You Don’t Have to Do It Alone: BigLaw, Burnout & Asking for Help - with Emily Logan Stedman

In this episode of The Wellness Esquire podcast, Ariella Coleman is joined by guest Emily Logan Stedman for an honest conversation about what it’s really like to practice law in high-pressure environments—and how mental health and well-being fit into that reality.Emily shares her journey from law school to her current role in BigLaw, reflecting on the expectations lawyers internalize early on and how they can quietly shape identity, performance, and self-worth. Together, Ariella and Emily explore the role of vulnerability in a profession that often rewards perfection, as well as the importance of supportive relationships and honest conversations in sustaining a long-term legal career.The discussion also addresses common challenges many lawyers face, including perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and chronic stress. Emily offers practical tools and reflections on managing pressure, recognizing early signs of burnout, and creating space for well-being without stepping away from ambition or excellence.This episode invites listeners to reconsider outdated narratives about success in law and to imagine a version of legal practice where authenticity, mental health, and professional achievement can coexist.---Check out Emily on LinkedIn and check out her podcast, The Grace Period.Additional Resources:Headspace (the meditation app)The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control (book)We'd love to hear from you through Fan Mail!Host Info: Ariella Cohen ColemanThe Wellness Esquire: a bold new path where wellbeing, happiness, and authenticity drive performance and success. Ariella Law, PC: strategic legal support for entrepreneurs, growing companies, and mission-driven organizations — formation, contracts, compliance, and fractional general counsel, delivered project-based or by subscription. https://ariellaw.com/Follow Ariella:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariellacoleman/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ariellacohencoleman/Website: https://ariellacohencoleman.com/Connect & Explore:Website: https://thewellnessesquire.comSubstack: https://thewellnessesquire.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessesquire/Support & SponsorsSuperhuman: email, faster. Get one month free: https://superhuman.com/refer/m2lsb84wThank you for listeni...