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Personal wellness is a vital pillar of a strong professional foundation. Whatever your area of practice your work has meaning and purpose. Our rights and liberties are upheld through the rule of law. Lawyers are the workers who form, uphold and navigate this vital framework of our civilization. You matter.  AWAL is here for you.

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Author - Julia Menard

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From allegation to concern

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Is a conflict grinding you down?

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Feeling valued at work

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Reptiles First

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Walking out conflict

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Stress is enhancing and signals growth

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Release and relax

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Four practices for health and happiness

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Restorative workplace and the value of compassion

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Conflict avoidance at work – don’t do it!

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Negotiation – it’s everybody’s conflict

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