On Thursday, 29 August 2024, TSMP hosted a Female Mentorship session in our office where some 30 women, including lawyers from our firm and others in different professions, turned up to network and share their experiences.

Hosted by our partners June Ho and Ong Pei Ching, the event also welcomed Anita Samant, lawyer turned Psychodynamic Psychotherapist and Counsellor, who spoke on the topic of self-reflection, self-awareness and self-regulation in the workplace.

June and Pei Ching kickstarted the casual and candid session with their own tips to best manage workplace relationships and the importance of having a strong support system. Drawing laughter from the participants and igniting impromptu sharing from some participants, they shared personal anecdotes from early days in their career and how they overcame the challenges they did.

In her presentation, Anita touched on skills such as how to identify stress triggers and healthy coping mechanisms. What struck many of the attendees was the emphasis on “It’s about exploration, not perfection.” It helps to remind ourselves that self-discovery is a lifelong journey.

Conversations and mingling continued over drinks and canapés as participants exchanged more stories and their contacts. These mentoring sessions were started with the intention of providing a safe space for younger women to build connections with like-minded individuals and this mental wellness workshop did just that.

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