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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Dec 4, 2023 • 57min
The Art of Solitude, Creativity, and Secular Buddhism With Stephen Batchelor
Solitude is part of wellbeing. Alone time allows you to ponder good questions, explore creativity, and consider what it means to be a good human. In this episode, Stephen Batchelor, a former Buddhist monk, shares the art of solitude, what it means to be a secular Buddhist, the value of going against the stream, how to live an ethical life, and the intersection between Buddha and Socrates. Find some time to be alone with yourself and take a listen!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.Mentioned in this episode:FLASH SALE: Costa Rica RetreatFor a limited time, get $500 off Diana's Costa Rica Retreat. SPECIAL FLASH SALE UNTIL DECEMBER 1ST.
Book today and look forward to an amazing Costa Rica retreat in April 2026.Diana's Retreat in Costa Rica
Nov 27, 2023 • 1h 2min
Real Play: Use Creative Hopelessness To Break Free From Unhelpful Patterns with Rikke Kjelgaard and Diana Hill
Explore the concept of creative hopelessness and its role in breaking free from unhelpful patterns. Learn about the significance of personal values and wise effort. Discover how to create space and prioritize oneself. Delve into the conflict between meeting others' needs and self-care. Uncover the power of effort and five questions that generate creative hopelessness and open up new possibilities.
Nov 20, 2023 • 45min
Gentle Power and the Finnish Art of Sisu With Elisabet Lahti
Elisabet Lahti, advocate for harnessing power differently and building Gentle Power, discusses the concept of sisu, a Finnish concept of resilience and perseverance in the face of extreme challenges. They explore the idea of gentle power and how it can enhance performance in physical activities like yoga and jump roping. The speakers also discuss reframing societal definitions of power and accessing our inner life force to overcome challenges. Plus, they delve into preparing for challenges through constructive discomfort and ways to incorporate gentle power and sisu into daily life.
Nov 13, 2023 • 46min
The Power of Persistence and Compassion to Do What It Takes With Dalya Sarkees
Dalya Sarkees, a social worker and war refugee, talks about her experience growing up in 3 Iraqi wars, the trauma of finding a new identity in the US, and the inner and ancestral resources she leaned on to make the impossible possible. They discuss the power of childhood play, acts of care and compassion during hardships, and the therapeutic value of practicing compassion.
Nov 6, 2023 • 54min
How To Excel When Everything Is Changing with Brad Stulberg
Brad Stulberg, author of Master of Change, discusses excelling amidst change, embracing disorder, fluid identity, and the importance of responding rather than reacting. They explore the tension between goals and enjoyment, reframing expectations, and creating space for self-reflection.
Oct 30, 2023 • 1h 4min
Nourish Your Values Using Functional Contextualism and Interbehaviorism With Dr. Emily Sandoz
Dr. Emily Sandoz, a prominent psychology professor and director of the Louisiana Contextual Science Research Group, dives into the transformative power of functional contextualism and interbehaviorism. She explains how our personal history shapes present behaviors and discusses the importance of context in achieving meaningful habit changes. Emily emphasizes the need for nurturing environments to resource ourselves, balancing self-care with effective parenting, and offers practical steps for cultivating values-based living that align with our true selves.
Oct 23, 2023 • 28min
Two Simple Things To Do When You Feel Overwhelmed With Dr. Diana Hill
Many of us feel overwhelmed with current events, the tragedies in our world, and the business of our lives. In this episode, Diana offers two simple, evidence-based skills to practice when you are overwhelmed. 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.Mentioned in this episode:FLASH SALE: Costa Rica RetreatFor a limited time, get $500 off Diana's Costa Rica Retreat. SPECIAL FLASH SALE UNTIL DECEMBER 1ST.
Book today and look forward to an amazing Costa Rica retreat in April 2026.Diana's Retreat in Costa Rica
Oct 16, 2023 • 24min
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.Mentioned in this episode:FLASH SALE: Costa Rica RetreatFor a limited time, get $500 off Diana's Costa Rica Retreat. SPECIAL FLASH SALE UNTIL DECEMBER 1ST.
Book today and look forward to an amazing Costa Rica retreat in April 2026.Diana's Retreat in Costa Rica
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Oct 9, 2023 • 46min
(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 • 53min
(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.
