Well-Being

Jamie Spannhake | Boredom isn’t wasted time. It’s a biological recovery process. Reintroducing it even in small ways can improve creativity, balance and long-term sustainability in legal work.

Trial attorney Miles J. Feldman uses mindfulness techniques to maintain composure in high-stakes, high-conflict situations. What began as a way to manage stress has evolved into a framework he relies on every day.

Jamie Spannhake says change often feels like a problem to solve, or an obstacle to overcome. But the real obstacle is our belief that things will remain the same. Here are five ways to handle change gracefully and with less stress.

Generic wellness advice often fails lawyers because it ignores context, says Jamie Spannhake. “Reduce stress” and “improve work-life balance” assume stress is the same. It isn’t.

Being "the responsible one" is often a source of pride for lawyers, says Jamie Spannhake. But constant responsibility can cause chronic stress. Thankfully, there are ways to deal with the health effects beyond "do yoga better."

The best attorney’s valentine gift is all analog. How do I say I love thee? Let me enumerate the potentialities. I could send you flowers, like it’s 1873. I could take you to dinner, because watching me chew steak is your favorite show. ...

Don Blackwell makes the case for moving beyond mere "civility" and committing to compassionate professionalism among colleagues, clients and opponents.

As we enter another year, we don’t need to create more pressure for ourselves. Jamie Spannhake has five ways to use this season to restore and build energy for the new year.

The office holiday party is here, threatening to send your anxiety into new realms of oh-by-golly, and Bull Garlington is going to hold your hand the whole time.

Jamie Spannhake | This Thanksgiving season, consider how acts of service, large or small, can strengthen both your community and your own well-being.