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8 mental health red flags that judges need to understand
By Scott R. Mote, Esq., Executive Director of the Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program As a judge, you are likely to experience stress,...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Feb 11, 20225 min read
Do you have an anxiety disorder? How to know and what to do about it
I wake up at 2 a.m., thinking about what I need to do at work the next day. I should be sleeping, but I cannot fall back asleep, so this...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Jan 7, 20226 min read
Are you concerned about a judge’s mental well-being?
One of the most frequent questions we receive at the Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program is “Will my colleague know that I am the person who...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Nov 30, 20216 min read
6 ways to prevent depression
It is no surprise that lawyers are more prone to depression than other professions. Many of us are perfectionists, we work long hours, we...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Oct 15, 20214 min read
Judges and secondary traumatic stress: What to do about it
It is a judge’s job to provide competent guidance to the public, but an undiagnosed mental disorder could affect the way they decide a case.
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Sep 27, 20214 min read
What would you do?
Helping another legal professional does not mean that you are “telling” on this person. It means that you notice that this person needs help
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Aug 16, 20214 min read
Embrace these 8 traits for wellness
Every day, I am thankful for something wonderful in my life. Today I am thankful that I have taken the steps to be a happy and successful...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Jun 10, 20214 min read
Feeling anxious? Recognize the signs and learn how to cope
By Scott R. Mote, Esq., Executive Director of the Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program At the beginning of the pandemic, in a short period of...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
May 13, 20214 min read
5 traits of resilience
By Scott R. Mote, Esq., Executive Director of the Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program As a judge, you are faced with many circumstances, such...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Apr 13, 20215 min read
Is it time for a digital detox?
By Scott R. Mote, Esq., Executive Director of the Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program I recently had an interesting and serious conversation...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Mar 10, 20215 min read
Being a judge is satisfactory … but stressful
Fatigue can lead to many other issues, so it is important for judges to understand it and be aware of the warning signs.
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Judge Jeffrey Froelich, Retired
Feb 8, 20215 min read
Just Do It
By Judge Jeffrey Froelich, Retired As lawyers and judges, we have been trained to “think like a lawyer,” to reason out problems and to...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Jan 14, 20215 min read
The importance of self-love
In Alcoholics Anonymous, we recite the Serenity Prayer at every meeting: [Higher Power], grant me the serenity To accept the things I...
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Oct 13, 20205 min read
5 things judges can do to cope with isolation and loneliness
Judges must understand loneliness and isolation. They should also know that it’s ok to feel like you are not ok. These feelings are valid.
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Sep 3, 20204 min read
Why judges need emotional intelligence
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ability to manage your emotions and the emotions of others.
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Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Jul 30, 20204 min read
5 things judges need to know about reacting
Reactions occur constantly in our lives: in meetings, in conversations, while we drive, in relationships. Be aware of your reactions.
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