Episode 22: The Sneaky Ways We Self Sabotage Ambivalence might seem harmless, but it’s that sneaky little voice that keeps you stuck, second-guessing, and ultimately self-sabotaging your goals. In this episode, Hilary pulls no punches, diving into how those “meh” feelings are secretly holding you back from what you really want. She shares personal stories, client confessions, and straight-up truths about why we keep driving with one foot on the gas and the other on the brake. Episode Highlights:...
Sep 20, 2024•10 min•Ep 23•Transcript available on Metacast EP21 - 9 Habits to Look 10 Years Younger It’s more than genetics—looking and feeling youthful is largely about the choices you make every day. As Hilary celebrates her 52nd birthday, she’s spilling her best-kept secrets to staying energized and radiant. Episode Highlights: Mindset Magic: Hilary’s dishing out four game-changing mindset habits that help her stay youthful—like focusing on solutions (not problems) and living a self-centered life that puts her needs first. Daily Rituals for Radiance:...
Sep 13, 2024•15 min•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast EP20 - You’re Not Broken, Stop Fixing Yourself The key to true personal growth isn’t fixing your flaws, but embracing them as part of your wholeness. Hilary dives into this idea, challenging the widespread obsession with constant self-improvement. Do we really need to fix every perceived flaw, or is there a better path? In this episode, she advocates for a radical shift—moving away from the relentless pursuit of perfection and embracing unconditional self-love and acceptance. Episode Highlights:...
Sep 06, 2024•18 min•Ep 21•Transcript available on Metacast EP19 - Seeing Good is Bad Is seeing only the good in others truly noble and a characteristic to aspire to? Hilary debunks the myth that focusing solely on the positive aspects of people is virtuous. In fact, she suggests that this one-sided, limited viewpoint is not only not good for you, but it’s actually a harmful set-up for everyone involved. Episode Highlights: Hilary explains how idealizing others by only seeing their good traits is a distorted view of reality. Explore how this behavior man...
Aug 28, 2024•11 min•Ep 20•Transcript available on Metacast EP18 - This Radical Gratitude Practice Will Change The Results In Your Life Why isn’t gratitude bringing the happiness we expect? In this episode, Hilary shares a deeper, more radical approach to gratitude that will revolutionize how you view your past, especially the tough parts. Incorporating Hilary’s method into your daily practice leads to a stronger relationship with your whole self, and creates resilience, confidence and a self-centered quality that creates beautiful results in your life. ...
Aug 21, 2024•8 min•Ep 19•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Hilary explores a pivotal realization she experienced shortly after she turned 50: the unnecessary burdens we all carry by tolerating less than we deserve. This episode is a candid exploration of personal thresholds, examining everything from daily inconveniences to significant life choices, and how moving past “what we put up with” can transform our lives as we commit to putting SELF first. Episode Highlights: Hilary's personal journey of eliminating “just putting up with sh*t”...
Aug 14, 2024•16 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 16: This Brain Hack Made Me Millions Introduction: In the newest episode of The Hilary Silver Podcast, Hilary recounts her own profound journey of reshaping her thinking patterns in just 90 days, including a discussion of the very neuroscience technique that made her a millionaire. She shares her personal story along with practical, science-backed strategies that have not only helped her become more successful than her wildest dreams, but have also helped thousands of her clients. If you...
Aug 07, 2024•16 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast Episode #15: Take Back Your Power & Stop Caring What Others Think Introduction In this episode of The Hilary Silver Podcast, Hilary addresses a common struggle many of us face: the concern about others' opinions. If you've ever felt burdened by worrying about what others think of you and wish you could just stop caring, this episode is for you! Hilary offers a thoughtful exploration of why this concern is not only unnecessary but also harmful, and provides actionable advice on how to liberat...
Jul 31, 2024•21 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 14: How to Be More Confident Than 99% of The Population Introduction In this episode, Hilary dives into what true confidence means and how you can achieve it to stand out among the rest. She challenges common misconceptions about confidence, discusses two distinct types of confidence, and shares a powerful seven-word mantra that can transform your approach to challenges in life. Episode Highlights Exploring two types of confidence: situational and true confidence. Introduction of a seven...
Jul 24, 2024•16 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast Introduction In Episode #13: How I Quit HIIT and Got Super Fit at 50! Hilary shares her personal journey of transforming her fitness routine as she approached her fifties. Offering a blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice, she discusses the importance of listening to one’s body and reshaping one's fitness philosophy to align with her overall SELF-CENTERED APPROACH of putting YOU first (and, yes, that means your relationship with food and your body, too). Episode Highlights Hilary’s tra...
Jul 17, 2024•25 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast Episode #12: Been Ghosted? The Secret To Getting Closure Introduction: If you've ever been ghosted or had a relationship end without an obvious explanation, this episode is for you. In this week’s episode, Hilary dives into the often misunderstood concept of closure in relationships. She explores why seeking closure from others can be unfulfilling and emphasizes the empowerment found in self-given closure. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with unresolved feelings from past rel...
Jun 19, 2024•17 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast Episode #11: Your Questions, Answered! Welcome to another bonus episode of The Hilary Silver Podcast: "Your Questions, Answered!" Today, Hilary takes on questions submitted by listeners, tackling a wide range of personal and emotional queries. This episode not only answers listener-specific questions but also touches on universal themes that resonate with anyone looking to improve their emotional and psychological wellbeing through their relationship with SELF. Episode Highlights Hilary addresse...
Jun 12, 2024•38 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast Episode #10: The Other "L" Word No One Wants To Talk About Introduction In this thought-provoking episode of The Hilary Silver Podcast, Hilary takes on the epidemic of loneliness, which she calls "the other L word." Exploring the nuances between situational and existential loneliness, Hilary shares insights on how we contribute to our own feelings of isolation by not allowing true, authentic connections in our lives. She challenges listeners to reconsider how intimacy can be fostered not just wi...
Jun 05, 2024•19 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast Episode #9: Your Lover Lying To You Is Partly Your Fault Introduction In Episode #9 of The Hilary Silver Podcast, "Your Lover Lying To You Is Partly Your Fault," Hilary dives into the complexities of how our own actions and reactions can inadvertently invite dishonesty in our relationships. Building on the insights from the previous episode about trust and truth-telling, this episode shifts focus to self-reflection and understanding the role we play in fostering either truth or deceit from other...
May 29, 2024•15 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast Episode #8: Speak Your Truth & Stop Betraying Yourself Introduction In this episode, Hilary dives into the intricate dynamics of trust within relationships, emphasizing the often overlooked ways we may inadvertently betray ourselves and others. She discusses the distinction between factual honesty and emotional truth, and how failing to express the latter can deteriorate trust and intimacy in relationships. Episode Highlights Understanding the foundational role of trust in relationships. Ide...
May 22, 2024•24 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 7: Stop Sacrificing Yourself For Others Introduction Hello, listeners! Welcome back to this week's episode of The Hilary Silver Podcast. In today's episode, titled "Why We Should All Quit Being Selfless (and how this benefits everyone)," we take on the notion of selflessness and its impact on our lives and those around us. We often hear that being selfless is virtuous, but could it be causing more harm than good? Let's explore how embracing a more self-centered approach can lead to healt...
May 15, 2024•41 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 6: How To Stop Emotional Eating Introduction Hello, Listeners! Welcome back to this week’s episode of The Hilary Silver Podcast. Join me as I dive into the world of emotional eating, where I share both my personal journey and family history with food along with my professional insights. Today, we're exploring how our relationships with food are deeply intertwined with our emotions, shaped by everything from family dynamics to societal pressures. We'll uncover practical strategies for ali...
May 08, 2024•37 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 5: Your Questions Answered! Narcissism, Romance, Therapy & More Introduction Hello, listeners! Welcome back to The Hilary Silver Podcast. Today’s episode is a special one—it’s our very first BONUS Q&A session! We’ve been receiving so many insightful and thought-provoking questions from you all, and it’s time we dive into them. From dealing with complex relationship dynamics to uncovering the hidden roots of anxiety, we’re covering a range of topics to give you the clarity and too...
May 03, 2024•28 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 4: The ONLY Cure For Anxiety. What No One Else Is Saying Introduction Welcome to Episode #4 of The Hilary Silver Podcast, "The ONLY Cure For Anxiety. What No One Else Is SayingToday," Hilary challenges the conventional understanding of anxiety, revealing why it is merely a symptom of deeper issues rather than the core problem itself. Join us as we uncover the root causes of anxiety and learn practical strategies to eliminate it permanently. Hilary dives deep into the mechanics of anxiety...
May 01, 2024•24 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 3: Why Therapy Keeps You Stuck (From This Former Therapist) Introduction Welcome back to the Hilary Silver Podcast. Today’s episode is particularly close to my heart. As a former certified psychotherapist, I’ve seen the ins and outs of the therapy world, and I’ve come to some controversial conclusions. Today’s conversation is about why I believe the traditional therapy model is failing us, and is holding us back from truly addressing and resolving our deeper issues. Whether you’re a ther...
Apr 24, 2024•40 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 2: High Achieving Women Have Low Self Worth Introduction Welcome back to The Hilary Silver Podcast! Today, we’re peeling back the layers on why so many talented, successful women face challenges in love. Inspired by the new JLo documentary on Amazon Prime, we’ll explore how even the most accomplished among us can struggle with issues of self-worth and intimacy in their personal lives. Join me for this deep dive into the paradox of success in career versus challenges in love. Episode High...
Apr 24, 2024•28 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 1: The Personality Type That Attracts Narcissists Introduction Welcome to the very first episode of The Hilary Silver Podcast! You're probably already aware that narcissism is everywhere—from Instagram to top-chart podcasts and headline news. But while it's important to recognize narcissistic behaviors for our safety and well-being, there's a part of the conversation that's often overlooked: how our obsession is preventing us from focusing on our own growth and protection. In today's epi...
Apr 24, 2024•25 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to The Hilary Silver Podcast. Hilary started this podcast to invite listeners into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you more successful in love and life by turning your focus towards the only person who really matters in your life: YOU. (Yeah, she said it). This isn’t a self-care podcast – it’s a self-centered one. Why? Because, despite what your mom told you, you really are the center of the universe. Sound cringey? Scary? Selfish? Good. It’s discomfort that is...
Apr 04, 2024•2 min•Transcript available on Metacast