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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!

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  • S9 · E175
    Nov 3, 2025 · 1 hr 10 min

    The Pursuit of Excellence and Ruthless Selfishness with Gabby Reece

    Gabby Reece is a force—in sport, in leadership, and in how we love and parent. In this episode of The Wise Effort Show, she shares the formulas she’s dialed in over the years, the non-negotiable that keep her steady, and the radical flexibility that lets her ask, “Is it true?” and adjust with grace. Listen and learn: Formulas to keep a long-term relationship alive (including “shining eyes”) What it means to be “ruthlessly selfish” Gabby’s definition of excellence and strength How Gabby parents three young-adult women Why she sits in the paradox of giving well and being “selfish” for well-being Suggested Next Episode: Episode 165: Breadwinners, Working Women, And Power In The Household With Melissa Hogenboom Related Resources Get enhanced show notes for this episode >>>Join Diana live November 2 for a free Sangha talk and meditation<<< Join the Wise Effort Sangha to access the live Sangha event and previous recordings. Get your ticket (in-person and streaming) to Diana’s Tell the Truth Salon Series, a live gathering in Santa Barbara, California. Sign up for Diana's newsletter Order Diana's book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts. Diana's Events Join our weekly live Sangha Come to Costa Rica in April 2027 with Diana See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting With Diana Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show. Follow Diana on Psychology Today, Insight Timer, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana’s website. Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter. Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music. Mentioned in this episode: Come to Costa Rica with Diana in April 2027 Diana's Retreat in Costa Rica

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  • S9 · E174
    Oct 27, 2025 · 21 min

    Getting Back on The Path with Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer and Christie Aschwanden

    Are you struggling to find inspiration and express your creative self? In this special episode of The Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill shares a vulnerable and insightful conversation from the bonus episode of the Emerging Form podcast. Delving into the nuances of creativity and recovery, Diana discusses her journey with poetry, metaphor, and wise effort. She reveals how personal imperfection and vulnerability can become powerful tools for growth and connection. Learn how to harness your creative energy and face challenges with courage and resilience. In This Episode, We Explore: The role of vulnerability in creativity and recovery The effectiveness of using metaphors in psychological interventions Insights on maintaining wise effort amidst personal struggles Practical tips for integrating creativity into your healing journey Suggested Next Episode: Episode 157: The Medicine Of Surrender, Poetry, And Metaphor With Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer Related Resources Get enhanced show notes for this episode >>>Join Diana live November 2 for a free Sangha talk and meditation<<< Join the Wise Effort Sangha to access the live Sangha event and previous recordings. Get your ticket (in-person and streaming) to Diana’s Tell the Truth Salon Series, a live gathering in Santa Barbara, California. Sign up for Diana's newsletter Order Diana's book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts. Diana's Events Join our weekly live Sangha Come to Costa Rica in April 2027 with Diana See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting With Diana Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show. Follow Diana on Psychology Today, Insight Timer, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana’s website. Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter. Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music. Mentioned in this episode: Come to Costa Rica with Diana in April 2027 Diana's Retreat in Costa Rica

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  • S9 · E173
    Oct 20, 2025 · 24 min

    How to Defuse From Unhelpful Thoughts

    Are your thoughts holding you back from doing wise effort? In this episode of The Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill shares how our thoughts can both facilitate and hinder our efforts. Drawing from ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), contemplative science, and her insights from going on a surf trip with her 16-year-old son and three of his buddies, Dr. Hill provides practical strategies for working with your mind so you can run your life, not let your thoughts control it. Learn about the three Cs of cognitive inflexibility—confirmation, coherence, and compliance effects—and discover how shifting perspectives and breaking mental rules can lead to greater cognitive flexibility. This episode is full of insights to help you step back from your busy thoughts and focus on what truly matters. In This Episode, We Explore: Her Insights from a Surfing Trip Cognitive Flexibility: The Three Cs Breaking the Rules Practical Tips for Cognitive Flexibility Suggested Next Episode: Episode 171: Openness Is The New Mindfulness With Jonathan Schooler Related Resources Get enhanced show notes for this episode >>>Join Diana live October 1 for a free Sangha talk and meditation<<< Join the Wise Effort Community to access the live Sangha event and previous recordings. Get your ticket (in-person and streaming) to Diana’s Tell the Truth Salon Series, a live gathering in Santa Barbara, California. Sign up for Diana's newsletter Order Diana's book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts. Diana's Events See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting With Diana Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show. Follow Diana on Psychology Today, Insight Timer, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana’s website. Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter. Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music. Mentioned in this episode: Come to the Tell the Truth Salon on October 1 See Diana Hill and Rosemerry Trommer during this special live event. Join in-person and live stream. Tell the Truth Salon Series Come to the Tell the Truth Salon on October 1 See Diana Hill and Rosemerry Trommer during this special live event. Join in-person and live stream. Tell the Truth Salon Series

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  • S9 · E172
    Oct 13, 2025 · 22 min

    The Power of Non-attachment

    Do you find yourself trapped in the cycle of chasing things that ultimately make you unhappy? Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist, explores how non-attachment can help you redirect your energy towards more fulfilling pursuits rather than harmful ones. Through personal anecdotes and insights from Buddhism and clinical psychology, Dr. Hill discusses the nature of experiential attachment and offers practical steps to break free from this cycle. Learn how to become disenchanted with harmful cravings, identify your true yearnings, and align your actions with your core values for a more satisfying life. In This Episode, We Explore: Experiential Attachment The Cycle of Craving and Neuroscience Painful Truths About Attachment Three Levers to Overcome Attachment Suggested Next Episode: Episode 106: What Do We Really Yearn For With PBT And ACT Founders Steven Hayes And Joseph Ciarrochi Related Resources Get enhanced show notes for this episode Become a Wise Effort Community member Sign up for my newsletter Order my book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts. Diana's Events See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting With Diana Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find 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: Join us for the next Tell the Truth salon with Rosemerry Trommer. Join Dr. Diana Hill live in Santa Barbara for a Tell the Truth salon event Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer. The salon takes place October 1st at 5:00 live, in person and online. Get your tickets before they sell out. Tell the Truth Salon Series Join us for the next Tell the Truth salon with Rosemerry Trommer. Join Dr. Diana Hill live in Santa Barbara for a Tell the Truth salon event Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer. The salon takes place October 1st at 5:00 live, in person and online. Get your tickets before they sell out. Tell the Truth Salon Series

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