Passion Struck with John R. Miles

Updated: 06 May 2025 • 609 episodes

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.

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In this thought-provoking episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles is joined by renowned neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Newberg, a pioneer in the field of neurotheology—the science at the intersection of the brain, belief, and spirituality. Together, they explore a powerful question: What makes us feel like we matter?

In this solo episode, John R. Miles explores how mental health isn’t just about managing stress—it’s the invisible infrastructure of everything that gives life meaning. From personal breakdowns to societal myths about strength, John shares why ignoring mental well-being doesn’t delay the cost—it multiplies it—and what

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What if the most important thing you could do in moments of confusion, fear, or identity crisis… was to pause and sit with the question, rather than race toward an answer? In a world that values certainty, performance, and instant solutions, Elizabeth Weingarten is offering something rare: a permission slip to not know

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John R. Miles & Gretchen Rubin 29 Apr 2025 • EN

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

In this special live episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes New York Times bestselling author Gretchen Rubin to explore the timeless wisdom captured in her latest work, Secrets of Adulthood. Recorded at the vibrant Oxford Exchange in Tampa, Florida, this conversation dives deep into the small but powerf

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In this powerful episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles sits down with Olympic silver medalist and skateboarding legend Tom Schaar, the first person in history to land a 1080—a mind-blowing three full spins mid-air. But Tom’s story isn’t just about defying gravity. It’s about defying doubt, embracing failure, and sta

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What if the key to unlocking your next big career move isn’t just mentorship—but sponsorship? In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles sits down with Dr. Rosalind Chow, a leading organizational behavior expert at Carnegie Mellon and author of The Doors You Can Open. Together, they unpack the transformative

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