Do you ever get the feeling that law school defines you? I sometimes become so absorbed in my studies and classes that it seems I am a law student 24/7. This is not healthy. When I find myself falling into that trap I get very stressed out and must take time for a reality check.

The fact of the matter is that there are many things that define us: our faith, our family, our personality, etc… Don’t let law school become who you are. It is simply one thing that you are doing (albeit a very difficult thing).

All of us have things we enjoy. One of mine is shooting. When I feel like law school is taking over my life I like to go to the shooting range and pop off a few rounds.

I love to shoot, especially cowboy action style and the Single Six. My Christmas present to myself was a Taurus Goucho .45 Long Colt single action revolver. Nothing melts the stress away for me like an hour or two at the range.

What takes away your stress and makes you forget you are a law student for a short time? Whatever it is, do it! Keep your life balanced and don’t let law school swallow you whole. God Bless and have a great day.