Spring is here, and that means it’s time to ditch the winter blues, clean up, and get healthy. For lawyers, these months can provide a much-needed opportunity to get organized and start developing habits that will improve overall well-being.

Here are some spring wellness tips for lawyers.

Declutter your desk

As the weather warms up, it’s a great time to start decluttering and making space for creativity. Clean up your desk and organize papers and supplies. Deal with anything that’s been sitting around that you’ve been putting off. Make sure everything has a place that’s out of your way when working.

Get healthy at home

Start practicing healthy habits at home, like making your own smoothies or juice. Have a healthy, balanced breakfast each morning and make sure you eat plenty of fruits and vegetables throughout the week. Spring and summer months bring lots of great produce, and you can even start your own garden if you have the space.

Get Outside

Now that the weather is nicer, get outside for a run, walk, or workout. Visit your favorite nature preserve or hiking trail and get some exercise while breathing in fresh air. Make sure you’re not staying inside 24/7, and opt for enjoying nature.

Prioritize the things you love

Spring can be a great time to work on your personal interests. Do things that you really enjoy when you’re outside of work, like reading books, playing a game with family, or playing music. Give yourself more freedom to work on or develop new hobbies to keep your mind busy with something you love to do.

Practice gratitude

Each day, try either writing down or thinking about a few things that you’re grateful for before you face the day. This will help you stay positive and remember all the great aspects of your life that are all too easy to take for granted with the daily grind. Show your clients some of this gratitude by sending a note of appreciation or a thank you.

Spring is the perfect time of year to focus on health, wellness, and organization. These tips will help you break out of the cold winter in all the right ways. If you’re in need of tools that will streamline your practice, learn more about NextChapter and how much it helps attorneys across the country.