Has this ever happened to you?
A client calls and describes a new case or a deal that seems impossible given the law as you know it. You express your initial reaction, and she asks you if there’s another way. Your brain starts churning as you consider the possibilities. Thinking out loud, you come up with an idea! Well, you tell her, we could try. . . .
Or, you get served with motion papers, and your adversary’s case is so compelling that you’re speechless. Then, you relax and regroup. You rise to the challenge, and you figure it out. You find the argument that was relegated to a footnote but really makes your case a winner (or at least plausible).
Very rarely is there only one way or just one answer. Life, like the law, is filled with infinite possibilities. What may seem black and white actually contains shades of gray.
The next time you find yourself thinking that there’s “no time” to eat breakfast, or to go to the gym or to go out with friends, we invite you to be your own adversary.
Play devil’s advocate.
Think as if your life depended on it, because it does. Challenge yourself to find 1 or 2 solutions to your obstacles.
Well, I could try __________________________.
Fill in the blank. Let us know what you come up with in the comments below. If you’re stuck, we’re happy to chime in, just ask us below or email your obstacle to partner@legallyhealthy.com.
