Legal Well Being

JJ Wenrich is a Certified Financial Planner and author of the book Teaching Kids To Buy Stocks.In Episode 19, we talk about what financial well-being means to the legal profession, as well as the micro steps we can take to get there. You can learn more about JJ by visiting www.jjwenrich.com.

Mike Collins knows that being labeled as the “The Anti" Guy isn't always easy (think anti- candy, anti- soda, etc). Thirty years ago, Mike was a drug addict who used sugar to beat his habit, only to discover that sugar was just as addictive.Mike's views may be different than some of ours, but that doesn't mean we can't learn a thing or two from his experiences. In this episode, we have a great heart to heart about sugar, how it impacts our mood, the psychology of comfort food, and so much more.Learn more about Mike by visiting www.sugaraddiction.com.

In this episode, we chat with lawyer Dina Cataldo, who shares her intimate story of how a breast cancer diagnosis made her re-evaluate herself, her work and how she approached her life. You can learn more about Dina at dinacataldo.com.

Kathryne (Katie) Young, lawyer and PhD, is the author of How to Be (Sort of) Happy in Law School.In this episode, we have a heart to heart with Katie about what bar associations, legal communities, law schools, and law students can do to improve their overall well-being. We talk about about a few highlights in the book, and share a couple laughs. You can find How to Be (Sort of) Happy in Law School on Amazon, or learn more on sortofhappy.com.

It's a triple threat episode: we have 3 amazing guests today.Tim Ebl and Kyla Degenais talk about the premise of their book, The 90 Day Meditation Challenge.In the second half of the episode, we talk to Sora Vernikoff, author of Eat What You Want! Stop When You Want!. Sora shoots us straight on how to eat mindfully so we can eat what we want, when we want.You can find both books on Amazon.com.

In this episode, we spoke to John Kennedy about neuroplasticity training.John is a rockstar in the field of Targeted Neuroplastic Training (TNT), which he explains more in depth at the top of the podcast interview.John has worked with the Marines, Snipers, Special Operations forces and their instructors, pilots, professional athletes, business people and more. Pretty cool, right? You can learn more about John by visiting combatbraintraining.com.

In this episode, we hear from Paige Stewart and Jennifer Belemu from the Heartland School in Columbus, Ohio. Heartland School is one of less than 50 recovery schools in the country. In the episode, we talk about the power of peer support, community and recovering out loud.

Lisa Abramson is more than the polished speaker, author and coach.After having her first child, Lisa suffered from a rare condition called postpartum psychosis which led Lisa to suicidal thoughts and being committed against her will. Lisa talks to us candidly about her ups and downs, and tells us how we can learn to be resilient AF.You can find more info on Lisa by visiting lisaabramson.com or by reading our blog post about her on https://sweatours.com/law-students%2Flawyers/f/how-to-be-resilient.

Lisa Boucher is the author of the award winning book, Raising the Bottom: Making Mindful Choices in a Drinking Culture. In this episode, we talk to Lisa about the drinking culture in the legal profession: what's going wrong and how we can make things right. For over twenty-eight years, Lisa has worked with hundreds of women to overcome alcoholism, and live better lives. Lisa is dedicated to helping women recover from alcoholism, and has extended her reach to educate and help corporations deal with the growing addiction problem that has permeated every sphere of American life. An Ohio native, Lisa is the author of five books, she holds a BA in English, and is the mother of twin sons.

Maris DeGener is the subject of the recent Netflix documentary, I Am Maris. Maris is a certified yoga teacher and mental health advocate who seeks to spread the healing powers of yoga, whole foods, and mindful living through her blog and teaching practices.In this episode, Maris talks about her life experiences and lessons around stress and anxiety, and how those apply to law students and lawyers in today’s world.Maris has been featured by CNN health, NPR, Seventeen and others and has been spotlighted for her fearless authenticity and raising awareness of eating disorders and mental health.Website: www.yogamaris.net Instagram: instagram.com/yogamaris Documentary: www.iammarismovie.com