Feeling overworked, overwhelmed, and still unsatisfied? In this episode, psychologist and author Dr. Diana Hill is back to share how to transform anxious over-effort into meaningful action. Based on her new book Wise Effort, Diana breaks down how to align your drive with your values, use your body as a source of wisdom, and stop wasting energy on fear, guilt, and proving yourself. We talk about why achievement alone won’t fulfill you, ways to work through feedback, burnout, and uncertainty. Tune in to learn how to find your genius energy and show up wisely, especially when life feels like it’s falling apart.

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In this Episode, You Will Learn

00:00 Why did you write Wise Effort for high achievers running on empty?

02:00 How to use music as a nervous system regulator and create a “Losing My Sh*t” playlist.

07:45 What Wise Effort really means and how it helps you stop striving on autopilot.

10:15 Why the body holds deeper wisdom than your pros and cons list.

14:15 How to reframe your struggles and build psychological flexibility.

17:30 How to turn your worries into clarity around your values.

24:00 Four questions to challenge unhelpful stories.

33:12 How to prioritize your genius energy and align work with your core values.

41:30 Ways to use feedback as information.

45:45 Tips to cope with layoffs, uncertainty, and fear without toxic positivity.

52:15 Why showing up with dignity creates lasting impact.

Resources + Links

Grab your copy of Dr. Diana Hill’s book Wise Effort HERE

Get a copy of my book - The Anxious Achiever

Watch the podcast on YouTube 

Find more resources on our website morraam.com

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Follow me: on LinkedIn @morraaronsmele + Instagram @morraam

Follow Dr. Diana Hill: on LinkedIn @drdianahill + Instagram @drdianahill