Being able to provide a sense of hope to my clients when all else seems to fail stokes the fire within and allows me to really excel in my law practice.  Each client's situation is different, I find the best approach in helping out my clients is the "what would I do if it was me in your shoes" approach, knowing everything I know about the banking and finance industry.  Jumping in the client's shoes not only helps me better understand and advise my clients, it allows me to feel what they are feeling such that I can truly emulate a sense of compassion and hope.  Bedside manner is such a critical aspect in the practice of bankruptcy, as often the money troubles are only a symptom of a greater life issue or crisis. Maintaining a holistic approach in my bankruptcy practice and getting to the root cause of the financial distress is the only real way to finding financial freedom and inner peace.