Law Students are in the Rare .03% Minority

motivation Sep 07, 2024

In law school, there's always something on the horizon—whether it's prepping for midterms and finals, outlining, and staying on top of readings.

The workload is relentless, and it can feel like the moment you take your foot off the gas, you're already falling behind.

That pressure is real. It’s heavy, and it can make the journey overwhelming at times.

But when law school feels especially tough, I want you to remember this: 0.03%. 

Out of the 341 million people in the U.S., only about 112,000 are currently in law school. That’s less than half a percent of the entire population. Most people will never understand the rigor, the sleepless nights, or the sheer volume of information you must digest. But you do. Because you’re one of the few who chose this path, and you're proving you have what it takes to succeed.

Every day, even on the hardest ones, you’re pushing through.

You’re learning, growing, and doing what 99.97% of the population hasn’t even attempted. You read that right. 99.97% of people don’t even attempt what you are doing.

So, when the workload seems impossible or the self-doubt creeps in, take a step back and realize how far you’ve come.

You're part of an exclusive group. And you’re not just surviving law school. You’re giving your best every day to accomplish your dream. 

Keep going, because your persistence is what sets you apart from everyone in the rest of the entire country. 

If you don't feel like you have reason to celebrate the simple fact that you're doing something incredible just by being a law student, please sign up for a one-on-one coaching session with me so I can help you realize that you're worth your weight in gold. 

P.S. I work really hard, just like you.  I am currently celebrating myself with two of my favorite women on the planet, at the beach, overlooking the water, listening to the waves crash as I type this article. Cheers to ALL of us, living our very best lives and appreciating our individual greatness!

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