✨ What Does It Truly Mean to Know Yourself in the Legal Profession? ✨

This week on the Legally Speaking Podcast ™️, proudly sponsored by Clio - Cloud-Based Legal Technology, I sat down with the inspiring Emma Roche—an Of Counsel in Commercial Real Estate at BDB Pitmans, a Legal 500 Rising Star, and a certified life coach with a unique focus on philosophical coaching. 

Emma’s journey seamlessly blends legal expertise with a passion for mental wellness and intentional living, making her insights invaluable for any lawyer navigating today's high-pressure environment.

🔹 Why Listen? Here’s What You’ll Learn:

💭 Self-Discovery and Legal Identity: Emma's journey to realising, “I was Emma first, and a lawyer second,” and how this perspective fuels her work to help others find their “why.”

🧠 Philosophical Coaching for Lawyers: How coaching rooted in philosophy can give structure, resilience, and clarity, helping lawyers feel anchored amidst the demands of the job.

🤝 Well-Being in Law Firms: Emma’s top advice for law firms—create a “thinking environment” where lawyers are valued as people first. When lawyers feel respected and seen, firms see a ripple effect in retention and performance.

💡 Quotes from Emma to Reflect On:

“The meaning of life is to know yourself. A life unexamined isn’t worth living.” — Socrates, as highlighted by Emma.

“Intentional living means understanding you’re the author of your own life, with the power to choose and create the path forward.” 

🎯 Takeaway: Emma’s advice on "intentional living" and examining virtues like courage and temperance offers an actionable path for any legal professional feeling overwhelmed. Whether you're questioning your purpose or just seeking more clarity in your career, this episode provides tools to help you live and work with purpose.

🎧 Ready to explore a different approach to thriving in law? Hit play here or on your preferred podcast platform for this episode and let’s dive deep: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youre-a-person-first-lawyer-second-lessons-from/id1485892170?i=1000677265508 📲