Harmonizing Your Legal Practice: Thriving at the Intersection of Law & Wellness

In today's fast-paced legal world, neglecting well-being can lead to career burnout and setbacks. Research reveals lawyers and law students often face chronic stress, depression, and substance abuse, affecting decision-making for themselves and their clients. Explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness, encompassing various aspects like physical, emotional, social, and financial wellness. Acquire essential knowledge to prioritize well-being, navigate professional challenges, and thrive personally and professionally. Join Ms. Gutierrez to delve into the definition of competency and its impairment due to stress and substance abuse, the effects of chronic stress on the legal profession, and strategies to enhance wellness.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Identify each dimension of wellness and how they contribute to overall well-being. A self-assessment tool will be provided to help individuals gauge their current status in each dimension
2. Gain insights into each dimension of wellness and how they intersect within the legal profession 
3. Explore how specific challenges or stressors in the legal field impact different dimensions of wellness
4. Discover strategies to integrate wellness practices into daily life and professional practice