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Momentary Reflections

Stopping and pausing in a busy day is one of the most efficient ways of relieving stress.

Gratitude Luncheon

On June 14, 2019, members of the legal community were invited to attend the 19th Annual Gratitude Luncheon.

Gratitude

It is more than being thankful, more than appreciating someone or something, more than a feeling and more than a good idea.

Overcoming the confidence gap with self-advocacy and self-promotion

A few weeks ago, I attended and spoke at the inaugural Women Thriving in Law CLEBC conference...

The Effect of Cognitive Distortions

Law is a stressful and demanding profession. It is hard enough without our own thinking getting in the way.

January 25, 2019

How Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction & Meditation keeps us healthy

Mindful awareness is a natural human capacity and a fundamental a way of Being rather than constantly Doing.

Highlights

October 5, 2026

Roots and Branches: Reflections on community, continuity, and the future of LAPBC

This past year has been one of transition for LAPBC. Milestones like that have a way of prompting reflection - not only on where we've been, but on what we hope to carry forward.

September 17, 2026

Law Is Hard, but We Make It Harder on Ourselves

Law is inherently demanding—fast-moving, high-stakes, and often emotionally charged—but I’ve come to notice how much of its difficulty is compounded not just by the work itself, but by the ways we respond to it.

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