Happy October! It is our favorite month here in the Trenches. Not only is it my birthday month, but there is also at least one national conference for either family or collaborative law. All in all, a month to recharge the batteries. Some people like to do it in the summer, but I like October. Whether you're working in the Trenches or one of our clients, taking time to recharge is important. When you are in the middle of emotional upheaval or helping someone else deal with the turmoil of a family law matter, it's hard to see past the present conflict and remember to take care of yourself. Nevertheless, it's important to do so, kind of like flying on an airplane. The flight attendants always say to put on your oxygen mask before assisting others with theirs. The reason, of course, is that you're no good to others if you don't take care of yourself first. I know it seems a bit frivolous to take a long walk, read a novel, get a massage, or simply watch a funny movie, when things are falling apart around you. Do it anyway. The energy you regain by a few moments' break will help you move forward faster than if you had continued to plod forward while exhausted.
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