The Zen Desk Podcast

Today we are talking about all the stuff that they don’t teach you in law school or university. We dive into all unspoken challenges that we face as women in the legal industry. We do speak a lot about female lawyers today but if you’re working in some other corporate function or studying in a different field, I’m sure there are still plenty of stories that you can relate to. Tune into this episod...

This episode is a 20 minute meditation practice that can be done anywhere whether you want to sit or lie down. Tune in for a short break in your day as we go on a journey through your next big challenge, whether that is an exam, a presentation, maybe a job interview or something else?  In this meditation, I guide you through the best possible outcome. It is no secret that I love visualizations and...

Today, I talk to Whitney Harvey, the Principal of The Self Coached Lawyer, LLC, a company based out of the Phoenix, Arizona area. After successfully litigating for 12 years, she chose to step away from practicing law, focusing instead on helping lawyers thrive personally and professionally. We talk about the “lawyer identity” phenomenon. A lot of (aspiring) lawyers are “guilty” of this trend and i...

Normally, I have very strict boundaries with my screen time but the last couple of weeks I've really struggled with it and I was on my phone and laptop more than I wanted to. So today I'm going to share with you how I use yoga to get back to my healthy boundaries. Would you like to spend less time in front of your screen and have more time for other things like reading, exercising, meditating, coo...

Today is going to be all about the 3 biggest mistakes I see everyone making when it comes to balancing the busy career life and taking care of yourself. If you’re listening to this, you’re most likely a little bit of a perfectionist and also a high-achiever. And how do I know this? Because I've been there myself and sometimes I still am - making all the same mistakes with you. After this episode i...

Are you an aspiring lawyer struggling to find your balance with studies? Or did you just start out with your first full time job? Most associates feel overwhelmed and lost in their first years of practice because they were never taught the everyday practical skills needed to be an excellent attorney. If this sounds familiar, this episode is the medicine for you! Today, we take a break from our phy...

This short practice can be done from the comfort of your desk while at work or studying. Sit on a chair and tune in to care for your spine. If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed or have backpain, this practice is for you. Moving the spine is such an underrated way to get more energy fast and I recommend you give this one a go instead of rushing to the coffee machine for your next caffeine fix. ...

Today, we take a break from our physical practice and sit down for a chat.  Last week I posted a reel on Instagram that seemed to resonate with a lot of people. In this piece of content I pointed out that a lot of people seem to be obsessed with letting everyone know how busy they are. Do you know this scenario? Someone comes up to you and asks you “How are you?” and your first instinct is to resp...

Today, we take a break from our physical practice and sit down for a chat. The roles are reversed this week and I have the honor of being interviewed by coach and former lawyer, Navneet Man. This episode was originally released on Nav's podcast The Aligned Freedom Podcast and I decided to release it here as well so you can hear more about my story and journey. Are you not really sure where you're...

This 10 minute meditation practice can be done anywhere whether you want to sit or lie down. Tune in for a short break in your day as I guide you through meditation to connect with you breath and body. If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed or anxious or just have a million thoughts rushing through your mind, this practice is for you. Level: Beginner Follow on Instagram: @ itslauralange Visit my...

Are you an aspiring lawyer curious to know more about life in BigLaw, yoga and living life lit? Then this episode is for you! Today, we take a break from our physical practice and sit down for a chat. I talk to yoga teacher, coach and former BigLaw lawyer, Ryan Spence, about his journey through BigLaw and yoga. Ryan is such an inspiration and the perfect mix of hiphop, hoodies, spirituality and la...

This short practice can be done from the comfort of your desk while at work or studying. Sit on a chair and tune in for 15 minutes to calm down your nervous system as I guide you through alternate nostril breathing (Nadi Shodhana). If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed or anxious this guided breath work practice is for you.  Level: Beginner Recommended Props: Sit on a chair. Useful, but not nec...

Are you wondering how yoga and meditation is different from regular exercise? Are you curious to understand how a yoga and meditation practice can support you through a challenge like the bar exam? Or are you experiencing anxiety as part of your work or studies in the legal industry? Then you’ve come to the right place. Today, we take a break from our physical practice and sit down for a chat. I t...

In this class we will practice yin yoga and hold the postures for a longer period of time. We will mainly sit or lie down. We will move the spine in different directions: twists, side bends, forward folds and backbends and focus on self-compassion. The class includes breathwork (pranayama) and ends with a guided relaxation (shavasana). Level: Beginner Recommended Props: None Follow on Instagram: @...

Today, we take a break from our physical practice and sit down for a chat. I talk to attorney coach, Erin Gerner, about all things change. A great topic for the new year!  Maybe you’ve set yourself some new year’s resolutions that you know will never happen or maybe you set yourself a goal at the beginning of the year and now a week into the year, you’re already struggling with how to achieve that...

Today, we take a break from our physical practice, so there is no need to be on your yoga mat for this episode. This is the second episode of the “Christmas & New Years Special”-series to finish 2022 and welcome 2023. In this 2-episode series, I will guide you through a journaling exercise that will help you reflect on everything that happened in your life during 2022 and visualize what 2023 w...

Download "A Lawyer's Checklist To 5 Minute Self-Care" here or my free guide on how to start a yoga practice here . Today, we take a break from our physical practice, so there is no need to be on your yoga mat for this episode. This is the first episode of the "Christmas & New Years Special"-series to finish 2022 and welcome 2023. In this 2-episode series, I will guide you through a journaling...

This short practice can be done from the comfort of your desk while at work or studying. Sit on a chair and tune in for 10 minutes to care for your neck. If you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed or have pain in the upper body, this practice is for you.  Level: Beginner Recommended Props: Sit on a chair. Useful, but not necessary. This practice can also be done sitting on the floor if you prefer. F...

In this episode I guide you through a meditation to help you fall asleep. This practice is great if you are having trouble falling asleep or if you’ve woken up in the middle of the night because of thoughts or worries or maybe a bad dream. This guided meditation will help you find some peace and quiet, so that you can wake up tomorrow feeling rested and energized. Level: Beginner Follow on Instagr...

Are you wondering how yoga, movement, and meditation can boost your confidence and self-esteem? Then you’ve come to the right place. Today, we take a break from our physical practice and sit down for a chat. I talk to strala yoga instructor and personal trainer, Christine Bonde, about some of the many benefits of a yoga practice. Maybe you’re losing motivation to practice, maybe you’re still searc...

In this class we will practice yin yoga and hold the postures for a longer period of time. We will mainly sit or lie down. We will work with the area around our hips and stretch the front, back and sides of the hips and thighs. The class includes breathwork (pranayama) and ends with a guided relaxation (shavasana). Level: Beginner Recommended Props: 2 blocks and a yoga belt. Useful, but not necess...

Today, we take a break from our physical practice, so there is no need to be on your yoga mat for this episode.  I'll answer some questions that a lot of people have been asking me since I started teaching yoga under the name “MANIPURA”. What on earth does manipura mean? How do you even pronounce it? And why is everything yellow? If you’re curious to know the answer to this and hear more about my...

In this class we will practice blind hatha yoga. This means that you will wear a blindfold or keep your eyes closed the entire class. We will move slowly through sun salutations and focus on opening the chest and area around the heart. We will explore postures such as sphinx pose and cobra pose. The class includes breathwork (pranayama) and ends with a guided relaxation (shavasana). Level: Beginne...

Are you a law student, law grad or lawyer looking for ways to take better care of yourself without compromising your performance at work or in school? Then this episode is for you. Today, we take a break from our physical practice and sit down for a chat. I talk to Dana Shaker, trademark lawyer, yoga teacher and owner of Journey and Practice, about why yoga is such a good tool for law students, la...

In this short episode I guide you through a meditation to bring you back to your body as we connect to our 5 senses. This practice is great if you’re short on time and need immediate stress-relief while at work or on the go. Level: Beginner Follow on Instagram: @ itslauralange Get in contact with me at laura@manipurabylaura.com If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe and shar...