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Burnout Is Not Weakness
Burnout rarely announces itself in obvious ways. It does not usually begin with a breakdown or a moment where everything suddenly stops working. More often, it develops gradually and quietly, which makes it easy to normalize.
Scott R. Mote, Esq.
6 days ago5 min read


The Isolation Paradox: Why judges can feel alone even when surrounded by people
The tension between constant interaction and a quieter sense of isolation is more common than it seems.
Scott R. Mote, Esq.
May 54 min read


7 Signs You May Be Holding Yourself to an Impossible Standard
Most judges hold themselves to high standards, but sometimes those standards quietly become harder to meet. When it becomes difficult to let decisions go or step away from the work, it may be a sign you’re carrying more than you realize. Here are 7 signs you may be holding yourself to an impossible standard.
Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Mar 254 min read


It is time to start asking uncomfortable questions: How to help someone who might be suicidal
Suicide is serious. It is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States, and legal professionals are not immune.
Scott R. Mote, Esq.
Jan 87 min read
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