Redefining Wisdom

Daniel Cianci
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Redefining Wisdom – Unlock Your Mind, Challenge Your Beliefs, and Evolve. What if the way you see the world is keeping you trapped? What if your limiting beliefs, subconscious conditioning, and outdated mental frameworks are holding you back from true success, happiness, and purpose?Welcome to Redefining Wisdom, the podcast that challenges everything you thought you knew about self-improvement, psychology, mindset, and personal growth. Hosted by Daniel Cianci, this show goes beyond surface-level advice to explore the science of human behavior, cognitive psychology, neuroscience, mental resilience, and entrepreneurship.Through deep, unfiltered conversations with top thought leaders, experts, neuroscientists, psychologists, entrepreneurs, and high achievers, you’ll discover:- How your brain works – uncover the hidden neuroscience of decision-making, emotions, and motivation.- The psychology of success – why some people achieve greatness while others stay stuck.- Mental reprogramming techniques – break free from self-sabotage, procrastination, and negative thinking.- The power of perception and mindset – how shifting your perspective can transform your life.- Entrepreneurship and financial freedom – how to build an unstoppable mindset for business and wealth.- Spirituality and modern wisdom – Explore timeless philosophies, ancient wisdom, and cutting-edge science to elevate your thinking.If you’re someone who is highly curious, deeply introspective, and obsessed with personal growth, this podcast is for you. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, or ambitious thinker, you’ll gain powerful tools to reshape your reality, rewire your mind for success, and break free from the invisible chains of limiting beliefs.New episodes every Wednesday – listen on your commute, during workouts, or in deep focus sessions. Subscribe now and start Redefining Wisdom. Your transformation begins here.

  1. JAN 28

    Ep. 093 - Tabatha DeBryun - You’re Breathing Wrong: The Hidden Cause of Your Anxiety

    Tabatha DeBruyn is a Transformational Breath Master trained in the neuroscience and energetics of breath to facilitate profound inner change. One of only a few certified 9D Somatic Breathwork Practitioners worldwide, Tabatha helps people improve, stabilize, and optimize their mental, physical, and emotional well-being, starting with one breath, guiding thousands through deeply immersive journeys that awaken, heal, and transform. Breathwork for anxiety isn’t just a trend; it’s the fastest way to reset your nervous system when your brain won’t stop spinning worst-case scenarios. In this conversation, we dive deep into how most of us are literally breathing wrong and how simple breath work shifts can move you from fight-or-flight into calm, clarity, and confidence. You’ll learn the difference between mouth vs nose breathing, why shallow chest breaths keep you stuck in stress, and how to use belly breathing, box breathing, and the physiological sigh to calm anxiety, brain fog, and insomnia. We also unpack somatic and 9D breathwork, reprogramming the subconscious, the reticular activating system, and why high achievers get addicted to stress. If you struggle with overthinking, morning anxiety, performance pressure, or nighttime racing thoughts, this episode will give you practical nervous system tools you can use in minutes—no crystals, no fluff, just science-backed breathing. In this episode, expect to learn: Why 60–80% of people breathe “wrong” and what dysfunctional breathing looks like.How mouth breathing locks you into survival mode and brain fog.Simple belly breathing, box breathing, and the physiological sigh to calm anxiety fast.How breath work, somatic, and 9D breathwork can release stored emotions and reprogram the subconscious.Practical tools for morning anxiety, midday overwhelm, and nighttime racing thoughts.Plus much more.Follow Tabatha: Website: https://www.tabatha.online/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabatha_debruyn/Let's Connect. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielmcianci/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielMCianci Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redefiningwisdom Email: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/contact-2/ Website: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/

    1h 8m

  2. JAN 14

    Ep. 092 - The Hidden Fear Sabotaging Modern Dating

    In this first solo episode of 2026, I open up about the deep emotional blocks that are silently sabotaging your relationships. After years of interviews with dating coaches, psychologists, and real people in the trenches, I’ve discovered the root issue plaguing modern dating: fear. Fear of vulnerability. Fear of choosing the wrong person. And most importantly, fear of truly knowing ourselves. If you’ve ever felt like love is getting harder to find or like dating is just a painful loop of situationships and ghosting, this episode is for you. I’ll break down the neuroscience of attraction, how your nervous system is holding you back, and why "working on yourself" is more than a cliché. Get ready for real talk, raw truths, and a guide to finally stepping into conscious connection. No fluff, no BS, just honest insight to help you stop repeating the same cycles. Let's Connect. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielmcianci/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielMCianci Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redefiningwisdom Email: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/contact-2/ Website: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/

    35 min

  3. 12/17/2025

    Ep.091 - Khailing Neoh - Why We Get Defensive: The Psychology Behind Reactivity.

    Khailing Neoh is a speaker, entrepreneur, and community advocate based in Greenville, South Carolina. Khailing has spent most of her life learning from her community. Her passion for people led her to create Sum Bar, Greenville’s first dim sum restaurant. Food may be the vehicle, but stories and people are the true source of inspiration. Her non-profit work, personal journey, and listening leadership make her qualified to speak on empathy and ego. In this powerful episode, restaurant owner and TEDx speaker Khailing opens up about the psychology of defensiveness, why even kind-hearted, emotionally intelligent people get triggered so quickly. Discover the key differences between ego and pride, how your ego acts as a protector balancing instincts and morals, and why first reactions often come from learned behaviors while second reactions reflect your true values. We dive deep into intrusive thoughts, people-pleasing resentment, guilt vs regret, accountability in relationships, and building self-awareness through self-compassion. Learn practical steps like "acknowledge, accept, and continue" to reduce reactivity, embrace vulnerability, and foster deeper connections. Khailing shares personal stories from her journey, including overcoming people-pleasing and finding pride in fair arguments. If you've ever felt shame for not aligning actions with values, this conversation will help you detach from ego-driven defenses and live more consciously. In this episode, expect to learn: Why even kind, self-aware people get defensiveHow ego acts as your inner protector (and when it backfires)The difference between pride, ego, and valuesHow to recognize the gap between who you are and how you actWhy shame leads to defensiveness, and how to break the cycleHow to apologize meaningfully and repair without guiltPractical tools for building emotional resilience and self-trustHow to step out of the "people-pleasing" survival modePlus much more Follow Khailing: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sum.bar.gvl/?hl=enDocumentary:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bmo4rqiBDRITEDx:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjlUsFk5cb4Let's Connect. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielmcianci/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielMCianci Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redefiningwisdom Email: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/contact-2/ Website: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/

    1h 2m

  4. 12/03/2025

    Ep. 090 - Brooke Dukes - The Hidden Cost of Ambition and “Hustle Culture”

    Brooke M. Dukes is a #1 international best-selling author of Burn On, Not Out: Finding Fulfillment Beyond Success, speaker, and host of the Burn On, Not Out podcast. She is also the founder of BMD Consulting and the Success by Design Club, transformational spaces where ambitious leaders stop chasing success and start becoming their own strategy. Her methodology blends behavioral science, neuroscience, Human Design, and energetics to dissolve the disconnect between who you are and how you lead. The result? Leaders who create cultures of trust, clarity, and connection, where performance thrives because people do. Emotional burnout is killing high performers, and most don’t even realize it. In this raw, vulnerable, and powerful podcast episode, we explore how emotional depletion quietly destroys your motivation, creativity, and connection with yourself. I open up about my personal four-year journey through pain, fear, and purpose; sharing how my emotional burnout showed up in unexpected ways and what finally led me to start healing. We dive deep into nervous system regulation, human design, and how to realign your inner world with your outer goals. Learn the difference between trauma-fueled drive and true alignment, and how to stop pushing and start creating from a place of peace. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creator, or someone silently struggling with emotional fatigue, this conversation will change how you view success, motivation, and your own nervous system. In This Episode, Expect to Learn: The subtle warning signs of emotional burnoutWhy high performers are more likely to override their nervous systemHow to tell the difference between fear-based ambition and aligned actionWhat “functional burnout” looks like in entrepreneurs and creatorsHow your Human Design type affects your work rhythm and energyWays to restore emotional safety when you’ve run on empty for yearsWhy slowing down can actually make you more successfulHow to know when you’re in alignment vs. just pushing through painThe mindset shifts needed to move from force to flowPlus much more. Follow Brooke: Website: https://www.brookemdukes.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brookedukes/Let's Connect. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielmcianci/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielMCianci Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redefiningwisdom Email: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/contact-2/ Website: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/

    59 min

  5. 11/19/2025

    Ep. 089 - Nick Shelton - Reinvention Begins Where Fulfillment Ends

    Nick Shelton is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, international speaker, and former petroleum chemist who has reinvented himself more than once. After serving in the U.S. Air Force and building a decades-long career in the oil and gas industry, Nick retired early at 49, only to discover that freedom without purpose can feel like a slow collapse. Today, he’s the creator of The Reset Button, a reinvention protocol for those navigating major career shifts or life transitions who find themselves asking: What’s next? In this powerful episode, we explore the untold emotional and psychological toll that success can take. What happens when the job title, the money, or the accomplishments no longer bring fulfillment? Is there a way to find peace, purpose, and passion again? Nick, a retired high performer, opens up about drifting without purpose after early success, and how he hit a point where he felt "dead but not dead." We dive into the identity crisis many men (and women) face after major life transitions—whether it's divorce, career burnout, or retirement. Nick shares the reset system he created, and how it's helped countless others rediscover alignment, build authentic relationships, and pursue a life driven by meaning instead of metrics. If you've ever wondered whether it’s possible to reinvent yourself without losing who you are, this episode is for you. In this episode, expect to learn: Why achievement often leaves you feeling empty insideThe dangerous myth of “success = fulfillment”How to recognize the early signs that it’s time to reinvent your lifeThe power of doing a personal “audit” to reclaim your identitySimple steps to reset your life without losing yourselfWhy men struggle with self-worth beyond work or wealthHow to use relationships, creativity, and curiosity to find your next missionThe “uniform method” for embodying your new identityHow to move from external validation to inner alignmentPlus much more Follow Nick: Website: https://resettheman.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasleonshelton/Let's Connect. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielmcianci/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielMCianci Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redefiningwisdom Email: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/contact-2/ Website: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/

    1 hr

  6. 11/05/2025

    Ep. 088 - Dr. Diane Mueller - Why Most Couples Struggle with Intimacy And How to Fix It

    Dr. Diane Mueller, ND, DAOM, is a seasoned sexual wellness authority, blending a strong educational foundation with a rich clinical and teaching experience. With a dual doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Diane has illuminated the discourse on sexual health through her practice, My Libido Doc. Her personal journey through sexual health challenges has equipped her with a unique empathetic lens, enriching her holistic approach to patient care. Sex and intimacy are often the most avoided yet vital conversations in relationships. In this powerful podcast episode, Dr. Diane dives deep into the unspoken narratives, false beliefs, and emotional wounds that silently sabotage our most intimate connections. You’ll learn why desire mismatches happen, how subconscious shame plays out in the bedroom, and why so many couples perform rather than truly connect. Whether you're in a long-term relationship or dating, this honest, educational, and inspiring conversation will open your eyes to the true dynamics of modern intimacy. Discover how to stop performing and start feeling, because real connection begins when you bring your whole self to the bedroom. Get tools, insights, and guidance to create a safe space, communicate better, and transform your sex life with intention, empathy, and presence. In this episode, expect to learn: Why 92% of satisfied couples openly talk about sexThe shocking truth about desire vs. arousal (and how they differ for men and women)How Freud’s outdated ideas still sabotage modern relationshipsThe role of “performance sex” and how it disconnects us from real pleasureWhat a “safe space” for sexual conversation looks likeWhy communication, not chemistry, is the key to long-term intimacyThe one belief silently destroying sex lives (and what to replace it with)Plus much more Follow Dr. Mueller: Website:   https://mylibidodoc.com/Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@mylibidodocLinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdianemueller/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/myromancedoc/Freebies for all things libido: https://mylibidodoc.com/freebies/Let's Connect. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielmcianci/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielMCianci Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redefiningwisdom Email: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/contact-2/ Website: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/

    54 min

  7. 10/22/2025

    Ep. 087 - Simone Knego - How to Build Unshakable Confidence From Within

    Simone Knego is a thought leader, sought-after international speaker, and bestselling author whose work inspires high achievers to redefine leadership from the inside out. She captivates audiences worldwide with her engaging storytelling, practical frameworks, and actionable insights. As co-host of the globally ranked podcast "Her Unshakeable Confidence" and author of "The Extraordinary UnOrdinary You," her voice resonates from keynote stages to living rooms. Featured by ABC, NBC, CBS, and Entrepreneur Magazine, Simone inspires audiences to overcome self-doubt, embrace authentic confidence, and discover the extraordinary in everyday leadership. Her signature REAL Method and Kitchen Table Leadership framework transform how leaders perceive themselves and serve others. In this insightful and power-packed episode, I sit down with speaker, author, and confidence coach Simone Knego to break down the hidden truth about confidence. So many high-achievers look confident, but underneath the surface, they’re battling self-doubt, impostor syndrome, and a constant need for validation. Sound familiar? From self-doubt to impostor syndrome, we uncover why so many confident-looking individuals are quietly battling fear and unworthiness behind the scenes. You’ll learn what real confidence actually looks like, how to build it, and why self-respect is the foundation of it all. We dive deep into Simone’s REAL Method, a 4-part framework (Respect, Embrace, Ask, Live), that helps you move from performance-driven living to authentic, unshakable confidence. In this episode, expect to learn: Why real confidence is built, not bornThe toxic difference between confidence and performanceHow perfectionism, people-pleasing, and validation-seeking destroy self-worthA simple mindset reframe that will help you set better boundariesWhy most confident people still battle insecurity behind closed doorsHow to identify and rewrite the stories sabotaging your self-esteemWhat most people misunderstand about confidence in men vs. womenHow your inner dialogue is shaping your entire identityPlus much more Follow Simone: Website: https://simoneknego.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simoneknegoLet's Connect. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielmcianci/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielMCianci Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redefiningwisdom Email: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/contact-2/ Website: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/

    52 min

  8. 10/08/2025

    Ep. 086 - Wei Houng - Escaping The Subconscious Prison

    Wei Houng is the co-founder and visionary of HumanOp Technologies, an expert in the science of human optimization. He argues that businesses leave significant performance gains on the table by relying on outdated, subjective personality tests. Through his company's patented, physics-based technology, Wei provides leaders with objective, 99% accurate data to build sustainably high-performing teams and dramatically reduce turnover. In this powerful podcast episode, we explore why most people feel stuck in life despite success, and how to break free from unconscious patterns running on autopilot. Wei shares groundbreaking insights on the difference between who you are and what you are, and how real self-mastery starts when we stop surviving and start aligning with our true nature. We talk subconscious resistance, the illusion of identity, and why your triggers are actually clues to freedom. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your brain resists change (and how to override it)The real reason we repeat toxic patternsHow distorted nurture keeps you stuckA revolutionary technology for unlocking your natural blueprintTools to dismantle limiting beliefs and reclaim your powerPlus much more If you're ready to evolve, this episode will challenge your programming and shift your perspective for good. Follow Wei: Website: https://humanop.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/weihoung/Let's Connect. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielmcianci/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielMCianci Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@redefiningwisdom Email: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/contact-2/ Website: https://www.redefiningwisdom.com/

    1h 4m
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Redefining Wisdom – Unlock Your Mind, Challenge Your Beliefs, and Evolve. What if the way you see the world is keeping you trapped? What if your limiting beliefs, subconscious conditioning, and outdated mental frameworks are holding you back from true success, happiness, and purpose?Welcome to Redefining Wisdom, the podcast that challenges everything you thought you knew about self-improvement, psychology, mindset, and personal growth. Hosted by Daniel Cianci, this show goes beyond surface-level advice to explore the science of human behavior, cognitive psychology, neuroscience, mental resilience, and entrepreneurship.Through deep, unfiltered conversations with top thought leaders, experts, neuroscientists, psychologists, entrepreneurs, and high achievers, you’ll discover:- How your brain works – uncover the hidden neuroscience of decision-making, emotions, and motivation.- The psychology of success – why some people achieve greatness while others stay stuck.- Mental reprogramming techniques – break free from self-sabotage, procrastination, and negative thinking.- The power of perception and mindset – how shifting your perspective can transform your life.- Entrepreneurship and financial freedom – how to build an unstoppable mindset for business and wealth.- Spirituality and modern wisdom – Explore timeless philosophies, ancient wisdom, and cutting-edge science to elevate your thinking.If you’re someone who is highly curious, deeply introspective, and obsessed with personal growth, this podcast is for you. Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, or ambitious thinker, you’ll gain powerful tools to reshape your reality, rewire your mind for success, and break free from the invisible chains of limiting beliefs.New episodes every Wednesday – listen on your commute, during workouts, or in deep focus sessions. Subscribe now and start Redefining Wisdom. Your transformation begins here.

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  • Creator
    Daniel Cianci
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Redefining Wisdom
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