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In this episode of the Mindful Academy, host Jennifer Askey interviews Michelle Thompson, Esquire, a coach who assists both academics and lawyers in achieving their professional goals without compromising their personal well-being. They discuss the similarities between the challenges faced by academics and lawyers, particularly concerning overwork and the need to please others. Michelle shares her personal journey from practicing law to becoming a coach, emphasizing the importance of building systems to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The conversation covers tools like EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) and planning strategies to manage stress and improve productivity. Additionally, Michelle talks about her passion for woo practices like tarot reading and pendulums, and how they help reduce decision fatigue. The episode provides insights into maintaining a fulfilling professional life while staying connected to one's body and emotional health.
00:00 Welcome to the Mindful Academy
00:06 Introducing Michelle Thompson, Esquire
01:06 Michelle's Dual Coaching Roles
02:17 Challenges Faced by Lawyers and Scholars
04:45 The Pressure to Earn Your Keep
13:10 Michelle's Journey from Law to Academia
19:55 Discovering Coaching and EFT
36:17 The Importance of Embodiment in High-Pressure Jobs
41:14 The Systemic Pressures in Academia and Law
43:13 The Grind of Academic Work
44:00 The Role of Systems in Academic Writing
45:20 The Importance of Community in Academia
48:41 Yoga and Mindfulness for Academics
51:57 Balancing Work and Personal Life
52:41 The Power of Planning and Organization
56:14 Embracing Woo and Alternative Modalities
58:23 Promoting Your Work and Finding Community
23:03 The Reluctance of Lawyers to Embrace Wellness
25:09 Introduction to EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques)
25:48 The Science Behind Stress and Cortisol
28:44 Practical Applications of EFT
34:24 The Importance of Embodiment in High-Pressure Professions
44:02 The Role of Systems in Academic and Professional Success
46:58 The Power of Community and Vulnerability
51:57 Balancing Woo and Practicality in Entrepreneurship
58:23 Conclusion and Contact Information
Resources referenced in the episode:
Tapping In: A Step-by Step Guide to Activating Your Healing Resources Through Bilateral Stimulation, by Laurel Parnell
My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies, by Resmaa Menakem
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma, by Bessel van der Kolk
Writing Your Journal Article in 12 Weeks: A Guide to Academic Publishing Success, by Wendy Belcher
To get in touch with Michelle:
Insta: @resistant_vision
Upcoming Writing Retreat: https://resistantvision.com/academics/
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