The Renegade Lawyer Podcast

Ep. 187 – Breath Before Burnout: Dr. Seema Desai on Redefining Success, Joy, and Healing


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What if burnout wasn’t a sign you’re broken—but a sign it’s time to change?

In this powerful episode of the Renegade Lawyer Podcast, Ben Glass sits down with Dr. Seema Desai—former general dentist, executive coach, keynote speaker, and author—to explore the moment she realized success (on paper) wasn’t enough. From postpartum depression and a misaligned career to building a life rooted in joy, Dr. Desai’s story is one every high-achiever needs to hear.

They cover:

  • Why we must stop tying our self-worth to titles and boxes we didn’t choose
  • How parenting—and pain—can become your greatest leadership training
  • The role of the vagus nerve and breathwork in avoiding burnout
  • Why joy isn’t selfish—it’s your next competitive edge
  • Two practices you can do today to start designing a life that fits

If you’re a lawyer, doctor, or high-performer wondering, “Is this all there is?”—this conversation will wake you up and light you up.

Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Ben Glass is a nationally recognized personal injury and long-term disability insurance attorney in Fairfax, VA. Since 2005, Ben Glass and Great Legal Marketing have been helping solo and small firm lawyers make more money, get more clients and still get home in time for dinner. We call this TheGLMTribe.com

What Makes The GLM Tribe Special?

In short, we are the only organization within the "business builder for lawyers" space that is led by two practicing lawyers.

One thing we're sure you've noticed is that despite the variety of options within our space, no one else is mixing
the actual practice of law with business building in the way that we are.

There are no other organizations who understand the highs and lows of running a small law firm and are engaged in talking to real clients. That is what sets GLM apart from every other organization, and it is why we have had loyal members that have been with us for two-decades.




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