The Happiness Lab: Getting Unstuck Stop Wasting Your Energy — Here’s What to Do Instead (with Dr. Diana Hill)
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Jan 5, 2026 
Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist and author of Wise Effort, shares insights on how to channel our energy more effectively. She discusses the importance of psychological flexibility over relentless effort, encouraging listeners to re-evaluate commitments through the lens of the sunk cost fallacy. Dr. Hill emphasizes curiosity as a tool for discovering new possibilities and promotes journaling to gain perspective. She highlights the role of values in guiding energy allocation and introduces practical strategies for embracing discomfort while pursuing what truly matters.
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Letting Go Revived A Stalled Podcast
- Dr. Diana Hill described burning out on a podcast she’d invested years into and feeling panic before meetings.
- She eventually let it go, returned to her values, and restarted with more freedom and creativity.
Energy Drains When Values Misalign
- Energy directed toward values brings vitality and meaning to life.
- Misaligned behavior drains energy and leads to dissatisfaction.
Use Curiosity To Break Rigid Patterns
- Practice curiosity to stay open instead of judgmental when you're stuck.
- Use curiosity to spot possibilities rather than repeating the same failed moves.
