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How to Live Authentically and Unapologetically - Hot Girl/Boy Summer Unpacked
What started as an anthem of confidence and freedom has morphed into pressure to look perfect, travel constantly, and prove you’re unbothered — all while secretly holding your breath.
Let’s take it back.
A true Hot Girl/Boy Summer is not a performance — it’s a personal practice.
It’s about being fully present, emotionally grounded, and boldly in your own lane.

Michi Nogami
7 days ago3 min read


Buzzwords Unpacked: Hot Girl/Boy Summer
It started as a cultural moment — confidence, independence, no drama, full fun. But as it spread, it got tangled in filters, hustle culture, and highlight reels. Hot Girl/Boy Summer means showing up for yourself boldly, joyfully, and unapologetically — from a place of wholeness, not performance.
It’s not about proving anything. It’s about feeling free in your body, your voice, and your life.

Michi Nogami
7 days ago4 min read


A Deeper Dive into a Crash Out
Let’s talk about something we see all around us, especially in high-pressure seasons of life: people “crashing out.”
The phrase might sound dramatic — but whether it’s whispered in concern or said casually like, “She just crashed out,” the impact is real. This isn’t just about burnout. This is what happens when we ignore the warning signs, override our limits, or wear struggle like a badge of honor… until something gives. Let’s unpack what it really means to crash out — a

Michi Nogami
Jul 35 min read


Buzzwords Unpacked: Crash Out
Let’s talk about something we see all around us, especially in high-pressure seasons of life: people “crashing out.”
The phrase might sound dramatic — but whether it’s whispered in concern or said casually like, “She just crashed out,” the impact is real. This isn’t just about burnout. This is what happens when we ignore the warning signs, override our limits, or wear struggle like a badge of honor… until something gives.

Michi Nogami
Jul 34 min read


Taking Emotional Responsibility: Buzzwords Unpacked
Emotional responsibility is about learning to feel fully without outsourcing or offloading those feelings onto others.
What Emotional Irresponsibility Looks Like:
Your partner is on their phone during dinner. Instead of snapping, you say: “I’m feeling disconnected. Can we put our phones away and talk?”
Read on for more great tips and suggestions to take emotional responsibility in your life.

Michi Nogami
Jun 264 min read
Buzzwords Unpacked: Emotional Responsibility
But let’s be honest: a lot of us learned either to suppress our feelings or to let them spill all over the people around us. Most of us were never taught how to hold our emotions without either stuffing them down or blaming someone else for them. Emotional responsibility is about learning to feel fully without outsourcing or offloading those feelings onto others.

Michi Nogami
Jun 263 min read


Real Life Examples of How Narcissism Looks and What it Feels Like - Buzzwords Unpacked: Narcissist
Let’s talk about one of the most misused—and emotionally loaded—words in our current culture: narcissist. What does is look and feel like when you are on the receiving end?

Michi Nogami
Jun 194 min read


Buzzwords Unpacked: Narcissist
Let’s talk about one of the most misused—and emotionally loaded—words in our current culture: narcissist.

Michi Nogami
Jun 193 min read


Buzzwords Unpacked: Self-Discipline - Actionable Tools to Become More Disciplined
The Benefits of Self-Discipline
• Clarity: You make decisions from alignment, not impulse.
• Confidence: Every time you follow through, your self-respect grows.
• Freedom: Ironically, the more structure you create, the more energy and choice you gain.
• Resilience: You don’t fall apart when things get hard—you lean on the practices you’ve built.

Michi Nogami
Jun 124 min read


Buzzwords Unpacked: Self-Discipline
Discipline doesn’t always feel good in the moment, but it feels right in the long run.

Michi Nogami
Jun 123 min read


Buzzwords Unpacked: Accountability - Steps to Becoming Accountable
Accountability isn’t just a responsibility—it’s a gift. When you practice it, your life changes in subtle but powerful ways.

Michi Nogami
Jun 55 min read


Buzzwords Unpacked: Accountability
True accountability is about stepping forward and saying, “That was on me, and here’s how I’ll fix it.”

Michi Nogami
Jun 53 min read


What Self-Care Really Is — and Why It’s the Foundation of Mental Fitness with Practical Tips + Example Communication to Begin Your Self-Care and Mental Fitness Journey
Self care is the everyday practice of showing up for yourself in a way that supports your well-being—emotionally, physically, and mentally.

Michi Nogami
Jun 24 min read


What Self-Care Really Is — and Why It’s the Foundation of Mental Fitness
Real self-care is the everyday practice of showing up for yourself in a way that supports your well-being—emotionally, physically, and mentally.

Michi Nogami
Jun 23 min read


Tips to Nurture, Evaluate, and Release with Grace from a Life Coach
Friendships are one of life’s greatest gifts—and sometimes, one of its deepest challenges. At every stage of life—whether you’re a young...

Michi Nogami
May 222 min read


The Seasons of Friendship—How to Nurture, Evaluate, and Release with Grace
Friendships are one of life’s greatest gifts. Some are with us for a moment, others for a mission, and a precious few—forever.

Michi Nogami
May 224 min read


You Should Meet My Lifer, Cheryl
In life, we all need a person… that person. The one who doesn’t flinch at our messiness, who shows up when the world walks out, who...

Michi Nogami
May 153 min read


Tips to Reducing Burnout
burnout can derail even the most passionate, driven individuals. Here’s what it looks like, why it happens - and more importantly how to prevent and reduce burnout.

Michi Nogami
May 86 min read


Burnout: What It Looks Like and Why It Happens
Burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by excessive stress. It often leads to feelings of detachment, irritability, and lack of motivation.

Michi Nogami
May 83 min read


Boundaries: Tips and Examples
Setting boundaries is an essential part of protecting our energy, preserving our well-being, and cultivating healthier relationships. Yet for many, the act of drawing the line can feel uncomfortable, even guilt-inducing. Whether you're just beginning to explore this skill or looking to strengthen your practice, these tips and examples below are designed to help you build clarity and confidence.

Michi Nogami
May 12 min read
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