At Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers we think a lot about how attorneys can effectively deal with stress which, unfortunately, is almost an inevitable part of our working life. I was pleased to see a post written by the professionals at the Colorado Lawyer Assistance Program, Addicted to Stress? Join the club.” The article suggests that many of us in the legal profession are addicted to stress, and that the negative health consequences of long-term stress are significant. Becoming aware of the stress, and how some of us actually seek stress, is a significant first step. I would encourage you to read the full article, linked above.