The Wise Effort Show
Dr. Diana Hill
The Wise Effort Show with Dr. Diana Hill is a show about how to live wisely.
You’ll learn how to put your energy into places that matter most to you while making a difference in the world.
This show is for you if:
...you’re a high achiever feeling burned out from tasks that don’t matter.
...you want to invest your energy in fulfilling and sustainable ways.
...you seek holistic living without the pressure of a rigid wellness checklist.
...you care about your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.
...you appreciate science but are open to exploring spirituality and contemplative practices.
...you have an open, beginner’s mind.
...you believe there’s a better way to live and are ready to apply your wisdom.
We don’t have to burn ourselves out or engage in things that are not worth it. We can put our energy where it matters most and savor the good along the way.
Join us at the Wise Effort Show!
You’ll learn how to put your energy into places that matter most to you while making a difference in the world.
This show is for you if:
...you’re a high achiever feeling burned out from tasks that don’t matter.
...you want to invest your energy in fulfilling and sustainable ways.
...you seek holistic living without the pressure of a rigid wellness checklist.
...you care about your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.
...you appreciate science but are open to exploring spirituality and contemplative practices.
...you have an open, beginner’s mind.
...you believe there’s a better way to live and are ready to apply your wisdom.
We don’t have to burn ourselves out or engage in things that are not worth it. We can put our energy where it matters most and savor the good along the way.
Join us at the Wise Effort Show!
Episodes
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Oct 16, 2023 • 22min
Sneak Peek of Wise Effort Together with Jack Kornfield, Trudy Goodman, Stephen Porges, Kate Johnson, Joseph Ciarrochi, Robert Waldinger, Christiana Figueres and more!
What do you want to do with this one wild and precious life? In this Wise Effort Together sneak peek, hear highlights from the upcoming 3-day event. What does it mean to you to care for your well-being, relationships, and the planet in ways that are wise, effective, and flexible? Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeOrder my book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course.Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2026!See Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter.Become a Wise Effort member to support the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana’s website.Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music.
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Oct 9, 2023 • 44min
(Repost) What It Means To Accept And How To Do It With ACT Expert Dr. Diana Hill
Dr. Diana Hill, an ACT Expert, explores the meaning and practice of acceptance. She emphasizes its importance in maintaining healthy relationships, pursuing meaningful goals, and finding inner peace. The podcast discusses the misconceptions around acceptance and introduces practices to cultivate greater acceptance. It also explores the benefits of acceptance in various situations, such as acknowledging negative feelings and apologizing for harm caused. The concept of acceptance is further explored through practices like Wim Hof breathing and accepting difficult situations and emotions.
Oct 2, 2023 • 51min
(Repost) Five Mental Habits That Will Make Your Life Better With Dr. Diana Hill
Dr. Diana Hill, a mental health expert, explores science-backed mental habits for a better life. The podcast discusses the significance of mental habits, including self-criticism, avoidance, worrying, and resistance. It explores techniques like soothing rhythm breathing and the importance of being present. Acceptance and letting go are also discussed, along with knowing what matters in life and overcoming resistance and procrastination.
Sep 25, 2023 • 49min
Best Ways to Use Wise Effort With Nedra Tawwab, Jud Brewer, Kelly Wilson, Deb Dana, Sonya Looney, Marcela Matos, and Diana Hill
Diana’s cleaning out her episode closet and sharing the best nuggets of wisdom from her favorite guests. Tune in to learn creative ways to apply principles of curiosity, flexibility, and wise action to your nervous system, your relationships, and beyond.Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeOrder my book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course.Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2026!See Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter.Become a Wise Effort member to support the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana’s website.Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music.
Sep 18, 2023 • 40min
The Anxious Achiever with Morra Aarons-Mele
Anxiety is a double-edged sword. Anxious achievers are rewarded for their accomplishments and drive, but they can also get stuck in stress, worry, and impulsive doing. In this episode, Morra Aarons-Mele explores anxious achievement at work and parenting and offers tangible strategies to transform your anxiety into a superpower.Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeOrder my book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course.Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2026!See Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter.Become a Wise Effort member to support the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana’s website.Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music.
Sep 11, 2023 • 1h 13min
What Is the Eightfold Path? Wise Intention, Wise View, and Wise Effort With Gil Fronsdal
The Eightfold Path includes eight practices of liberation and freedom from suffering. In this episode, Buddhist scholar and meditation teacher Gil Fronsdal presents each element of The Noble Eightfold Path and how it relates to our daily living. Diana Hill shares the intersection between these practices and ACT and how together they support the development of wisdom.Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeOrder my book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course.Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2026!See Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter.Become a Wise Effort member to support the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana’s website.Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music.
Sep 4, 2023 • 43min
The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary with Dr. Ronald Siegel
Dr. Ronald Siegel, psychologist and author, shares insights on breaking the habit of endless self-evaluation and accepting the gift of being ordinary. Topics covered include embracing ordinariness, the pursuit of success and self-esteem, navigating inadequacy and seeking validation, and breaking the self-esteem habit while embracing connection.
Aug 28, 2023 • 50min
Real Play: ACT for Parent Guilt with Dr. Diana Hill and Dr. Emma Waddington
Dr. Diana Hill and Dr. Emma Waddington discuss parental guilt in working parents, using ACT therapy. They explore the challenges of balancing work and parenting, the effects of guilt on mood and behavior, and the importance of self-compassion. They also highlight using guilt as a mindfulness bell and connecting with the inner child for self-understanding.
Aug 21, 2023 • 1h
The Yoga of Parenting with Sarah Ezrin
Sarah Ezrin, a world-renowned yoga teacher, explores the intersection of yoga and parenting in this episode. She discusses applying yoga principles to find balance, the importance of grounding and presence in parenting, balancing softness and strength, practicing yoga poses in the nursery room, incorporating yoga in daily life, and exploring yoga poses for parenting.
Aug 14, 2023 • 1h 3min
How to Create True Happiness, and Understanding With Brother Phap Huu
Diana Hill sits down for tea with Brother Phap Huu in the hermitage of the Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. They explore engaged Buddhism, teenagers and phone use, the concept of inter-being, the power of intention, and how to rest in our modern-day busyness.Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeOrder my book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course.Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2026!See Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter.Become a Wise Effort member to support the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana’s website.Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music.
