Wise Effort

Dr. Diana Hill
Wise Effort

Wise Effort 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 Wise Effort!

  1. Holding Space for Yourself and Others With Thomas Parkes

    DEC 9

    Holding Space for Yourself and Others With Thomas Parkes

    "What does it mean to hold space for someone?" In this episode of The Wise Effort Show, host Dr. Diana Hill sits down with therapist and musician Tom Parkes to explore the concept of holding space for yourself and other people. Tom shares his experiences producing his new album, which reflects on the therapeutic process and personal growth. Through an intimate conversation, they discuss themes of vulnerability, the challenges of becoming a parent, and the evolving significance of personal songs over time. Tom also opens up about the importance of self-compassion. The episode highlights the interplay between holding space in therapy, music, and personal life, offering valuable insights for both therapists and non-therapists alike. Listen and Learn The Art of Holding SpaceHow to Let People Be There for YouWhat to do when you wake up in the middle of the nightWays to Break Therapy Norms The episode is a heartfelt exploration of the art of presence, weaving together personal narratives with universal themes. It’s a must-listen for those seeking to deepen their understanding of connection, creativity, and compassion. Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeWant to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT." Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2025!See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting 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.Leave feedback for the show Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music. We can...

    52 min
  2. Turn Your Anger Into Positive Energy With Giulia Preziuso

    NOV 25

    Turn Your Anger Into Positive Energy With Giulia Preziuso

    Join Dr. Diana Hill as she explores how to channel feelings of helplessness, overwhelm, and anger with trauma therapist Giulia Preziuso. Delving into personal stories and therapeutic strategies, they discuss turning anger into positive energy, such as assertiveness. They also discuss navigating family relationships and finding physiological cues to manage intense emotions. Learn how to apply dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) skills to understand better and control your reactions to have a more balanced life. Listen and Learn: How to Turn Your Anger Into Positive EnergyEmotional Regulation TipsWays to Maximize Everyday MomentsTips for Understanding and Accepting Our Parents Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeWant to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT." Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2025!See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting 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.Leave feedback for the show Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music. We can put our energy where it matters most and savor the good along the way. Mentioned in this episode: Come to Costa Rica With Me for a Wise Effort Retreat Dr. Diana Hill invites you to join her on a retreat at Blue Spirit, Costa Rica April 2025. Learn more: wiseeffort.com/costarica Diana's Retreat in Costa Rica

    43 min
  3. 5 Ways to Get What You Yearn for in Life

    NOV 11

    5 Ways to Get What You Yearn for in Life

    In this episode of The Wise Effort Show, clinical psychologist Dr. Diana Hill explores how to stop overcommitting and start getting what you yearn for in life. Discussing concepts like the myth of normalcy, holding too tightly to stories, and avoiding feelings, she offers five actionable solutions grounded in ACT, contemplative practice, and her extensive experience with high achievers. Listen and Learn how to get what you yearn for in life: Understanding human yearningsPracticing 5 Ways to get what you yearn forDiscovering your genius energy Listen as Diana emphasizes the importance of directing one's efforts wisely to avoid burnout and achieve meaningful outcomes. Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeWant to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT." Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2025!See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting 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.Leave feedback for the show Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music. We can put our energy where it matters most and savor the good along the way. Mentioned in this episode: Come to Costa Rica With Me for a Wise Effort Retreat Dr. Diana Hill invites you to join her on a retreat at Blue Spirit, Costa Rica April 2025. Learn more: wiseeffort.com/costarica Diana's Retreat in Costa Rica

    22 min
  4. 5 Reasons Why You Are Overcommitted and Underinvolved

    NOV 4

    5 Reasons Why You Are Overcommitted and Underinvolved

    In this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill explores the paradox of feeling overcommitted yet under involved. She talks about the psychological and contextual reasons behind the paradox, including the myths of normalcy, the craving for more, the impact of our limiting stories, the avoidance of discomfort, and the misalignment with our values. Finally, she encourages listeners to destroy the concept of 'normal' and embrace their unique paths. LISTEN AND LEARN REASONS WHY YOU’RE OVERCOMMITTED AND UNDER INVOLVED  Reason 1: The Myth of NormalcyReason 2: Holding On Too TightReason 3: Stuck in a StoryReason 4: Running from DiscomfortReason 5: You’re Heading in the Wrong Direction Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeWant to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT." Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2025!See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting 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.Leave feedback for the show Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music. We can put our energy where it matters most and savor the good along the way. Mentioned in this episode: Come to Costa Rica With Me for a Wise Effort Retreat Dr. Diana Hill invites you to join her on a retreat at Blue Spirit, Costa Rica April 2025. Learn more: wiseeffort.com/costarica Diana's Retreat in Costa Rica

    33 min
  5. Play Big and Write Something Great With Jennie Nash

    OCT 7

    Play Big and Write Something Great With Jennie Nash

    In this episode of The Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill explores how to 'play big' in your writing life with renowned book coach Jennie Nash. They discuss the evolution of their relationship, including Jennie’s role in guiding Diana’s upcoming book and the challenges of developing authentic writing that leverages 'genius energy.' Jennie shares insights into the emerging field of book coaching and highlights the challenges writers face in translating their vision into impactful literature. Diana reveals the personal journey of crafting her book under Jennie’s guidance. Together, they discuss the complexities of writing and the significance of understanding one's unique voice, concluding with details about their future collaborative projects. Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeWant to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT." Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2025!See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting 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.Leave feedback for the show Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music. We can put our energy where it matters most and savor the good along the way. Mentioned in this episode: Come to Costa Rica With Me for a Wise Effort Retreat Dr. Diana Hill invites you to join her on a retreat at Blue Spirit, Costa Rica April 2025. Learn more: wiseeffort.com/costarica Diana's Retreat in Costa Rica

    1 hr
  6. What to Do About AI Anxiety

    SEP 23

    What to Do About AI Anxiety

    Are you feeling anxious about AI taking over your job? You’re not alone. We will explore that today on The Wise Effort Show with Morra Aarons-Mele in this repost of her episode, in which she interviews me about what to do about AI anxiety on The Anxious Achiever podcast.  Listen and Learn What to Do About AI AnxietyAI and Job Security ConcernsDistress Tolerance SkillsRecognizing, Embracing, and Creating Space Your FeelingsUnderstanding the Root of Your AnxietyHarnessing Emotions for Positive ActionUsing AI with Intention and PurposeAdapting to Change and Uncertainty Listen to Dr. Diana Hill discuss how to use skills related to moving towards what's uncomfortable, practicing compassion, self-compassion,  getting curious, opening up, and using your genius wisely. Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeWant to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT." Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2025!See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting 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.Leave feedback for the show Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music. We can put our energy where it matters most and savor the good along the way. Mentioned in this episode: Come to Costa Rica With Me for a Wise Effort Retreat Dr. Diana Hill invites you to join her on a retreat at Blue Spirit, Costa Rica April 2025. Learn more: wiseeffort.com/costarica a...

    39 min
  7. What We Can Learn From Nature's Genius With Dayna Baumeister

    SEP 9

    What We Can Learn From Nature's Genius With Dayna Baumeister

    Can we learn from nature to solve some of life’s most challenging problems? In this episode, Dr. Dayna Baumeister, the co-founder of Biomimicry 3.8, joins us. She is dedicated to applied natural history and passionate about sharing nature’s genius. The Wise Effort Show is all about using your energy wisely, and there’s a lot we can learn from nature about how to do that. Let’s see what we can learn from nature’s genius.  Listen and learn Examples of Biomimicry in ActionPsychological Insights from NatureAdapting to Change: Lessons from NatureExploring Trust in Nature and Human RelationshipsLessons from Nature on Death and DyingHow to Engage with Biomimicry in Everyday Life Dr. Baumeister shares insights from her extensive work in the field, providing examples of nature-inspired innovations and touching on deeper themes like trust, stress management, and even perspectives on death. Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeWant to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT." Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2025!See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting 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.Leave feedback for the show Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music. We can put our energy where it matters most and savor the good along the way. Mentioned in this episode: Come to Costa Rica With Me for a Wise Effort Retreat Dr. Diana Hill invites you to join her on a...

    50 min
4.9
out of 5
70 Ratings

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Wise Effort 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 Wise Effort!

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