Lawyer Life Experiment

Lawyer Life Experiment

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Lawyer Life Experiment episodes

  • #29 Book Talk: "Working Identity" and "Mr Unavailable and The Fallback Girl"

    In this episode, Anya and Frieda explore the theme of getting unstuck in our romantic relationships and in our careers. We all sometimes find ourselves feeling lost or stuck, walking in a fog. These books take us on a journey of self-discovery, unconventional strategies for reinvention and finding your way when the path is unclear. Join us as we uncover the secrets to navigating career transitions and breaking free from unhealthy relationships.

    0m27s - Intro
    3m11s - Anya talks about the book that changed her career trajectory - "Working Identity: Unconventional Strategies for Reinventing Your Career" by Herminia Ibarra.
    20m55s - Frieda talks about the book "Mr Unavailable and the Fallback Girl” by Natalie Lue that appeared in her life at just the right time.

    We would love to hear your stories of getting unstuck in your career and romantic relationships! Email us your stories at and .  

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    38 min
  • #28 Book Talk: "Four Thousand Weeks" and "The Art of Possibility"

    We are trying something new this week! We love thought-provoking books and often share book recommendations with clients. In this episode, we each reflect on one book which we've found inspiring on our journeys as lawyers and coaches. 

    0m50s - we discuss the experiment of the previous episode "The Power of Pets in Stress Management"
    8m00s - Frieda talks about the book "Four Thousand Weeks". It's a thought-provoking exploration of embracing the finite nature of time and making the most of our limited weeks on this Earth.
    22m45s - Anya talks about the book "The Art of Possiblity" which presents 12 practices and mindset shifts for individuals seeking to redefine success, unleash their full potential, and create a more fulfilling and balanced life both personally and professionally.

    We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions for future episodes! Reach out to us at and .  

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    40 min
  • #27 The power of pets in stress management

    It is Mental Health Awareness month. Join us as we dive into the science-backed benefits of spending time with a pet, from reducing anxiety and depression to helping you balance your energy for a more sustainable career. Frieda's dogs even take part in her coaching sessions! As always, we finish with an experiment and you can already guess that it will involve spending time with animals!

    We would love to hear your thoughts. Please get in touch with Frieda at and Anya at .  

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    30 min
  • #26 The Joys of Conflict

    In this episode, Frieda and Anya explore the often-overlooked benefits of conflict. While most people view conflict as something negative to be avoided, we argue (no pun intended!) that conflict can be a powerful tool for positive change and improving relationships. Join us as we delve into how conflict can help us better understand ourselves and others, build stronger relationships, and improve workplace dynamics.

    We would love to hear your thoughts. Please get in touch with Frieda at and Anya at .  

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    34 min
  • #25 Connected vs Contactable. Musings on the power of choice.

    In this episode, we explore the concept of choice in the legal profession. Lawyers are so aware of the legal rights, but how do we navigate the limits of our own autonomy, are lawyers truly in control of their own daily actions or are they following the rules set by the system? We'll talk about how our mindsets impact our daily choices. We will also touch on the concept of "power of choice" from Viktor Frankl, which holds that even in dire circumstances, one can always choose one's attitude and mindset.  Join us as we question if lawyers truly exercise choice in their daily lives.

    We would love to hear your thoughts. Please get in touch with Frieda at and Anya at .  

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    23 min
  • #24 Reflections: Look Back to Move Forward

    Join Anya and I for the final episode of 2022 as we reflect on the good, the bad and the ugly of 2022! Reflecting doesn’t come naturally to a lot of people. Often, we just sweep the past under the rug and move on forwards without a second thought. However, it’s actually really beneficial to acknowledge our achievements, to understand our challenges and to identify the things we've learned about ourselves and others, so that we can step into the future with intention. So grab a cuppa and come and have a giggle with us as we close off the year.
    Happy holidays!
    With Love, 
    Frieda and Anya

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    39 min
  • #23 Fighting for a Cause

    With COP27 underway, we are reflecting on how climate change (and other world issues for this matter) affect lawyers personally. We have multiple elements in our life that want balance. Giving back affects us deeply. What we do might feel in dissonance with what we believe in. Or causes that matter to us might feel too big for us to change.  In this episode, we explore how we can express what matters to us within our lives in a way that is meaningful and available without having to drastically change our life.  

    We would love to hear your thoughts. Please get in touch with Frieda at and Anya at .  

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    24 min
  • #22 Mental health stories

    If you've had enough of mental health training, this episode is for you! We have heard so much about mental health in the wake of Covid, we became immune to the word.
    In this episode, Frieda and Anya share personal stories to give you an insight into feelings, thoughts and other signs of when things are not going right and it's time to take action or ask for help. In fact, we'd encourage you to take action a step earlier than both podcasters did!

    You are your best tool. Hone it!

    We would love to hear your thoughts. Please get in touch with Frieda at and Anya at .  

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    26 min
  • #21 Retaining talent following The Great Resignation

    Many people in the legal world changed jobs or quit their careers altogether during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, we explore the reasons WHY people are choosing to shake up their livelihoods and investigate new opportunities and different ways of working - both inside and outside the law.  We also discuss what HR teams and Managers can do to retain key talent in this post-COVID world.

    We would love to hear your thoughts. Please get in touch with Frieda at and Anya at .  

    Please rate, review and subscribe.   

    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    We love hearing how experiments work out for you. Email us at and .  

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    31 min
  • #20 When lawyers meet failure

    What beliefs do you hold about yourself around mistakes? Have you ever failed and what impact has it had on you? Join us as we talk about the psychology of failure and the impact of self-talk. Learn about association-disassociation from failure. And try the practical exercise on managing negative self-talk to build resilience, improve confidence and free up your potential.

    If you would like to do deeper work on confidence and rewrite disempowering self-talk, please get in touch with Frieda at and Anya at .  

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    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    We love hearing how experiments work out for you. Email us at and .  

    Please rate, review and subscribe.   

    (Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)

    30 min

About Lawyer Life Experiment

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Hosts Anya Smirnova and Frieda Levycky use their experience as lawyers and coaches to address the myriad of day-to-day issues which make every lawyer question whether work-life balance is ever…