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In this solo episode of First Gen Law Pod, host Onnaedo Nwankwo explores the overlooked link between physical movement and mental resilience in the legal profession — especially for first-generation lawyers. Onnaedo shares her personal journey of burnout, stress, and how even simple, consistent movement helped her reclaim clarity and confidence during law school and bar prep.

She breaks down the mental health toll of being first-gen in law and how exercise — from short walks to dancing in your living room — can become a powerful act of resistance and self-care. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or out of sync with your body, this episode is your reminder that movement is not a luxury — it’s a lifeline.

Whether you’re in school, studying for the bar, or juggling practice life, this episode will inspire you to pause, breathe, and move forward — literally.

🧠 Topics Covered:

• The stress of being first-gen in law
• Why movement matters for mental clarity and emotional health
• Easy, low-cost ways to get moving on a busy schedule
• Personal stories of burnout and bouncing back through movement

🎧 Listen in for truth, tips, and a gentle push to take care of YOU.

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