Archive for November, 2010

Depression in the Legal Community

Depression in the Legal Community

By Michael Hilgers, M.A., Licensed Professional Counselor

Much has been written about mental health and the legal profession over the past decade. During that time, awareness programs have been launched at the national, state, and … Keep Reading!

 

Surviving the holidays

The holidays are usually defined as a time of family get-togethers, good food and drink, and relaxation. But for a lot of us, the holidays are difficult in a number of ways. Going into debt, dealing with family conflict, high … Keep Reading!

 

Terminal Language

Always and Never. Two simple words that often get used to paint broad strokes of blame and justification. They leave no room for exception. Always and Never epitomize black and white thinking in a world that is mostly gray. When … Keep Reading!

 

Interesting Twist on Job Related Stress

Job killing you? Stressed mob bosses seek help

By FRANCES D’EMILIO 

The Associated Press

REGGIO CALABRIA, Italy — The mafia boss was having a dreadful time dealing with loss. But he wasn’t struggling with the loss of lives, or even … Keep Reading!

 

Embracing Weakness

I often get to interact with amazing people who are so focused on their shortcomings that they fail to notice the areas in which they excel. They beat themselves up for struggling with “___________” or not being good at “______________.” … Keep Reading!