My mindfulness practice has been nothing short of transformative. I am better able to manage stress, to sleep well, and to stay present with my clients. I know I would have been a happier lawyer if I had had this resource when I was practicing law. And I have seen the concrete benefits of mindfulness among so many clients. As a result, I am always interested in sharing this incredible practice with others. Currently, Sounds True is offering an online Mindfulness & Meditat

Today, I spoke to about 40 law students at GA State's College of Law about mindfulness. GSU has a Mindfulness in the Law Society that sponsors weekly guided meditation sessions and yoga classes as well as a Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction class. I am just thrilled that the interest in mindfulness has made its way into law schools. Hopefully, the next generation of lawyers will have new tools for promoting well-being. I used the image above to encourage the students to r

Recently, I've spoken to several different lawyers' groups about ways to improve well-being. I always share the benefits of meditation in managing stress, anxiety, and depression. Invariably, some folks are skeptical of their ability to begin a meditation practice. It sounds daunting to try to carve out time each day to sit quietly and still the mind. I often respond by suggesting that they start by simply lengthening their inhales and exhales a couple of times a day. We

Tonight, I'm speaking to a group of attorneys with the Georgia Association of Women Lawyers about the benefits of mindfulness. Since taking a Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction class last summer, I have been cultivating my own mindfulness practice and often reflect on how these skills would have served me when I was practicing law. Through a regular meditation practice, I have noticed that I am better able to recognize when an experience triggers negative emotions and to wat

Many people are interested in beginning a meditation practice, but aren't sure how to start. A recent New York Times piece provides straightforward instructions on meditation as well as several guided meditations. By committing just a few minutes each day to meditation, you can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression and increase calm, happiness, and brain functioning. #Mindfulness #Meditation #Stress #Anxiety #Depression