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4 Books to Help You Recognize Trauma’s Hidden Influence: When Success Masks Survival Mechanisms
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/17/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/17/25

4 Books to Help You Recognize Trauma’s Hidden Influence: When Success Masks Survival Mechanisms

A lot of what we call "ambition" is sometimes just unresolved trauma in a power suit. Perfectionism. People-pleasing. Relentless work ethic. Hyper-independence.

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The Minimum Effective Dose: Embracing the Least Amount of Effort Needed to Make an Impact
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/16/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/16/25

The Minimum Effective Dose: Embracing the Least Amount of Effort Needed to Make an Impact

The “minimum effective dose” (MED)— means identifying the least amount of effort needed to create meaningful progress. This principle isn’t about laziness or apathy; it’s about working smarter, not harder.

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Mental Health Days are Necessary for Preventing Burnout: Use Your PTO
stress & burnout, mental health Michelle Porter 4/15/25 stress & burnout, mental health Michelle Porter 4/15/25

Mental Health Days are Necessary for Preventing Burnout: Use Your PTO

These intentional breaks are not only vital for well-being but also integral to sustaining long-term success.

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The Tournament of Priorities: Use Playoff Brackets to Determine Your Actual Priorities
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/14/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/14/25

The Tournament of Priorities: Use Playoff Brackets to Determine Your Actual Priorities

“If everything is a priority, then nothing is a priority.” It’s difficult to determine which tasks truly deserve your time and energy, and which are simply distractions or obligations that you've been conditioned to believe are urgent.

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When Toxic Workplaces Cause Trauma: Understanding the Impact and Path to Recovery
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/10/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/10/25

When Toxic Workplaces Cause Trauma: Understanding the Impact and Path to Recovery

Toxic workplaces are more than just unpleasant; they can be profoundly damaging, leaving lasting emotional and psychological scars.

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How Resilient Are You?: Resilience Is Crucial Amidst Adversity, Chronic Stress, and Burnout
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/8/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/8/25

How Resilient Are You?: Resilience Is Crucial Amidst Adversity, Chronic Stress, and Burnout

Resilience is not a singular trait but a multifaceted capacity that allows individuals to adapt, recover, and thrive despite adversity.

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Want, Willing, Won’t: Use This Simple Exercise to Figure Out Your Boundaries for Change
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/7/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/7/25

Want, Willing, Won’t: Use This Simple Exercise to Figure Out Your Boundaries for Change

The Want, Willing, Won’t framework helps you distinguish between what you want to change, what you are willing to change, and what you won’t change to determine what solutions are sustainable and realistic.

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Understanding and Completing the Trauma Cycle: The Importance of Healing
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/3/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/3/25

Understanding and Completing the Trauma Cycle: The Importance of Healing

Unresolved trauma doesn’t simply vanish with time. Instead, it can persist, shaping behaviors, relationships, and overall well-being.

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Practical, Everyday Ideas for Decreasing Stress and Promoting Recovery
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/1/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/1/25

Practical, Everyday Ideas for Decreasing Stress and Promoting Recovery

This article explores actionable strategies to decrease stress and promote recovery. These ideas are designed to fit seamlessly into busy schedules and can be adapted to suit your personal preferences and lifestyle.

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How Trauma Impacts Health and Fitness: Understanding the Connection to Chronic Stress and Burnout Recovery
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 3/27/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 3/27/25

How Trauma Impacts Health and Fitness: Understanding the Connection to Chronic Stress and Burnout Recovery

While it may not be immediately apparent, trauma can have a profound impact on your eating, exercise habits, and overall health.

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Under Chronic Stress? Completing All Three Stages of the Stress Response Cycle is Critical for Healing
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 3/20/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 3/20/25

Under Chronic Stress? Completing All Three Stages of the Stress Response Cycle is Critical for Healing

By understanding the three stages of the stress response cycle and taking deliberate steps to complete it, you can break free from chronic stress and embrace a healthier, more balanced life.

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The Stress-Productivity Paradox: Why Overworking Hurts Your Career
stress & burnout, occupational health Michelle Porter 3/18/25 stress & burnout, occupational health Michelle Porter 3/18/25

The Stress-Productivity Paradox: Why Overworking Hurts Your Career

The stress-productivity paradox is clear: the harder you push yourself without respite, the less effective and innovative you become.

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The Spheres of Control: Distinguish What You Can and Can’t Control to Focus on What Matters Most
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 3/17/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 3/17/25

The Spheres of Control: Distinguish What You Can and Can’t Control to Focus on What Matters Most

At its core, the sphere of control framework encourages us to distinguish between what we can control, what we can influence, and what lies entirely beyond our influence.

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“Happiness Is…” 200 Small Pieces of Happiness to Find Throughout Your Day
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 3/14/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 3/14/25

“Happiness Is…” 200 Small Pieces of Happiness to Find Throughout Your Day

Yet, happiness isn't always found in grand achievements or milestones; it lives in the small, everyday moments that we often overlook.

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How to Build a High-Impact Morning Routine Without Waking Up at 4 AM
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 3/12/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 3/12/25

How to Build a High-Impact Morning Routine Without Waking Up at 4 AM

You don’t need an extreme schedule to build a morning routine that energizes you, supports productivity, and aligns with your life.

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How to Tell Your Boss or Team You’re Burnt Out Without Fear: A Practical Guide to Prepare and Protect Yourself
stress & burnout, occupational health Michelle Porter 3/6/25 stress & burnout, occupational health Michelle Porter 3/6/25

How to Tell Your Boss or Team You’re Burnt Out Without Fear: A Practical Guide to Prepare and Protect Yourself

Speaking up about burnout at work is an act of courage and self-advocacy, but it requires strategic preparation.

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Deep Health: How Every Aspect of Your Well-Being Works Together for Peak Performance
deep health, stress & burnout Michelle Porter 3/5/25 deep health, stress & burnout Michelle Porter 3/5/25

Deep Health: How Every Aspect of Your Well-Being Works Together for Peak Performance

Deep Health is more than physical fitness or emotional resilience; it’s an evidence-based, whole-person approach that acknowledges how different dimensions of health influence and amplify one another.

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Navigating the Mental Health Challenges of Colleagues in the Workplace
stress & burnout, occupational health Michelle Porter 3/4/25 stress & burnout, occupational health Michelle Porter 3/4/25

Navigating the Mental Health Challenges of Colleagues in the Workplace

For healthy individuals, working closely with those who are struggling can deeply impact their own well-being, particularly in high-stress environments that already promote chronic stress and burnout.

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The Ultimate Guide to Working with a Health Coach: Process, Benefits, and What to Expect
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 2/27/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 2/27/25

The Ultimate Guide to Working with a Health Coach: Process, Benefits, and What to Expect

A skilled health coach doesn’t just provide advice; they guide you through a personalized journey of self-discovery, growth, and achievement.

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Working with Colleagues and Managers Who Have Personality Disorders, Mood Disorders, or Mental Illness
stress & burnout, occupational health Michelle Porter 2/25/25 stress & burnout, occupational health Michelle Porter 2/25/25

Working with Colleagues and Managers Who Have Personality Disorders, Mood Disorders, or Mental Illness

If you've ever found yourself walking on eggshells around a difficult boss, dealing with passive-aggressive colleagues, or managing workplace conflict stemming from mental health challenges, you're not alone.

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