Lauren Hamilton wants to share her story to help others. Her legal career and her life were nearly destroyed by addiction. But, she came forward. She asked for help. Now, in this special edition of My BarStory, she talks with CMBA President Matt Besser to help remove the stigma of substance abuse and addiction, with the hope that her honest story will inspire those who have been afraid to get help themselves because they fear the career consequences.

To learn more about CMBA's In It Together initiative, visit clemetrobar.org/mentalhealth.

Technology has put a whole new twist on the challenges of work and family. Senior Associate Attorney with the Family Law Group B. Nicole Bush, and Reminger Shareholder Allison M. McMeechan talk honestly about the reality of being a professional and a parent in a Zoom-powered world. New technology gives us new opportunities and often new stress! Hear the lessons they've learned and the challenges they still face in this latest episode of My BarStory.

Our theme for this Bar year is "In It Together". CMBA 2024-25 President Matthew D. Besser is dedicated to creating honest conversations about mental health like the one you're about to hear.

University of Akron law students John Enger and Tatyana Norman-Webler share honest stories of dealing with mental illness while working hard to get through law school and build a career. Would you be willing to delete all of your social media apps? Learn why pickleball could be the greatest thing to happen to your mental health.

This podcast contains frank discussions of mental illness including suicide and anxiety. It may not be right for some listeners.

To join us and be "In It Together", visit clemetrobar.org/mentalhealth