Redefining Wisdom

Daniel Cianci

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 What if your limiting beliefs, subconscious conditioning, and outdated mental frameworks are holding you back from true success, happiness, and purpose?Welcome to Redefining Wisdom, the podcast that challenges everything you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. DEC 17

    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

  2. DEC 3

    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

  3. NOV 19

    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

  4. NOV 5

    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

  5. OCT 22

    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

  6. OCT 8

    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

  7. SEP 24

    Ep. 085 - James Robbins - The Hidden Cost of Living a Life That Isn’t Yours

    James Robbins is a leadership expert, keynote speaker, and author of the best-selling Nine Minutes on Monday. His latest book, The Call to Climb, inspires people to overcome life’s obstacles and lead with purpose. With decades of experience training leaders across industries, James delivers actionable strategies to help individuals and organizations reach their highest potential. Most people never pause long enough to ask the question: Is this really the life I want? In this powerful episode, I sit down with James to explore why so many people live lives out of alignment, stuck in fear, and numb to their inner voice. James shares the moment his body and soul both shut down, forcing him to face the truth: he had ignored the call to climb for far too long. In this raw and honest conversation, we unpack what it really means to answer the call to climb, emotionally, spiritually, and practically. From childhood programming and societal expectations to anxiety, burnout, and hidden gifts, we dive deep into the patterns that keep us trapped in lives we don’t love… and how to finally break free. This episode is more than a podcast; it’s a wake-up call. In this episode, expect to learn: How to recognize when your soul is calling for moreWhat the “Call to Climb” really means and why it mattersHow anxiety, burnout & depression can be signals, not problemsWhy your nervous system is stuck in survival modeWhy you can’t figure out what you want (and how to finally know)What “soul alignment” looks like in real lifeWhy fear is the compass for personal growthHow to build a spiritual compass for your lifeHow to live authentically without blowing up your lifeHow to answer the call… without burning everything downPlus much more Follow James: Website: https://iwillclimb.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrobbins97/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/

    58 min

  8. SEP 10

    Ep. 084 - Chris Gillis - Why Men Feel Stuck in Dating and Life

    Chris is an Emotional Intelligence and relationship coach who helps high-functioning men and women build the clarity, confidence, and communication skills needed for modern love. Through emotionally intelligent leadership, he teaches clients how to stop overthinking, express their needs with confidence, and break toxic patterns that sabotage intimacy, without losing their edge. A core part of Chris’s work is helping men and women better understand the psychology, both conscious and unconscious, that drives how people choose (and avoid) partners. He trains clients to develop a wider emotional lens, so they can better interpret signals, communicate more effectively, and attract the kind of partners who truly align with their values and desires. If you are struggling to connect with women or build meaningful relationships, you're not alone, and it's not your looks or your status. It's your emotional intelligence. In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, Chris breaks down why most men are still emotionally stuck and how to change it. We explore the roots of emotional unawareness, self-sabotage, and the invisible “performance mindset” that keeps men from being truly seen. This episode dives deep into what emotional intelligence for men actually means, why it's not about being soft, and how to build real confidence from the inside out. In This Episode, Expect to Learn: Why emotional intelligence is the real key to attracting meaningful relationshipsThe hidden reasons men feel stuck, numb, or disconnectedHow early childhood patterns become adult dating strugglesThe difference between self-awareness and self-hatredHow vulnerability makes you more attractive (not less)What healthy masculinity looks like in today’s worldThe truth about performative dating adviceWhy “being too much” is actually your biggest strengthPlus much more Follow Chris: Website: www.consultantchris.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/consultantchris/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 10m
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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 - 2025
  • Episodes
    92
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Redefining Wisdom
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