Presented by the CBA Well-Being Subcommittee

The legal profession carries one of the highest rates of burnout, anxiety, and depression of any field. Mounting pressure to perform, an always-on work culture, and the relentless pace of technological change are leaving their mark on careers, on well-being, and on lives.

Finding genuine rest and real distance from the constant demands of connected devices grows more difficult every year. Stress has settled across the profession at every level - from those just starting out, to those at the top.

This program will explore:

• An introduction to mindfulness tailored specifically for lawyers and legal practice
• Mental health in the legal profession: confronting the realities we too often ignore
• The power of meditation and its measurable impact on well-being and performance
• Emotional intelligence as a practical tool for lawyers in high-stakes environments
• Technology and techno-stress — tactics to protect your right to disconnect

Whether you are a seasoned practitioner, a junior associate, or a law student just beginning your career, this is a program designed to meet you where you are and give you tools you can use immediately.

Presenter
Dr. Thomas Telfer, Emeritus Professor, Western University, Faculty of Law

Moderator
Peter E. Anandranistakis, Legal Counsel, Qualico Developments Canada Ltd. and member of the CBA Well-Being Subcommittee