Best Diana Herold Podcasts (2024)

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(Replay) Wake Up, Slow Down, and Resist Busyness 42:21

2d ago42:21

42:21

In this replay episode, Dr. Diana Hill shares lessons from a family retreat at Plum Village Monastery. Diana shares the top 6 lessons she learned. You don’t have to go to a monastery to find peace of mind because, as Thich Nhat Hanh teaches, “Happiness is here and now.” Listen and learn Why We Should Look For A Path, Not A Pill The Three Beneficial…

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Pleasure and Intimacy with Sex Therapist Dr. Jenn Kennedy 49:59

10d ago49:59

49:59

How can you have satisfying sex and feel more pleasure? More sensuality? In this episode, Diana welcomes Dr. Jenn Kennedy, a board-certified sex therapist, to explore ways to experience more pleasure and intimacy with our partner(s). Dr. Kennedy shares insights from her extensive experience with individuals and couples, including LGBTQ communities.…

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The Future of Wise Leadership with Dr. Emma Sappälä 45:49

17d ago45:49

45:49

In this episode of The Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill and Dr. Emma Seppälä explore the true essence of wise leadership. They discuss common misconceptions about leadership, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, compassion, and positive energy. Listen and Learn: The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership Positive Leadership and Energy …

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Designing Your Perfect Movement Plan with Katy Bowman 52:55

24d ago52:55

52:55

On this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill discusses with biomechanist and best-selling author Katy Bowman about how to design a personalized movement plan that aligns with one’s values and bodily needs. They delve into the concept of 'nutritious movement,' exploring movement calories, macro and micronutrients, while highlighting the i…

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6 Ways to Boost Your Creativity 21:48

1M ago21:48

21:48

Creativity makes us feel alive, open, and expansive. It’s also one of the most essential skills you can have when solving complex problems and adapting to changing times. Yet we live in a world where creativity is undervalued, and we block ourselves from being creative by playing small or quitting when things get uncomfortable. In this skill-buildi…

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Creativity, Comedy, and Letting It Be Bad With “The Daily Show’s” Sarah Hamblin 48:01

1M ago48:01

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Are you yearning to express something, create something, or tell a story? The creative process isn’t easy and it involves entertaining a lot of bad ideas before you get to great ones. In this episode, Dr. Diana Hill sits down with Sarah Hamblin, a writer and director for The Daily Show. They explore her journey to creative innovative sketches that …

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3 Simple Tips to Turn Your Energy Around Each Day 15:27

2M ago15:27

15:27

Sometimes, more isn’t more when putting your energy toward your values. If you are a high achiever or like to put your all into things, you must become more skillful and strategic about using your effort. In this skill-building episode, Diana Hill offers three simple but impactful tips to rebuild your energy to keep doing what you love without burn…

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Designing Positive Impact Work and a Vision for Tomorrow With Brendan Kiernan 1:00:13

2M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Are you engaging in meaningful work that benefits you and has a positive impact on the world around you? Brendan Kiernan of Helo.tv is a visionary in the media industry transitioning towards purposeful, positive-impact projects. Exploring the intersections of psychology, AI, and climate change, this episode delves into Kiernan’s journey from a conv…

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Living Life on Your Own Terms With Michael Herold (Real Play) 43:35

2M ago43:35

43:35

Michael Herold is a confidence coach, public speaker, and ACT specialist. He also has a neuromuscular condition that may necessitate him leaving his beloved life in Vienna soon. In this real play, Dr. Diana Hill and Michael explore what it would look like to live life on his own terms. Listen and learn: Why it’s helpful to write your own nightmare …

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How to Use a Mantra with Dr. Diana Hill 16:24

2M ago16:24

16:24

Ever wonder what a mantra is and how to use one? In this skill-building episode, Dr. Diana Hill shares the emerging science behind mantras, offers some simple ones to try, and shows you how to design your own. Listen and learn: The impact of mantra on your brain Simple secular mantras you can try out right away How to set up a formal and informal m…

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How to Build Secure Relationships in an Insecure World With Dr. Ann Kelley 44:21

2M ago44:21

44:21

What does it mean to interact in a secure way from a centered, wise space? According to Dr. Ann Kelley, co-author of Secure Relating and co-host of the popular podcast Therapist Uncensored, we all move in and out of secure and insecure patterns in our relationships. Ann’s modern take on attachment theory moves us from rigid categories into a more d…

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Trapped By Your Own Success? Embrace Values and Commitment with Jennie Nash (Real Play) 40:06

3M ago40:06

40:06

In this real play, Dr. Diana Hill is joined by workshop participant Jennie Nash live from a Blue Spirit Costa Rica retreat. Together, they navigate Jennie Nash’s feelings of being trapped by her own success amidst celebrating significant personal milestones and leading a successful business that trains and certifies book coaches. Through exploring …

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Kids, Social Media, and Digital Thriving with Dr. Emily Weinstein 52:54

3M ago52:54

52:54

According to Dr. Emily Weinstein, head of Harvard’s Center for Digital Thriving, we are going about it wrong regarding kids and screens. We must stop demonizing technology and take a more critical and optimistic look at its benefits and harms. In this episode, you’ll explore: Misconceptions parents and caregivers have about teens and screens Why th…

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How to Sit With an Uncomfortable Feeling 22:43

3M ago22:43

22:43

We often hear that we need to learn to tolerate uncertainty and be comfortable with our feelings. However, it's not always easy to do so. Dr. Diana Hill shares psychology research, personal experiences, and practical strategies that can help you confront and work with difficult emotions. In this episode, Dr. Hill covers the following topics: Two th…

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In This Moment, You Are Enough with Ofosu Jones-Quartey 1:02:22

3M ago1:02:22

1:02:22

According to Ofosu Jones-Quartey, everyone is deserving of their own love and compassion, because in this moment, you are enough. Inner work is the way we begin to change the world for the better. In this episode, Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Born I, explores the intersection of hip hop, mindfulness, compassion, and human vulnerability. You’ll explore: The…

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The Confidence To Speak Up with Jane Chapman (Real Play) 24:35

4M ago24:35

24:35

Confidence is defined as the feeling or belief that you can rely on someone or something; firm trust. When we're in an uncomfortable conversation with another person, speaking up requires some inner confidence. In this episode, Diana engages in a real play with Jane Chapman, chef and founder of Communal Table, about developing the inner confidence …

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How to Use ACT to Help Adolescents Thrive With Dr. Louise Hayes 57:12

4M ago57:12

57:12

How do we help our teenagers thrive? World-renown ACT expert Louise Hayes, discusses how parents, caregivers and educators can help teens discover their values, navigate friendships, take healthy risks and manage technology. Dr. Hayes applies her DNA-V model from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as a guide we can use in supporting teens navigate t…

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What To Do When You Feel Like You Don’t Have Enough Time 14:51

4M ago14:51

14:51

Many of us feel like we don’t have enough time, so we rush through life, feeling scattered and dissatisfied. On the flip side, we put off things that matter to us because we think we have all the time in the world to get to them. Dr. Diana Hill shares ideas about: What science shows about happiness and free time Why giving away time gives you more …

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What Do We Really Yearn For With PBT and ACT Founders Steven Hayes and Joseph Ciarrochi 54:42

4M ago54:42

54:42

What do you really yearn for? According to Steven Hayes and Joseph Ciarrochi, humans have 6 core yearnings that guide our behavior towards or away from psychological flexibility. In this episode, you will explore: Our natural yearnings, how they shape our behaviors and psychological reflexes, and the insight required to align our actions with our c…

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Getting Out of Your Own Way With Jenny Schatzle (Real Play) 44:28

5M ago44:28

44:28

Sometimes, the biggest barrier to living up to your values is you. In this real play, fitness instructor and CEO of Bond Fitness, Jenny Schatzle, shares her mission to change diet culture and help moms radically accept their bodies. Diana Hill uses ACT and compassion-focused interventions to help uncover and transform the hidden barriers to making …

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The One Skill You Need to Grow Wise 19:56

5M ago19:56

19:56

Wise Effort is about putting your energy in places that matter and savoring the good of your life along the way. The Wise Effort show, hosted by Dr. Diana Hill, is for you if you are a high achiever, care about holistic health, believe in science, and are looking for more sustainable and impactful ways of living. In this episode, Dr. Diana Hill gui…

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The Hunger Habit With Dr. Judson Brewer 39:44

5M ago39:44

39:44

How can you use neuroscience to break the habit of eating when you are not hungry? Dr. Jud Brewer shares a three-step method to rewire your brain and relationship with food in this episode. Dr. Jud’s thoughts on GLP-1 agonists Dr. Jud leads Diana through his three-step model The “bigger better offer” than eating when not hungry The power of self-co…

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Brain Health and Exercise Across the Lifespan with Dr. Jenny Etnier 56:16

6M ago56:16

56:16

Dr. Jenny Etneir is a mom, sports coach, and leading researcher in brain health, cognition, and exercise. In this science-packed, practical, and motivating episode, Dr. Etneir shares What youth sports coaches are doing wrong How exercise impacts our cognitive performance What to do if you don’t feel like you have enough time to exercise Cutting-edg…

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Break Through Your Exercise Barriers using ACT with Dr. Jason Lillis 58:23

6M ago58:23

58:23

Everyone knows that exercise is good for you, so why do only a quarter of Americans meet the CDC’s guidelines for physical activity? In this episode, Diana Hill and ACT researcher Jason Lillis tackle some of the most significant barriers to moving your body, including “there are no sidewalks,” “I don’t have enough time,” “I feel guilty for leaving …

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100th Episode! Energize Your Life With Constructive Rest, Nutritious Movement, and Mindful Eating Featuring Katy Bowman, David Nutt, Pilar Gerasimo, Kimberley Wilson, and More. 1:05:34

6M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

In this special 100th-episode celebration, Diana offers her favorite and most effective tips to energize your health. Dump “junk food,” rest, and learn restorative practices that will heal your body at the cellular level. Break out of your exercise rut and learn to move more nutritiously. Stop counting calories and track this instead, and learn fou…

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How to Have a Better Year in 2024 With Dr. Diana Hill, Elissa Epel, Alexandra Crosswell, Rick Hanson, Brad Stulberg, Anna Lembke and More 47:12

6M ago47:12

47:12

How can we use what we learned in 2023 to navigate 2024 with greater fortitude and flexibility? In this episode, Diana shares 4 science-backed tips that will make your new year better, including how to stress better, reset your dopamine system, build healthier relationships, and take care of your health. Each of these facets is deeply examined with…

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Savoring the Good: A Short Meditation With Dr. Diana Hill 15:58

7M ago15:58

15:58

Give yourself the gift of savoring this holiday season. Diana encourages you to stop running and savor the good in this short meditation. She guides you through savoring practices such as savoring the breath, gratitude, accomplishments, awe, and wisdom. The episode concludes with setting intentions for incorporating savoring into daily life. Relate…

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From Reviving Ophelia to a Life in Light: Growing Happier as We Age With Mary Pipher 39:37

7M ago39:37

39:37

Mary Pipher revolutionized our understanding of adolescent girls with her best-selling book Reviving Ophelia. Since then, Mary has been writing about the skills women need to thrive across their lifespans. Drawing from her own experiences and her extensive work, including 'Letters to a Young Therapist' and 'Women Rowing North,' Pipher discusses the…

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It’s Your Mother’s Fault, Now What? How to Heal From Family Estrangement With Giulia Preziuso 56:57

7M ago56:57

56:57

Family estrangement is more common than you may think. Most of us don’t talk about our family conflict because we feel shame, stigma, and dread the over-simplistic and judgmental advice, “Why don’t you just forgive them and move on?” Yet, research shows that over ¼ of Americans are estranged from their family members. When estranged, it can feel li…

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The Art of Solitude, Creativity, and Secular Buddhism With Stephen Batchelor 54:26

7M ago54:26

54:26

Solitude is part of wellbeing. Alone time allows you to ponder good questions, explore creativity, and consider what it means to be a good human. In this episode, Stephen Batchelor, a former Buddhist monk, shares the art of solitude, what it means to be a secular Buddhist, the value of going against the stream, how to live an ethical life, and the …

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Real Play: Use Creative Hopelessness To Break Free From Unhelpful Patterns with Rikke Kjelgaard and Diana Hill 59:34

8M ago59:34

59:34

Creative Hopelessness is a powerful tool in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to increase motivation to change and evolve new behaviors. In this real play, Rikke Kjelgaard demonstrates the key questions you can ask yourself to start to get unstuck from unhelpful patterns. Related Resources Get enhanced show notes for this episode Want to beco…

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Gentle Power and the Finnish Art of Sisu With Elisabet Lahti 42:53

8M ago42:53

42:53

Elisabet Lahti wants you to learn how to harness your power differently with embodied fortitude, gentleness, and determination. Sisu is a Finnish concept that refers to a unique blend of courage and tenacity, especially in the face of adversity. It’s an inner strength that helps you keep going under extreme pressure. In this episode, Elisabet share…

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The Power of Persistence and Compassion to Do What It Takes With Dalya Sarkees 43:32

8M ago43:32

43:32

What is it like to be a child of war? How can we transform suffering with the power of compassion? In this episode, ACT psychologist Diana Hill interviews social worker and war refugee Dalya Sarkees about her experience growing up in 3 Iraqi wars, the trauma of finding a new identity in the US, and the inner and ancestral resources she leaned on to…

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How To Excel When Everything Is Changing with Brad Stulberg 51:52

8M ago51:52

51:52

One of our biggest challenges in life is adapting to change. Brad Stulberg, author of the book Master of Change, believes we need to “Be in conversation with change instead of it happening to you. Set appropriate expectations and adjust them when necessary. Cultivate a rugged yet flexible sense of self.” In this episode, Diana and Brad explore how …

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Nourish Your Values Using Functional Contextualism and Interbehaviorism With Dr. Emily Sandoz 1:01:26

9M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

Everything you do and feel occurs in a context. You are shaped by your learning history, your environment, other people, and you are continuously shaping the world around you. In this episode, Emily Sandoz shares how you can apply the ACT concepts of functional contextualism and interbehaviorism to build a juicier, richer, values-based life. Learn …

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Two Simple Things To Do When You Feel Overwhelmed With Dr. Diana Hill 26:22

9M ago26:22

26:22

Many of us feel overwhelmed with current events, the tragedies in our world, and the business of our lives. In this episode, Diana offers two simple, evidence-based skills to practice when you are overwhelmed. Related Resources Get enhanced show notes for this episode Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Fou…

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Sneak Peek of Wise Effort Together with Jack Kornfield, Trudy Goodman, Stephen Porges, Kate Johnson, Joseph Ciarrochi, Robert Waldinger, Christiana Figueres and more! 22:08

9M ago22:08

22:08

What do you want to do with this one wild and precious life? In this Wise Effort Together sneak peek, hear highlights from the upcoming 3-day event. What does it mean to you to care for your well-being, relationships, and the planet in ways that are wise, effective, and flexible? Related Resources Get enhanced show notes for this episode Want to be…

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(Repost) What It Means To Accept And How To Do It With ACT Expert Dr. Diana Hill 43:30

9M ago43:30

43:30

If there’s one skill we all need to be practicing right now, it is acceptance. Acceptance is central to maintaining healthy relationships, making a behavior change, pursuing meaningful goals, and being at peace with yourself. But how do you do it? What does it look like? In this solo episode, Diana sits down with you to explore what acceptance mean…

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(Repost) Five Mental Habits That Will Make Your Life Better With Dr. Diana Hill 50:51

9M ago50:51

50:51

We think a lot about changing our eating habits, drinking habits, and exercise habits. But what about our mental habits? If you are stuck in habits of self-criticism, avoidance, worrying, or resisting what is, you won’t get very far. In this replay of a favorite episode, Dr. Diana Hill takes a fresh perspective on habit change by exploring 5 scienc…

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Best Ways to Use Wise Effort With Nedra Tawwab, Jud Brewer, Kelly Wilson, Deb Dana, Sonya Looney, Marcela Matos, and Diana Hill 48:47

10M ago48:47

48:47

Diana’s cleaning out her episode closet and sharing the best nuggets of wisdom from her favorite guests. Tune in to learn creative ways to apply principles of curiosity, flexibility, and wise action to your nervous system, your relationships, and beyond. Related Resources Get enhanced show notes for this episode Want to become more psychologically …

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The Anxious Achiever with Morra Aarons-Mele 40:15

10M ago40:15

40:15

Anxiety is a double-edged sword. Anxious achievers are rewarded for their accomplishments and drive, but they can also get stuck in stress, worry, and impulsive doing. In this episode, Morra Aarons-Mele explores anxious achievement at work and parenting and offers tangible strategies to transform your anxiety into a superpower. Related Resources Ge…

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What Is the Eightfold Path? Wise Intention, Wise View, and Wise Effort With Gil Fronsdal 1:12:42

10M ago1:12:42

1:12:42

The Eightfold Path includes eight practices of liberation and freedom from suffering. In this episode, Buddhist scholar and meditation teacher Gil Fronsdal presents each element of The Noble Eightfold Path and how it relates to our daily living. Diana Hill shares the intersection between these practices and ACT and how together they support the dev…

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The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary with Dr. Ronald Siegel 42:53

10M ago42:53

42:53

Many of us spend a lot of time feeling self-conscious and comparing ourselves to others. Why do we judge ourselves so relentlessly? Why do we strive so hard to be special or successful or to avoid feeling rejected? In this episode, Dr. Ron Siegel shares why we get caught in the habit of endless self-evaluation and how to break it. You will learn to…

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Real Play: ACT for Parent Guilt with Dr. Diana Hill and Dr. Emma Waddington 49:54

11M ago49:54

49:54

Many working parents feel that they aren’t doing a good enough job in any of the roles they fill. Instead of trying to get rid of parental guilt, in this real play, Dr. Diana Hill works with psychologist Dr. Emma Waddington to get more psychologically flexible with it. Diana will demonstrate each of the core processes of ACT and then debrief the ro…

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The Yoga of Parenting with Sarah Ezrin 1:00:27

11M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Practicing yoga can help us become kinder to ourselves, more aware of our thoughts and actions, and more present in parenting. In this episode, world-renowned yoga teacher Sarah Ezrin guides us in applying the principles of yoga to become a more flexible, open-hearted, and balanced parent. You will practice six yoga poses to support rest, strength,…

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How to Create True Happiness, and Understanding With Brother Phap Huu 1:02:51

11M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Diana Hill sits down for tea with Brother Phap Huu in the hermitage of the Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. They explore engaged Buddhism, teenagers and phone use, the concept of inter-being, the power of intention, and how to rest in our modern-day busyness. Related Resources Get enhanced show notes for this episode Want to become more psychologically …

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Slow Down, Resist Busyness, and Other Lessons from My Family Retreat at Plum Village with Dr. Diana Hill 48:00

11M ago48:00

48:00

Back from a family retreat at Plum Village Monastery, Dr. Diana Hill shares the top 6 lessons she learned. You don’t have to go to a monastery to find peace of mind because, as Thich Nhat Hanh teaches, “Happiness is here and now.” In this episode, Diana offers you practices to wake up, engage with the world more mindfully, and find a little more sp…

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Getting Curious and Choosing Meaningful Passions With Dr. Judson Brewer 48:06

12M ago48:06

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Dr. Jud Brewer started off curious, and he continues to apply that curiosity in all that he does as a mindfulness researcher, psychiatrist, and writer. In this episode, Diana Hill explores Dr. Jud’s career path and uncovers the key mindsets he applied to keep his work meaningful and interesting. Listen in to learn how the power of wise effort, inte…

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Real Play: Find Flexible Choice in Perfectionism and Productivity Anxiety With Dr. Diana Hill and Dr. Rhonda Merwin 1:14:33

12M ago1:14:33

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When you are perfectionistic and productive, you might get praise from others, or feel like you have control in your life. But there are negative side effects to your rigidity and drive, like burnout or missing out on the life you really want. In this real play, Rhonda Merwin shows us how to do a functional analysis of your behavior to learn what i…

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How to Transform Our Collective Consciousness Using Buddhist Psychology With Dharmacharya Shantum Seth 58:11

12M ago58:11

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Shantum Seth is a dharma teacher ordained by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, who leads pilgrimages in the footsteps of the Buddha. In this episode, Shantum Seth shares about the power of spiritual pilgrimage, how to bring compassion into our everyday life, the ethics of the Eightfold Path, and how to cultivate moments of awakening. Related Resources Ge…

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