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Silke van Loenen - Ave Munde Therapy

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Silke van Loenen - Ave Munde Therapy

Clients will walk away with practical strategies to prevent burnout, manage pressure, and lead with confidence. Personal leadership, in other words.

Helping legal professionals go from feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious and burnt out to face the daily pressures of their profession with confidence, calm and clarity. 👋 Meet me

As a certified hypnotherapist/hypnotist and accredited coach, I help legal professionals go from feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, burnt out to face the daily pressures of their profession with confidence, calm and clarity. Taking leadership is something I have done as well. In my mid 30s I had a burn-out. I sought help, changed my life and career. I decided to retrain myself: to become a therapeutic coach and transformational hypnotherapist. I love to work with the subconscious mind. That´s where, in my humble opinion, the real change and transformation begins. I´m Dutch, have Indonesian roots, and live in Spain. I am caring, authentic, practical, pragmatic. I see things from both sides, and have a wicked sense of humour. My focus is on vicarious trauma in the legal world, burn-out symptoms, stress, low self-esteem, and relationship issues (especially the one you have with yourself!).

👩‍🎓 Certifications and diplomas
- Certified Hypnotherapist/Hypnotist
- Trained in Rapid Transformational Therapy®
- Rapid Transformational Coaching®
- EFT Tapping
- NLP
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Management, Economics & Law)

16/01/2026

Why Slowing Down Can Be the Best Way to Speed Up

In a world that constantly pushes us to go faster, do more, and never rest, it can be hard to believe that slowing down might actually be the key to achieving more.

Sometimes, the best way to speed up is by taking a step back.

When we’re overwhelmed, running on empty, and trying to juggle a million things at once, we end up losing focus, making more mistakes, and feeling burned out. Our productivity, creativity, and energy all suffer in the long run.

Taking a moment to pause, breathe, and recharge allows you to regain clarity, reduce stress, and make decisions with intention and purpose. It helps you avoid a burnout and create the mental space you need to move forward with renewed energy.

This doesn’t mean you’re weak or uncommitted. Quite the opposite: it means you’re wise enough to know that in order to thrive in the long run, you need to care for yourself first.

So, if you’re feeling the pressure, remember: Taking time to slow down might be exactly what you need to speed up.

🌱 Take care of yourself. Recharge. You’ll come back stronger, clearer, and ready to tackle whatever’s ahead.

14/01/2026

Fear of Failure and Fear of Vulnerability vs. Fear of Slowing Down

Lawyers often face 3 deep fears:
* Fear of Failure – A single mistake can erase years of credibility.
* Fear of Vulnerability – The legal world rewards certainty and confidence, making it hard to show doubt or ask for help.
* Fear of Slowing Down – Taking time to recharge feels like falling behind, but pushing through stress only increases mistakes.

1️⃣ Fear of Failure – A single mistake can be costly and can undo years of competence and credibility. The pressure to be flawless is constant, and it can feel like your worth is measured solely by your outcomes, billable hours, or titles.

2️⃣ Fear of Vulnerability – The legal profession often rewards confidence and control, leaving little room for expressing doubt or asking for help. Showing vulnerability can feel like admitting weakness, and many lawyers learn to armour up, even when that shield becomes heavy and exhausting.

3️⃣ Fear of Slowing Down – The worry that taking a break or slowing down will make you fall behind, disappoint your team, or miss important details. You might fear it will be seen as a lack of commitment or dedication. But pushing through at all costs can lead to burnout and decreased performance.

🌱 As part of my research for my Resilient Legal Minds program, I’ve spoken with many lawyers and found that these fears are all too common. But the solution isn’t about working harder or longer. It’s about slowing down. True resilience comes from knowing when to pause, ask for support, and prioritise your well-being. Only then you can perform at your best.

Resilience in law is about sustainability: build a career you can thrive in without losing yourself along the way.

👉 Want to thrive in law without burning out? I invite you to join my Resilient Legal Minds program, starting March 9th. It’s a 4-week online group program designed to help you build the inner strength, clarity, and confidence you need to prevent burnout and lead with resilience.

Click the link to learn more! https://bit.ly/resilientlegalminds

09/01/2026

You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take the time to refill yours. 💖

We often feel guilty for prioritising self-care, but here’s the truth: you can’t give your best to others if you’re running on empty. It’s an advice I give to myself as a therapeutic coach, but also to my clients.

In a world that constantly asks for more of your time, energy, and attention, it’s easy to forget that you can’t keep giving without first replenishing what you’ve given away. You are not a machine, and your well-being matters.

It’s okay to step back, take a deep breath, and take care of yourself. Refilling your cup isn’t selfish; it’s essential. Too often, we feel guilt when we prioritise our own needs. We think we should always be available, always be giving, always be doing. But here’s the truth: when you neglect your own needs, you risk burning out and losing the ability to show up fully for others.

Self-care isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity. Whether it’s resting, saying “no” to extra obligations, spending time doing what you love, or simply taking a few quiet moments for yourself, those small acts of care are what allow you to continue being the loving, strong, and resilient person you are.

So let go of the guilt. Refilling your cup doesn’t make you any less capable, any less caring, or any less important. In fact, when you nourish yourself, you are better equipped to give from a place of fullness, love, and strength.

Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup. Take the time to refill yours.

You deserve it. 💫

08/01/2026

Why Is My Mind Still Working at 2 AM?

You finished work hours ago.
The laptop is closed. The emails have stopped.

🕑 So why is your mind still arguing with itself at 2 AM?

Because the work doesn’t always leave quietly. Their brains keep running through cases, meetings, and to-dos. This is something I hear often from clients.

Sounds familiar?

😵‍💫 It’s called rumination. The problem? It keeps your nervous system in “on” mode, triggering stress that affects sleep, mood, and health.

Don’t Wait Until Burnout Hits

Stress isn’t just “in your head.” It’s in your body too. It can lead to chronic exhaustion, brain fog, weakened immune system, and high blood pressure.

Constant stress affects your productivity and overall well-being.

Stress can be a silent killer, and you owe it to yourself - and your clients - to keep your mind and body in balance.

Your work is important, but so are you. 🫵

So, if you’re still wide awake at 2 AM, know that you’re not alone. Give yourself permission to reset, to log off. It’s not about being perfect; it’s about being kind to yourself and creating space for your mind to rest. That’s resilience too.

🌱 Remember: You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take the time to refill yours.🥤

DM “SLEEP” for a detailed evening reset technique.

03/01/2026

Respond, Don’t React

🌱 “Use your emotions or your emotions use you.”
I heard this phrase during my Master’s in NLP, and it truly stuck with me.

For a long time, I did the opposite.
I responded from emotion. My emotions were using me: driving my reactions, my decisions, and affecting my stress levels.
I thought that was just part of being under pressure. Part of caring. Part of high performance. It burnt me out, gave me high blood pressure, and I felt I wasn’t in charge of my life.

But here’s what I learned: you can feel deeply and stay in control.

You’re absolutely allowed to feel everything – please do. We’re humans, not robots.

The shift happens when those emotions no longer overtake you or unconsciously influence your responses. Because when you start using your emotions as information, rather than letting them run the show, you are in control.

💪 This is emotional leadership.

I’ve experienced it personally and seen it happen to my clients. Once you lead your emotional state and respond thoughtfully instead of reacting automatically, everything changes.
- Relationships improve – any relationship
- Decisions become clearer and more strategic
- Trust and credibility increase
- Communication strengthens
- Confidence under pressure grows
- Opportunities expand
- Burnout loses its grip

💡 A simple practice to build emotional leadership.

The next time you feel triggered:
1. Pause and take 3 slow breaths
2. Name the emotion silently: “This is frustration / pressure / anxiety.”
3. Ask: “What response puts me back in control?”
4. Respond – or choose to wait.

That pause is where resilience is built.

One of my New Year’s resolutions:
👉 Master letting emotions inform me – not control me.

What are your New Year’s resolutions?

If you find it difficult to stick to them after a few weeks: check out the tips in my post ‘Imagine Leading Your Practice/Day With Clarity and Composure’.

Legal Professionals | Lawyer | Paralegal | Barrister | Solicitor | Attorney | Judge | Legal Secretary | Lawyer Life | Legal Mindset | Legal Community
Resilience | Burnout Prevention | Stress Management | Anxiety | Overwhelm | Burnout

01/01/2026

2026. A new year.

To me a new year is like a new chapter of the book ‘My Life’.

🌟 One never start the new year entirely “anew.” Because we bring last year’s moments, challenges, and lessons with us. But those experiences shape this new year’s chapter. The lessons we’ve learned, the knowledge we have gained, the growth we’ve made, and even the struggles we’ve faced - these become the inspiration for the next chapter. 📖

So, may the days of this new year - this new chapter - be kind and soft, yet invigorating and full of adventure. May they inspire you, bring you and your dear ones good health, and fill your heart with love.
Most of all, may they bring a smile to your face - no matter what twists come your way.

Here’s to writing a chapter that you’ll look back on with pride. ✨

29/12/2025

Imagine Leading Your Practice/Day With Clarity and Composure

Close your eyes for a moment and imagine this…
✨ Starting your day feeling grounded
✨ Moving through work with focus, feeling composed, in control and calm
✨ Ending the day with energy left for you

As we enter a new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on your professional goals and personal well-being. For many legal professionals - whether you’re a lawyer, paralegal, or barrister - the daily demands can be overwhelming, all while trying to maintain a sense of balance in your personal life.

Your dreams and career goals matter, but so does your well-being. You deserve a healthy work-life balance that allows you to be at your best for both your clients and yourself.

⚖️ This year, let’s set ourselves up for success by prioritizing clarity, resilience, and mental well-being. You deserve to thrive in your career and your personal life. It’s not about working harder, it’s about working with balance, support, and a clear mind.

Here are a few practical tips to help you create that balance and stick to your New Year’s resolutions for a healthier, happier year:

1️⃣ Start Your Day with Intention

2️⃣ Build Consistent Routines 
3️⃣ Go Outside

4️⃣ Fuel Your Body with Nourishing Food

5️⃣ Set Realistic Boundaries

6️⃣ Accountability and Support 

💡 Many professionals I work with are high-achieving, deeply committed – and quietly exhausted. My clients come to me for clarity, practical tools, accountability, and support — and together we work to reduce stress, anxiety, and burnout so they can meet the demands of the legal profession with confidence and composure.

Are you ready to lead your practice—and your life—with clarity and composure this year?

🌟 Wishing you a balanced, inspiring and energising 2026 🌟

Legal Professionals | Lawyer | Paralegal | Barrister | Solicitor | Attorney | Judge | Legal Secretary | Lawyer Life | Legal Mindset | Legal Community
Resilience | Burnout Prevention | Stress Management | Anxiety | Overwhelm | Burnout | Lead With Confidence | Calm In The Chaos | Mental Health Matters | Personal Leadership | Personal Growth | Leadership

23/12/2025

Happy Holiday Season

22/12/2025

🌱 As a legal professional, you’re no stranger to stress. Relentless pressure can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and exhausted. It’s not just about the long hours or the challenging clients. It also is the constant mental and emotional strain that often leads to burnout, illness, and a deep sense of being “stuck.”

⚖️ My clients often tell me that the weight of their work is beginning to take a toll on their health and well-being.
As we work together, I guide them through these moments of chaos, using tools like breathwork, visualisation, and shifting their awareness to their bodies.
The goal is to regain a sense of control, balance, and peace - and to build resilience for the challenges ahead.

❓ The question is: “How can you stay calm under pressure when everything around you feels like chaos?”

1️⃣ Recognise Your Stress Triggers
2️⃣ Shift from Your Head to Your Body
3️⃣ Breathe Through the Chaos
4️⃣ Visualise Calm and Clarity
5️⃣ Learn to Lead Yourself First
6️⃣ Embrace the Power of Reflection
7️⃣ Celebrate Small Wins

Staying calm under pressure isn’t about being perfect or eliminating stress entirely. It’s about learning how to manage it, shift your perspective, and build emotional resilience. By practicing self-awareness, shifting your focus from your mind to your body, breathing through the chaos, and taking time for reflection and self-care, you can transform how you handle stress and feel more in control of your life.

When I work with my clients, I see how these simple techniques can help them not only survive but thrive in high-pressure situations. The real power is not in avoiding pressure as that is not sustainable, but in learning how to face it with resilience and calm.

Want to manage stress with ease, confidence and clarity? Join us at Resilient Legal Minds and start your journey to building lasting resilience.
🗓️ January 5th, 2026
🕰️ 19h00 CET/ 18h00 BST/ 1pm EST
🔗 see link in bio

16/12/2025

The Fear No Lawyer Talks About: ‘What If I Can’t Keep This Up?’

Being a legal professional isn’t just about mastering the law – it’s about managing the constant juggle of deadlines, client expectations, case complexities, and the pressure to always perform at your best.
You’ve built your career with ambition, long hours, and hard work.
But behind the accolades and successes, there’s a hidden fear many lawyers carry: What if I can’t keep this up?

💭 For most legal professionals, the dreams and goals are clear:
- build a successful career
- make an impact
- earn recognition
- help clients navigate complex situations
- have a fulfilling life

With these aspirations often comes an overwhelming sense of pressure.
You’ve chosen a high-stakes, high-performance field, and the weight of responsibility can take its toll.

😧 The Hidden Frustrations & Fears
- Constant pressure to stay on top of cases and constantly perform at a high level.
- Fear of burnout from working long hours, managing difficult clients, and handling emotionally draining cases.
- Imposter syndrome - wondering, “Am I really qualified for all of this?”
- Anxiety about future success - thinking, “What happens when I can’t keep this up? Will I be able to handle the next challenge?”

🤗 But here’s the thing: You’re not alone.
These fears are real, but they don’t define you.
In fact, they’re a sign that you’re human, and that you care deeply about what you do.
The question is, how do you face them and build the resilience needed to move forward?

🚧 One of the most important tools to combat these feelings of overwhelm and burnout is setting clear, intentional boundaries. Boundaries aren’t just about saying “no” – they’re about creating space to recharge, to protect your mental health, and to stay aligned with your goals.

16/12/2025

As people are posting their 2025 highlights, please know that if the only thing you did this year was simply survive, held it together, and somehow saw a little ray of sunlight and a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness, that is something to be so proud of. 🌟

“If you ever think about giving up, remember why you held on for so long.”
-Hayley Williams

Give yourself some credit for holding it all together when you were (or the world around you was) falling apart.

I am sending love to those who are:
- grieving a loss
- homesick for family and friends
- mentally and physically drained
- trying to hold it all together
- struggling to make magic for their kids and themselves
- worried about what the future holds

I sincerely hope that the new year brings you warmth and love, and a light to guide your path.

❤️

14/12/2025

Short & Sweet series: Resilient Minds

Join me this December 15, 2025 at 16h30 CET...
Release stress, anxiety and feelings of overwhelm during my Short & Sweet webinar.

Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, burnt out?
⏯ PAUSE
🙏 Take a moment for yourself
⏳ 30 minutes of emptying your mind, grounding yourself, recharging.

You’ll feel relaxed and refreshed after this blissful break.

In need of a pause? Join my free Short & Sweet webinar
🌟 Release, relax and recharge. Sweet, isn’t it?
🌟 Maximum 30 minutes. Hence short.

Give yourself 30 minutes to....
✅ MANAGE stress levels
✅ RELEASE stress
✅ LOWER stress levels

Are you in?
See you soon!

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