Episode 146: Want to Instantly Lower Your Stress? An Interview with Paralegal, Vincent Ascolese

About the Guest:

Vincent Ascolese graduated from St. John’s University in 1998 with a bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, an ABA approved program.  He is a current Paralegal Association of New Jersey member, a previous member of the Board to the New Jersey Paralegal Convention, and a previous member of the Paralegal Committee of the New Jersey State Bar Association.  He was also a past Trustee-at-Large on the PANJ Executive Board.  He currently works as a paralegal for McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP.

In this episode, Ann sits down with Vincent Ascolese, a paralegal who reveals how integrating mindfulness into daily routines can drastically improve work productivity and mental health, especially for professionals in high-pressure careers like paralegals. This conversation navigates through the significance of practicing mindfulness during both high and low-stakes periods, reinforcing the notion that a consistent mindfulness practice can boost performance during demanding times.

• Mindfulness for Stress Management: Implementing mindfulness techniques during low-stress periods can enhance performance during more stressful times.

• Practical Mindfulness Strategies: Vincent emphasizes informal ways to practice mindfulness at work, like being conscious during daily tasks such as climbing stairs or going for a brief walk.

• Improving Productivity: Practicing mindfulness can help reduce mistakes, enhance focus, and improve overall productivity by narrowing one's focus and minimizing distractions..

• Mindfulness Apps and Resources: Insight Timer, Headspace, and Calm are recommended apps to guide and sustain mindfulness practice.

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