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The Power of Laughter: Laugh Hard, Laugh Often for Stress Relief
deep health, emotional health Michelle Porter 2/28/25 deep health, emotional health Michelle Porter 2/28/25

The Power of Laughter: Laugh Hard, Laugh Often for Stress Relief

When the stress piles up, what if instead of grinding harder, we allowed ourselves to laugh harder, more often, and with intention?

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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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Sleep Hygiene Best Practices for Deep, Restorative Sleep— if You Struggle With Chronic Stress and Burnout
sleep, deep health Michelle Porter 2/26/25 sleep, deep health Michelle Porter 2/26/25

Sleep Hygiene Best Practices for Deep, Restorative Sleep— if You Struggle With Chronic Stress and Burnout

In this article, we’ll explore practical, evidence-based sleep hygiene practices that can help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling truly refreshed.

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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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Perception Bias: Becoming More Self-Aware of How You Show Up in the World to Others
deep health, relational health Michelle Porter 2/24/25 deep health, relational health Michelle Porter 2/24/25

Perception Bias: Becoming More Self-Aware of How You Show Up in the World to Others

We all want to be successful, driven, and respected, but sometimes our actions don’t quite align with how we intend to be seen.

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How to Simplify Your Decision-making and Priorities While Recovering from Burnout
stress & burnout, mental health Michelle Porter 2/20/25 stress & burnout, mental health Michelle Porter 2/20/25

How to Simplify Your Decision-making and Priorities While Recovering from Burnout

One of the most effective ways to accelerate burnout recovery is to simplify your decisions and tasks during this challenging time.

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Delegate, Defer, Delete: Essential Time Management Skills to Mitigate Stress
stress & burnout, mental health Michelle Porter 2/19/25 stress & burnout, mental health Michelle Porter 2/19/25

Delegate, Defer, Delete: Essential Time Management Skills to Mitigate Stress

Effective time management is not just about being productive; it’s about survival. Enter the Delegate, Defer, Delete framework.

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Do You Have an Actual Leadership Style or Are You Just Projecting Your Unexamined Trauma and Coping Mechanisms?
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 2/18/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 2/18/25

Do You Have an Actual Leadership Style or Are You Just Projecting Your Unexamined Trauma and Coping Mechanisms?

Your leadership style might not be the product of careful, self-aware cultivation, but rather a reflection of unexamined coping mechanisms developed in response to past trauma.

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The Power of a Daily ‘Thought Dump’: Better Manage Your Thoughts, Worries, and Lists
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 2/17/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 2/17/25

The Power of a Daily ‘Thought Dump’: Better Manage Your Thoughts, Worries, and Lists

This deceptively straightforward exercise—taking time at the end of the day to write down your thoughts, worries, wins, and plans—can be a game-changer for managing chronic stress and burnout.

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Spending Quality Time with Loved Ones Is Essential for Your Well-Being
deep health, relational health Michelle Porter 2/14/25 deep health, relational health Michelle Porter 2/14/25

Spending Quality Time with Loved Ones Is Essential for Your Well-Being

Family, friends, pets, and even community connections are more than just "nice to haves" — these relationships ground us, support us, and bring meaning to our lives.

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What to Do When You Feel Stuck in a Chronic Stress Cycle to Prevent Burnout
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 2/13/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 2/13/25

What to Do When You Feel Stuck in a Chronic Stress Cycle to Prevent Burnout

If you’re constantly tired, irritable, and overwhelmed, you’re not alone. The good news? You don’t have to live this way.

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What to Do If Your Manager Is Projecting Their Trauma Onto You at Work
stress & burnout, occupational health Michelle Porter 2/11/25 stress & burnout, occupational health Michelle Porter 2/11/25

What to Do If Your Manager Is Projecting Their Trauma Onto You at Work

When a leader's unexamined coping mechanisms begin to influence their management style, the effects can trickle down, creating a toxic work environment for their team.

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Cognitive Flexibility for Stress Management: Break Free from Old Patterns
stress & burnout, mental health Michelle Porter 2/10/25 stress & burnout, mental health Michelle Porter 2/10/25

Cognitive Flexibility for Stress Management: Break Free from Old Patterns

The ability to pivot and think differently can be the key to breaking free from burnout and reaching your goals. One psychological trait that plays a vital role in this process is cognitive flexibility.

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Mental and Emotional Loads: How The Invisible Weight You Carry Affects Your Wellness
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 2/9/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 2/9/25

Mental and Emotional Loads: How The Invisible Weight You Carry Affects Your Wellness

The pressures of chronic stress and burnout, fueled by unrelenting responsibilities at home and work, can feel overwhelming.

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"Show Me Your Friends, and I’ll Show You Your Future": The Impact of Your Social Circle
deep health, relational health Michelle Porter 2/8/25 deep health, relational health Michelle Porter 2/8/25

"Show Me Your Friends, and I’ll Show You Your Future": The Impact of Your Social Circle

The company you keep says more about your future than you might think. Your social circle influences your mindset, behaviors, and trajectory—often in ways you don’t immediately realize.

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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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The Hidden Link Between "All or Nothing" Thinking and Burnout
stress & burnout, mental health Michelle Porter 2/6/25 stress & burnout, mental health Michelle Porter 2/6/25

The Hidden Link Between "All or Nothing" Thinking and Burnout

If you're an ambitious, high-performing professional, you're likely no stranger to pushing yourself to the brink. But if your relentless drive to succeed manifests in all-or-nothing thinking, it could be the root of your chronic stress and burnout.

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Are You Sleep Deprived or Burnt Out? How to Know the Difference
sleep, stress & burnout Michelle Porter 2/5/25 sleep, stress & burnout Michelle Porter 2/5/25

Are You Sleep Deprived or Burnt Out? How to Know the Difference

How do you differentiate between sleep deprivation caused by stress and the deeper, more pervasive issue of burnout? Understanding the distinction is critical, as these conditions require different approaches to recovery.

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Surprising Trauma-Rooted Behaviors That May Drive Your Success at Work
deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 2/4/25 deep health, mental health Michelle Porter 2/4/25

Surprising Trauma-Rooted Behaviors That May Drive Your Success at Work

Success stories often celebrate traits like resilience, determination, and adaptability. But what if the roots of these traits lie in unresolved trauma?

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Limiting Factors, Advantages, and Next Steps: Determining Your Next Actions to Take Towards Your Goals
deep health, goals & planning Michelle Porter 2/3/25 deep health, goals & planning Michelle Porter 2/3/25

Limiting Factors, Advantages, and Next Steps: Determining Your Next Actions to Take Towards Your Goals

The process of evaluating what to do next requires a strategic approach to understanding the limiting factors that could hinder your progress and the advantages that can accelerate your success.

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