All posts tagged: Law Student Mental Health

Mixed Berries in Heart Shaped Bowl

Why We Created the Student Wellness Association

Enrolling at Temple Law was, hands-down, the best decision I’ve ever made. After just one year in law school, I’ve already taken classes that have shifted my perspective on the world, engaged with top-notch professors who always make time for their students, and, perhaps most notably, been consistently blown away by both the intellect and genuine kindness of my fellow classmates. As many other authors on this blog have noted, the Temple Law community is a uniquely welcoming place, and I am so grateful to be here. What I often neglect to mention about my law school experience is that my 1L year was also one of my most challenging. When I first started at Temple Law, I believed I had a solid self-care plan in place. I meditated daily, attended a local yoga class two times per week, and prioritized taking time to relax with friends and family. Because my background includes counseling individuals with anxiety and depression, I knew firsthand how important it was going to be for me to take care of …

Stressed Out

Do You Have the Time to Listen to Me Whine?

Yes. Seriously. About nothing and everything all at once. And it’s not whining. Law students and lawyers tend to put their heads in the sand when thinking about issues in their own lives. As lawyers, we are so busy solving other people’s problems – defending a criminal charge, drafting a contract, bringing a workers’ compensation claim, or working on whatever is put in front of us by a client – that sometimes we forget to check in with our own health and well-being. Perhaps because of our role in society (and, if we are being honest, our egos) we tend to think that we can handle our problems ourselves. This perception is misguided and can lead to serious consequences if the stakes are high. Trying to tackle our own issues of mental health or addiction without professional help can be an uphill battle. Yet, a lack of self-care is particularly pronounced when it comes to these issues. We suffer in silence, letting the repercussions affect our work, personal life, and well-being. If one of us …