Author: pprice

Have you ever found yourself replaying an imaginary conversation in your head, anticipating criticism that hasn’t even happened yet? I recently caught myself doing exactly this—mentally preparing for criticism from someone in my personal life. It made me realize just how powerful criticism can be, affecting our actions and decisions even when it’s merely anticipated […]

Are you constantly searching for the perfect productivity app to manage your overwhelming to-do list? As lawyers, we often find ourselves drowning in tasks, with our to-do lists spawning their own to-do lists. The quest for the ultimate productivity solution seems never-ending, but what if the answer isn’t another app or system?   In this […]

Is the grass actually greener on the other side of the fence? This question plagues many lawyers who find themselves stuck in a professional rut, unsure whether to stay in their current position or venture into new territory. The uncertainty can be paralyzing – you’ve invested years building relationships, mastering your practice area, and establishing […]

What does it mean to lead with a champion mindset? As lawyers, we often focus on our own development and success, but true leadership extends beyond personal achievement. It’s about lifting others up, advocating for them, and creating opportunities that help them thrive.   In this episode, I explore what it means to champion others […]

Have you ever noticed that the more you try to control everything in your life and practice, the less certain you actually feel? This paradox of chasing certainty is something I see regularly in my coaching practice with lawyers. When we desperately try to create predictability by controlling external factors, we often end up feeling […]

Should you go part-time after maternity leave? It’s a question that many women lawyers grapple with as they prepare to return to work after having a baby. On one hand, you want to be there for your child and soak up all those precious early moments. But on the other hand, you’ve worked hard to […]

As I celebrate the 200th episode of The Joyful Practice for Women Lawyers podcast, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the question a former colleague posed to me way back in 2018, just months after I completed my coaching certification: “What do you wish you had known when you practiced law that you’ve learned […]

Do you ever put off tasks, thinking your future self will handle them? If so, you’re not alone. As humans, we tend to prioritize the present over the future, even when we know there may be negative consequences down the line.   In this episode, I dive into the concept of procrastination and how it […]

You know you’re smart and capable, yet emotionally you find yourself standing in your own way. Your days feel stressful, you feel overwhelmed and paralyzed from taking action. You avoid tasks and conversations you know you need to have. Distracted thoughts consume your mind at work.   As a lawyer, you’ve been trained to think […]

Do you ever feel like your legal career path is unclear or unconventional? Are you an ADHD lawyer struggling to plan your professional future in a linear, traditional way?   In this episode, I share my top three tips for ADHD lawyers who want to approach career planning in a more creative, fulfilling way. I […]