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Introverts in an Extrovert World

A greater understanding of your own personality type will help you to accept the differences in others and to accept your own traits as normal.

December 3, 2017

Ethical Atrophy

Ethical atrophy is a term I coined to express my belief that if we do not continually work at exploring and living by our values our ability to do so will diminish.

August 25, 2017

Transition to Retirement

Sooner or later everyone retires. Thousands of "boomer" lawyers will be retiring in British Columbia in the next 15 years.

Transforming Vicarious Trauma: From Surviving to Thriving

Vicarious trauma is much more than merely a "stress or burnout reaction".

Reducing Screen Time

Nearly a decade ago, my firm purchased a smartphone for me and so began my brush with screen addiction.

Helping a Friend Who is Experiencing Cancer

So, you have just discovered that a friend, colleague, family member-in short, someone you care about-has just been diagnosed with cancer. What should you say?

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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