstable than ever, long-standing laws and regulations are quickly changing, and previously unknown stressors seem to be popping up daily, leaving even the most seasoned lawyers feeling … [Read more...]
A Time to Reflect, A Time to Support: October’s Focus on Mental Health
By: Kendra Brodin, Esq., MSW, LCL Board Member The first full week of October is recognized nationally as Mental Illness Awareness Week (October 5-11) and October 10 marks World Mental Health Day, important reminders that mental health is a concern not just for individuals, but for communities and professions everywhere. For many in the legal community, these observances can stir up a mix of … [Read more...]
When Perfect Isn’t Possible: Facing Maladaptive Perfectionism in the Legal Profession
In law school, perfectionism can feel like an important survival skill. Perfect precision is rewarded, lofty standards are expected, and being “almost right,” well, it just isn’t good enough. But what happens when that desire to be perfect morphs into something harmful, something that makes even small mistakes feel like personal failings? That’s the territory of maladaptive perfectionism, and it’s … [Read more...]
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