You're Not Alone

When I was practicing law unhappily, I thought I was the only one. There is nothing like being a part of a community of lawyers who feel the same way that you do—who long for work about which they can be passionate, who crave balance and the freedom to make work and life choices that nourish them.

That’s why I’m so excited that the Finding Work You Love teleclass is under way. We’re having so much fun. Imagine finding work you love and experiencing it; no longer feeling isolated and alone, but being part of a community of lawyers just like you; learning and laughing in a fun and supportive environment. That’s what the teleclass is all about.

Not participating in the teleclass? There’s no reason we can’t start another community right here at this blog.

Share your responses to the questions below by clicking on “Comments” below this post:

What brought you to this site?

What are you hoping to get from it?

What do you want for yourself?

What are you willing to do to have it?

Here are my answers to the last two questions. When I was contemplating leaving the law, what I wanted desperately was to be engaged by my work. I wanted to look forward to Mondays, rather than dreading them. I wanted to make a good living. I wanted to be surrounded by loving, supportive people. What do you want?

What was I willing to do to have it? I was willing to give up complaining and take action. I was willing to let go of achieving just for the sake of achieving. And to my surprise I realized I was willing to give up making a lot of money doing something I hated. What about you?

Don’t hold back; allow yourself to experience the power of creating a compelling vision for your work and life. Take 15 minutes and jot down whatever comes to mind. Revisit the questions in a week, a month and see how your answers have changed, deepened.

In addition to posting your answers on this blog, put your answers up somewhere you can see them everyday. Making a career transition requires that you believe that it’s possible. Seeing your answers will remind you of the possibilities.

There’s power and comfort in discovering you’re not alone. Join the LeavingTheLaw.com community. I’d love to hear your responses to the questions above.