So it seems I'm limited on videos per month so I'm going to space them out a bit and instead share text and photo content interspersed within the video stuff.
Today's thoughts range from - have you thought of your 2022 word? Has it made itself known to you?
Have you finished shopping? decorating? Have you been able to attend any parties? Don't forget to make time for this in the midst of your practice (whether actual practice or working practice) - YOU time is important and one of the blessings of this field is our relative "flexibility" in our working hours.
Finally, are you sleeping enough? eating well? moving enough? (we did a 5k hike in the woods yesterday and I feel refreshed. Here's one of my favorite views from the walk.)
You all know I love giving back... and I've been speaking at the local law school for many years now, sharing with the students who will be future litigators how they can work WITH court reporters to create a truly excellent record.
I love doing this - and if you have the chance, please consider doing it in your area. The "baby" lawyers appreciated it and the next generation of court reporters will too!
We all love rituals - girls nights, massages, regular workouts... but what about our working rituals?
Do you have any that ease you into your productivity? Perhaps alleviate any anxiety?
Our job as a stenographer (or captioners) is filled with stressors and if we can develop rituals for ourselves to help limit those stresses, think how healthy, happy, and productive we can become?!
I love this profession... and I love sharing it. Wherever you are, in whatever period in your career you find yourself, be an amazing advocate! Introduce people to this incredible opportunity for someone who loves English, the law, computers, learning... Be the little pebble that creates the ripple in the pond!
