How will you celebrate Well Being Week in Law?
Lawyer Wellness
How will you celebrate Well-Being Week in Law?
May 7, 2025, 4:30 pm CDT
The first week of May is an opportunity for a highly stressed profession to take a step back and consider some self-care by celebrating the Well-Being Week in Law.
Created by the Institute for Well-Being in Law, the Well-Being Week in Law was first launched in May 2020 under the name “Lawyer Well-Being Week.” This year, it is being marked from May 5 to May 9, and the ABA is participating to support the campaign and raise awareness about the mental health needs of the profession.
The theme that the IWBL has chosen for 2025 is “The Social Rx: Boosting Well-Being with Connection.” Daily themes throughout the week encourage participants to consider physical, spiritual, intellectual, social and emotional well-being.
The ABA also has its own content to promote wellness. The IWBL has chosen for 2025 the theme “The Social Rx: Boosting Well-Being with Connection.” Daily themes throughout the week encourage participants to consider physical, spiritual, intellectual and social well-being. The Law Practice Division will offer a live 60-minute CLE webinar, “Still Excited to Practice? The Law Practice Division will be hosting the event on May 9 at 1 p.m. ET. Members can register here. The ABA Learning Center offers a number of CLE programs that can be accessed on demand. You can find these articles and other resources on the Commission on Lawyer Assistance Programs Well-Being in Law Page.
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