Attorney and performance mastery coach Emily Heird breaks down how lawyers can manage their energy—not just their time—to perform at their best without burning out. She explains the importance of recovery, rest, and focus management, while sharing practical strategies around sleep, nutrition, digital boundaries, and leadership modeling within law firms.
00:00 – Emily Heird explains the difference between time and energy management for lawyers.
01:30 – Best sleep practices and why consistent routines are essential for peak performance.
03:00 – How to schedule breaks and recovery periods to maintain focus and productivity.
05:30 – Smart eating and drinking habits to sustain mental sharpness throughout the day.
08:00 – Managing notifications and creating device-free time for better recovery.
10:00 – How firm leaders can model healthy work habits and reduce false urgency.
13:30 – Practical ways lawyers can apply energy management strategies this week.
Mental Performance Unleashed with Emily Heird helps legal professionals build mental strength, emotional resilience, and sustainable high performance. Each episode delivers actionable strategies to help lawyers operate like top-performing athletes—focused, balanced, and fulfilled.