How to Take Charge of Technology - Ethically and Mindfully
Recorded On: 05/29/2024
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Do you control your digital life or does it control you? Whether texting, emailing, posting on social media, or browsing the Web, many people are at the mercy of their digital devices. Indeed, Internet addiction is on the rise and is linked to mental health concerns like depression and anxiety. In 2019, the average American checked their phone 96 times a day. By the end of 2021, that figure skyrocketed to 344 times a day―a 3.5 times increase since the start of the pandemic. Those suffering from severe internet addiction are 8 times more likely to be depressed, 9 times more likely to have anxiety, and 14 times more likely to experience both of these mental health concerns.
Join attorneys Becky Howlett and Cindy Sharp as they present strategies designed to help attorneys manage and even unplug from the digital world - ethically and mindfully.
In this timely program, we will explore:
- Dangers of digital addiction on mental health and well-being,
- Ethical ramifications of mismanaged use of technology, including relevant Model Rules of Professional Conduct,
- Suggestions for creating an organizational digital policy, and
- Specific steps to mindfully disconnect from the digital world.
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Rebecca Howlett
Director of Attorney Well-Being
The Legal Burnout Solution
Rebecca Howlett (she/they) is an attorney, consultant, and legal educator. After graduating from KU Law cum laude with a Tribal Lawyers Certificate in 2014, Becky focused her career on Indian Country advocacy, developing an expertise in federal Indian law and policy. Becky’s experience emphasizes relationship building, interdisciplinary collaboration, and program development, including delivering educational seminars and trainings re: cultural competency, implicit bias, and attorney well-being.
Becky’s attorney-wellness advocacy began after struggling with depression, anxiety, and burnout as a law student and practicing attorney. In the spring of 2020, she co-founded legalburnout.com to help legal advocates effectively manage stress, cultivate healthy work environments, and prevent burnout. As Director of Attorney Well-Being, Becky has led live meditations for more than 10,000 attorneys.
Becky received her Contemplative Practice Teacher certification from the Nature Center for Meditation in September 2020 after completing 550 hours of study and training. Becky is formally certified to teach a variety of contemplative practices, including mindfulness meditation, breathwork, and many other evidence-based tools and techniques.
Becky lives in Kansas City where she loves singing, spending time in nature and playing with her two Siamese cats, Phineas and Casper. She identifies as queer and non-binary.
Cynthia Sharp
CEO
The Sharper Lawyer
Veteran attorney Cynthia Sharp (CEO of The Sharper Lawyer) works with motivated lawyers seeking to generate additional revenue for their law firms.
She practiced law from 1982 - 2009 and then embarked on a professional speaking and writing career. Ever since, she has served solo and small firm attorneys throughout North America. In the spring of 2020, she co-founded legalburnout.com, dedicated to helping legal professionals succeed by applying mindfulness principles to all areas of their lives. As Director of Client Services for The Legal Burnout Solution, Cynthia has helped lead over 3500 attorneys in live meditations.
She has delivered close to 250 live presentations over the past 35 years on behalf of the American Bar Association, 20 state bar associations, Million Dollar Round Table, Professional Services Marketing Association, and numerous legal, financial and professional groups, as well as private seminars for her law firm clients.
Cindy was named Trainer of the Year by the American Bar Association Solo, Small Firm and General Practice Division, a national award presented in New York City on May 3, 2019.
Cindy lives in Philadelphia with her husband and their dog Rocky. She practices yoga, enjoys the arts and loves to bake.
This live program offers free CLE in select jurisdictions for members of ACC. Please see details below!
CLE/CPD CREDIT IS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING JURISDICTIONS:
*Alaska, *Arizona, *California, *Connecticut, Georgia, *Hawaii, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, *Montana, *New Hampshire, *New Jersey, *New York, *North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.
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Arkansas, Delaware, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, New Mexico, Vermont, and Washington.
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CLE/CPD IS NOT MANDATORY IN THE FOLLOWING JURISDICTIONS:
District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, South Dakota
