Any K-JDs who relived childhood trauma when working in a toxic firm? I think that made things much worse for me. I never understood why I felt so small, but that's definitely a big part of it.

I'm taking a break from law firm life to recalibrate. But just processing everything is truly crazy.

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I never related it to the K part, just felt the toxicity and trauma.
Glad you’re taking a break. Best wishes to you

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I'm not a K-JD, and not childhood trauma, but trauma nonetheless. I'm taking a month to process.

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I totally understand where you’re coming from. Law firms can be very triggering. I’m so sorry you experienced this and I hope you are on a good healing journey.

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thank you!

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