Managing Law School Stress (and Finding Peace and Purpose) LSSS and what you can do about it

Hamline Voices What is LSSS??? Reflection Sharing & Caring Today

LSSS An illusion of lack of competence combined with a withdrawal of all normal support systems It cannot only be overcome with the truth, it can be harnessed for good!! Law School Stress Syndrome

Illusion v. Reality Isolation/Lack of: Sleep Exercise Proper nutrition Family and friends Love Fun Illusion of Lack of Competence Fear of: being called on not getting the readings done not understanding the cases not getting a good grade not getting a good job Being a failure Reality You’re: Intelligent Good-looking Sociable Successful You need: Everything on the left

Harnessing LSSS for Good Three A’s Acknowledge anxiety Ask for support Affirm truth and hope; nourish body and soul

1L Ultimate Stressbuster 1)We may feel _______[fill in blank,e.g., “overwhelmed”], but 2)We know we are gifted and our destiny is glory!

Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, For the rights of all who are destitute Speak up and judge fairly; Defend the rights of the poor and needy. Proverbs

Law Student Blessing May this be your best year ever! May you love your classmates, classes (including being called on because you’re speaking up for your future clients), and professors; May you savor all your assignments, May all future clients and colleagues revere you and honor you!