10.10.19
Be kind to your mind
With almost two-thirds of lawyers reporting high levels of stress, World Mental Health Day is a much-needed reminder that your mental health and wellbeing really matters. CILEx Regulation's wellbeing working group highlights some helpful resources for legal professionals.
While some stress can motivate, if it isn’t managed it can cause serious physical and mental health concerns. Many legal professionals don’t just experience stress – they struggle with it. Being at your best is essential for you and your clients.
So what can you do to support your mental health? Here are some suggestions from the Mental Health Foundation:
- talk to someone
- keep active
- eat well
- drink alcohol sensibly
- keep in touch with family and friends
- do something you enjoy
- take breaks
- ask for help
Free information is available from:
- LawCare promotes and supports good mental health and wellbeing in the legal community and offers an office hours helpline
- Samaritans can be called on 116 123 anytime and about anything that’s troubling you
- NHS mental health services are free, but you may need a GP referral. Here are 10 NHS stress buster ideas
- Mind
- Elizabeth Rimmer’s tips on creating a mentally healthy workplace.
Why not start your stress-busting today by making sure you take a break?