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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:

[email protected]

Insta: @resistant_vision

Upcoming Writing Retreat: https://resistantvision.com/academics/

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