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Feeling Defensive
As lawyers, it is our job to be right. To get the right answer, to find the right solution, to have the right words. In truth, you could say that about any profession,…
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Relationships
Our relationships with the people in our lives are at the root of every challenge in our lives. Our relationships with others play a significant role in our happiness. How do we improve…
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I “Should” Help, I’m an Attorney
The delightfully irritating word “should.” Should is such a worthless word. The word “should” only matters when we are talking about something factual, provable, demonstrable. My coffee pot should turn on when I…
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Emotional Childhood
This blog post explores the concept of "emotional childhood" and how it can impact our professional relationships. It discusses the importance of taking ownership of our feelings instead of blaming others, and how…
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Being Curious
Being curious. As humans we often spend a significant amount of our time frustrated with those around us. We rant and rave at them in our heads. We boil beneath forced smiles. For…
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What’s the Worst That Could Happen?
If given the opportunity, we will most certainly come up with reasons why we aren’t doing all sorts of things and we will BELIEVE all of those reasons. Becoming aware of this cycle…
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People-ing
This year for the holidays, I have been spending a lot of time thinking about relationships and our interactions with other people in our lives. The holidays often conjure up tense emotions and…
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Other Humans – How to Deal
Autumn Noble explores the concept of "shoulds" - expectations we place on others that often lead to stress and dissatisfaction. It offers a fresh perspective on how to manage these expectations and improve…
