Are you curious about what it takes to pursue excellence and how to practice ruthless selfishness in your life? In this episode of The Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill sits down with Gabby Reece to discuss these concepts. Learn about Gabby's personal formulas for achieving excellence in various aspects of life, from parenting and relationships to health and business. Get insights into the importance of strength and service, balancing structure and adaptability, and questioning your own thoughts. Listen and be inspired to think about your own formula for excellence and what it means to be ruthlessly selfish in a fulfilling way. Enjoy this rich conversation filled with wisdom and practical takeaways from Gabby Reece.

• The importance of personal rituals and formulas for maintaining excellence
• The role of questioning your own thoughts and narratives in achieving genuine strength
• How to pursue excellence in various aspects of life, including health, parenting, and relationships

Episode 165: Breadwinners, Working Women, And Power In The Household With Melissa Hogenboom

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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.

• 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

Episode 157: The Medicine Of Surrender, Poetry, And Metaphor With Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer

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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.

• Her Insights from a Surfing Trip
• Cognitive Flexibility: The Three Cs
• Breaking the Rules
• Practical Tips for Cognitive Flexibility

Episode 171: Openness Is The New Mindfulness With Jonathan Schooler

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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.

• Experiential Attachment
• The Cycle of Craving and Neuroscience
• Painful Truths About Attachment
• Three Levers to Overcome Attachment

Episode 106: What Do We Really Yearn For With PBT And ACT Founders Steven Hayes And Joseph Ciarrochi

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How can we cultivate more openness in our lives? In this episode, Dr. Diana Hill explores this question with cognitive psychologist Dr. Jonathan Schooler on The Wise Effort Show. They delve into the essential role of openness, mind wandering, and curiosity in enhancing creativity, well-being, and empathy. Dr. Schooler shares his insights on the distinctions between openness and mindfulness, the science behind mind wandering, and his theory of consciousness. Learn practical strategies for fostering an open mindset and its profound impact on personal growth and societal change. Don’t miss Dr. Schooler's innovative approaches to nurturing curiosity and his thoughts on the potential of AI in expanding human understanding.

• Openness vs. Mindfulness
• Cultivating Curiosity and Openness
• The Creative Power of Mind Wandering
• The Role of Resonance in Communication
• The Impact of AI on Human Curiosity

Episode 134: Unconditional Love, Clinging, And The Science Of Letting Go With Dr. Joe Ciarrochi

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Struggling with the connection between your sleep, nutrition, and stress levels? In this episode, Dr. Diana Hill sits down with Shawn Stevenson, the dynamic host of The Model Health Show. Shawn dives into his personal journey from a debilitating health crisis to becoming a leading voice in holistic health. They discuss the importance of a solid sleep routine, the impact of essential nutrients on sleep quality, and the life-changing benefits of family meals. Discover actionable steps to create your own sleep sanctuary, the power of nutrient-dense foods, and why community is crucial for holistic health. Don’t miss this deep dive into living a more vibrant and healthier life.

• How a consistent sleep schedule can transform your health
• Why key nutrients like Vitamin C, Omega-3s, and Magnesium are vital for better sleep
• The surprising benefits of family meals on physical and emotional well-being
• Insights into the future of personalized and circadian medicine

Episode 69: What To Eat To Build A Healthier Brain And What You Can Do To Help Improve Nutrition In Your Community With Kimberley Wilson

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How can you regulate your nervous system? Feel less stressed and get back into your body. In this episode, the founder of the Yoga Tune Up Method and author of Body by Breath. She's a renowned fascia expert, a movement educator, and she's the co-founder of Tune Up Fitness Worldwide.  And in this episode, we are gonna walk through some key things that you need to  know about your body. You need to know about your diaphragm.  You need to know about your fascia and you need to know how to regulate your nervous system, how to decrease your stress response from the bottom up.

• The Importance of Body Awareness
• Practical Exercises for Nervous System Regulation
• Breathing Techniques for Relaxation
• The Role of the Vagus Nerve
• The Importance of Fascia
• Self-Massage and Interoceptive Awareness

Episode 121: Designing Your Perfect Movement Plan With Katy Bowman

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