No matter who you are, where you live in the world, or your profession, self-talk is a part of your life—whether you are consciously aware of it or not. Even experts in their field experience the effects of negative self-talk. So, how do we combat it? One of the first steps in staving off negative [...]
I’m stuck, I can’t move. I literally can’t go forward, backward, up, down, or around. Suddenly I felt trapped, like I couldn’t breathe, and fear and panic began to set in. The hamster wheel in my mind began spinning out of control. I found myself questioning it all, “did I make the right choice becoming [...]
We hear the term “comfort zone” all the time: it is universally understood and defined as “a self-imposed boundary where a person will refuse to push past. Doing so often fills him or her with nervousness and anxiety.” While your comfort zone may feel safe and non-threatening, it can be holding you back from achieving [...]
The Jetsons was a revolutionary animated television show set in 2062. For a show that premiered in 1962, it was able to showcase numerous technologies that we use today. These include flat screen televisions, smartwatches, robotic vacuums, and while we have yet to perfect Rosie the Maid’s robotic technology, there are some robotic cleaning devices [...]
Having a mentor is one of the best ways to learn and grow your professional career. But what are some specific ways that mentors can assist you with reaching those career goals and aspirations? The word mentor elicits thoughts and comparisons to a teacher or coach in many people’s minds. These are certainly synonymous with [...]
Newsroom Law: A Legal Guide for Commonwealth Caribbean Journalists by Kathy Ann Waterman Latchoo The news media have always strived to bring information deemed newsworthy to the public. Whether by word of mouth, print, television, or through the internet and social media, journalists ensure that the public remains informed. But what happens when those responsible [...]
Over the past year, maintaining a work–life balance has been a recurring topic of discussion worldwide. The number of individuals who have experienced extreme feelings of burnout has increased exponentially. Balancing work and your personal life may have never been tougher; however, there are some simple steps you can take to create a better work–life [...]
When one decides to become a lawyer, as with most things, we think we know what we are getting into. Some of the obvious challenges are expected; we know we are going to have to work hard throughout our academic training, but at least for me, I thought that would be the most challenging [...]
“If one confronts the police, they need to be prepared to meet their maker.” — Police Commissioner Paul Rolle’s response when asked about the use of force by his officers in August 2020. In an op-ed posted on Eye Witness News’ online publication, author Devonté Hanna sought to highlight the many instances of “visible” police [...]
Professional development is a popular topic these days. We have the available resources to learn new skills with a click of a button. Although most Bar Associations are providing webinars and online trainings, options for legal professionals in the Caribbean to increase their professional or industry knowledge is somewhat limited. But why is professional development [...]
