The Lawyer’s Well-Being Brief

The Story of the Eagle and the Crow: Rising Above Challenges

Marc W. Crayton
4 min readNov 15, 2024

“As long as you live, keep learning how to live.”-Seneca

Welcome back or welcome to the Lawyer’s Well-being Brief. Every week, I share insights and tools to help us improve our well-being. This week, I’m sharing ideas from Native American folklore, The Story of the Eagle and the Crow.

The Story of the Eagle and the Crow: Rising Above Challenges

In the wild world of nature, every creature has its unique way of navigating survival and success. One story of resilience is the eagle and the crow. It speaks to focus and overcoming challenges. This age-old tale has fascinated many. It also teaches valuable lessons. Let’s explore the story, its symbols, and its lessons. They are about overcoming negativity and distractions.

The Tale of the Eagle and the Crow

The story goes like this: Eagles, known for their power and grace, are often seen soaring high in the sky. They are also independent. But there is one bird that has a strange relationship with the eagle — the crow. The crow is the only bird that dares to peck at the eagle. It will sit on the eagle’s back and start biting its neck. But, the eagle does not respond or fight with the crow; it avoids wasting energy on the…

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Marc W. Crayton
Marc W. Crayton

Written by Marc W. Crayton

I help high achieving lawyers make better well-being decisions so that they can thrive personally and professionally. Forward, always!

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