By Jim Eischen “Seek mindfulness.” This persistent mantra echoes in the wellness community. Thought leaders in the business, healthcare, and yes, even legal communities, preach mindfulness as a necessary solution to nearly all present-day...
By Marta Manus, Leadership Coach and Workplace Culture Consultant In 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially classified burnout as an “occupational phenomenon,” and defined it as “A syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic...
By Amy J. Lepine This single line from Desiderata expresses the basic reason I practice at wellness. The habits that we cultivate in our lives, whether consciously or not, are very powerful. Most often,...
By Marta Manus and Megan M. Moore Personal Perspectives After suffering from severe burnout eight years into her legal career, Marta Manus knew there had to be a better way of working and leading...
By Heidi Weaver “Scenic Route.” Do you ever see those signs on the side of the highway and think to yourself, “I wonder where that road goes? I wish I had time to take...
By Megan M. Moore When we become curious, we are more likely to listen deeply and learn from a neutral place. As we get more curious, we better understand our own and others’ behavior,...
By Amy J. Lepine Do you ever feel disconnected or wish you could relate to people on a deeper level? Tonglen could be the answer. This ancient Tibetan practice in compassion breaks down the...
This article was originally published in the Sep/Oct 2021 issue of San Diego Lawyer Magazine. By Renée N.G. Stackhouse The social justice movements over the past year have led to increased discussions on diversity, equity, and...
By Pauline Villanueva ’Tis the season to give thanks, count our blessings, and remember all the things we have to be grateful for. For some, this is a welcome reminder; for others, it is...
This article was originally published in the Sep/Oct 2021 issue of San Diego Lawyer Magazine. By Bhashini Weerasinghe A favorite quote among gymnasts is: “Have the strength to hold on, and the courage to let go!”...