WELLNESS CONNECTIONS COMMITTEE

By Kimberly Stoner, Wellness Committee Chair KoonsFuller,P.C.

Hello from your Health and Wellness Chair–

Ilove being a lawyer. I’m proud to be a part of this profession and thankful that I am fortunate enough to practice in one of the best counties in Texas. With that said, it is an unfortunate fact that mental health issues and substance abuse are widespread within all legal communities, including Tarrant County. Let’s face it, we deal with a lot of stress. Even if you personally are doing well, it is likely that you know at least one colleague or friend in the legal community who concerns you.

It is the goal of the Health and Wellness committee to not only help ourselves but also our colleagues and friends, and to provide those who may not be struggling with the knowledge of how to approach someone in need with compassion.

We have an array of exciting events planned for the upcoming months. These events are designed to promote our mental and physical well-being while also providing valuable information on supporting our friends. The Yappy Hour, an after-work gathering with our pets, originally scheduled for April, had to be postponed due to inclement weather. The new date is to be announced. In June, there will be a Wellness CLE / Judicial Panel lunch at the TCBA Office. Finally, in July, we will be having an Ice Cream Social. Dates for these events will be forthcoming soon. See y’all there! g

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