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Fear of Missing Out (FOMO): The Grass is Always Greener
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 7/15/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 7/15/25

Fear of Missing Out (FOMO): The Grass is Always Greener

At its core, FOMO is a form of loss aversion. Your brain is wired to avoid regret more than it is to seek happiness.

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The Importance of Trying and Failing: Don't Look Back at 80 and Wish You Had Just Gone for It
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 7/14/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 7/14/25

The Importance of Trying and Failing: Don't Look Back at 80 and Wish You Had Just Gone for It

For many people, the fear of failure is not just about failing itself—it’s about being seen failing.

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Live a Life That Makes You Feel Fully Alive: Having Purpose is Key to a Fulfilling Life
deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 7/11/25 deep health, existential health Michelle Porter 7/11/25

Live a Life That Makes You Feel Fully Alive: Having Purpose is Key to a Fulfilling Life

It’s about knowing what lights you up and aligning your daily life with those passions and values.

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Choice Overload (Paradox of Choice): The More Options, The More Chaos
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 7/10/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 7/10/25

Choice Overload (Paradox of Choice): The More Options, The More Chaos

Choice overload, also known as the paradox of choice—is when too many options leave you paralyzed rather than empowered.

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Sunk Cost Fallacy: Throwing Good Time After Bad
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 7/7/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 7/7/25

Sunk Cost Fallacy: Throwing Good Time After Bad

Are You trapped by past investments (time, money, energy)? Deep down, you know these things aren’t serving you. But walking away? That feels impossible.

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How to Enjoy Life Even When You're Going Through Difficult Times—Stressed Out and Burned Out
deep health, emotional health Michelle Porter 7/3/25 deep health, emotional health Michelle Porter 7/3/25

How to Enjoy Life Even When You're Going Through Difficult Times—Stressed Out and Burned Out

Enjoying life is part of what keeps us resilient, connected, and emotionally strong enough to navigate challenges.

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Stop Overbooking Yourself: The Realistic Daily Task Limit for High Achievers
deep health, goals & planning Michelle Porter 6/30/25 deep health, goals & planning Michelle Porter 6/30/25

Stop Overbooking Yourself: The Realistic Daily Task Limit for High Achievers

High achievers often believe they can fit more into a single day than is humanly possible.

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The Biopsychosocial Model: How Biological, Psychological, and Social Factors Influence Your Health and Wellness
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 6/26/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 6/26/25

The Biopsychosocial Model: How Biological, Psychological, and Social Factors Influence Your Health and Wellness

If you’re looking for a high-performance, longevity-focused approach to staying on top of your game without burning out, this model is worth your attention.

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Common Decision-Making Struggles: Where Smart People Get Stuck and How to Break Free
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 6/25/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 6/25/25

Common Decision-Making Struggles: Where Smart People Get Stuck and How to Break Free

Let’s break down the most common decision-making struggles professionals face and, more importantly, how to navigate them without losing your sanity.

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Dreams vs. Goals: Why Your Big Vision Needs More Than Just Wishful Thinking
deep health, goals & planning Michelle Porter 6/23/25 deep health, goals & planning Michelle Porter 6/23/25

Dreams vs. Goals: Why Your Big Vision Needs More Than Just Wishful Thinking

The difference between those who achieve their aspirations and those who don’t is the ability to transform dreams into structured goals and execute relentlessly.

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Why Ambivalence During the Change Process Is Normal, Expected, and a Strength
deep health, emotional health Michelle Porter 6/19/25 deep health, emotional health Michelle Porter 6/19/25

Why Ambivalence During the Change Process Is Normal, Expected, and a Strength

Ambivalence isn’t a flaw; it’s a natural and expected part of the change process. When embraced, it can even become a powerful tool for growth.

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The Transtheoretical Model of Change: Understanding the 6 Distinct Stages of Change
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 6/16/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 6/16/25

The Transtheoretical Model of Change: Understanding the 6 Distinct Stages of Change

If you've ever found yourself stuck in a cycle of wanting change but struggling to follow through, this guide will help you break free.

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Embracing a Growth Mindset When You’re Called To Change
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 6/13/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 6/13/25

Embracing a Growth Mindset When You’re Called To Change

Sometimes change comes in the form of opportunities, at other times, change is born from loss. Both types of change push us outside our comfort zones, testing our resilience and capacity for adaptation.

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5 Fitness Mistakes Burnt-Out High Achievers Make (That Sabotage Health, Not Just Progress)
physical health, deep health Michelle Porter 6/11/25 physical health, deep health Michelle Porter 6/11/25

5 Fitness Mistakes Burnt-Out High Achievers Make (That Sabotage Health, Not Just Progress)

If you’re prioritizing your career at the expense of your health, it’s worth examining whether these five common exercise mistakes are holding you back from managing stress, improving physical health, enhancing sleep quality, and fueling better nutrition habits.

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Why Taking Breaks Is the Most Productive Thing You Can Do for Yourself to Avoid Chronic Stress and Burnout
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 6/9/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 6/9/25

Why Taking Breaks Is the Most Productive Thing You Can Do for Yourself to Avoid Chronic Stress and Burnout

If you don’t take a break when you need it, your body will force you to—and it will be at the worst possible time.

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The Power of Empathy: Enhancing Emotional Intelligence in Your Relationships
deep health, relational health Michelle Porter 6/6/25 deep health, relational health Michelle Porter 6/6/25

The Power of Empathy: Enhancing Emotional Intelligence in Your Relationships

What makes empathy so compelling is the way it sharpens our emotional intelligence, offering profound insights not only into the emotions of others, but into our own.

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Being a Strong Learner Isn’t About How Smart You Are: It’s About Your Behaviors and the Skills You Build
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 6/5/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 6/5/25

Being a Strong Learner Isn’t About How Smart You Are: It’s About Your Behaviors and the Skills You Build

Being a strong learner isn't about inherent intelligence—it's about adopting the right behaviors and developing a set of skills.

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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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The Cost of Staying Too Long: Breaking Free from Situations That No Longer Serve You
deep health, emotional health Michelle Porter 6/3/25 deep health, emotional health Michelle Porter 6/3/25

The Cost of Staying Too Long: Breaking Free from Situations That No Longer Serve You

Staying in environments or relationships that no longer serve you—whether it’s a job, a city, a friendship, or a romantic partnership—comes at a significant cost.

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How Well Do You Know Your Emotions? Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
deep health, emotional health Michelle Porter 5/28/25 deep health, emotional health Michelle Porter 5/28/25

How Well Do You Know Your Emotions? Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a critical skill for personal and professional success, especially for those navigating the pressures of high-stress environments.

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