On this episode of Great Practice Great Life, Kevin Snyder, a respected attorney and member of the California Bar, joins Steve to reveal the vital interplay between happiness and professional achievement.

Amid his candid reflections, Kevin shares his battle with clinical depression and how it led to the creation of his Happiness Advantage Scorecard. Through this conversation, we unpack the significance of mental well-being and its impact on a thriving legal career and a fulfilled life.

Steve and Kevin redefine happiness and success, drawing from Kevin's transformative practices like the Miracle Morning routine and his revolutionary 90-day focus exercise. We discuss essential habits—hydration, meditation, gratitude, and more—that enhance daily productivity and personal happiness. Kevin's insights on addressing every day "tolerations" and prioritizing family time offer practical strategies to improve life satisfaction and work-life balance.

Steve and Kevin also touch upon the power of literature and resilience, reflecting on inspiring stories like Viktor Frankl's. Kevin emphasizes the role of discipline, journaling, and positive affirmations in personal growth, culminating in the concept of the transformative happiness scorecard.

This episode offers a holistic approach to creating a joyful and prosperous life, urging listeners to take proactive steps toward their own happiness and professional excellence.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Kevin Snyder's journey from clinical depression to creating the Happiness Advantage Scorecard
• The importance of mental well-being in sustaining a thriving legal career
• An introduction to and benefits of the Miracle Morning routine and 90-day focus exercise
• Essential daily habits: hydration, meditation, gratitude practices, and night recap
• Addressing "tolerations" and prioritizing family time for better work-life balance
• The impact of literature and resilience, with reflections on Viktor Frankl's work
• The power of disciplined routines, journaling, and positive affirmations

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Supporting Resources:

• Kevin's Happiness Scorecard: https://atticusadvantage.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Scorecard-Happiness-Advantage.pdf

• The Path to a Great Practice & Great Life: atticusadvantage.com/workshops/the-path-to-a-great-practice-great-life/

• Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl: www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/0807014273

• I Escaped From Auschwitz by Rudolf Vrba: www.amazon.com/Escaped-Auschwitz-Actions-Largest-Single/dp/1631584715

• Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod: www.amazon.com/Miracle-Morning-Updated-Expanded-Not-So-Obvious/dp/163774434X

• The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman: www.amazon.com/Daily-Stoic-Meditations-Wisdom-Perseverance/dp/0735211736

• The War of Art by Steven Pressfield: www.amazon.com/The-War-of-Art-Steven-Pressfield-audiobook/dp/B07PTBYH2G

• The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron: www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252

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