A new campaign aimed at supporting self-care, parenting, navigating family finances and caregiving is now available to lawyers in BC through LifeSpeak, one of the Law Society’s free mental health resources. The Caring for You, Your Loved Ones and Everything in Between campaign runs through the month of April and covers important topics that may be relevant to you and your family.
The campaign and all content on the wellness platform provides anonymous access to resources and content 24/7, including short videos, live Q&A web chats with mental health experts and blog posts. LifeSpeak also provides access to courses that can be claimed for continuing professional development credit.
Here are some highlights of resources available through the campaign:
Creating space for self-care
We wear many hats, whether it’s as parents, partners, professionals or friends - each role demands our attention and energy. It’s easy to become overwhelmed with stress and put your own needs on the backburner. But what if making time for self-care was possible amid the chaos?
LifeSpeak experts explain how focusing on your mental health, practicing mindfulness, connecting with friends and nurturing your relationship with yourself with prevent burnout and allow to better care for our loved ones.
Embracing the parenting journey
Parenting is an exciting journey full of surprises. It can be overwhelming to navigate the ups and downs of parenting in today's fast-paced world.
LifeSpeak experts offer practical strategies to create a secure and nurturing environment for your family. Whether it's building your children's confidence, resolving conflicts or engaging in thoughtful discussions, you'll learn important skills to care for your loved ones and cultivate a happier home.
Navigating family finances
Navigating challenging discussions about finances with loved ones becomes increasingly important as financial pressures continue to rise. Whether you’re reconciling differing perspectives with a partner, taking on the financial responsibilities of aging parents or instilling financial literacy in children, these conversations shape our financial futures. Patience, understanding, and open communication are essential for building unity within the family.
LifeSpeak experts provide tools and resources to facilitate these financial conversations effectively and to minimize the impact of financial stress.
Supporting aging loved ones
Are you the one ensuring appointments are scheduled, groceries are bought and transportation is arranged for a loved one? If so, you're not just providing assistance—you're a caregiver. Many of us underestimate the significance of the role we play in this capacity.
LifeSpeak experts explore essential topics such as managing compassion fatigue, addressing burnout and navigating evolving relationships.
For additional resources on supporting your mental health, visit the Law Society’s Lawyer Well-Being Hub. The hub provides a central access point for information and support available to lawyers and their families, including easy-to-access resources, videos and tools.
