'Why I had to walk?away from my high-flying, but toxic, corporate law career'
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Dorothy Herson shares her experience transitioning from a promising career as a trainee corporate lawyer at a prestigious London firm to a psychiatric facility. Herson, like many students, aspired to thrive in the high-stakes environment of a top-tier 'Magic Circle' law firm but encountered overwhelming pressure and mental health crises. Her journey emphasizes the detrimental effects of corporate culture on individual well-being and the importance of prioritizing mental health over career aspirations, leading her to ultimately step away from the legal profession for her health.
Dorothy Herson reflects on her journey from being thrilled to join a prestigious law firm to ending up in a psychiatric facility, highlighting the pressures of corporate life.
After the harrowing experience of the internship, Herson made the brave choice to abandon her corporate aspirations for her mental health, illustrating the often-hidden toll of high-stakes careers.
Read at Independent
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