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Navigating the Health Highway: Top 5 Detours to Avoid on Your Journey

Embarking on a journey to a healthier you is incredibly exciting, isn’t it? It’s like setting off on a road trip with the best of intentions, a fully stocked playlist, and the open road ahead.

Libby Winkler
4 min readMar 7, 2024
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Navigating the Health Highway: Top Detours to Avoid on Your Journey

Embarking on a journey to a healthier you is incredibly exciting, isn’t it?

It’s like setting off on a road trip with the best of intentions, a fully stocked playlist, and the open road ahead. But, just like any adventure, there are a few wrong turns and detours you might encounter along the way. Fear not! As your co-pilot on this wellness journey, I’m here to guide you through some common missteps and how to steer clear of them.

Buckle up, and let’s dive in!

Mistake 1: The All-or-Nothing Approach

Ever started a diet or workout plan with a “go big or go home” mindset, only to find yourself going home (and possibly straight to the couch) way sooner than expected? You’re not alone. This all-or-nothing mentality can set us up for a cycle of extreme effort followed by inevitable burnout.

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Libby Winkler
Libby Winkler

Written by Libby Winkler

Freelance writer who loves exploring the messiness of humanity, while poking around in nooks of life and shining light on all the things that make us complex..

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