Podcast appearances and mentions of mark yacano

A former attorney, Megan O'Neill turned a casual interest in health and wellness into a lifelong passion and mission. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Megan talks to Mark Yacano about living a healthy lifestyle from maintaining proper nutrition to the importance of self-care. They dive into the emotions tied to nutrition, exercise and sleep and discuss how small changes can make a big difference.

Despite the belief that lonely people are introverts, the reality is that even when surrounded by people all the time, someone can still be lonely. Dr. Gabriella Rosen Kellerman explores loneliness with Mark Yacano in this episode of Erasing the Stigma. They look at what creates a sense of loneliness, why the legal profession ranks high on the loneliness scale and how the billable hour weighs factors into the conversation. They also discuss strategies for both law firms and individuals to combat the loneliness crisis.

Each year, ALM releases a survey that looks at the mental health of lawyers around the globe. This year, the results revealed some unexpected—but not shocking—truths about the stress and burnout levels of today's law firm attorneys. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Gina Passarella, Michael Kasdan, Diane Costigan and Paula Davis sit down with Mark Yacano to review the findings and explore how law firms can help their people.

Optimal performance doesn't just apply to athletes on a sports field. Intellectual athletes need to operate at their own peak levels of performance, too. Dr. Brian Yu shares with Mark Yacano the ACT therapy approach for accepting, acknowledging and working through problematic behaviors. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, they discuss how these techniques can be applied to build resilience at work.

What role does sleep play in your performance at work? How about in your mental health? Dr. Jessica Payne, sleep and stress neuroscience expert, talks to Mark Yacano about the power of sleep, why we need it, how it impacts our mental health and the importance of the power nap.

Paula Davis, like so many, experienced burnout while practicing law, which led her to leave the practice and explore new avenues for helping people. She found her passion and turned it into a practice of helping law firms and organizations cope with stress and build resilient teams. Paula shares her ABC framework with Mark Yacano and digs into how to cultivate office relationships in a hybrid world.

When Libby Coreno was a young lawyer, she realized she was suffering mentally and emotionally in her career. She also noticed that her colleagues were, too. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Libby shares with Mark Yacano her personal journey and how she found her voice to speak up about mental health and well-being. She also discusses how she began the Humanized Lawyer Project.

When Dan Lukasik was introduced to St. Luke's Mission, he hoped this would be a special place where he could find deeper meaning in his life. A simple ask to become a mentor was the answer. The relationship that he has development with a boy named George has changed Dan's life. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Dan tells Mark Yacano the story of his relationship with George and explores how seemingly innocent acts can help combat mental health.

Christine Payne, Partner at Gunster and Mark Yacano, Managing Director of MLA and host of the podcast, Erasing the Stigma: Conversations in Mental Health, sit down with Kaylee & Mary to talk about their respective journey to talking about mental health, what opportunities they are seeing to address it, and a groundbreaking survey to measure our collective mental health.

We're only at the start of our mental health awareness journey—which is evident if you look at the results of the ALM 2022 Mental Health Survey. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Michael Kasdan and Gina Passarella join Mark Yacano to review the survey's findings and discuss the current state of mental health in the legal industry and workplace.

By taking several small, simple steps, you can become happier in your legal career—just follow the lessons Nora Riva Bergman and Chelsy Castro share in their new book, 50 Lessons for Happy Lawyers. Mark Yacano explores some of the steps he found particularly impactful—including getting clear on your why—with Nora and Chelsy in this episode of Erasing the Stigma.

Burnout is a very real thing whether you are an associate or a partner. Career coach and former lawyer Annie Little knows firsthand and now helps lawyers navigate through the symptoms. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, she discusses the systematic causes of burnout and gets to the root of the problem with Mark Yacano.

Men's mental health is often a taboo topic in society. Michael Kasdan has experienced firsthand how nerve wrecking and embarrassing it can be to feel not right. Since taking his first steps in his mental health journey, Michael has learned he isn't alone and that the stigma around males owning their mental health is long from erased. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, he shares his story, experiences and advocacy with Mark Yacano.

Kristen Uhl Hulse, Senior Director of Attorney Development & Recruiting for Snell & Wilmer, believes there are new ways of developing young lawyers in this day and age of remote work. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma with Mark Yacano, she discusses reimagining mentoring, using strengths to build self-awareness and finding joy in your work by improving your mental health practices.

For Jay Williams, a mindful sales leader, thriving means figuring out what you value most and making sure the company you work for is giving you everything you need to get there. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, he explains what thriving in the workplace looks like as he chats with Mark Yacano.

Lawyers often approach the practice of law as a solitary task, internalizing their challenges, stressing over their workload and giving in to self-inflicted beliefs. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Angela Han shares with Mark Yacano why burnout is so prevalent in the legal profession and how perception skews reality—and increases our stress levels.

We work hard to appear strong by putting on armor, but in reality, we are much stronger once we drop the armor and own our narrative. That's what Niti Nadarajah has learned since her “aha” moment of realization that she was holding on to a lot and needed to let go. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, she shares with Mark Yacano details of her personal journey and why she started writing about her life on LinkedIn.

Mental health, in and of itself, is an under discussed topic in the legal profession, and a niche area that is even less discussed is mental health for men in the law. Today I speak with Mark Yacano, who is a director at Major Lindsey and Africa and also hosts the podcast Erasing the Stigma: Conversations about Mental Health in the Legal Profession. In our conversation he talks about his own survival journey in mental health and what he learned when looking into the state of men's mental health in the law. We talk about the ways toxic masculinity can affect their capacity to ask for help and how managing and surviving mental health is not reserved for any particular group. We all deserve to express who we are and ask for help on our own terms. Connect with Mark on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markyacano Listen to Mark's podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/erasing-the-stigma/id1454387519 Follow Mark on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/myacano25/  

“Thoughts are not facts.” Chelsy Castro's interest in neuroscience and psychology led her for the legal profession to helping legal professionals develop healthy coping mechanisms to overcome the thinking errors we all project. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Mark Yacano chats with Chelsy who provides examples of our flawed logic and explores how to overcome these hurdles.

When her son suffered a traumatic brain injury, Francine Tone began studying brain science and discovered (through her research) how stress truly impacts lawyers. Francine shares with Mark Yacano her findings and tools for understanding what stress does to the brain and how to manage it.

There are myriad diets and nutrition program as well as fitness programs in the market today—but which ones to try? In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Mark Yacano sits down with Roxie Jones, founder of BodyROX, to discuss nutrition and strength training. Roxie explores the elements of a balanced diet, supplements you should consider taking and equipment you should have to work out from home.

After a year of remote work and isolation, law firm lawyers are feeling the effects of COVID. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Mark Yacano sits down with Dr. Rachel Fry to discuss the impact of COVID on lawyers looking at how junior associates have struggled to transition into practice and older associates have experienced extreme burn out. She shares her observations and encourages lawyers to get passed the stigma and seek help.

In order for your lawyers and professionals to thrive, they need to be in an environment where they are comfortable and receptive to constructive feedback. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Sheila Murphy, CEO of Focus Forward Consulting, explains to Mark Yacano the importance of cultivating your culture and then identifying the skills within each of your employees that will allow them to contribute the best to your firm or team.

Brad Baum, venture capitalist with Lightbank, knows a good idea when he hears it, which is why he believes in the development and distribution of technology that supports mental health and access to its services. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Brad and Mark Yacano talk about various technological tools available to clinicians and their clients and how the digitization of therapy has lowered the barrier to access—and hopefully the stigma.

Mark Goldstein accepted his depression and set out to feel like himself again, taking a leave of absence from the law. When he returned, he shared his story in The American Lawyer and now he shares his story with Mark Yacano in this episode of Erasing the Stigma. Listen in as Mark G. discusses the reactions he received and why he advocates for mental health awareness and normalization in the law and society.

Everyone comes to a place in their life and career where they may feel stuck and unsure of how to get out of their rut. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma with Mark Yacano, Madelaine Weiss, clinical social worker and executive, career and life coach, shares real-life examples of how people, particularly lawyers, have made positive transformations in their lives and found sustainable happiness using her G.R.E.A.T. strategy.

Creating a healthy work environment starts with the tone set by leadership. In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Misti Burmeister, author and executive coach, discusses with Mark Yacano the importance of leaning in, listening and asking questions to connect commonalities. Using her personal experiences, Misti explains how we all need to get in touch with the emotional and accept that vulnerability in order to truly understand your people and create a safe space.

Managing—and maintaining—your physical and mental health is an ongoing challenge for many people. Kelsey Heenan, co-founder of HIIT Burn and The Daily Kelsey, explores the mind-body connection needed to find happiness and embrace your body image in this episode of Erasing the Stigma. As she chats with host Mark Yacano, she talks about finding confidence in the clothes you wear, not measuring success by a number on the scale, and taking the first step to a sustainable lifestyle.

Issues of mental health in the legal profession have been a hot topic for ALM Media. Gina Passarella, editor-in-chief, speaks with Mark Yacano about the results of the yearlong Minds Over Matters project and the impact of COVID-19 on the lawyers with whom she’s recently spoken.

In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Mark Yacano chats with Robin Belleau, director of well-being at Kirkland & Ellis, about Kirkland’s commitment to well-being, its unique program and Robin’s role in supporting the attorneys and staff within the firm.

In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Mark Yacano chats with Michael Kahn, co-founder of ReelTime CLE and former lawyer, about the grieving process as it relates to the unprecedented times we’re living in.

In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Mark Yacano chats with Mark Schubert, managing director of Guide+Thrive—powered by BHS. They discuss how organizations and law firms can support their lawyers through the right mix of wellness programming and individualized support.

In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Lora Cheadle, former attorney, life choreographer, and author, shares the story of her internal struggle between embracing her authentic self and conforming to society’s restrictions and how that led her on a journey to self-discovery and acceptance. As she speaks with Mark Yacano, Lora encourages women, in particular, to discover what they love and embrace movement.

In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Taylor Welsh, CEO of Walker Tracker, chats with Mark Yacano about structuring fitness into your day at home. She explores creative tools you can use when you lack equipment and resources available on the Internet to keep you physically and mentally healthy.

In this episode of Erasing the Stigma, Chris Parsons, Chairman of Herbert Smith Freehills’ India practice, tells Mark Yacano his story of depression, addiction, and alcoholism. He talks about how his upbringing impacted his mental health and how telling his story has helped his colleagues in the legal profession face their mental health demons.

Denise Gaskin, president of RavenWork Inc., shares with Mark Yacano advice for lawyers to help them create a new routine, build stronger relationships with their teams and clients, and manage the emotional roller coaster associated with uncertainty.

While the conversations are being had, is action being taken? Brian Cuban gets real with Mark Yacano as they discuss where the mental health conversation is getting lost in mid-market law firms and what needs to be done to truly turn around the investment in the mental well-being and recovery efforts of their lawyers.

Depression in men manifests differently than it does in women. Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, professor at the University of British Columbia, explains as he chats with Mark Yacano about men’s mental health, depression, and treatment, focusing on the resources available at HeadsUpGuys.org.

It’s probably safe to say that most of us are stressed out, over-worked, or are facing some sort of situation in our life that causes us not to function optionally. But in addition to all of the stressors of modern life, certain professions are known for their intensity and dedication – with the legal and medical professions being on the top of the heap! In today’s show we will talk about the mental health challenges faced by those working in professions that demand a higher level of intensity, competence, force, or dedication, that are also bound by the societal expectations about those professions. Even though lawyers are statistically more likely to be depressed, due in part to the demands of the profession, there is a pervasive stigma against mental health challenges. Join Lora as she talks with Mark Yacano, lawyer and host of Erasing the Stigma: Conversations About Mental Health in the Legal Profession, as they talk about ways to address mental health concerns. Mark Yacano is a member of Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Transform Advisory Services Team.  He enables legal departments to unlock their full potential by helping them design innovative technology and staffing solutions.  He is also a passionate advocate for wellness in the legal profession and the host of Erasing the Stigma: Conversations about Mental Health in the Legal Profession. His podcasts are on the Legal Talent Talk Network, which can be found in all of the usual places where podcasts hide. Says Mark, there are a lot of things we can do to cope with stress, with one of Mark’s favorite tips being willing to mix things up! Because he is often on the road, he makes the grind of travel less stressful by looking for and visiting local fitness studios. He enjoys connecting with a variety of different communities. At home, he also makes it a practice to explore, look around, stay engaged and try new experiences. What about you? What can you do to shake up your day and try something new and fun today?Twitter  |  Facebook  |  LinkedIn  |  YouTube Download your FREE copy of “15 Ways to FLAUNT! TODAY” at www.loracheadle.com Pick up your copy of my number one bestselling book, FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy & Spiritual Self on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, IndieBound, or wherever books are sold! Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network Listeners receive Lora’s downloadable meditation, Finding Your Passion & Purpose, which is specifically designed to target the subconscious portion of the brain, to create fast, effective and fun changes, FREE, simply for being listeners! Click Here to Download. Remember, Dreamvisions 7 Listeners receive a complimentary 30 minute Life Choreography session with Lora Cheadle to find out how they can utilize the five steps of FLAUNT! to Build their Dreams and Live their Sparkle! Could you be ready to live your best life today? Calls take place via Zoom and can be scheduled here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule Grab your Dreamvisions7 discount today!lora@loracheadle.com or 303-994-4945 This content was originally published on Dreamvisions7 Radio Network at https://dreamvisions7radio.com/erasing-the-stigma-of-mental-health-challenges-in-the-legal-and-other-high-stress-professions-with-mark-yacano/  

The conversation around inclusion often stops at how to and what are we doing to include people, but we don’t often talk about the emotional, physical and psychological cost to people of not being included. Dr. Arin Reeves, president of Nextions and former lawyer, chats with Mark Yacano about the impact of generational differences on mental health and happiness in the workplace.

Lisa Smith, lawyer and author of Girl Walks Out of a Bar, shares her personal journey of addiction and substance abuse—and recovery—with Mark Yacano. She discusses what it has taken to become sober and how she is now bringing attention to—and trying to normalize—mental health issues within the legal profession.

Jeena Cho, lawyer, author, mindfulness instructor and wellness consultant, shares with Mark Yacano the realities of anxiety and how meditation and mindfulness can help attorneys—and everyone—combat the stress associated with the negative physiology cycle brought on by worry and fear. Hear her story and walk through a quick meditation worth using daily.

Having a safe space for your attorneys to share their mental health challenges should be a priority for law firms. Tom Regan, partner with Lewis Brisbois, explains to Mark Yacano why this is important by sharing his experiences as a practice leader and lawyer.

In this episode, Dan Lukasik, director of workplace well-being for the Mental Health Association, shares with Mark Yacano his personal experiences with clinical depression and his journey to bringing awareness and help to others in the legal profession through the creation of one of the first support groups in the country for lawyers.

Dr. Rachel Fry started her practice to help others find more joy and meaning in their lives. She chats with Mark Yacano about her experience working with lawyers and law firms as well as the therapy cycle and the barriers to getting care.

Mark Yacano chats with Patrick Krill about the American Bar Association and the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation’s study on attorney mental health and how to raise awareness of mental health issues facing the legal profession.

Technology is becoming more important to law firms, so how should law students and lawyers get involved? In this On The Road report from Inspire Legal, host Laurence Colletti talks to Mark Yacano and Hari Osofsky about their un-panel, “How will technology impact the makeup of law firms,” and discuss how law students should train for the new legal marketplace. They also discuss what tech skills lawyers should understand, such as Microsoft, before going into practice. Mark Yacano is the global practice leader of managed legal solutions at Major, Lindsey & Africa. Hari Osofsky is the dean of Penn State Law and the Penn State School of International Affairs She is also a distinguished professor of law, international affairs, and geography.

Mark Yacano is a recognized innovator in the delivery of legal services. During his 25 years in the legal and business worlds, Mark has been a trusted advisor to corporate law departments working with corporate counsel on both business and legal strategy. It is his mission to help implement solutions that allow clients to improve the quality of the services provided, create an environment that fosters employee career development and allow more effective use of their financial resources. For the latest topics, trends and tech in the legal industry, subscribe to the Evolve the Law Podcast: A Catalyst for Legal Innovation. Listen as legal experts and leaders share insights about the legal industry. For more information, questions, or suggestions about our podcast feel free to email us at evolve@abovethelaw.com Links and Resources from this Episode For additional information go to https://abovethelaw.com/legal-innovation-center https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucybassli/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/innolegalservices/ Show Notes Mark updates us on what's new over at MLA. Mark's latest work on Smart Look Analytics, a tool that pairs SMEs with powerful contract review software. Thinking of legal tech as a "human talent enabler" vs. a human replacement. Mark's early experience in a legal tech practice - building an early advisory e-discovery practice within a law firm. On the challenge of "converting a company's ethos."  How to introduce new service models within established cultures. Mark's advice for those looking to work in the legal tech space. Picking opportunities wisely and delaying short term "perceptions of rewards" for bigger long term payoffs. Mark's take on entrepreneurship vs. intrapreneurship.  How to know if you're more wired for one or the other. How to find your voice. The need to practice self-care and for lawyer's to develop wellness techniques. Review and Subscribe If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite player to get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Subscribe with Stitcher

I spoke with Howard Reissner, CEO of Planet Data and Mark Yacano, a shareholder at LeClairRyan about partnerships between vendors and lawyers, the launch of Exego, and the importance of collaboration for client service.

I spoke with Howard Reissner, CEO of Planet Data and Mark Yacano, a shareholder at LeClairRyan about partnerships between vendors and lawyers, the launch of Exego, and the importance of collaboration for client service.

I spoke with Howard Reissner, CEO of Planet Data and Mark Yacano, a shareholder at LeClairRyan about partnerships between vendors and lawyers, the launch of Exego, and the importance of collaboration for client service.

I spoke with Howard Reissner, CEO of Planet Data and Mark Yacano, a shareholder at LeClairRyan about partnerships between vendors and lawyers, the launch of Exego, and the importance of collaboration for client service.