NYSBA Podcast New York State Bar Association

Libby and Kerry talk about attorney wellness in the time of COVID-19, what they're learning about the profession from their research, and the pervasiveness of maladaptive perfectionism in the legal profession.

Libby and Kerry talk to Kathleen Fyfe about the three keys to making a systemic change to culture as large and diverse as the legal industry; authentic awareness of what gets rewarded, aligned leadership to implement changes, open to the outcome of the process.

Libby and Kerry talk with Beth Novik about the benefits of mindfulness and how it can lead you to be a better problem solver and more productive and creative. They also discuss the importance of making mindful transitions between work and home and how beneficial mantras are.

Libby and Kerry talk with Stephen Gallagher and C. Bruce Lawrence about the role meaning and purpose play for senior lawyers. They also talk about the need for the legal profession to have a serious dialogue about utilizing the skills of attorneys currently in the workforce that are age 55 and up as well as finding ways to create forums that would enable young lawyers to meet with experienced lawyers.

Libby and Kerry talk to Dr. Tara Shelby, N.D. about being physically addicted to stress, what happens in the body, and how it affects overall wellbeing. They also discuss what type of treatments are most effective for lawyers breaking the cycle.