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August 24, 2020

On the Verge of Dying by Suicide

Pathway to Lawyer Wellbeing

Depression and suicidal ideation have been part of my life since my childhood. However, I did not begin therapy until the age of 16. During my twenties, I made at least a dozen suicide attempts. My psychiatrist was my life coach and helped me manage my depression. When my psychiatrist died, I was devastated. A new psychiatrist and a therapist saw me through more difficult times as a depressive … [Read more...]

Article by lcl / Mental Health, Recovery Stories / Suicide

August 17, 2020

The First Seeds of Realization

Alcoholic Minnesota Lawyer

I had my first experience with an LCL volunteer 25 years ago. My firm was a hard-drinking one. To a practicing alcoholic like me, a newly minted lawyer, it was perfect. But the level of drinking going on concerned a partner, and he asked an LCL volunteer to come to our annual fall retreat and talk about alcohol abuse in the legal profession. The LCL volunteer, Bill, delivered a dispassionate, … [Read more...]

Article by lcl / Recovery Stories / Alcohol Use Disorder

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