Scott R. Mote, Esq.Mar 233 min8 mental health red flags that judges need to understandBy Scott R. Mote, Esq., Executive Director of the Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program As a judge, you are likely to experience stress,...
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Nov 30, 20216 min6 ways to prevent depressionIt is no surprise that lawyers are more prone to depression than other professions. Many of us are perfectionists, we work long hours, we...
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Nov 19, 20214 minThe importance of gratitudeInstead of focusing on the things we don’t have or the challenges in our lives, it is important to make gratitude a part of our routine.
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Nov 19, 20214 minHow to have happy holidaysIt’s no surprise that the holiday season is a mixture of excitement and stress. Here are tips to help make the holidays more enjoyable.
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Oct 15, 20214 minJudges and secondary traumatic stress: What to do about itIt 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.
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Sep 27, 20214 minWhat 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
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Aug 16, 20214 minEmbrace these 8 traits for wellnessEvery 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...
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Jul 19, 20214 minThe power of asking “Are you ok?”Asking a person “Are you ok?” shows the person that you cared enough to ask.
ABA CoLAPJul 14, 20211 minA Must-See Film: "Just Ask: How We Must Stop Minding Our Own Business in the Legal World"Texas and Pennsylvania LAP Directors, Chris Ritter and Laurie Besden, created a film called "Just Ask: How We Must Stop Minding Our Own...
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Jun 10, 20214 minFeeling anxious? Recognize the signs and learn how to copeBy Scott R. Mote, Esq., Executive Director of the Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program At the beginning of the pandemic, in a short period of...
Scott R. Mote, Esq.May 13, 20214 min5 traits of resilienceBy Scott R. Mote, Esq., Executive Director of the Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program As a judge, you are faced with many circumstances, such...
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Apr 13, 20215 minIs 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...
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Mar 10, 20215 minBeing a judge is satisfactory … but stressfulFatigue can lead to many other issues, so it is important for judges to understand it and be aware of the warning signs.
Judge Jeffrey Froelich, RetiredFeb 8, 20215 minJust Do ItBy Judge Jeffrey Froelich, Retired As lawyers and judges, we have been trained to “think like a lawyer,” to reason out problems and to...
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Jan 19, 20214 minYou Do Have Time!One of the most popular “excuses” we hear at the Ohio Lawyers Assistance Program is “I don’t have time.” Yes, I understand that lawyers...
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Jan 14, 20215 minThe importance of self-loveIn Alcoholics Anonymous, we recite the Serenity Prayer at every meeting: [Higher Power], grant me the serenity To accept the things I...
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Jul 30, 20204 min6 mental health myths that need to be squashedMental health issues affect everyone, even judges. Unfortunately, there is a stigma attached to mental illness.
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Jul 7, 20204 minHow to save a lifeIf your friend, colleague, or family member were slowly dying from a substance use disorder or a mental health issue, what would you do?
Scott R. Mote, Esq.Mar 3, 20205 minBefore you judge judges, try walking in their shoesContributors to stress play a large role in a judge’s day-to-day responsibilities. So before you judge judges, try walking in their shoes.