Scott Rogers: Mindfulness Based Methods to Become Present and Connected

Part 1: Scott introduces Jurisight which teaches mindfulness practices to lawyers and lawyers so that they can become more present, effective, more connected and experience a general sense of well-being. He talks about how he became interested in meditation in law school and the support he got from Marty Peters at the University of Florida and his journey through law.

Part 2: In this segment, Scott amusingly but impactfully illustrates some of his Jurisight terms, including pain and suffering, hearsay and attractive nuisance. [Where does your mind wander into attractive nuisances?] He also talks about the research that supports the benefits of mindfulness practices.

In Part 3, Scott continues to talk about the research on meditation and mindfulness and the scientific support for the benefits.

Part 4: The research shows mindfulness practices lead to eight different traits which Scott ties to effective lawyering.

Part 5: From the mind of the worrier to the warrior. Remembering to be mindful.

Scott's upcoming events (from the web):

Jurisight for Legal Professionals

October 11 - 16, 2009
Omega Institute, Rhinebeck, NY

To learn more or register, visit http://themindfullawyer.com.

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Contemplative Practices for Lawyers:
Methods of Flowing from Reactive Brain to Reflective Mind

A Retreat for Lawyers with Scott Rogers and Stephanie West Allen
November 13 - 15, 2009
Ghost Ranch Inn, Santa Fe, NM
$749.00

In this retreat we will combine the very newest of brain science with centuries-old, time-proven techniques of attention, awareness, and thinking to achieve a new level of personal and professional self-mastery. The latest and most advanced way to navigate conflict!

We will take full advantage of the venue for this historic retreat. Ghost Ranch is an oasis in Santa Fe, just three blocks from the Plaza yet quiet and removed from the bustle. That location will help us improve our ability to move from quiet to day-to-day action and back again, and to integrate quiet and action.

We also will be incorporating into the retreat some of the treasures of the unique state of New Mexico, "Land of Enchantment," and of Santa Fe, "The City Different." A unique setting for a unique retreat.

Registration includes all meals and lodging beginning with Friday afternoon check in through the close of the retreat Sunday at noon. Rooms are double occupancy. You may upgrade to a single room for an additional $50. per night.*

Follow this link to register: http://contemplativelawyerretreats.com/home.html