• Unconditional Love, Clinging, and the Science of Letting Go With Dr. Joe Ciarrochi
    Oct 21 2024

    What does it mean to love unconditionally? And what does science teach us about letting go? That's what we will explore today in this episode of The Wise Effort Show with Dr. Joe Ciarrochi.

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    56 mins
  • Play Big and Write Something Great With Jennie Nash
    Oct 7 2024

    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.

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    1 hr
  • What to Do About AI Anxiety
    Sep 23 2024

    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 Anxiety
    • AI and Job Security Concerns
    • Distress Tolerance Skills
    • Recognizing, Embracing, and Creating Space Your Feelings
    • Understanding the Root of Your Anxiety
    • Harnessing Emotions for Positive Action
    • Using AI with Intention and Purpose
    • Adapting 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.

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    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.

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    39 mins
  • What We Can Learn From Nature's Genius With Dayna Baumeister
    Sep 9 2024

    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 Action
    • Psychological Insights from Nature
    • Adapting to Change: Lessons from Nature
    • Exploring Trust in Nature and Human Relationships
    • Lessons from Nature on Death and Dying
    • How 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.

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    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.

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    50 mins
  • Your Genius Is Your Problem
    Aug 26 2024

    Is your genius also your problem? In this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill explores the concept of 'genius energy' – the unique, powerful force that propels individuals towards their greatest potential. Diana discusses how to identify and claim this energy, illustrates how it can become problematic when misdirected, and provides specific tasks to help listeners explore and use their genius energy wisely. Diana shares tips for how to make your genius work for you, rather than your genius being your problem.

    Listen and Learn

    • Why everyone has a genius energy
    • How to look for genius energy is others, nature, and yourself
    • What’s your struggle?
    • How your genius is your problem?

    Listen as Diana shares personal anecdotes about how her genius is her problem, to illustrate how genius energy can both empower and hinder personal growth.

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    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.

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    24 mins
  • Transform Perfectionism into Social Contribution with Sonya Looney
    Aug 12 2024

    In this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist, discusses the challenges of perfectionism and how to practice wise effort at work with Sonya Looney, a world-champion mountain biker. They explore the intersection of high performance and well-being, ways to transform perfectionism into social contribution, and the importance of support during personal and professional transitions.

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    • Ways to handle crossroads at work
    • Interactions between perfectionism and social contribution
    • The power of impacting just one person
    • How to evaluate success based on how you define success

    Listen as Diana and Sonya share personal experiences and practical insights to help listeners loosen their grip on perfectionism and focus on meaningful contributions.

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    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.

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    38 mins
  • The Four Great Life Tasks with Stephen Batchelor
    Aug 5 2024

    In this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill welcomes author and former Zen monk Stephen Batchelor to explore the four great life tasks that can help individuals become more human. These tasks, derived from Buddhism, focus on practical ethics without the baggage of traditional dogma.

    Listen and Learn

    • The Buddha's definition of what it means to be awake
    • Task #1: Embrace Life
    • Task #2 Letting Reactivity Be
    • Task #3: See the Stopping of Reactivity
    • Task #4: Living Ethically

    Listen as Stephen Batchelor highlights their relevance in contemporary life, emphasizing personal transformation and ethical living.

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    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.

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    32 mins
  • The Way Out Is In with Jo Confino
    Jul 29 2024

    How can we stop striving to be at the top and instead discover that the way out is in? In this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Jo Confino joins Diana Hill in Plum Village, France, to discuss how true fulfillment doesn't come from external achievements but from inside ourselves. We can find genuine happiness and peace by embracing mindfulness and redefining our notions of success.

    Listen and Learn

    • How to make a big impact with a small effort
    • How to lead from the front, center, and back
    • Ways to look for insights inside yourself
    • To Avoid The Trap of Endless Striving:

    Listen to Jo as he shares his thoughts on moving away from the pursuit of being at the top and instead finding that the true path lies within.

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    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.

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    49 mins