• Work Life Balance

    Some is Better than None

    Everyone is super busy right now.  Exams, new jobs, end of the year wind-downs, the holidays, family–the list goes on and on!  It’s so easy for our health to take a backseat when there seems to be so many more pressing issues.  But it’s so important that we take on the attitude that our health isn’t something that can be compromised.  I struggle with this mindset everyday.  It’s so easy to just buy lunch, instead of packing something healthy; to sleep in, instead of getting up early to exercise.  But I also know that the more I put off my health, the harder I’m making it for myself because the…

  • Law School,  Work Life Balance

    Easy and Healthy Snacks for Stressful Times

    For people that knew me in law school, they may laugh that I’m about to encourage people to eat healthy during law school finals. I would laugh too. Not only did I tend to not snack healthy during school, but I wasn’t eating healthy–period. So, I totally understand how during this time in school, you’re more likely to say, “screw it,” and go to bed instead of packing a healthy lunch for the next day. Or more likely, say, “screw it,” and eat the free pizza that the bar prep course/student organization is offering instead of staying cooped up at the library. But it’s not just easy to eat poorly…

  • Law School,  Legal Practice,  Work Life Balance

    Three Simple Ways to Reduce Stress

    The posts this week have been a little stress-inducing, right? Law school debt and rejection–not exactly something that keeps you calm. So, let’s talk stress relief!  Although I know some of us are in the midst of mid-terms, job applications, cases, LSAT prep, life in general, so things are hella hectic, and trying a new treatment might not be the best option right now. But I really like to emphasize the importance of healthy living because while many of us can handle heavy pressure, it’s very difficult to flourish under it. And I want to live a life where I thrive and grow–not just one that I can withstand. I…