Imagine you are a Romanian immigrant Lawyer who relocates to New York at 22 years old, re-does law school and passes the NY Bar. Imagine you think you have to be “Superwoman” and do it all - set up and run a business, have a baby, look a certain way - and not realize the mistakes you’re making along the way. Imagine you’re arrested and your 14 year-old daughter sees your mug shot while watching TV after school.    Andreea Parc never asked for help in her law practice because she thought “I can handle it.” Even while on trial for unethical practices, she felt that her ignorance of US procedures would lead to a non-guilty result. She made a mistake, and went to prison.

Do you spend much of your day thinking: “I need to do XYZ…”? Does your endless to-do list and litany of “shoulds” parade through your mind?   If it’s hard to hear what YOU TRULY want to do, you’re not alone. Here are three questions that quickly cut through the internal noise.  Listen to these three simple questions.

Imagine you manage to navigate the pressures and achievements of your legal career, yet feel an overwhelming sense of anxiety and dissatisfaction. Imagine that after you set boundaries and say “no”, you see nothing bad happened.  This helps you loosen the grip of perfectionism, and unlock opportunities that align with your true self. If you’ve earned your gold stars, but happiness feels out of reach, this episode is for you. Yael Eiserike shares how therapy and mindset work can dissolve anxiety, ease perfectionism, and open up new paths forward.  Especially with: How to treat panic attacks and insomnia using practical tools. How small shifts, like setting a boundary or making a different choice create new possibilities and help break  patterns of perfectionism and people-pleasing. The importance of understanding your “why” in recognizing the patterns behind your behaviors. Yael’s story and approach provide a roadmap for reclaiming your autonomy, your well-being, and your sense of purpose, in law or beyond it.   About Yael Eiserike Yael is a former attorney and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW,) who specializes in therapy for high-stress professionals, career-changers, and those who struggle with balance.  She helps clients overcome anxiety, perfectionism, and burnout. With a background that bridges law and mental health, she focuses on direct clinical work rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure work, supporting her clients to create meaningful change from within. Yael’s compassionate approach empowers women to find alignment and fulfillment on their own terms. Website: www.yaeleiserike.com   About WILL The WILL- Women Interested in Leaving Law Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst. This podcast is more than a good listen; it’s an invitation to explore new possibilities and shed limiting beliefs. As WILL Alumni and guests share their journeys beyond traditional legal practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible, it’s within your reach. Feel stuck, unhappy, or ready to explore your own WILL journey? Book your consultation with Elena: womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call  Follow Us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com

Imagine being at the height of your legal career; earning more than ever, admired by peers, and yet feeling completely miserable.  That was Sarah Burke’s reality before she made one of the boldest choices of her life. To walk away from traditional legal practice in pursuit of autonomy, alignment and self-love. Imagine transforming from someone who's afraid to say “no,” to  becoming confidently building your own mediation practice, traveling the world, and stepping into your next chapter.  Sarah didn’t just change careers; she shed layers of who she thought she had to be and stepped into who she truly is. In this episode, we talk about: How to break free from people-pleasing and living in fear of others being “mad at you.” Why autonomy mattered more for Sarah than a pay check.   How Sarah learned to trust her internal vision over external expectations. How she built confidence through action, not waiting to feel “ready”.  How doing hard, scary things rewired her nervous system. If you've ever thought, “Could I really leave?”, Sarah’s story is your sign that "Yes, you can!"  Tune in to hear how she built a life and business on her own terms and how you can too.   About Sarah Sarah Burke is a skilled and empathetic mediator, arbitrator, and neutral professional dedicated to helping individuals and businesses resolve disputes efficiently and amicably. With over 15 years of litigation experience as a practicing attorney, Sarah now focuses on facilitating fair and balanced resolutions in mediation, pre-settlement conferences, and arbitration throughout Florida. Sarah’s professional background includes handling complex commercial litigation, insurance disputes, and multi-million-dollar claims, giving her a deep understanding of the challenges parties face in contentious matters. Her ability to break down complex issues, coupled with a calming and compassionate presence, allows her to guide disputing parties toward solutions that save time, minimize costs, and reduce the stress of prolonged conflict. Website: https://www.burkeresolutions.com   Show notes/References The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst. This podcast is more than a good listen. It may inspire you. As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.  Join us for the Sunday Sprint: Shine Your Light, from October 5th to November 9th. The Sunday Sprint is a 6-week reset designed to help you ground, grow, and finish the year strong. You’ll walk away with: Morning routines that energize and focus your day. Tools to create more time (yes, really!). Accountability, coaching, and community. Strategies to overcome fear and limiting beliefs. A renewed sense of clarity and momentum. Sign up here: https://elenadeutsch931.lpages.co/sunday-sprint-2025/    Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call  Follow Us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com 

Imagine being a 29 year-old criminal prosecutor who’s diagnosed with breast cancer, only to realize the biggest shocker is that chemo is the “best experience of your life.” This wake-up call for Dina Cataldo began her journey into entrepreneurship and personal growth that ultimately led to coaching and moving to Sedona, Arizona.  Along the way she faced fear, guilt and shame, opening her up to self-compassion and creating a business and life she absolutely adores. In this episode, we talk about: Her journey through cancer - three times! Learning how you have more power than you know. Going from skeptical to a spiritual awakening. The connection between entrepreneurship and spiritual growth. How we’re programmed (and how to wake up). Creating strong boundaries—like with an unapologetic email auto-responder! Learning to listen to your inner voice, even when fear is loud. Why feeling not-enough is common for lawyers, and how to start healing it. Dina shares how even our deepest struggles can spark clarity and transformation.   About Dina Dina Cataldo is a Master Certified Coach who helps lawyers love their lives while growing their law practices. She's the creator of the program Time Peace for Lawyers™ and host of “Be a Better Lawyer” Podcast. She was a criminal prosecutor for over 15 years before leaving the law to help lawyers stop feeling overwhelmed in the law practices and live lives that feel fully lived. Free Workbook: "3 Sneaky Problems Stealing Your Time and Productivity (and How to Fix Them Now!)" can be downloaded here: https://dinacataldo.com/timepeace Connect with Dina: Website: https://dinacataldo.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dina-cataldo/  Instagram: https://instagram.com/dina.cataldo  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dinacataldo   Show notes/References Listen to this episode of the Be a Better Lawyer Podcast: Leaving the Law with Special Guest - Elena Deutsch Money book Elena refers to: Love Money, Money Loves You by Sarah McCrum Episode of the Born to Heal Podcast where Dina talks about her curing cancer naturally.  It’s amazing!    WILL - Women Interested in Leaving Law The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst. This podcast is more than a good listen. It may inspire you. As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.  Join us for the Sunday Sprint: Shine Your Light, from October 5th to November 9th. The Sunday Sprint is a 6-week reset designed to help you ground, grow, and finish the year strong. You’ll walk away with: Morning routines that energize and focus your day. Tools to create more time (yes, really!). Accountability, coaching, and community. Strategies to overcome fear and limiting beliefs. A renewed sense of clarity and momentum. Sign up here: https://elenadeutsch931.lpages.co/sunday-sprint-2025/    Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call    Follow Us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com 

Imagine feeling stuck in a high-paying legal job as you’re buried deep in student loan debt. Imagine having everything you ever wanted in a career - Your dream job right in front of you, and then realizing you absolutely hate it. Imagine feeling unsure how to make a change…until one conversation shifts everything. In this inspiring episode, Jessica Medina shares how she went from being completely burnt out and in financial overwhelm, to a place of freedom, clarity, and renewed energy. She talks through the dawning realization that her dream job in enforcement is far from what she imagined. Burnt out, indebted and lacking love in her career, Jessica chose a new career path that not only helped her decrease her own debt, but help others in the same way. In this episode, she talks about: How the fear of financial security shuts down processing and the ability to think. Opening the mindset of clients to see beyond the ‘safe path’ and begin to feel passionate and dream. How she helps clients gain the freedom to make intentional choices. Many lawyers feel stuck in their jobs because of financial obligations, especially student loan debt. But once they gain clarity and control over their finances, it opens up real options: career pivots, sabbaticals, travel, or simply breathing room to reassess.  If this sounds like you, then we invite you to listen in and begin to dream again.   About Jessica Jessica Medina is a lawyer turned Accredited Financial Counselor on a mission to help attorneys create the financial freedom they need to do big things. She graduated from Columbia Law School in 2004 as a single mom of twins with over $200,000 in student loans and went straight to work at a big law firm.    After eight years she switched roles and became Senior Counsel at the Division of Enforcement at the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. She left the government to work in an area of the financial industry outside of the securities world and now teaches other lawyers how to use their money to finance their dream lives. She especially enjoys working with her WILL member-clients to help them craft their exit plans and pursue their true passions. Learn more about Jessica Medina: www.jessicamedinallc.com. Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn and Instagram @jessicamedinallc. The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst. This podcast is more than a good listen. It may inspire you. As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.  Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call   Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com 

When Mel Robbins agrees with you... Have you ever been in this situation before women in law? Your heart races when an unexpected email comes in from a difficult partner, or you wake up with a jolt in the middle of the night.  You wish you could stop the spiraling, self-doubt and overthinking but just keep going to that worst case scenario.  How about this instead? You have a simple, discreet tool you can use anytime, anywhere. It's effective in the office, on a call or in the courtroom. Use it and you feel calm, clear, and in control. Anxiety is one of the biggest challenges women lawyers face. From constant deadlines to unpredictable demands. The profession trains you to live in a state of high alert. But you don’t have to stay stuck in that state. In this solo episode, I share a quick and effective method to regulate #anxiety: Touch, Label & Choose (TLC). This technique helps you soothe your body, get present, and choose helpful thoughts. If you ever feel overwhelmed or frozen by stress, this episode is for you. Learn: 💡Why anxiety shows up in your body first (and why you can’t just “think” your way out of it). 💡 Simple ways to signal safety to your body (that you can do anytime, anywhere!) 💡How to label physical sensations to create emotional distance and regain calm.  This episode will help you calm anxiety in the moment, reset your nervous system, and access the grounded version of yourself that’s always there, but often buried under the stress.   Show notes: The Let Them Theory By Mel Robbins: https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/  Book a consult: www.womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call  The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst. This podcast is more than a good listen. It may inspire you. As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.  Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call   Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com 

Trigger warning - adolescent suicide.  Imagine struggling to leave your firm but you’re "enmeshed" with your group, and don’t want to leave them.  Imagine you go to an in-house role, and keep “leaning in” at work, giving and giving, while your recognition flat-lines. Imagine you work in “occupational health and safety” but your own mental health is at the bottom of your priority list.  Imagine you’ve been making progress and aren’t able to fully put yourself first, until your 11 year old daughter makes a suicide attempt, and this wakes you up in a whole new way to how you have to resource yourself This is all part of Gwen Nightengale’s journey.  Gwen - a longtime occupational health and safety attorney, user of therapy and WILL Member documents her journey from burned out associate and in-house lawyer, to a boundaried and attentive attorney and mental health advocate. Gwen’s WILL journey takes many iterations - from the very first pilot group in 2017 to The Creator’s Circle Mastermind - a year-long journey through The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron.   Hear her speak how she found accountability, community and healing in WILL.  How it helps her break isolation, see she’s not alone, and continue to expand and grow.  Out of the cocoon and into the world!   About Gwen Gwen Nightengale is an in-house Environmental, Health, & Safety Lawyer with over 15 years of experience advising clients on workplace health and safety regulatory compliance. Before working in-house, Gwen practiced in the Workplace Health & Safety practice group for over 8 years at a Labor & Employment Law Firm in Washington, DC. Gwen earned both her bachelor’s degree in biology and her Juris Doctor degree from Howard University. Mental health and wellbeing is a passion that is near and dear to Gwen’s heart. Given that the long work hours, customer service focus, and ever evolving legal landscape can make the practice of law challenging and isolating, Gwen has been dedicating a lot of her time outside of work finding new activities that inspire joy, build community, and foster resilience. She is a member of the WILL Creator's Circle, which is a mastermind focused on Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way. Her work in the Creator's Circle inspired her to create a Substack, A Deeper Well. Here, she speaks candidly about her mental health journey. If Gwen weren’t working as a lawyer, she would likely be an attorney wellness coach to support other minority women attorneys with practicing law resiliently and sustainably.  Gwen’s Show Notes Gwen’s Substack: A Deeper Well Above the Law Article - Elena and WILL: https://abovethelaw.com/2017/05/on-escaping-biglaw-an-interview-with-career-coach-elena-deutsch/ Emma Garret Coaching and More Book: Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily and Amelia Nagoski The Secret of Life The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst.  This podcast is more than a good listen — it may inspire you.  As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.  Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call   Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com

What happens when your dream job becomes a nightmare that puts you in survival mode? In this episode, you will learn how to recognize burnout warning signs, choose yourself over prestige, and align your career with your values. This is exactly what happened to Samorn Selim. As the daughter of illiterate Lao refugees and the first in her family to go to college, she thought landing a big law job meant she'd made it. Instead, she found herself in survival mode and struggling with health issues. Samorn Selim shares how she worked through her fears to make big career changes and bet on herself:  from big law to Berkeley Law Career Counselor, and finally a bold leap to build Career Unicorns® – Spark Your Joy®.   Now a Forbes-featured career coach, Samorn has helped over 1,000 women, BIPOC, and first-generation professionals escape similar traps and find careers that actually energize them and align with their values. We dive deep into what it takes to walk away from the expectations, the prestige, the paycheck and how to listen to your inner wisdom, including: The early warning signs your body gives you before burnout hits. How to walk away from prestige without regret. A practical framework for making values-based career decisions. If you're exhausted from performing for others and ready to build a career that energizes rather than drains you, this conversation will show you exactly how to start.   Connect with Samorn Samorn Selim is the Founder of Career Unicorns and the host of Career Unicorns – Spark Your Joy podcast. As the daughter of illiterate Laotian refugees, the first to go to college in her family, and the former Director of Employer Outreach at Berkeley Law, Samorn has used her experiences to support over 1,000 first-generation professionals, women, and Black, Indigenous, and people of color in law, tech, and legal tech to land their dream jobs, get promoted to leadership, and overcome burnout to build sustainable and thriving careers. Her work has been featured in: Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and the BBC among others. Web: www.careerunicorns.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samornselim/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/career-unicorns-spark-your-joy/id1596874054 New book (#1 new release in Legal Self Help): Career Unicorns™ 90-Day 5-Minute Gratitude Journal: An Easy & Proven Way To Cultivate Mindfulness, Beat Burnout & Find Career Joy.   Show notes/references Samorn Selim’s Website: www.careerunicorns.com Book: Belonging: Self-Love Lessons from a Workaholic, Depressed, Insomniac Lawyer – Amazon Link  LinkedIn: Samorn Selim on LinkedIn Check out her new book: https://www.amazon.com/Belonging-Lessons-Workaholic-Depressed-Insomniac   ⭐️ Exclusive offer! ⭐️ The first 10 people to listen to this episode and submit a review will win a complimentary copy of Samorn's new book: Career Unicorns™ 90-Day 5-Minute Gratitude Journal: An Easy & Proven Way To Cultivate Mindfulness, Beat Burnout & Find Career Joy. Terms:  Review the podcast. Submit a screen shot of your review via email  to support[at]womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com with your mailing address. If you’ve already submitted a review, please send a screenshot of sharing the podcast with a friend.   The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst.  This podcast is more than a good listen — it may inspire you.  As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.  Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call   Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com 

Imagine you’re stuck in your current situation because you worry what other people will think. Imagine thinking, “I don’t want to let other people down,” and yet some part of your soul feels a thud.  Because you’re letting yourself down. Imagine deciding to care-less (not not care!) what other people think, but you don’t know where to begin. Leaving long-held relationships at law firms or roles is one of the BIGGEST things that keeps women lawyers stuck. In this solo episode, see if you’re stuck in the “people-pleasing” pitfall. This is incredibly common among women lawyers, and it can silently sabotage your ability to make a switch. Is the fear of letting others down — partners, mentors, coworkers, friends — keeping you frozen? If so listen to this episode, we explore: Why fear of disappointing others may be holding you back How to re-frame what it means to “lose” relationships when you leave A new way of thinking to help you see that other people’s opinions are none of your business This episode will help you untangle the guilt, clarify your values, and begin to move forward with confidence.   Show notes/references Resources Mentioned: Mel Robbins – The Let Them Theory: Amazon link Contact Elena: elena@womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com Website & Consultations: https://www.womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com Past WILL podcast episodes Meredith Eng – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breakdown-boundaries-breakthroughs-merediths-journey/id1781037581?i=1000703037254 

Imagine going from big law to an in-house role, that’s just as pressured and demanding. Imagine that you long for more connection and meaning in your work.  Imagine discovering your passion for Human Design and astrology.  You think this is the direction you want to pivot towards, but you’re scared as heck!  What will other people think? Imagine finding the support of others and summoning the courage to post about starting your astrology business on your socials.  (And only hearing positive things back!) This is the story of WILL Alum Marla Tseng.  She shares how WILL helped her navigate from a high-pressure in-house role to become a Human Design and Astrology practitioner. Marla left the practice of law in 2023 and set up her own human design and astrology business, and now helps others with what she has given herself - to align with what lights them up! In this episode, she talks through: What led her to leave law and enroll in WILL Transform. Her love of human design and astrology and an introduction into human design 'types'. How she works with clients. Marla Tseng uses human design and astrology to help unhappy professionals figure out the type of work that lights them up. She also uses Human Design to help corporate teams improve their collaboration. With her background as a lawyer in the corporate world for nearly 14 years, Marla now bridges the professional and metaphysical worlds, bringing a grounded, strategic, and heart-centered approach to her work with clients.    Connect with Marla IG: @marlajtseng www.manyworldsmanypossibilities.com   The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst.  This podcast is more than a good listen — it may inspire you.  As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.    Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call   Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com   References WILL Transform Meredith chose the Transform VIP program, which included 1:1 coaching with Elena Deutsch. The WILL Transform Program is a comprehensive 6-month program designed specifically for busy women lawyers. It provides the support you need to make a meaningful career change. Learn more here: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/services/ Jenny McKee, Skywhispers Astrology www.skywhispersastrology.com The Gene Keys https://home.genekeys.com/ 

Imagine hitting burnout not once, but twice. The second time, you crash so hard, despite making many positive changes, you can’t walk! Imagine being an A+ perfectionist and battling daily with your inner critic and people-pleasing tendencies. Imagine meeting a therapist that finally switched you on to your values (and how everything you were doing was not in alignment with them). Now imagine turning your crash and burn into becoming a “compassionate coach”. You now help women lawyers get out of their own way, learn how to be self-compassionate and create fulfilling mindsets. You’ll love hearing how Jordana Confino went from lawyer to recovering-perfectionist and positive psychology coach. She shares how her personal experiences with burnout and physical pain helped her become the compassionate and successful coach she is today.   Jordana - profile and where to find her Jordana is a certified professional coach, Positive Lawyering professor, and founder of JC Coaching & Consulting, a company devoted to helping lawyers and other high-achieving professionals get out of their own way so they can enjoy greater satisfaction and sustainable success in their lives and work. As a self-described “recovering Type A+ perfectionist” herself, Jordana knows that many high-achieving, successful people hold limiting beliefs that prevent them from truly flourishing. Until fairly recently, she was one of them. But Jordana transformed her life leveraging the science of positive psychology and human motivation theory, and she is passionate about helping others do the same. Website: https://www.jordanaconfino.com/ Self-Compassion Guide: https://www.jordanaconfino.com/self-compassion-guide Values Discovery Guide: https://www.jordanaconfino.com/values   The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated guide for women lawyers. This podcast is more than a good listen — it may inspire you.  WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, and you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.    Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call   Summer SOULstice Wooshop Join our SUMMER SOULstice Wooshop on June 22nd (Early bird price until June 15th). Register here: https://elenadeutsch931.lpages.co/soulstice-wooshop-june-2025/   Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com    References Kristin Neff, Self-compassion

What if challenges are opportunities to grow past our conditioning and habitual responses? What if challenges are an opportunity to expand our capacity?  Not just for the hard stuff that we have to get through, but what if challenges are an opportunity to expand our capacity to enjoy life for more love, for more pleasure? This mini thought-provoking episode supports the journey of a curious mind and allows you to deep-dive your own challenges and how they can transport you towards a greater YOU.

Estelle Winsett takes us on a journey from her childhood exuberant self, to a staid lawyer until she rediscovered her love of style and what it can do for women lawyers. As an attorney who practiced in multiple arenas - from litigation to universities and firm professional development roles, she knows how important it is for women lawyers to be taken seriously, without being TOO serious.  And how their personal style can speak for them without saying a word.

Imagine you’re in a workplace where you know you’re not capitalizing on the best of what you have to offer. You're a creative relationship-builder and feel stymied by the billable hour.  Your current workplace isn't cutting it. You’re working in law, but not doing work that’s aligned with your values and making a difference in the lives of others.   Sound familiar? Rachel Clar's journey out of law started when she realized that a traditional law environment “created a rage inside”. She knew she wasn't living her fullest expression. In order to venture from her soul, she utilized her natural curiosity to: Leverage her strength in networking to build connections. Develop self-awareness, confidence and respect. Deconstruct fear-based perfectionism and workaholism. It was at this point that she cracked the code from the inside and founded Interconnected Us, to help women lawyers: Optimize their network. Go from invisible to making waves. Look inward and around themselves to facilitate core inner work. Listen in as Rachel talks through her journey from unhappy lawyer to aligned and mission-driven entrepreneur!   Connect with Rachel Website: https://www.interconnectedus.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelclar/   The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst.  This podcast is more than a good listen — it may inspire you.  As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.    Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call   Follow Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw   References Self Compassion by Krisin Neff: https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/Self_Compassion/PDAEzLL9mscC?hl=en&gbpv=1&pg=PT1&printsec=frontcover

Imagine the life-time pressure of social conditioning telling you to “work harder”,and to be perfect, until your inner critic leads you to believe you’re just not good enough. Or having a brain tumor and near death experience (NDE) at 17, then losing your father at age 26. Imagine the pressure and the trauma build up leading to burn-out and eventual breaking point. In desperation, you search  ’Career coaches for women lawyers’ on Google in the hope of finding instant relief. And you find WILL. While floating in the middle of the ocean, Meredith had a light-bulb moment.

In this episode, Elena Deutsch speaks with Marnie Blank, an end-of-life doula and former lawyer, about her journey from law to entrepreneurship and ultimately to her current role. They discuss the importance of grounding oneself, the challenges of transitioning careers, and the emotional and practical aspects of being a death doula. Marnie shares her personal experiences that led her to this path, emphasizing the need for planning and support during difficult times. In this conversation, Marni Blank shares her experiences and insights on end-of-life planning, the importance of having conversations about death, and how to organize one’s digital life. She emphasizes the need for open discussions within families, especially for those in the sandwich generation who care for both children and elderly parents. Marni also discusses how her legal background aids her in her current work, the significance of embracing change, and finding meaning in life and work. The conversation highlights practical steps for preparing for the future and the emotional aspects of dealing with death.

Imagine being pregnant, parenting a toddler and working full time, while knowing your legal job was NOT one you could continue in.  Even with everything else going on in her life, Leah Frankel joined WILL, and treated it like another top priority. Leah tackled her experience with curiosity, openness and candor. Listen in as she talks through: Her time in WILL Transform and how she treated it as a top priority. All of her twists and turns that included three big potential career ideas. How she mastered building connections on LinkedIn, bringing her closer to her dream job.   Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-frankel/   References WILL Transform is a six-month comprehensive program designed to help you clarify your career direction and be on the path to achieve it.   It includes: Personal Coaching: 1:1 private coaching, either with Elena or one of the WILL Coaches. Community Support: Structured opportunities to connect with like-minded women lawyers in our supportive WILL Community.  Enjoy 2x month LIVE Community Calls with Elena, and continue to expand your network in our PRIVATE virtual Member & Alumni group (to which you get lifetime access!) On-Demand Course and LIVE Learning:  Be guided step-by-step through the WILL Transform course, to which you have 24/7 access, plus LIVE workshops, and calls with Guest Speakers and WILL Alumni Anne Marie Segal https://annemariesegal.com/trusted-professionals/ The 4th Floor organisation, New York https://www.careergroupcompanies.com/fourth-floor    The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst.  This podcast is more than a good listen — it may inspire you.  As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.  Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call   Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com 

Is falling asleep with your phone in your hand happening all too often? Do you find yourself doomscrolling or numbing out for hours on socials? You’re not alone.  Cell phone addiction is a challenge that we’re all dealing with.  In this short episode, I share my struggles and offer: An honest understanding of phone addiction The effect it has on our brains A framework for how to manage it, called ‘The four Ds’ Want to figure out what you stand to gain by putting the phone down? Listen to this episode.   References Trigger Warning: Anxiety, mental health. Elena is not a licensed mental health professional. If you are experiencing significant anxiety, then we recommend talking to a health professional.    The Drew Barrymore Show - with guest, Gwyneth Paltrow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6eBWhofqS8. Dan Harris, Founder of 10% Happier and book of the same name. Creator's Circle exercise from The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron.   The WILL Podcast is hosted by Elena Deutsch, a dedicated legal career coach and catalyst.  This podcast is more than a good listen — it may inspire you.  As WILL Alumni and Guests break the confines of traditional practice, you’ll see that change is not just possible for them, but for you too.  Feel stuck, unhappy and ready to explore a WILL journey of your own? Book your consultation with Elena: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com/book-a-call   Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-deutsch/  Instagram: www.instagram.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womeninterestedinleavinglaw Web: https://womeninterestedinleavinglaw.com

Imagine you’re a ’rising star’ litigation lawyer at a big law firm. You get married, become pregnant with your first, then second children, and take your maternity leave. When you return to work, you find most of your files given away to male associates, no practice, no book of business and no partner offer. You’re let go and jump on the next offer you get. Then one day in the doctor’s office, pregnant with child number three, you break down in tears, diagnosed with depression and immediately know work is the cause.