What's Your 1 THING?

Jordan Hiller sits down with old friend Sara Valley—once a dedicated behavioral-health professional, now a full-time creator, mom, and co-host of the new podcast Behind Open Doors. In this candid conversation you’ll hear:

Why a seemingly “normal” workday became the day Sara handed in her resignation—and what led her to walk away from a stable income

How stepping off the career ladder gave her space to launch an Etsy shop, pai...

Hey—it’s Jordan. This episode is a little different. I’m starting a new segment called Help Me Understand, and I’m kicking it off with something I’ve never really “got”: music.

I’ve always felt a little disconnected from music. I didn’t grow up obsessed with bands or genres, and to be honest, I used to fake it just to fit in. But with a massive music festival coming to my hometown soon, I want to finally figure out what makes mu...

Today’s episode of What’s Your 1 THING? is powered by cold medicine and chaos. I threw out an "Ask Me Anything" on Twitter (or X, whatever we’re calling it now) — and you delivered.

We’re talking naps, personal development books nobody finishes, kitchen appliances as life metaphors (I am officially a turkey baster now), why Raising Cane’s might just make you rich, and the true test of self-control: the Costco sample aisle.

Plus, a he...

This one’s a little different.

A few weeks ago, I had the chance to speak live at a podcasting event here in Appleton, and let me tell you… it was a blast. I wanted to bring that same energy to you, so this is a live recording of that talk. Heads up—since it was a live show, I leaned pretty hard into the slides and visuals. So if you're listening, just know there are a few jokes and bits that land better if you're watchi...

EP 40 — Smell the F*ing Roses**

Alright, this one’s short and to the point.

If you’ve been walking around mad at traffic, annoyed at people, and convinced the world is falling apart—this is your reminder that it’s probably not. You just need to smile more. Chill a little. And maybe stop hanging around people who drain the life out of the room.

“Smell the f***ing roses, man.”

That part? Might be worth clipping for your lock ...

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Consistency is the real MVP.

In this short and sweet episode, we talk about the awkward, boring, and downright uncomfortable phases of chasing your goals—and why most people quit right there. But if you can make it through the “cold shower” moments of life (lite...

Grow or Adapt? Why One Word Changes Everything

Ever feel like personal growth is just waiting around for the stars to align? Like you need the perfect conditions to finally make progress? Yeah… I don’t love that.

This week, we’re throwing out the word grow and replacing it with adapt. Because growth? It’s passive. It depends on things outside your control. But adapting? That puts you in the driver’s seat. You shift, you move,...

What’s up, my fine-feathered friend? Let’s talk about a super simple way to stay on top of what actually matters to you: the Red-Green Tracker.

You pick one thing—maybe it’s getting more sleep, spending quality time with family, or finally getting around to meal prepping—grab a spreadsheet, a sticky note, or whatever works for you - list out the item you would like to track and every day, you mark it green if you hit your goal o...

Remember when you believed in magic? Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, we traded wonder for 'realism.' But what if we didn’t have to? In this episode, My sister and I dive into where the magic goes—and how we can bring it back. From leprechaun traps and childhood psychic moments to why kids see the world differently, this conversation is a reminder that maybe, just maybe, we don’t have to outgrow magic. Listen in a...

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In this engaging conversation, siblings Jordan and Anastasia aka (Not Natasha) discuss their creative journeys, focusing on writing, filmmaking, and personal development. They share insights on overcoming fears, the importance of persistence in creative endeavors, and the balance between work and fun. The conversation also delves into family history and the significance of legacy...

You know that thing you’re naturally good at—the one people always compliment you on? Yeah, that one. What if I told you that talent alone isn’t enough? This week, I had a wake-up call: I’ve been coasting. And if I want to be great, I need to stop relying on what comes easy and start actually putting in the work.

In this episode, we’re talking about the trap of natural ability, why confidence isn’t about persuasion but belief, and t...

What would you get up in the middle of the night to do for free?

For Kimberly Stoeger, that question changed everything. She started out chasing a business degree because that’s what her family did. But life had other plans—plans that involved hitting rock bottom with her health, battling misdiagnoses, and realizing she had to take control of her own well-being.

That journey led her to functional medicine, where she not only hea...

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Where are you? No, seriously. The real you. The one who used to climb trees, make weird jokes, and do things just because they were fun. Yeah, that one.

Somewhere along the way, life buried that person under mortgages, emails, and polite small talk by the water cooler. But what if we could bring them back?

This episode is all about rediscovering the quirks, passions, and ridic...

Summary

In this episode, Jordan Hiller reflects on his personal journey of overcoming fears and setting ambitious goals. He discusses the importance of vulnerability and accountability in achieving one's dreams, particularly focusing on his aspiration to share the stage with his idol, Ed Mylett. Jordan emphasizes the need to maintain a high level of ambition and to avoid falling back into complacency, encouraging listeners t...

You know that moment when you need to do something simple—send a text, ask a question, speak up in a meeting—but instead of just doing it, your brain traps you in a spiral of overthinking? You start worrying about how you'll come across, what people will think, and before you know it, you’ve talked yourself out of taking action.

In this episode, we’re talking about that fear—fear of judgment, fear of looking stupid, fear of get...

Are you saying yes to things that don't align with your dreams? In this episode of What's Your 1 THING?, we’re diving into the power of saying no. If it’s not a hell yes, it needs to be a hell no

—because every yes that doesn’t serve your purpose is time stolen from your passion.

Join me, Jordan Hiller, as I celebrate being #137 in Society & Culture in Croatia (hvala vam!) and explore how focusing on what truly mat...

Let's chat! Email me at: whatsyour1thing@gmail.com

Why shift pallets when you could shift perspectives? Moving inventory of the mind can create change.

Change that can move mountains. By planting the seed of a good idea or a healthy habit,

into the mind of a receptive individual could move the course of history.

Hello and welcome back to another episode of What's Your 1 THING? I'm your host, Jordan Hiller. Today, we're going to ...