Your Life In Process

Wise Effort 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!

Music as a Spiritual Practice with Toad the Wet Sprocket's Glen Phillips
Jun 9, 2025 – 01:06:40
Using the Psychology of Creativity to Overcome "Boreout" (Live at Jane Restaurant)
Jun 2, 2025 – 01:03:25
Dating After Divorce with Whitney Cubbison
May 26, 2025 – 46:18
Loving Someone With Cancer With ACT Expert Dr. Jennifer Gregg
May 19, 2025 – 49:56
How to Create Big Love and Stop Selling Yourself Short
May 12, 2025 – 41:23
Generosity, Greed, and Sustainable Practice with Insight Timer CEO Christopher Plowman
Apr 28, 2025 – 54:38
Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child with Ned Johnson & Dr. William Stixrud
Apr 14, 2025 – 01:05:59
The Secret To Growing Wiser as You Age
Apr 7, 2025 – 46:34
Eat, Move, and Stress Your Body Better with Dr. Sharon Bergquist
Mar 24, 2025 – 49:23
Wise Effort in the Bedroom
Mar 17, 2025 – 31:26
Consider This: Wise Effort in Relationships With Nedra Glover Tawwab
Mar 10, 2025 – 53:03
The Art of Living in Uncertain Times With Krista Tippett
Mar 3, 2025 – 01:01:42
How to Fall in Love With Movement with Kelly McGonigal and Katy Bowman
Feb 24, 2025 – 01:09:58
Reclaiming Your Love of Movement (Real Play) Live
Feb 17, 2025 – 25:53
Intimacy, Impulsivity, and Saying Yes to What Is With ACT (Real Play)
Feb 10, 2025 – 44:00
5 Things to Do When Everything Falls Apart
Jan 20, 2025 – 12:50
The Science of Your Hidden Genius With Alex Ellison
Jan 6, 2025 – 45:42
4 Lessons I Learned for the Millionth Time in 2024
Dec 23, 2024 – 32:12
Holding Space for Yourself and Others With Thomas Parkes
Dec 9, 2024 – 51:13
Turn Your Anger Into Positive Energy With Giulia Preziuso
Nov 25, 2024 – 42:34
5 Ways to Start Getting What You Really Yearn for in Life
Nov 11, 2024 – 21:34
5 Reasons Why You Are Overcommitted and Underinvolved
Nov 4, 2024 – 32:10
Unconditional Love, Clinging, and the Science of Letting Go With Dr. Joe Ciarrochi
Oct 21, 2024 – 55:22
Play Big and Write Something Great With Jennie Nash
Oct 7, 2024 – 59:56
What to Do About AI Anxiety
Sep 23, 2024 – 40:25
What We Can Learn From Nature's Genius With Dayna Baumeister
Sep 9, 2024 – 49:28
Your Genius Is Your Problem
Aug 26, 2024 – 22:59
Transform Perfectionism into Social Contribution with Sonya Looney
Aug 12, 2024 – 36:11
The Four Great Life Tasks with Stephen Batchelor
Aug 5, 2024 – 32:24
The Way Out Is In with Jo Confino
Jul 29, 2024 – 48:08
Wise Parenting with ACT
Jul 22, 2024 – 34:05
Wise Effort and Dirty Little Secrets With Emma Waddington and Chris McCurry
Jul 15, 2024 – 49:04
(Replay) Wake Up, Slow Down, and Resist Busyness
Jul 8, 2024 – 43:01
Pleasure and Intimacy with Sex Therapist Dr. Jenn Kennedy
Jun 30, 2024 – 50:38
The Future of Wise Leadership with Dr. Emma Sappälä
Jun 24, 2024 – 46:29
Designing Your Perfect Movement Plan with Katy Bowman
Jun 17, 2024 – 53:34
6 Ways to Boost Your Creativity
Jun 10, 2024 – 22:27
Creativity, Comedy, and Letting It Be Bad With “The Daily Show’s” Sarah Hamblin
Jun 3, 2024 – 48:40
3 Simple Tips to Turn Your Energy Around Each Day
May 27, 2024 – 16:06
Designing Positive Impact Work and a Vision for Tomorrow With Brendan Kiernan
May 20, 2024 – 01:00:53
Living Life on Your Own Terms With Michael Herold (Real Play)
May 13, 2024 – 44:15
How to Use a Mantra with Dr. Diana Hill
May 6, 2024 – 17:04
How to Build Secure Relationships in an Insecure World With Dr. Ann Kelley
Apr 29, 2024 – 45:01
Trapped By Your Own Success? Embrace Values and Commitment with Jennie Nash (Real Play)
Apr 22, 2024 – 40:45
Kids, Social Media, and Digital Thriving with Dr. Emily Weinstein
Apr 15, 2024 – 53:33
How to Sit With an Uncomfortable Feeling
Apr 8, 2024 – 23:22
In This Moment, You Are Enough with Ofosu Jones-Quartey
Apr 1, 2024 – 01:03:02
The Confidence To Speak Up with Jane Chapman (Real Play)
Mar 25, 2024 – 25:15
How to Use ACT to Help Adolescents Thrive With Dr. Louise Hayes
Mar 18, 2024 – 57:52
What To Do When You Feel Like You Don’t Have Enough Time
Mar 11, 2024 – 15:30

Recent Reviews

popemark

Love this show

I heard Dr Hill on another podcast (Therapists Uncensored) and started checking out Wise Effort. I am slowly going through her back catalog and I can say with certainty that her podcast is changing my life. She introduces me to research leaders, I order their books, I follow the specific actions she suggests at “the other side…” I am so grateful for this show.
DrSharonB

So much good information

This podcast provides so much value. Diana is an incredible host!
GoodGood Soul

Love love love

I am so happy I found you Diana. Keep on keeping on!
jennkennedy

Interesting and approachable

I appreciate Diana’s style. Feels like you’re having a conversation with her. She has interesting guests.
Otis Eaton D

Real-Life, Science-Based Ideas and Strategies for better Living

I am an admitted podcast junky and Dr. Diana’s podcasts are a breath of fresh air rising above a mountain of other pod-promises to help us feel-better, be-better, do-better. Dr. Diana brings an incredible line-up of guests who share wisdom, and simple-yet profound concepts (backed by science!) to affect positive change in our lives. Dr. Diana wraps up each episode with small tangible actions we can take right away to bring more goodness into our lives. Her approach stands out from other interviewers in that she is consistently tying together cutting-edge psychological research with ancient spiritual practice and the smarts, warmth, humor, and reliability of a fellow human navigating modern life. Thank you and bravo!
mendingtrauma

Very knowledgeable and friendly

I love listening to Dr. Diana. Her knowledge is considerable and her delivery is friendly and very reassuring. Her podcast broadens the public conversation on how the body and brain work and gives practical and concrete tips on how to change behavior and thinking. Highly recommend!
arnicabuckner

Beautiful, wise and useful

Diana is a gifted teacher and her podcast is a woven tapestry of science, wisdom and heart. As a psychologist and ACT practitioner myself, I come away from these episodes inspired and with new gems to bring to my clinical work and into my own life. Sending gratitude for your work in putting these out into the world, Diana.
Jackson44 Yee

Best ACT Podcast

I love Diana’s work from “Psychologists on the clock” and this podcast is an extension of the great advice that Dr. Hill gives.If you want to live a more thriving and meaningful life, tune into this podcast. I love the way how D. Hill distills ACT-information and sums up everything at the end.I am so grateful for what Dr Hill has taught me and you will be too!
KMason147

Above and beyond

Your Life in Process is a thoughtful antidote to a world of “Instagram therapists”. Host Diana Hill is engaging, relatable, and a fantastic interviewer. The diverse range of guests are credible and interesting. Each episode ends with practical exercises you can incorporate into your week. Check this out if you’re ready for something substantial that can bring meaningful transformation to your life.
Bethesda JB

Both An Evidence Based and Practical Podcast

This podcast brings you valuable insights into how to live your life in a psychologically flexible way, a journey to freedom.
Looner88997

Adds to my anxiety

She talks so fast it evokes anxiety. Slow down and speak in a calm manner. There is no need to rush.
Shilih654

Wise and Compassionate

I love listening to Dr. Hill whether she does a solo episode or with guests. Great information about acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and living life during difficult times. I especially like how she summarizes the learning at the end and suggests concrete skills to practice.
Shcvi££

Makes my life better

Really grateful for this podcast. It is both deeply enriching and very practical. Thank you for taking on these everyday challenges and breaking them down with so much care and honesty.