Become the CEO of Your Health Through Resilience | Dr. Tara Narula — EP 740

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Mental Health, Alternative Health, Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness

4.7 • 779 Ratings

🗓️ 12 March 2026

⏱️ 60 minutes

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Summary

Why do some people recover from illness, trauma, or adversity stronger than before, while others struggle to regain their footing?Today’s episode explores one of the most overlooked drivers of health and healing: resilience.Joining me is board-certified cardiologist, ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent, and author Dr. Tara Narula to discuss her powerful new book, The Healing Power of Resilience.In this conversation, we challenge the traditional model of healthcare that treats symptoms but overlooks the whole person. Dr. Narula explains why resilience is not a personality trait you either have or don’t — it’s a trainable skill that shapes how your body heals, how your brain responds to stress, and how fully you live after adversity.We explore why modern medicine often separates mental and physical health — even though stress, fear, loneliness, and connection directly affect inflammation, immune function, cardiovascular health, and longevity.Dr. Narula also introduces a transformative idea: becoming the CEO of your own health. Instead of passively receiving care, you actively participate in decisions, ask better questions, build supportive relationships, and develop the psychological tools that protect both mind and body.If you’ve ever faced a health scare, burnout, chronic stress, or uncertainty about the future, this episode offers a roadmap for reclaiming agency, meaning, and well-being.Passion Struck is the #1 alternative health and personal growth podcast dedicated to human flourishing and the science of mattering. It is ranked #1 on FeedSpot’s list of the Top Passion Podcasts on the Web and consistently recognized among the world’s top business and mindset podcasts.Check the full show notes here: https://passionstruck.com/become-the-ceo-of-your-health-dr-tara-narula/Download a Free Companion Reflection Guide:Connect with John (keynotes, books, podcast): https://linktr.ee/John_R_MilesGet The Healing Power of Resilience: https://amzn.to/4dgno8APre-Order The Mattering Effect: https://thematteringeffect.com/In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Resilience as a Medical Force: Why resilience directly influences recovery, disease progression, and long-term health outcomes.
Become the CEO of Your Health: How to advocate for yourself, ask better questions, and actively shape your healthcare journey.
The Mind-Body Connection: How stress, fear, and emotional states affect inflammation, hormones, blood pressure, and immune function.
Small Changes, Big Impact: Why sustainable health transformation happens through micro-choices, not dramatic overhauls.
The Power of Love and Connection: How relationships, belonging, and support act as protective buffers against illness and stress.
Working With Fear Instead of Against It: Practical ways to move forward after diagnosis, trauma, or uncertainty.

Support the MovementEvery human deserves to feel seen, valued, and like they matter. Wear it. Live it. Show it.https://StartMattering.comDisclaimerThe Passion Struck podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Passion Struck or its affiliates. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a licensed physician, therapist, or other qualified professional.

Connect with John

Pre-Order The Mattering Effect: https://matteringeffect.com/
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Keynotes, books, podcast, and resources: https://linktr.ee/John_R_Miles
Children’s Book — You Matter, Luma: https://youmatterluma.com/
Substack: https://www.theignitedlife.net/

Support the Movement: https://startmattering.com/. Every human deserves to feel seen, valued, and like they matter. Wear it. Live it. Show it.

Disclaimer

The Passion Struck podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of Passion Struck or its affiliates. This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice.

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0:00.0	Coming up next on Passion Struck.
0:02.2	Hopefully when we start to realize how damaging stress is to us on a long-term basis,
0:08.5	then we start to realize how important turning off the stress response is.
0:13.1	And that is where therapy comes in and mindfulness and meditation and exercise
0:18.1	and all of the things that we are in control of. So it's not our body in
0:22.6	control of us. We can actually flip the switch and release the counter mechanisms to turn,
0:28.4	dial it down. And that's really my hope too is that people recognize, okay, stress chronically is
0:34.5	bad, even acutely. We know there are things like stress induced heart attacks when you have a sudden stressor, but that we are empowered and there are ways that we can
0:42.0	elicit the reverse reaction. Welcome to Passionstruck. I'm your host, John Miles. This is the show
0:48.7	where we explore the art of human flourishing and what it truly means to live like it matters. Each week I sit down
0:55.6	with change makers, creators, scientists, and everyday heroes to decode the human experience
1:00.8	and uncover the tools that help us lead with meaning, heal what hurts, and pursue the fullest
1:06.4	expression of who we're capable of becoming. Whether you're designing your future, developing as a leader, or seeking deeper alignment
1:13.4	in your life, this show is your invitation to grow with purpose and act with intention.
1:19.0	Because the secret to a life of deep purpose, connection, and impact is choosing to live
1:24.3	like you matter.
1:32.3	Thank you. is choosing to live like you matter. Hey friends, welcome back to episode 740 of Passionstruck.
1:36.3	Over the past several episodes in our Life Beyond the Script series,
1:40.3	we've been exploring what it means to evolve beyond the roles, identities, and expectations
1:45.7	that once defined us.
1:48.0	Earlier this week in my conversation with Dave Asprey, we looked at transformation through
1:52.5	biological lens, how our brain, nervous system, and physiology shape our resilience, energy,
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