The Resilient Lawyer: Tools for Thriving Amid Adversity and Stress

Receptiveness to criticism and the ability to bounce back from setbacks: these are two measures of resilience. On average, lawyers score in the bottom 30 percent of the population on these measures.

In your fast-paced and demanding legal practice, it is essential to maintain your focus, health, and vitality so that you can deliver reliable and efficient client service. This session will explore the science of resilience and its application to the practice of law. You will walk away with practical resilience strategies to prevent stress and recover from adversity.

Learning objectives:

• Understand how your body responds to stress
• Learn how to be more receptive to criticism and feedback
• Develop strategies to bounce back from the challenges of practicing law

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