Trial Magazine

Schedule time to exercise and rest as if it’s like any other meeting on your calendar. Viewing time for yourself as “protected time” is so important—it’s just as critical as being productive.

Jamie Mauhay Powers, Kershaw Talley Barlow, Sacramento, CA

Meditation helps me to be clear in the present moment. It makes me a better listener (for example, when taking depositions) and has reduced my blood pressure.

Shakuntla L. Bhaya, Doroshow Pasquale Krawitz & Bhaya, Newark, DE

I set small, specific goals and stick to them. If your goals are too big or broad, it’s much harder to hold yourself accountable.

Andrea R. Young, Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, Holland, OH

Spend time outside regardless of the weather. Give yourself time to appreciate life and those around you.

John Feroleto, John Feroleto, Attorneys at Law, Buffalo, NY

I practice mindfulness and stay aware of my thoughts so I can respond to them in the right way. I’m a much better lawyer when I respond thoughtfully instead of reacting!

Brett A. Rivkind, Rivkind & Margulies, Miami, FL

At least twice a day I call my wife to say “hi” and chat about what we’d like to have for dinner, our little one’s latest personality developments, and more. It affords me a reset—reminding me of the many things I have to be thankful for.

Nathan J. D. Veldhuis, Whitcomb Selinsky, Fredericksburg, VA