The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 609: It's Hard to Be a Person | Diana Hill, Wise Effort
Oct 31, 2025
Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist and the author of Wise Effort, joins to discuss navigating life's challenges in a noisy world. She highlights the power of psychological flexibility and the importance of curiosity over quick fixes. Diana shares practical tips like moving outdoors to alleviate stress and emphasizes how nature enhances creativity. She introduces the concept of 'positive energizers' and explains how tiny, values-aligned actions can transform relationships and family dynamics, offering a path back to presence and purpose.
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Energy Is More Than Rest
- Energy isn't just rest; some activities (like being with positive energizers) boost you even while you give energy.
- Neuroception lets your nervous system read others' tone and microexpressions without words.
Rebuild Embodied Awareness
- Notice your body's signals (hunger, breath, tension) instead of relying on devices to tell you what to do.
- Practice interoception to rebuild embodied wisdom and make more regenerative choices.
Everyone Has A Genius Energy
- Genius energy is the bundle of interests, talents, personality, emotional intelligence and character strengths that make things easier for you.
- Every person has visible genius energy; noticing it helps you direct effort where it thrives.
