The Thriving Lawyer

The Thriving Lawyer

Hosted by: Kathleen Brenner

A podcast to help you thrive as a lawyer. In work, in life. Perform at your peak, yet still have time for all the other things you love.

Episodes

What it truly means to thrive as a lawyer

Season #2

In this episode, we (re)introduce ourselves go deep into what it truly means to thrive as a lawyer - and in the rest of your life. We look at unique roadblocks that often trip lawyers up - and explore signs that you...
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#Episode 12 - An interview with new sometime co-host Carla Ferraz, peak performance and flow coach

Season #1

In this episode, I introduce Carla Ferraz, seasoned Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF).  Carla has eight years of coaching experience with approximately 2000 hours of...
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Episode 11 - A conversation with Dr Shiromi - mental health and when to see a doctor: specific tips for lawyers

In this episode I speak to Dr Shiromi about when lawyers should be seeing a doctor about their wellbeing. We talk about what to do if you think you may have depression and/or anxiety, specific tips for lawyers, and...
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Episode #10 - Big news, How lawyers can use the PERMA model as a tool to help create a Thriving Life

Season #1

In this podcast, I discuss big news relating to the Thriving Lawyer and then discuss the Martin Seligman's PERMA model and how lawyers can use it as a tool to create a thriving life. Get your Quick Guide: Applying the...
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#9 5 for life with Megan Dyson (Lawyer, Nutritionist, Author)

Season #1

In this episode, I interview Megan Dyson. Megan lives in Adelaide, where she operates her sole practice as an environmental lawyer and policy consultant. She has more than 25 years’ experience advising federal and...
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#8 The Lawyer's Identity

Season #1

This episode explores identity and work, and in partic the role that being a lawyer plays in our broader identity as humans and how that can for lawyers, often play out in very unhealthy ways. I explore the...
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Nailing work/life hygiene - and no, we're not talking about cleanliness

Season #1

This episode looks at our daily practices through the lens of work/life hygiene. This is not about cleanliness and COVID practices. Rather, it is about viewing essential daily practices as "hygiene" - i.e. our minimum...
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Episode 6: Doing law differently: Creating a Career that works for you (with Naaman Kranz)

Season #1

In this episode I interview Naaman Kranz. Naaman is an example of a lawyer who has carved out their own very unique, passion driven career path. Naaman lives in Canberra and works 3 days a week as a Special Counsel at...
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Episode 5 - The Art of Savouring

Season #1

This episode is about the art of savouring. This is an idea from positive psychology that I think provides a simple little tool for greater wellbeing. I situate the idea within the framework of positive psychology,...
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Episode 4 - The Lawyer's Coaching Mindset

Season #1

This episode explores the Lawyer’s Coaching Mindset. I explore: what it is; the benefits for lawyers of adopting one; the obstacles for lawyers; and  how to foster one.    You can sign up to my regular newsletter...
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Episode 3 - What will you be saying yes - and no - to in 2023?

Season #1

This episode explores the reality that for every yes there is a no. For everything new that we invite in, there is - by necessity - something that we are saying no to. We often do this unconsciously - but by asking...
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Episode 2 - Conquering the Doing Obsession

Season #1

This episodes explores ideas of the "doing obsession" and how it applies to lawyers. This is the idea that "doing" and being "busy" is the very marker of success - not the actions to get there. I came across this idea...
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