The Hidden Threat to Lawyers’ Focus: Doomscrolling

It’s the end of the year—a busy, stressful time for lawyers.

Deadlines are piling up, clients are demanding answers, and the new year is just around the corner.

But are you making things harder for yourself without even realizing it?

What if one sneaky habit is stealing your focus, energy, and peace of mind?

Let’s talk aboutdoomscrolling.

What Is Doomscrolling?

Doomscrolling happens when you scroll through bad news or social media over and over—even though it makes you feel worse.

It’s like eating too much candy: it feels good at first, but later, you feel sick, drained, and regretful.

For lawyers, doomscrolling doesn’t just hurt your mood.

✅. It steals your time.

✅. It makes it hard to concentrate

✅. It even messes up your sleep.

Does this sound familiar?

What Doomscrolling Looks Like

• Checking news or social media the moment you wake up.

• Staying on your phone late at night, even when you’re exhausted.

Feeling more anxious or hopeless after scrolling through updates.

If any of this sounds like you, don’t worry. You’re not alone.

But it’s time to break free.

How to Stop Doomscrolling

Here are three simple ways to reclaim your time and focus:

• Set Time Limits: Pick specific times to check the news—like 10 minutes in the morning—and stick to it.

• Replace Scrolling with Something Positive: Take a short walk, stretch, or do deep breathing when you feel the urge to scroll.

• Turn Off Notifications: Stop the constant pings and pop-ups that tempt you to pick up your phone.
  

Why Coaching Can Help

Stopping doomscrolling isn’t easy. It’s addictive and sneaks into your day without you noticing.

That’s where coaching comes in.

A coach can help you spot bad habits, build better ones, and stay accountable.

Imagine how much more focused, calm, and productive you could be without the stress of doomscrolling dragging you down.

Let’s make 2025 the year you work smarter, feel better, and finally break free from this habit.