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The Weekly Values Check-In: A Mental Reset for Burned-Out Overachievers
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 6/4/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 6/4/25

The Weekly Values Check-In: A Mental Reset for Burned-Out Overachievers

By carving out time to reflect on whether your actions align with your deepest principles, you can ensure that your life remains guided by what genuinely fills you up.

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You Are More Than Your Career: Building a Meaningful Life Outside of Work
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 5/27/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 5/27/25

You Are More Than Your Career: Building a Meaningful Life Outside of Work

To truly thrive in both work and life, it is essential to invest in something equally important: building a full and meaningful life outside of work.

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Developing Your Personal Identity After a Difficult Childhood
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 5/21/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 5/21/25

Developing Your Personal Identity After a Difficult Childhood

If you’ve experienced a difficult childhood, one marked by trauma, neglect, or other adversities, this foundational sense of self can feel like it’s been ripped apart. But here's the truth: you have the power to reshape your identity,

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The Values Journal: Stop Drifting and Start Aligning for Meaningful Success
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 5/9/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 5/9/25

The Values Journal: Stop Drifting and Start Aligning for Meaningful Success

Values journaling offers the opportunity to explore your values more deeply, identify patterns in your behavior, and uncover areas for growth.

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Knowing Your “Why”: The “5 Whys” Exercise Gets to the Heart of the Matter for Meaningful Change
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 5/2/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 5/2/25

Knowing Your “Why”: The “5 Whys” Exercise Gets to the Heart of the Matter for Meaningful Change

Understanding why you do what you do isn’t just a philosophical exercise; it’s the foundation for sustainable motivation, effective decision-making, and meaningful progress.

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Quitting Is an Act of Power, Not Weakness
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 4/25/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 4/25/25

Quitting Is an Act of Power, Not Weakness

Quitting isn’t about giving up. It’s about recognizing when something no longer serves you and having the courage to walk away.

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The Importance of Living Authentically: Designing a Life Well Lived
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 4/18/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 4/18/25

The Importance of Living Authentically: Designing a Life Well Lived

Living authentically is about aligning your identity, core values, and goals with the life you create. It is an act of courage, intention, and self-respect that paves the way to deep health and fulfillment.

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The Art of Feedback: Giving and Receiving from a Growth Mindset
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 4/4/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 4/4/25

The Art of Feedback: Giving and Receiving from a Growth Mindset

At its core, feedback is a means of communication that aligns our actions with desired outcomes. It provides clarity, fosters accountability, and helps us see blind spots.

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Feeling Stuck and Unsure What to Do Next? How to Get Unstuck and Move Forward
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 3/28/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 3/28/25

Feeling Stuck and Unsure What to Do Next? How to Get Unstuck and Move Forward

Behavioral psychology shows that small, intentional actions can trigger a ripple effect, creating momentum and clarity where there was once stagnation.

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But What If It All Works Out? Embrace Cautious Optimism for Stress Management
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 3/25/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 3/25/25

But What If It All Works Out? Embrace Cautious Optimism for Stress Management

Taking risks can be really scary. Sometimes, we need to just place our trust in ourselves, faith, destiny, something bigger than us—that it will all turn out in the end.

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What’s Your Capacity for Change? Determining Your Growth Mindset
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 3/24/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 3/24/25

What’s Your Capacity for Change? Determining Your Growth Mindset

Change is hard. Change is also essential for growth. The good news is that change is not just a matter of willpower; it’s a skill set you can cultivate.

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The Reciprocity of Kindness: Small Acts of Kindness Can Create a Powerful Ripple Effect
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 2/7/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 2/7/25

The Reciprocity of Kindness: Small Acts of Kindness Can Create a Powerful Ripple Effect

The most compelling feature of kindness is its reciprocity. Acts of kindness inspire a "pay-it-forward" effect: when one person experiences kindness, they’re more likely to pass it along to others, creating a virtuous cycle that benefits entire communities.

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Spirituality and Belief Systems: Rediscover What Anchors and Inspires You During Stressful Times
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 1/31/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 1/31/25

Spirituality and Belief Systems: Rediscover What Anchors and Inspires You During Stressful Times

Spirituality or belief systems can be way to anchor yourself in the present, reconnect with your values, and cultivate resilience regardless of external demands.

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Defining Core Values: Your Compass for a Fulfilling Life
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 1/10/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 1/10/25

Defining Core Values: Your Compass for a Fulfilling Life

Core values are the fundamental beliefs and guiding principles that shape how we live, work, and interact with the world.

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Unpacking Personal Identity: Do You Truly Know Who You Are?
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 1/9/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 1/9/25

Unpacking Personal Identity: Do You Truly Know Who You Are?

Your personal identity is like the ever-evolving story you tell about yourself—a narrative shaped by your thoughts, beliefs, values, and experiences.

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Being Misaligned With Your Core Values Takes a Toll On Your Health
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 1/3/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 1/3/25

Being Misaligned With Your Core Values Takes a Toll On Your Health

Our core values act as an internal compass, guiding our decisions, relationships, and priorities.

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Aligning Your Daily Actions and Goals With Your Core Values is Crucial for Deep Health
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 12/28/24 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 12/28/24

Aligning Your Daily Actions and Goals With Your Core Values is Crucial for Deep Health

Understanding and aligning your goals with your core values is essential not just for personal and professional fulfillment but also for long-term health and resilience.

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Are You In the Right Career for Your Personality? MBTI and DiSC Considerations
stress & burnout, existential health Michelle Porter 12/23/24 stress & burnout, existential health Michelle Porter 12/23/24

Are You In the Right Career for Your Personality? MBTI and DiSC Considerations

Feeling disengaged, frustrated, or downright bored at work isn’t just a minor annoyance—it might be a sign you’re in the wrong job or career.

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How Having a Sense of Purpose Can Protect You Against Burnout
stress & burnout, existential health Michelle Porter 12/14/24 stress & burnout, existential health Michelle Porter 12/14/24

How Having a Sense of Purpose Can Protect You Against Burnout

Research has shown that cultivating a sense of purpose can play a vital role in both preventing and recovering from burnout.

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Learn the Skill of Self Reflection for Long-term Health Success
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 12/6/24 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 12/6/24

Learn the Skill of Self Reflection for Long-term Health Success

True progress requires moments of introspection—a practice of looking inward to evaluate not just what you’re doing, but why you’re doing it—helping you see the bigger picture behind your actions.

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