As a 3L, I am very aware that this is my last chance to fully appreciate the New England Fall. Next year, I will be in San Diego, where the weekly forecast is 75 degrees in mid-October (amazing, beautiful, thank you). Although I am excited about this change, (may I never need to shovel snow again), I can’t say I won’t miss the beauty New England has to offer.
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Imposter Syndrome: Friend or Foe?
A lot of you will experience imposter syndrome, whether you believe it or not, whether the people around you admit it or not, and whether you recognize it in yourself yet or not.
I did not recognize it in myself for a long time. Not until I got to law school, actually.
Continue readingChasing Daylight: Tips for Surviving Shorter Days as a Law Student
Did you know that sunscreen can affect the body’s ability to produce vitamin D? Vitamin D is one of the few vitamins our bodies can produce naturally, and the sun is a catalyst for that process. This is all according to one science podcast I regularly listen to, designed for laypeople like me. While I usually indulge in science podcasts as a way to unwind, this episode reminded me of one impending force about to drag our vitamin D levels down to fatigue-ridden depths: winter.
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Continue readingThree Tips for Taking Care of Yourself (in Law School and in Life)
I’ve written a lot about making sure to take care of yourself. But some may not know how to do that, or may forget in the moments when it’s needed most.
When it feels like everything is on the line and your head and heart are pounding, it is easy to forget what a glass of water, a warm drink, a walk, or a hug from a friend can do. And even if none of those things fixes it, they may give you just enough relief to breathe, think clearly, and formulate a game plan.
So, without further ado, here are my go-tos for when life feels like a merry-go-round going full throttle (and also on fire).
Continue readingThe Redline Realization: Finding My Footing in Big Law
I was asked to write about my summer at a law firm—specifically for incoming 1Ls who may have anxieties, questions, or simply have no idea what “Big Law” actually is.
I was in that last category.
Unfortunately, user experience may vary, so take mine with a grain of salt. I am enthusiastic, curious, and, at times, awkward. Your cool, calm, and collected nature may produce entirely different results for different people.
So, we’ll start there.
Continue readingSo You’re an Incoming 1L? Here’s What to Expect, Month by Month
Hi, future 1Ls.
I hope you’re well, considering you’re only about a month away from starting law school.
Some of you are excited beyond measure, trying to consume every Reddit recommendation you can find. Some of you are stressed and already drafting warning notes to your loved ones about the person you’re about to become over the next three years.
Consider this my own warning note—one intended to level out both camps.
Continue readingThree Tips to Make Time for Yourself During School
Now that the school year is over, I feel less guilty sharing all the things I do to entertain myself during the fall and spring semesters. Law school takes over our lives in ways we may not even recognize or feel, so giving yourself a break doing something you enjoy is so important. I hope one of my ideas will speak to you. Disclaimer: I would not recommend doing this in 1L unless you have amazing time management skills.
Continue readingHow to Become a Genius!
With the last set of exams of my law school career approaching, I recall overhearing a conversation by two students stating that they wish they were geniuses. I completely agree. It would be nice to have a mind that reads a fact pattern once and spots every issue instantly while simultaneously drafting a well written IRAC (preferably IRAHNC) argument. Who wouldn’t want to join the Order of Coif without breaking a sweat? If this thought has creeped into your mind while you are outlining at 2 AM, don’t worry. I’ve done the research into becoming a genius and put it into practice for both of us. The answer lies in a three-step process that requires isolation, introspection, and creation.
Continue readingThe AI Arms Race: A Modern Prisoner’s Dilemma
This week was “AI” week in LP.
Westlaw introduced CoCounsel. Lexis rolled out Protégé.
And my professor made a comment that felt bigger than she probably intended: It makes her depressed that as soon as we learn something about AI, ten minutes later AI has already evolved.
Continue readingBoston’s Best Running Routes
When it comes to running cities, Boston is one of the best you’ll find in the United States. Most people know it for the Boston Marathon, which attracts thousands of celebrated marathoners from around the world every April, but what makes the city a regular runner’s dream is the fact that it has so many varied and lengthy running routes for everyone to enjoy, from the weekend warriors to the elite-level athletes. Over the past 18 months, I have tried to explore as many of these routes as the weather and my body’s limitations would allow. Having gained all that experience, I want to share my five favorites for any BC Law student—or anyone else who stumbles upon this post—to use as a guide for their own running adventures.
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