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Passion Struck with John R. Miles

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Reinventing Yourself, The Power Of Mattering, Why Mattering Matters, Science Of Mattering, The Need To Matter, Science Of Human Flourishing, Science Of Wellbeing, The Mattering Effect, How To Be Successful, Veterans, Bio Hacking, Personal Growth, Tiny Habits, Health, Mattering, Knowing Yourself, Self Awareness, Spiritual Health, Success Strategies, Life Span, Passion, Self-improvement, Self Help, Self Improvement Podcast, Relationship Health, Life Lessons, Metabolism, John R. Miles, How We Learn, Health Habits, Fitness, Mindfulness, Grit, Education, Passion Struck Life, Cancer Survivor, Peak Performance, Personal Mastery, Power Of Intentions, Live Intentionally, Behavior Change, Health & Fitness, How To Be Unstoppable, Success, Meditation, Future Of Work, Brain Plasticity, Leadership, Power Of Choice, Self Limiting Beliefs, Education Podcast, Health Podcast, Passion Struck, Courage, The Power Of Letting Go, Inspirational, Naturopath, Self Development, Entrepreneurship, Be Intentional, Habit Formation, Alternative Medicine, Personal Relationships, Health Span, Neuroscience, Military, Intentional Living, Life Coaching, Future Self, Passion Struck Podcast, Behavior Science, Mental Health, Eft Tapping, Self Realization, Alternative Health, Functional Medicine, Micro Choice, Human Connection, Growth Mindset, Self Love, Perseverance, Ideal Self, Spirituality, Intentionality, Happiness, Best Self, Longevity, Self Actualization, Balanced Lifestyle, Introspection, Executive Coaching, Habit Loop, Alternative Health Podcast

4.9 • 1.3K Ratings

Overview

Stop Waiting. Start Living. Most of us have been conditioned to believe a lie. We’re told that our worth is something to be earned, that we need to achieve more, hustle harder, and prove ourselves before we can finally feel like we matter. But no matter how much we accomplish, something still feels missing. Why? Because mattering isn’t something you prove—it’s something you create. And everything changes when you stop proving your worth—and start embodying it. Why Passion Struck is Different Most personal growth podcasts focus on hacks and habits—but they miss the deeper question: 👉 Why do we feel unfulfilled, even when we’re doing everything “right”? Passion Struck is different because it’s built on a deeper truth. ✅ You don’t find meaning—you create it. ✅ Fulfillment isn’t external—it’s built from within. ✅ The life you want isn’t ahead of you—it’s in the choices you make today. What You’ll Learn Hosted by John R. Miles, a former Fortune 50 executive and expert on intentional living, Passion Struck brings together top scientists, psychologists, health experts, and thought leaders to explore: 🧠 The Science of Purpose—How your brain is wired for meaning. 💡 The Psychology of Transformation—Why lasting change is hard—and how to make it stick. ⚡ The Mind-Body Connection—How holistic health fuels passion, energy, and performance. 🚀 The New Rules of Success—How to lead, thrive, and matter in a fast-changing world. This Isn’t Just a Podcast—It’s a Wake-Up Call. A challenge to stop waiting. To stop proving. To start creating a life that truly matters. 🔹 Rewire Your Mind. Redefine Your Life. 🎙️ New episodes drop every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. 👉 Follow now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform.

616 Episodes

Andrew Newberg on What Makes Us Feel Like We Matter | EP 607

In episode 607 of Passion Struck, Dr. Andrew Newberg explores how belief, meaning, and spirituality shape the brain—and why they’re essential to feeling like we truly matter.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

Why Mental Health Is the Root of a Meaningful Life w/John R. Miles | EP 606

In episode 606, John explores why mental health is the foundation of purpose, connection, and emotional resilience—and how to build a life that supports what matters most.

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025

Elizabeth Weingarten on How to Fall in Love With Questions | EP 605

Elizabeth Weingarten joins John R. Miles to explore how falling in love with questions can reshape our relationships, beliefs, and sense of purpose.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

Gretchen Rubin on the Secrets of Adulthood and Happiness | EP 604

In this inspiring live episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles sits down with New York Times bestselling author Gretchen Rubin to explore the powerful insights from her new book, Secrets of Adulthood.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

Skateboarding Legend Tom Schaar on How to Fall 999 Times and Still Win | EP 603

In episode 603 of Passion Struck, Olympic Silver Medalist Tom Schaar joins John to discuss what it means to push past fear, master your mindset, and get back up 999 times so the 1,000th try changes your life.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

Rosalind Chow on How Sponsors Fuel Your Career Growth | EP 602

In Episode 602, Dr. Rosalind Chow joins John R. Miles to discuss why sponsors—not just mentors—are key to career advancement and inclusion, and how to unlock the doors of opportunity for others.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche on Find Your Innate Basic Goodness | EP 601

In this profound conversation of Pasion Struck, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche joins John R. Miles to explore how awareness, compassion, and even fear can guide us toward true healing.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Why Serendipity Is the Quiet Proof That You Matter | EP 600

In episode 600, John explores how unexpected moments of serendipity reveal our deepest need to matter—and why being seen without expectation can change everything.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

Dr. Steven Gundry on How Your Microbiome Shapes Your Identity | EP 599

In this game-changing Passion Struck episode, Dr. Steven Gundry reveals how your gut microbiome controls more than digestion—it influences your mood, cravings, mental clarity, and even free will.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

Isabelle Hof and Laura Hof on the Secrets of the Icewomen | EP 598

In episode 598 of Passion Struck, Isabelle and Laura Hof share how the Wim Hof Method (cold therapy, breathwork, and mindset training) can unlock healing, resilience, and joy—especially for women.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

Dr. Gordon Flett on the Urgent Need to Know You Matter | EP 597

In episode 597 of Passion Struck, Dr. Gordon Flett reveals why the need to matter is essential for well-being, and how understanding this core need transforms our lives and relationships.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

Dr. Emily Falk on How to Rewire Your Brain for Better Choices | EP 596

In epoisode 596 of Passion Struck, Dr. Emily Falk explores the neuroscience behind the choices we make, how values shape behavior, and how to build a more intentional, connected life.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

Humble the Poet on How to Stop Anxiety and Find Inner Peace | EP 595

In episode 595 of Passion Struck, Humble the Poet joins John R. Miles to explore anxiety, resilience, self-compassion, and how to find calm in a chaotic world. A must-listen for overthinkers.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

Christie Smith on How to Embrace Human-Powered Leadership | EP 594

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Christie Smith—renowned leadership advisor, author of Essential, and former managing principal at Deloitte—joins host John R. Miles to unpack a seismic shift in leadership.

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

Gregory Walton on Why Big Changes Start With Small Acts | EP 593

In this powerful episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles interviews Stanford psychologist Dr. Gregory Walton to explore the profound impact of small, intentional actions.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

Tasha Eurich on How to Create a Shatterproof Life | 592

In episode 592 of Passion Struck, Dr. Tasha Eurich reveals how to build real resilience, overcome adversity, and grow stronger with her science-backed Shatterproof Roadmap.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

Kurt Gray on How to Bridge Moral Divides and Rebuild Trust | EP 591

Dr. Kurt Gray joins John R. Miles to discuss his book Outraged, the psychology of moral outrage, and how we can bridge divides in a polarized world.

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2025

Donald Miller on the Secret to Making People Care About You

In episode 590, host John sits down with Donald Miller, bestselling author and founder of StoryBrand, to explore the transformational power of storytelling. They discuss the release of Building a StoryBrand 2.0.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

Wes Adams and Tamara Myles on How to Create Meaningful Work | EP 589

In this powerful episode, John R. Miles is joined by Wes Adams and Tamara Myles, co-authors of Meaningful Work, to explore the essential ingredients behind truly engaging and fulfilling work.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

Vincent Zhou on How to Make Your Gold Medal Dreams a Reality | 588

In this episode 588 of Passion Struck, john welcomes Olympic gold medalist and figure skating trailblazer Vincent Zhou. This episode is a masterclass in passion, grit, and pursuing one's dreams.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

Anne Marie Anderson on How to Build Your Front Row | EP 587

In episode 587 of Passion Struck, John welcomes Anne-Marie Anderson, a three-time Emmy award-winning broadcaster and author of the new book "Cultivating Audacity."

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

Nir Eyal on How to Win Back Your Time and Attention | EP 586

In episode 586 of Passion Struck, John welcomes Nir Eyal, a renowned expert on human behavior and technology. Eyal discusses the concept of becoming "indistractable."

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

Carrie Joy Grimes on How to Break Free from Financial Insecurity | EP 585

In this episode of Passion Struck, we bring you an insightful conversation from Systems Catalyst, featuring Carrie Joy Grimes (CJ), the founder of WorkMoney and Jeff Walker.

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

Bryant Wood on How to Unlock Healing with Spiritual Biohacking | EP 584

In episode 584 of Passion Struck, John sits down with Bryant Wood, a renowned breathwork coach, healer, and expert in spiritual biohacking, to explore the profound intersection of mind, body, and spirit.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

Laurie Santos on How to Matter in a Busy World | EP 583

In this insightful episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes Dr. Laurie Santos to discuss the importance of social connection and the psychological benefits of mattering.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

The Hidden Crisis of Family Mattering—And How to Fix It

In this episode, John uncovers a silent epidemic affecting families everywhere—the loss of mattering—and explores how small daily actions can rebuild connection, trust, and belonging.

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

Dr. Samuel Wilkinson on Why Life Is a Test of Good and Evil | EP 581

In episode 581, John is joined by Dr. Samuel Wilkinson, Associate Profession at the Yale School of Medicine and author of "Purpose: What Evolution and Human Nature Imply About the Meaning of Our Existence."

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

Natalie Namaste on How to Tap Into Your Solar Plexus Power | EP 580

In episode 580, John sits down with Natalie Namaste, a holistic healer and energy channeler, to explore the solar plexus chakra—the energy center responsible for personal power, confidence, and self-worth.

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

The Mattering Mindset in Love: How to Choose the Love You Deserve (Part 2) | Episode

In episode 579, John dives into The Mattering Mindset in Love—how to recognize when you’re being truly chosen, how to stop chasing validation, and how to build relationships that make you feel seen, valued, and secure.

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

Dr. Sandra Matz on The Silent War Hijacking Your Free Will | EP 578

In episode 578, discover how AI and big data manipulate your choices. Dr. Sandra Matz reveals the hidden war on free will and how to reclaim control of your decisions.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

Edward Fishman on Economic Warfare: The New Age of Power Dynamics | EP 577

In episode 577, John welcomes Edward Fishman, a former top State Department sanctions official and author of the groundbreaking book Choke Points: American Power in the Age of Economic Warfare.

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

Mattering in Love: Stop Settling—Choose Love That Sees You (Part 1) EP 576

In episode 576, John dives into the power of mattering in love—how your self-worth shapes the relationships you attract, why so many people chase validation instead of connection, and the mindset shift that changes everything.

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

Dr. Scott Sherr on GABA: The Unsung Hero of Brain Health and Stress Resilience | EP 575

In episode 575, Dr. Scott Sherr takes us deep into the role of GABA, the brain’s most abundant yet overlooked neurotransmitter, in reducing stress, improving sleep, and boosting cognitive resilience.

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

Randy Blythe on How to Make Peace With the Wars Inside Your Head | 574

In this powerful conversation, Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe shares his journey from addiction to sobriety, the mindset shifts that saved his life, and the transformative role of creativity in overcoming struggles.

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

Why Mattering at Work Is the New Metric Leaders Must Track | EP 573

In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles delves into the critical concept of "mattering" and its profound impact on employee engagement and retention.

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

Katherine Morgan Schafler on Control, Perfectionism, and Letting Go | EP 572

In episode 572, John interviews Katherine Morgan Schafler, author of "The Perfectionist’s Guide to Losing Control," to explore how perfectionism can be harnessed as a superpower rather than a weakness.

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2025

Shige Oishi on How to Live a Psychologically Rich Life | EP 571

In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes one of the world’s leading psychologists, Dr. Shige Oishi, to discuss his latest book, Life in Three Dimensions.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

The Mirage of Success: Why More Is Never Enough | EP 570

In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the Mirage of Success—the false promise that external success leads to internal fulfillment and why more is never enough.

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

Eric Zimmer on Why Surrender Is the Secret to Your Best Life | EP 569

In this episode of the Passion Struck podcast, host John R. Miles interviews Eric Zimmer, a behavioral coach and host of the award-winning podcast, The One You Feed.

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

Ethan Kross on How to Make Your Emotions Work for You | EP 568

In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes back Dr. Ethan Kross, a leading expert on emotions and self-regulation, to discuss his latest book, "SHIFT."

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

How to Win the Fight for Your Soul and Why It Matters | EP 567

In this episode of Passion Struck, John dives deep into a critical conversation about the battle for our souls and the importance of reclaiming our purpose in a world that constantly distracts us from what truly matters.

Transcribed - Published: 31 January 2025

Francesca Sipma on How to Unblock Your Purpose Through HypnoBreathwork | EP 566

In episode 566, John speaks with Francesca Sipma, founder and CEO of Mastry, the creator of HypnoBreathwork® and author of Unblock Your Purpose: Breathwork, Intuition, and Flow State.

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025

Dr. Dave Vago on the Neuroscience Behind Human Flourishing | EP 565

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Dave Vago, renowned neuroscientist and mindfulness expert, joins us to explore how to live a more meaningful life by rewiring the brain for mattering.

Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2025

Dr. Dave Vago on the Neuroscience of Mattering: How to Feel Valued & Seen | EP 565

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Dave Vago, renowned neuroscientist and mindfulness expert, joins us to explore how to live a more meaningful life by rewiring the brain for mattering.

Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2025

How Deep Work Unleashes Five Keys to Mattering in Life | EP 564

In this episode, John dives into the transformative power of deep work and explores how it unlocks the five keys to building a life that truly matters.

Transcribed - Published: 24 January 2025

Alison Wood Brooks on How to Make Every Conversation Matter | EP 563

In Passion Struck episode 563, John is joined by Dr. Alison Wood Brooks, a behavioral scientist, Harvard Business School professor, and author of the groundbreaking book "TALK."

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2025

Dan Heath on How to Reset Your Brain for Success | EP 562

In episode 562, John sits down with Dan Heath, the #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Made to Stick, Switch, The Power of Moments, to discuss his latest book, "Reset: How to Change What's Not Working."

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2025

How a Culture of Mattering Created the Miracle on the Hudson | EP 561

In this transformative episode of the Passion Struck Podcast, we explore how the Miracle on the Hudson wasn’t just about Sully’s quick thinking, but a culture of mattering that made it possible.

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2025

Adam Galinsky on How Great Leaders Inspire Their Teams | EP 560

In this episode of Passion Struck, Dr. Adam Galinsky, a renowned social psychologist and expert on leadership, unpacks the secrets behind what makes great leaders truly inspiring.

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2025

Dr. Rick Hanson on How to Focus On the Good in Life | EP 559

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Rick Hanson, a renowned psychologist and NY Times bestselling author, delves into the transformative power of autonomy, mindfulness, and compassion.

Transcribed - Published: 14 January 2025

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