#28 When the Library Burns Down: From Crisis to Legal Wellness Pioneer

In this episode of Lawyers Who Learn, David Schnurman, CEO of Lawline, sits down with Prof. Rebecca Simon Green, a pioneer in lawyers and law school wellness. What begins as a discussion about their wellness consultancy, she runs with her husband Jarrett Green evolves into a profound exploration of Rebecca's remarkable journey - from a high-achieving UC Berkeley graduate and perfectionist law school dropout contemplating suicide to becoming an award-winning voice in legal education and attorney wellbeing.

The conversation takes an unexpected turn when both host and guest vulnerably share their experiences of recently losing parents, creating a powerful dialogue about mortality, legacy, and the complex relationship between parent and child. Through candid discussions about anxiety, the impact of breathing techniques, and the mysterious ways loved ones remain present after passing, they offer insights into healing and personal growth that resonate far beyond their professional expertise.

Originally planned to cover their consultancy's success and Rebecca's impactful book on law school happiness and performance, the episode instead delivers an intimate meditation on transformation, mental health, mindful parenting, and grief. Their authentic exchange demonstrates how personal struggles, when openly shared, can become a source of wisdom and connection for others in the legal community and beyond.