What Is Wisdom? (And Why It Matters Now More Than Ever) David Attenborough recently said: ‘If human beings are to survive, we’ll need more than just intelligence. We’ll need wisdom.’

But what is wisdom exactly? And how do we bring wisdom into our everyday lives?

In this episode, we’ll explore together:

A clear and practical way of understanding what wisdom actually is (and what it isn’t)

How wisdom helps us move beyond stress, fear, and survival patterns into greater calm, clarity, and connection

'The Seven Strengths of the Deep Self' and how they can guide your life.

Three simple ways you can begin cultivating wisdom today

This isn’t about abstract philosophy. It’s about rediscovering a deeper intelligence that’s already within you, and learning how to live from it, for your own peace, your relationships, and even for the wellbeing of the planet.

Resources & Links

My book Deep Resilience — a four step framework for unshakable strength and wisdom: https://melliobrien.com/deep-resilience-book/

🎧 Free guided meditations to help you connect with your deeper self and start cultivating wisdom today: https://melliobrien.com/free-meditations/

Next Episode

In the next episode, I’ll share some simple ways to weave mindfulness into daily life, so you can return to presence again and again — and let wisdom flow through you.