Does the Concept of Free Will Really Exist w/John R. Miles EP 190

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

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

4.7 • 779 Ratings

🗓️ 16 September 2022

⏱️ 26 minutes

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In this episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles, I tackle one of the age-old questions debated by scientists, philosophers, theologians, and neuroscientists: does the concept of free will really exist, or is our life predetermined? My aim for this episode is to spark curiosity in you and encourage conversation and deliberation on this topic. -► Get the full show notes for all resources from today's episode: https://passionstruck.com/does-the-concept-of-free-will-really-exist/ -► Want the transcript: https://johnrmiles.com/does-free-will-really-exist/ --► Prefer to watch this interview: https://youtu.be/AMWO44YVs50 --► Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles --► Subscribe to the Passion Struck Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283 Thank you, Dry Farm Wines and Indeed, For Your Support Dry Farm Wines have No Chemical Additives for Aroma, Color, Flavor, or Texture Enhancement. Dry Farm Wines - The Only Natural Wine Club That Goes Above and Beyond Industry Standards. For Passion Struck listeners: Dry Farm Wines offers an extra bottle in your first box for a penny (because it’s alcohol, it can’t be free). See all the details and collect your wine at https://www.dryfarmwines.com/passionstruck/. With Indeed, you can search for millions of jobs online to find the next step in your career. With tools for job search, resumes, company reviews, and more.
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0:00.0	Coming up next on the Passion Struck Podcast.
0:03.0	Many examples seem to support the idea that our actions and decisions may depend on external forces,
0:09.6	which are beyond our awareness. Other counter-opinions insist on our complete independence from such powers,
0:16.0	leaving us with total responsibility for free will over our actions.
0:20.8	These differences in belief lead to many questions.
0:24.4	This episode addresses these and other related questions regarding the concept of free will.
0:30.3	Welcome to Passion Struck. Hi, I'm your host, John Armiles, and on the show,
0:34.6	we decipher the secrets, tips, and guidance of the world's most inspiring people and turn their
0:40.7	wisdom into practical advice for you and those around you. Our mission is to help you unlock the
0:47.2	power of intentionality so that you can become the best version of yourself. If you're new to the show,
0:53.1	I offer advice and answer listener questions on Fridays. We have long-form interviews the rest of the
0:59.3	week with guest-ranging from astronauts to authors, CEOs, creators, innovators,
1:05.8	scientists, military leaders, visionaries, and athletes. Now, let's go out there and become
1:12.0	Passion Struck. Hello, everyone, and welcome back to Momentum Friday, an episode 190 of Passion Struck.
1:18.6	Thank you to all of you who come back weekly to listen and learn, how to live better,
1:23.6	be better, and impact the world. If you're new to the show and you're unaware of our YouTube
1:27.6	channel, you can go check it out at John Armiles. Please subscribe. We have long-form content
1:33.2	like today's episode, too much shorter clips that we put on there that you'll only find on YouTube.
1:38.8	And in case you missed our episodes from earlier this week, including the launch of the new book,
1:44.4	Choose Growth from Dr. Scott Berry Kaufman and Dr. Jordan Finegold. And they discuss all the
1:50.5	different ways in their workbook that you can transcend, fear, obstacles, and self-doubt. I also
1:56.1	had on Don DePonny this week, where we discuss his new book, The Unwavering Power of Focus. Such a
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