7/25/05

"Stress Management for the Young Professional" is the theme of a free seminar to be held Thursday, August 18 at the Doubletree Hotel in Novi from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Organized by the Young Lawyers Section (YLS) of the State Bar of Michigan, this interactive program will address the professional and personal demands that new lawyers face, and emphasize the importance of personal balance as the best strategy for avoiding the physical and psychological damage that can be caused by chronic stress. Special emphasis will be placed on proactively recognizing the signs and symptoms of stress, coping skills, and the identification of appropriate resources for assistance and support.

Martha Burkett, assistant program administrator of the State Bar of Michigan Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program and WDIV TV's "Fitness Guru" Peter Nielsen are the featured speakers. Burkett has a background in a variety of addiction and mental health treatment settings. Nielsen is a popular fitness show host and motivational speaker who will focus on the importance of proper nutrition and exercise.

Refreshments will be provided. There is no charge to attend, but participants are urged to register by Friday, August 12, 2005. Please contact Joyce Nordeen at the State Bar of Michigan at jnordeen@mail.michbar.org to register or call (517) 346 6373. For more information about this program, please contact the Young Lawyer Section's Dawn King at dking@cityofsouthfield.com or call (248) 796-5786.