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2022 Well-Being Week in Law


 

30 Minute Yoga Break
Charlene Pratt, Esq.
Monday, May 2, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Join us for 30 minutes of yoga poses you can perform at your home or office which can increase your physical and mental strength! Learn all about the benefits of yoga and some tips when practicing on your own. 

Civility: The Cornerstone of Professionalism; and It’s Good for Your Health
Victoria M. Almeida, Esq., Adler Pollock & Sheehan, PC
Tuesday, May 3, 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
In this program, the speaker discusses civility, how it ties into an attorney’s license to practice and good standing status, and how it affects mental health.

Ergonomics 101
Dr. Stephen M. Estner, DC

Time TBD
In this program, the speaker offers tips on improving posture and reducing back, neck, and wrist strain, advice to potentially help prevent staff injuries. The speaker reviews how to configure your office space effectively, stretches, finger exercises, and even office equipment recommendations.
More information on this program will be available soon.

Take 15! Mini Mindfulness Breaks
Patricia McLaughlin, Esq.
 

Tuesday, May 3, 12:15 – 12:30 p.m.
Take 15! - Part 1  
Join us for 15 minutes of breath and relaxation as you reset your day. We’ll also share some ideas about how to carry that relaxation through your day.

Wednesday, May 4, 12:15 – 12:30 p.m.
Take 15! - Part 2
Join us for a 15-minute session to discuss ways to mindfully manage challenging situations and to share in some breath and relaxation techniques before turning to your afternoon.

Thursday, May 5, 12:15 – 12:30 p.m.
Take 15! - Part 3
Join us for a 15-minute discussion about self-care and practice some mindfulness techniques to improve your overall wellbeing.

Financial Planning 101
Niraj Chhabra & Ian Murray
Friday, May 6, 11:00 – 12:00 pm
Take control of your financial future and reduce your stress! This program, designed for attorneys of all ages, reviews critical facets for organizing your finances and maximizing your long-term financial health. Whether you are juggling student loans, mortgages, or saving for retirement, you’ll learn tips to help you improve your financial health.


Step it Up Contest!

Do you have Fitbit or other step tracker? We’re having a step-it-up contest where the three members with the most recorded steps during Well-Being Week can win great health-related prizes! Just track your steps each day during Well-Being Week, and email us a photo of your device showing the total number of steps you recorded at the end of each day, every day that week. We’ll total your steps and reward the top three steppers!

Resources & Helpful Information

We’ll also be pushing out materials each day during Well-Being Week from USI New England, the Bar’s relationship administrator with Blue Cross Blue Shield and Delta Dental, on stress management, financial wellness, mindfulness, dental hygiene, preventive care and cancer prevention, and more!

 

We hope you’ll join other legal professionals around the country participating in Well-Being Week in Law and take advantage of these free and fun resources and activities! Keep an eye on your inboxes May 2-6, 2022.