Episode 164

Find Your Voice and Write Your Genius With Diana Hill and Jennie Nash

Published on: 4th August, 2025

Are you an aspiring writer struggling to find your voice? This week’s episode explores how to tap into your unique creative genius and align it with your values to become the writer you were meant to be. Dr. Diana Hill, along with book coach Jennie Nash, delves into the Wise Effort Method. Hear about Diana's personal journey of overcoming her challenges and how Jennie guided her through unleashing her true writing genius. They also discuss how to clear mental blocks, focus creative energy, and integrate daily rituals to enhance your writing process. If you’re ready to dig deep and transform not just your writing, but your life, this episode is for you. Tune in and get inspired to bring your book idea to life. 

In This Episode, We Explore:

  • How to identify and overcome your mental stories and obstacles in writing
  • Strategies to open up creatively and align your work with your values 
  • Practical ways to harness and focus your unique genius energy 
  • The importance of ritual and community in the writing process

Suggested Next Episode:

Episode 113: Trapped By Your Own Success? Embrace Values And Commitment With Jennie Nash (Real Play)

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    Wise Effort
    The Science and Practice of Putting Your Energy Where It Matters Most
    Wise Effort with Dr. Diana Hill is a show about how to live wisely.

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    Diana Hill

    Diana Hill, PhD is a clinical psychologist, international trainer and sought-out speaker on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and compassion. Host of the podcast Wise Effort with Dr. Diana Hill and author of The Self-Compassion Daily Journal, The ACT Daily Journal, and the upcoming book Wise Effort, Diana works with organizations and individuals to develop psychological flexibility so that they can grow fulfilling and impactful lives.

    Integrating her over 20 years of meditation experience with yoga and psychological training, Diana guest teaches at InsightLA, Blue Spirit Costa Rica, PESI, Praxis Continuing Education, Yoga Soup and Insight Timer Meditation. She is on the board for the Institute for Better Health, and blogs for Psychology Today and Mindful.org. Diana practices what she preaches in her daily life as a mom of two boys and bee guardian. Go to drdianahill.com or her channels on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@drdianahill) to learn more.