The HappyESQ. Podcast

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Welcome to The Happy Esq. Podcast — the show where we speak honestly about the challenges of practicing law and explore how to build a legal career that supports your well-being, not one you need to recover from. Whether you're a law student, a new associate, or a seasoned litigator, this podcast is your space. This week, host Aleks Litts dives into [insert topic of the episode], bringing you thoughtful reflections, practical tools, and real stories from within the legal profession. We’re here to break the silence around burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm — and instead focus on resilience, mental health, and reclaiming joy in the work we do. If you're looking to feel a little more supported — and a little less alone — you're in the right place.  Connect With Us If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review The Happy Esq. on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your positive feedback helps other legal professionals find this space. Have a question or topic suggestion? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: www.happyesquire.com Credits Host: Aleks Litts Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & Aleks Litts Music: Blackout Blues Production: Ezra Media Network Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time.

  1. Apr 1

    The Happy Esq: Episode 12 "Why Lawyers Need Mental Rest and How to Actually Create It"

    The Happy Esq. Podcast Show Notes Welcome to The Happy Esq. Podcast — the show where we speak honestly about the challenges of practicing law and explore how to build a legal career that supports your well-being, not one you need to recover from. Whether you're a law student, a new associate, or a seasoned litigator, this podcast is your space. This week, host Aleks Litts introduces listeners to The Happy Esq. Podcast, where each week we bring you thoughtful reflections, practical tools, and real stories from within the legal profession. We’re here to break the silence around burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm — and instead focus on resilience, mental health, and reclaiming joy in the work we do. If you're looking to feel a little more supported — and a little less alone — you're in the right place. Thanks for listening to The Happy Esq. You can be a great lawyer and still be a whole person. Let’s continue to talk about how. Checkout www.happyesquire.com for further information about The Happy Esq. Connect With Us If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review The Happy Esq. on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your positive feedback helps other legal professionals find this space. Have a question or topic suggestion? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: www.happyesquire.com Credits Host: Aleks Litts Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & Aleks Litts Music: Blackout Blues Production: Ezra Media Network  Thank you to our sponsor:  Delafran -Developing Lasting Franchises   https://delafran.com Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time.

    15 min
  2. Mar 25

    Happy Esq :Episode 11 "AI Ethics for Lawyers, Competence, Burnout and the Hidden Risk No One is Talking About"

    Welcome to The Happy Esq. Podcast — the show where we speak honestly about the challenges of practicing law and explore how to build a legal career that supports your well-being, not one you need to recover from. Whether you're a law student, a new associate, or a seasoned litigator, this podcast is your space. This week, host Aleks Litts introduces listeners to The Happy Esq. Podcast, where each week we bring you thoughtful reflections, practical tools, and real stories from within the legal profession. We’re here to break the silence around burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm — and instead focus on resilience, mental health, and reclaiming joy in the work we do. If you're looking to feel a little more supported — and a little less alone — you're in the right place. Thanks for listening to The Happy Esq. You can be a great lawyer and still be a whole person. Let’s continue to talk about how. Checkout www.happyesquire.com for further information about The Happy Esq. Connect With Us If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review The Happy Esq. on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your positive feedback helps other legal professionals find this space. Have a question or topic suggestion? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: www.happyesquire.com Credits Host: Aleks Litts Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & Aleks Litts Music: Blackout Blues Production: Ezra Media Network  Thank you to our sponsor:  Delafran -Developing Lasting Franchises   https://delafran.com Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time.

    21 min
  3. Mar 18

    The Happy Esq: Episode 10 "Imposter Syndrome in the Legal Profession, why even great lawyers doubt themselves"

    Welcome to The Happy Esq. Podcast — the show where we speak honestly about the challenges of practicing law and explore how to build a legal career that supports your well-being, not one you need to recover from. Whether you're a law student, a new associate, or a seasoned litigator, this podcast is your space. This week, host Aleks Litts dives into [insert topic of the episode], bringing you thoughtful reflections, practical tools, and real stories from within the legal profession. We’re here to break the silence around burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm — and instead focus on resilience, mental health, and reclaiming joy in the work we do. If you're looking to feel a little more supported — and a little less alone — you're in the right place.  Connect With Us If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review The Happy Esquire on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your positive feedback helps other legal professionals find this space. Have a question or topic suggestion? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: www.happyesquire.com Credits Host: Aleks Litts Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & Aleks Litts Music: Blackout Blues Production: Ezra Media Network   Thank you to our sponsor:  Delafran -Developing Lasting Franchises   https://delafran.com Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time. Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time.

    19 min
  4. Mar 11

    The Happy Esq.: Episode 9 "Trauma Informed Interviewing: The Skill Every Lawyer Should Have"

    Welcome to The Happy Esq. Podcast — the show where we speak honestly about the challenges of practicing law and explore how to build a legal career that supports your well-being, not one you need to recover from. Whether you're a law student, a new associate, or a seasoned litigator, this podcast is your space. This week, host Aleks Litts introduces listeners to The Happy Esq. Podcast, where each week we bring you thoughtful reflections, practical tools, and real stories from within the legal profession. We’re here to break the silence around burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm — and instead focus on resilience, mental health, and reclaiming joy in the work we do. If you're looking to feel a little more supported — and a little less alone — you're in the right place. Thanks for listening to The Happy Esq. You can be a great lawyer and still be a whole person. Let’s continue to talk about how. Checkout www.happyesquire.com for further information about The Happy Esq. Connect With Us If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review The Happy Esq. on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your positive feedback helps other legal professionals find this space. Have a question or topic suggestion? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: www.happyesquire.com Credits Host: Aleks Litts Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & Aleks Litts Music: Blackout Blues Production: Ezra Media Network  Thank you to our sponsor:  Delafran -Developing Lasting Franchises   https://delafran.com Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time.

    16 min
  5. Mar 4

    The Happy Esq.: Episode 8 "How Lawyers Can Challenge Their Inner Critic"

    Welcome to The Happy Esq. Podcast — the show where we speak honestly about the challenges of practicing law and explore how to build a legal career that supports your well-being, not one you need to recover from. Whether you're a law student, a new associate, or a seasoned litigator, this podcast is your space. This week, host Aleks Litts dives into [insert topic of the episode], bringing you thoughtful reflections, practical tools, and real stories from within the legal profession. We’re here to break the silence around burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm — and instead focus on resilience, mental health, and reclaiming joy in the work we do. If you're looking to feel a little more supported — and a little less alone — you're in the right place.  Connect With Us If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review The Happy Esquire on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your positive feedback helps other legal professionals find this space. Have a question or topic suggestion? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: www.happyesquire.com Credits Host: Aleks Litts Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & Aleks Litts Music: Blackout Blues Production: Ezra Media Network   Thank you to our sponsor:  Delafran -Developing Lasting Franchises   https://delafran.com Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time. Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esquire. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time.

    14 min
  6. Feb 25

    The Happy Esq. : Episode 7 "Practicing Law with SOUL"

    Welcome to The Happy Esq. Podcast — the show where we speak honestly about the challenges of practicing law and explore how to build a legal career that supports your well-being, not one you need to recover from. Whether you're a law student, a new associate, or a seasoned litigator, this podcast is your space. This week, host Aleks Litts introduces listeners to The Happy Esq. Podcast, where each week we bring you thoughtful reflections, practical tools, and real stories from within the legal profession. We’re here to break the silence around burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm — and instead focus on resilience, mental health, and reclaiming joy in the work we do. If you're looking to feel a little more supported — and a little less alone — you're in the right place. Thanks for listening to The Happy Esq. You can be a great lawyer and still be a whole person. Let’s continue to talk about how. Checkout www.happyesquire.com for further information about The Happy Esq. If you would like to dig deeper, here is the book featured on this episode:  The Soul of a Team: A Modern-Day Fable for Winning Teamwork by Tony Dungy (Author) Connect With Us If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review The Happy Esq. on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your positive feedback helps other legal professionals find this space. Have a question or topic suggestion? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: www.happyesquire.com Credits Host: Aleks Litts Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & Aleks Litts Music: Blackout Blues Production: Ezra Media Network Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time.

    17 min
  7. Feb 18

    The Happy ESQ.: Episode 6 "Self Awareness - A Lawyer Focused Definition"

    Welcome to The Happy Esq. Podcast — the show where we speak honestly about the challenges of practicing law and explore how to build a legal career that supports your well-being, not one you need to recover from. Whether you're a law student, a new associate, or a seasoned litigator, this podcast is your space. This week, host Aleks Litts introduces listeners to The Happy Esq. Podcast, where each week we bring you thoughtful reflections, practical tools, and real stories from within the legal profession. We’re here to break the silence around burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm — and instead focus on resilience, mental health, and reclaiming joy in the work we do. If you're looking to feel a little more supported — and a little less alone — you're in the right place. Thanks for listening to The Happy Esq. You can be a great lawyer and still be a whole person. Let’s continue to talk about how. Checkout www.happyesquire.com for further information about The Happy Esq. Connect With Us If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review The Happy Esq. on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your positive feedback helps other legal professionals find this space. Have a question or topic suggestion? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: www.happyesquire.com Credits Host: Aleks Litts Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & Aleks Litts Music: Blackout Blues Production: Ezra Media Network Go Deeper: Lawyering from the Inside Out by Nathalie Martin   Thank you to our sponsor:  Delafran -Developing Lasting Franchises   https://delafran.com Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time.

    12 min
  8. Feb 11

    The Happy ESQ.: Episode 5 "Emotional Intelligence for Lawyers"

    Welcome to The Happy Esq. Podcast — the show where we speak honestly about the challenges of practicing law and explore how to build a legal career that supports your well-being, not one you need to recover from. Whether you're a law student, a new associate, or a seasoned litigator, this podcast is your space. This week, host Aleks Litts introduces listeners to The Happy Esq. Podcast, where each week we bring you thoughtful reflections, practical tools, and real stories from within the legal profession. We’re here to break the silence around burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm — and instead focus on resilience, mental health, and reclaiming joy in the work we do. If you're looking to feel a little more supported — and a little less alone — you're in the right place. Thanks for listening to The Happy Esq. You can be a great lawyer and still be a whole person. Let’s continue to talk about how. Checkout www.happyesquire.com for further information about The Happy Esq. Connect With Us If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review The Happy Esq. on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your positive feedback helps other legal professionals find this space. Have a question or topic suggestion? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: www.happyesquire.com Credits Host: Aleks Litts Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & Aleks Litts Music: Blackout Blues Production: Ezra Media Network Go Deeper: Beyond Smart: Lawyering with Emotional Intelligence, Second Edition 2nd Edition by Ronda Muir (Author) Thank you to our sponsor:  Delafran -Developing Lasting Franchises   https://delafran.com Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time.

    16 min

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Welcome to The Happy Esq. Podcast — the show where we speak honestly about the challenges of practicing law and explore how to build a legal career that supports your well-being, not one you need to recover from. Whether you're a law student, a new associate, or a seasoned litigator, this podcast is your space. This week, host Aleks Litts dives into [insert topic of the episode], bringing you thoughtful reflections, practical tools, and real stories from within the legal profession. We’re here to break the silence around burnout, anxiety, and overwhelm — and instead focus on resilience, mental health, and reclaiming joy in the work we do. If you're looking to feel a little more supported — and a little less alone — you're in the right place.  Connect With Us If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review The Happy Esq. on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your positive feedback helps other legal professionals find this space. Have a question or topic suggestion? We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: www.happyesquire.com Credits Host: Aleks Litts Executive Producers: Marc Veazey & Aleks Litts Music: Blackout Blues Production: Ezra Media Network Thank you for joining us on The Happy Esq. We’re excited to continue helping you navigate the stress of a stressful career — with more joy, more clarity, and a little more ease. Until next time.