Lawyer Life Experiment – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode, Frieda and Anya explore the often uncomfortable gap between how we experience ourselves and how others experience us, and why that gap matters more than we think. 

Drawing on insights from reputable leadership development research (Leadership Circle, Hogan assessments, Johari window), we unpack how reputations are formed (with or without our input), how perception shapes opportunity and why acting without awareness can quietly limit our impact. As always, we share a practical reflection experiment to help you start closing perception gaps, gather actionable feedback with curiosity and lead with greater alignment and effectiveness. 

We love hearing how experiments work out for you. Email us at <frieda@bravingboundaries.com> and <anya@anyasmirnova.com>.

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As the year draws to a close, we reflect on how we’re really finishing it — and why looking at the facts can tell a very different story from memory or gut feeling. In this episode, we talk about goal-setting: how to set stretch goals, the difference between directional intentions and SMART goals, and why reviewing the evidence of your year can be surprisingly empowering.

It’s a conversation about clarity of focus, intentionality, and choosing the right markers for a year you’ll be proud to look back on. We also offer a few ideas to experiment with as you think about your own goals for the year ahead - https://bravingboundaries.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Reflection-Questions-2025-for-podcast-episode-compressed.pdf.

As we prepare for a new year of podcasting, we’d love to hear your thoughts — and any topics you’d like us to explore. Have a wonderful festive season.

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Feedback that is constructive—highlighting what you do well and identifying actionable areas for development—is great! But what do you do when you receive feedback that feels purely critical, that hits your confidence and self-esteem, that makes you ruminate on it, and that makes you play it safe next time? In this episode, Anya and Frieda discuss how to manage negative feedback well and use it to build your resilience, ultimately coming out stronger.

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We love hearing how experiments work out for you. Email us at <frieda@bravingboundaries.com> and <anya@anyasmirnova.com>.

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This month's episode focuses on how to cultivate workplace wellness and create a mentally healthy culture in the corporate environment. Amongst other things, Anya and Frieda explore why mental health is still an issue in big corporates (particularly the legal industry), whose responsibility mental health is in the context of the workplace, and what organisations can do to create healthier workplace environments.

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We love hearing how experiments work out for you. Email us at <frieda@bravingboundaries.com> and <anya@anyasmirnova.com>.

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"I should have been made partner by now. I'm a failure." "I can't manage the load - does this mean I am weak?" "I don't see anybody else complaining, so there is something wrong with me." "I should try harder!" "I sound really stupid." "Gosh, am I fat. What a slob." How do you speak to yourself? Is it with the same kindness you'd offer a loved one or is it laden with self-criticism? If the former, keep it up! But most likely, there are things you say to yourself that you would not say to a loved one. Welcome to the episode on kindness; you need it to have a fulfilling, long-lasting and successful life and career.

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Whether you're a seasoned reflector or a first-time voyager into end-of-year introspection, join us as we talk about how individuals and cultures around the world pause to ponder, learn and envision anew as they bid farewell to another year. We are believers that end-of-year reflection is good for you - for your brain, body and soul. It helps you notice your successes, and so it alleviates stress and lifts confidence, you discover something new about yourself, and it brings a sense of completion to the year that our human brain is craving for. 

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In this episode of the Lawyer Life Experiment, Anya and Frieda go scientific! We delve into two psychological models to discuss the often unseen forces of influence that guide and shape our everyday decisions - the systems each of us is part of. Join us as we explain these two ways for you to look at the systems you are part of and reveal the profound impact they have on the choices that define your life.

You can find the graphic representation of the models using search engines: 
Model 1 - The Seven-Eyed Model of Supervision
Model 2 - Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Model

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Anyone can feel unsure about themselves, and people experience it in different ways. It ranges from healthy self-reflection (e.g., 'I'm not yet good at networking') to debilitating self-doubt (e.g., 'I can't ask for a promotion because I'm not worthy' or 'Someone will find out one day that I am a bad lawyer and a fraud'). In this episode, we explore that range, when self-evaluation turns unhealthy, and how we can build resilience and confidence. As always, we finish off with an experiment for you to try.

Do send us your stories. We love hearing how experiments work out for you. Email us at <frieda@bravingboundaries.com> and <anya@anyasmirnova.com>.  

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As Anya approaches her 40th birthday in September and with Frieda already having two years of experience in her 40s, we dive into a discussion about midlife. We explore the juggling act of family, caregiving, health and career challenges that define this phase of life. We share the invaluable lessons we've learned. We celebrate the unique gifts that midlife brings. Join us for an honest conversation as we navigate these complexities while embracing the new opportunities that come our way.

We would love to hear your midlife stories! Email us at <frieda@bravingboundaries.com> and <anya@anyasmirnova.com>.  

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In this episode, Anya and Frieda explore the theme of getting unstuck in our romantic relationships and in our careers. We all sometimes find ourselves feeling lost or stuck, walking in a fog. These books take us on a journey of self-discovery, unconventional strategies for reinvention and finding your way when the path is unclear. Join us as we uncover the secrets to navigating career transitions and breaking free from unhealthy relationships.

0m27s - Intro
3m11s - Anya talks about the book that changed her career trajectory - "Working Identity: Unconventional Strategies for Reinventing Your Career" by Herminia Ibarra.
20m55s - Frieda talks about the book "Mr Unavailable and the Fallback Girl” by Natalie Lue that appeared in her life at just the right time.

We would love to hear your stories of getting unstuck in your career and romantic relationships! Email us your stories at <frieda@bravingboundaries.com> and <anya@anyasmirnova.com>.  

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We love hearing how experiments work out for you. Email us at <frieda@bravingboundaries.com> and <anya@anyasmirnova.com>.

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(Thanks to tedefame from Pixabay for the music.)