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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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What Is Psychological Safety and Why Is It Important for Employee Wellness?
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 5/1/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 5/1/25

What Is Psychological Safety and Why Is It Important for Employee Wellness?

For high achievers, psychological safety is especially important. These individuals often derive much of their identity and self-worth from their work.

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5-Step Practical Evening Routine for Better Sleep When You're Stressed and Burnt Out
sleep, stress & burnout Michelle Porter 4/30/25 sleep, stress & burnout Michelle Porter 4/30/25

5-Step Practical Evening Routine for Better Sleep When You're Stressed and Burnt Out

A practical, realistic routine designed for busy people who need structure without adding more stress to your plate.

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Health Coach vs Therapist: Understanding the Differences in Chronic Stress Management and Burnout Recovery
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/29/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/29/25

Health Coach vs Therapist: Understanding the Differences in Chronic Stress Management and Burnout Recovery

Health coaches and therapists both play critical roles in addressing chronic stress and burnout, but their approaches and scopes of practice differ.

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Making Time: The Key to Achieving Your Biggest Goals
deep health, goals & planning Michelle Porter 4/28/25 deep health, goals & planning Michelle Porter 4/28/25

Making Time: The Key to Achieving Your Biggest Goals

Determination can only get you so far. Intentionally allocate specific chunks of time in your schedule for the actions, skills, and practices required to achieve your goals.

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Which Nutrition Plan is Best for You? A Practical Comparison of the Most Popular Diet Methods
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/27/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/27/25

Which Nutrition Plan is Best for You? A Practical Comparison of the Most Popular Diet Methods

This article breaks down the pros, cons, and practical considerations of some of today’s most popular diet approaches to help you make an informed decision.

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Intermittent Fasting: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/26/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/26/25

Intermittent Fasting: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

Intermittent fasting (IF) is not a diet in the traditional sense but an eating pattern that cycles between periods of eating and fasting.

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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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When Burnout Recovery Changes Everything: Realigning Your Career After Healing
stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/24/25 stress & burnout, deep health Michelle Porter 4/24/25

When Burnout Recovery Changes Everything: Realigning Your Career After Healing

When the fog of burnout lifts and the wounds of trauma begin to heal, you might find that the career you once clung to no longer feels like home.

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The MIND Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/23/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/23/25

The MIND Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The MIND diet is a hybrid of the Mediterranean Diet and the DASH Diet designed to support brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline, particularly Alzheimer’s disease.

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Action Plan Confidence Check: The Key to Successful Next Steps Towards Your Goals
deep health, goals & planning Michelle Porter 4/21/25 deep health, goals & planning Michelle Porter 4/21/25

Action Plan Confidence Check: The Key to Successful Next Steps Towards Your Goals

When you choose actions that push you just enough to stretch your capacity, yet are still within reach, you create a pathway for steady, consistent progress.

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OMAD (One Meal a Day) Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/20/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/20/25

OMAD (One Meal a Day) Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The OMAD diet, short for "One Meal a Day," is a form of intermittent fasting where individuals eat just one meal within a one-hour window and fast for the remaining 23 hours.

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The Flexitarian Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/19/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/19/25

The Flexitarian Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The Flexitarian Diet is a semi-vegetarian eating approach that emphasizes plant-based foods while still allowing for occasional meat and animal products.

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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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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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Healthy Habits Dieting: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/13/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/13/25

Healthy Habits Dieting: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

Healthy Habits Dieting is an approach to nutrition that prioritizes flexibility, balance, and sustainability over strict rules, calorie counting, or food restrictions.

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The DASH Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You
nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/12/25 nutrition, physical health Michelle Porter 4/12/25

The DASH Diet: What It Is, How It Works, and Whether It’s Right for You

The (DASH) diet is a balanced eating plan designed to lower high blood pressure (hypertension) and improve overall heart health.

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