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Spiritual and Career/Intellectual Well-Being

As Well-Being Week comes to a close, we ask you to ponder what do spiritual and career/intellectual well-being have in common?

Benefits of Volunteering

At LAPBC, we rely heavily on the kindness and generosity of our volunteers and we wouldn't be the organization we are without them.

Breaking Stigma - The Value of Lived Experience

One of the most powerful tools people have in terms of connecting with another is the sharing of their ‘lived experience’.

Creating a Well-Being Practice

Well-Being is defined as being in the process of striving toward thriving in all areas of your life. The key here is “continuous process”.

Lawyer Well-Being Week Challenge

Welcome to Lawyer Well-Being Week! This week (and hopefully every week) LAPBC challenges you to spend a little time focusing on yourself.

The Pandemic "Blahs"

It turns out there is a good word for how we’re feeling - it's called “languishing”.

Highlights

August 19, 2026

Happy New Year? The End of August, Transitions, & Fall's Promise

Every year around the end of August, I have the same thought: Happy New Year.

Celebrating the Outstanding Contributions of Derek LaCroix

After many years of dedicated service, we announce the retirement of Derek LaCroix as Executive Director of the Lawyers Assistance Program of British Columbia

The Resilient Lawyer: Two Evidence-Based Skills for Sustainable Success

Does it ever feel like your brain doesn’t have an off switch? In many demanding roles, we’re trained to anticipate problems and stay one step ahead.

January 9, 2023

Practicing Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

When faced with challenging dilemmas and personalities, using our EQ along with our intellect and knowledge can often lead to more effective solutions.