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OCTOBER 2022
FRIGHTFULLY DELIGHTFUL
Wicked witches, spooky spiders, creepy crawlies, and horrifying Halloween creatures are coming at the end of the month! In the Barnett household, Halloween is a favorite holiday for Finn and Harlow. The excitement of dressing up, collecting and indulging in way too much candy, watching both fun and scary movies, and trick-or- treating is captivating — they absolutely love it, and Nicole and I enjoy partaking in the excitement, too! Last year, our family had the opportunity to spend Halloween in the Portugal city of Cascais. Halloween is becoming more popular in Portugal every year. However, on the day after Halloween, the Portuguese celebrate All Saints’ Day and Pão por Deus. For this event, we traveled by car for a few hours so the kids could take part in the magic of Halloween. Upon arrival, we saw they had a trunk-or-treat event in the parking lot. The trunks of cars were decked out in Halloween decorations, both spooky and fun. The kids had a blast trick-or-treating from car to car — it was a family experience we will cherish forever and an amazing memory to look back upon. This year, we look forward to continuing our celebrations at home! Watching Finn and Harlow grow as Halloweens come and go makes me realize they have been more or less fearful of some of the scary decorations, spooky costumes, and eerie vibes surrounding the holiday as they’ve aged. As they’ve gotten older and more mature, they can face their fears in a different way, and things that once sent them into a fearful frenzy are no longer scary. This speaks primarily to the impermanence of fear. Sometimes, when we find ourselves in a fearful situation — whether of a spider, of change, of public speaking, or of flying in an airplane — that fear can WORKING THROUGH OUR FEARS
feel like a huge mountain that we can never overcome. Instead, it’s more of a stream that changes shape, and eventually, as we learn to adapt, it’s less scary, and we can cross more easily. Many of our clients enter cases scared and apprehensive about litigation because, let’s be honest, the word sounds scary. There is negative talk surrounding litigation, and many feel that the process will be full of defense attorneys yelling at them and going through their statements with a fine-toothed comb. But, in reality, the more our clients are exposed to the case, and the longer we spend together working through their case, that fear eases up. One of our largest goals at Case Barnett Law is for our clients to feel comfortable and in control throughout the litigation process. Fear is impermanent and easily changed in growing children, our clients, and anyone who experiences some fright or apprehension in life.
–Case Barnett
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IS REMOTE WORK THE FUTURE? 'THE NOWHERE OFFICE’ EXPLORES THIS IDEA
But if remote work is the future, what will happen to the workplaces owned by businesses? Are they unnecessary? Not exactly, explains Hobsbawm. She believes that businesses still need physical workspaces, but how they are used will change. They will no longer be a place where employees spend their entire days. Instead, they will be designated for networking, training, and development. Hobsbawm also tackles the idea of how much employees should be working. She informs business owners that it’s okay to have employees work less, as it can lead to more productivity. She states that “work can and should be not only a source of raw income but also a purposeful life itself.” While your employees need to earn a livable wage, they should also find passion in their work, or they will quickly burn out and feel resentment toward their job. If your business has switched over to a remote or hybrid environment and you’re still trying to figure out how to successfully manage your team, “The Nowhere Office” will help you develop a plan.
Think about your current work environment for a second. Is it the same as it was three years ago? Likely not, as the traditional workplace was overhauled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and now, many employees across various industries are working remotely. But can work return to the offices full time? Should it? Julia Hobsbawm answers these questions and more in her book “The Nowhere Office: Reinventing Work and the Workplace of the Future.”
employees back into an office could kill productivity, and writes that remote or hybrid workplaces can be more flexible for employers and employees alike while still allowing work to be completed on time.
Now that pandemic lockdowns have been lifted, many business owners have attempted to push employees to return to the
office full time. Hobsbawm believes that’s the wrong approach, as forcing
OUR CLIENTS SAY IT BEST "I was so terrified and just seeing Case and finally talking to him I felt this huge sense of relief. I felt like I could trust him right away because when you talk to him you can tell he's a very genuine person. Case told me just to focus on healing and he would take care of everything regarding my case. The settlement was amazing. I honestly couldn't have asked for a better outcome. They're just such a big part of my recovery. I don't know where I'd be right now if it wasn't for them. If you've been hurt in an accident I recommend you call Case Barnett Law right away. They helped me so much throughout my accident and I honestly believe that they can help any one of you guys as well.." -Diana L.
This publication is intended to educate the general public about personal injury and elder abuse. It is not intended to be legal advice. Every case is different.
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We are always looking for new ways to better our attorney referral program, create teachable moments, and find how best to collaborate as professionals in delivering the VERY best service for the client. Recently, a referral attorney sent us a case he thought would be a better fit for our firm. After all, he is not a civil or personal injury attorney. Of course, we gladly met with the client and took on the case — we want to help as many people as possible. Well, we decided to try something new. Because this attorney is not experienced in civil or personal injury law, we had him sit in on the mediation case. He saw just how cathartic the process is for the client and how having a positive relationship with mediators helps the case. He learned a lot about this branch of law. He was extremely grateful for this opportunity and reported seeing the process firsthand was beneficial. The experience opened his eyes to how much we care about our clients, the lengths we go to get them the compensation they deserve, and how the process works. Now, in the future, this attorney is better equipped to know what to look for in deciding which cases to send our way and whether or not we will be able to step in and help. In the future, we will surely be offering other attorneys this same opportunity to sit in, experience the process firsthand and best serve the client! ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SITTING IN ON YOUR REFERRAL CASE?
Inspired by ThisSavoryVegan.com VEGAN PUMPKIN BUCATINI
• 8 oz bucatini pasta • 4 oz sun-dried tomatoes, packaged in oil • 10 oz cherry tomatoes, halved • Salt and pepper • Red pepper flakes, to taste • 1 tsp dried oregano • 8 oz frozen spinach, unthawed • 2 cloves garlic, diced • 1 tsp fresh thyme • 3 sage leaves, chopped • 4 oz hummus • 4 oz pumpkin purée • Fresh basil, for topping Ingredients If it has pumpkin in it, it’s bound to be delicious. This creamy pumpkin bucatini is the perfect fall staple for an at-home date night or a cozy meal alone on the couch.
Directions
1. In a large pot, boil water. Add bucatini pasta and cook according to package instructions. Drain when cooked. 2. Heat a pan over medium heat and add sun-dried tomatoes (including 1 tbsp of the oil), cherry tomatoes, a pinch of salt and pepper, red pepper flakes, and oregano. Stir to combine. 3. Cover and cook until tomatoes are soft (about 5 minutes). 4. Add frozen spinach and cover again (2–3 minutes). 5. Add the garlic, thyme, sage, hummus, and pumpkin purée to the pan and stir. 6. Once warm and bubbly, turn off heat and mix in the pasta. 7. Top with basil, serve, and enjoy!
If this opportunity appeals to you, let us know! We’d be happy to accommodate you!
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Page 1 Overcoming Fear
Page 2 Become an Expert on Remote Work Our Clients Say It Best Page 3 Are You Interested in Sitting in On Your Referral Case?
Vegan Pumpkin Bucatini
Page 4 4 Tips for Being More Mindful
EMBRACING THE POWER OF NOW 4 TIPS FOR PRACTICING MINDFULNESS
Slow down. Try savoring the process of a task, even if it isn’t your favorite thing to do. Paying deliberate attention to your daily actions and activities, like doing the dishes or even folding laundry, promotes healthy focus and reduces feelings of being overwhelmed. Get moving. Incorporating exercise and movement into your daily routine helps you to become aware of your body’s sensations. You’ll be more appreciative of how your body responds to different stimuli and movements, and this trains you to be more aware of yourself. Practice mindful eating. Do you always eat in front of the television or computer? Try eating without distractions, dine in good company, or pay closer attention to flavors and textures of the meal — it’s good for both your body and soul!
Have you ever sat down to eat a bowl of ice cream, then looked down a minute or two later to notice you only have one bite left? What about reaching your destination in the car and not recalling one thing about the entire trip? With the hustle and bustle of our daily
lives, it’s tough to be present 100% of the time, but we shouldn’t let our minds go on autopilot. Not only can this be a safety hazard, but it may also impact important relationships and reduce our enjoyment and satisfaction. With busy schedules and long to-do lists, how can we be more mindful? Here are four tips to help you embrace the power of now!
Use the power of meditation. You don’t need to meditate for a long
time, and it certainly doesn’t require special poses or guidance. But taking just five minutes out of your day to focus on your breathing and clear your mind counts as meditation. It can help you to be more aware, present, and productive, especially in times of stress.
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