This is a review of a book to help those experiencing anxiety. The subtitle of this Sunday Times bestseller is “How to break the habit” - the author explains the nature of anxiety and offers a route to break the anxiety cycle and build healthier thinking habits. There’s a fair Read More
This article was published in the July edition of Modern Lawyer magazine (Globe Law and Business). Subscribers can access the article here 2_79_432_145331785512013.pdf. All change? Mental health in the legal sector. I’d like to share a distinct lens on mental health in the legal sector. One perspective is from law Read More
At the recent MBL session on “Boost Your Confidence at Work – A toolbox for professionals” we explored confidence in the workplace. Both what affects how we feel inside (self-confidence) and what we convey to others (confidence). Nearly 20 delegates joined us, predominantly from law firms across the country, but also Read More
I wrote the opening chapter “Emotional Intelligence in legal practice – developing a superpower for lawyers” for the new 2026 Globe Book 'Fundamental skills for the Modern Lawyer'. I’m particularly pleased as the new book builds on the work in my 2020 Globe book Essential soft skills for lawyers. The Read More
I’ve been asked several times recently to write and advise on emotional intelligence. Particularly with regards to how people can improve their management of emotions (emotional regulation). Most therapy clients want help in mastering their emotional life too. This 200 page, 2025 book by an American professor (who leads an Read More
