Passion Struck with John R. Miles

In this week's episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles, author, blogger, podcast host, and motivational speaker Rachel Hollis joins me to discuss her secrets to becoming your best self.  Rachel Hollis is a three-time New York Times bestselling author with over 100 Million podcast downloads. She is known for her authenticity and optimism and uses her platform to empower and embolden fellow dre...

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...

Dandapani joins me on Passion Struck with John R. Miles to discuss his new book, The Power of Unwavering Focus . We discuss how to harness the power of the mind and focus to overcome worry, anxiety, and fear to unlock a rewarding life. Dandapani is a Hindu priest, entrepreneur, and former monk of 10 years. A highly sought-after international speaker and leading expert on leveraging the human mind...

Scott Barry Kaufman and Jordyn Feingold join the Passion Struck podcast to discuss their new book Chose Growth: A workbook for Transcending Trauma, Fear, and Self-Doubt. Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, Ph. D., is a cognitive scientist and humanistic psychologist exploring the depths of human potential. He is a professor at Columbia University and director of the Center for Human Potential. Dr. Kaufman ha...

Seth Godin joins the Passion Struck podcast to discuss The Carbon Almanac and why tackling climate change requires changing the system. One of the things that we need to understand about the climate crisis is that we cannot simply reduce our way out of this problem. We have a systems problem. And the system problem is very simple: carbon extracted from the ground in the form of concrete, combustio...

Jason Feifer ( @heyfeifer ) joins us to discuss how you adapt fast and embrace change so that you can build for tomorrow and future-proof your career. Jason Feifer is the editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine, host of the  Build for Tomorrow  podcast, and author of  Build for Tomorrow: An Action Plan for Embracing Change, Adapting Fast, and Future-Proofing Your Career . -► Purchase Build for To...

Have you ever wondered how to make your life rich? In my interview with Dr. Cassie Holmes, we discuss step-by-step how to wisely invest your most treasured resource—time and make the most of it. Cassie Holmes is a professor at UCLA Anderson School of Management. She is the world’s leading authority on time and happiness.  In her ground-breaking new book, HAPPIER HOUR: How to Beat Distraction, Expa...

How much is the value of time really worth? Carl Sandburg said, “Time is the coin of your life. It is the only coin you have, and only you can determine how it will be spent.” In this Momentum Friday episode from the Passion Struck podcast, I tackle the value of time. I examine this by studying wisdom from the stoics on the topic and using ten of their mantras for managing time. Members of the Pas...

Want to create a happy, connected, and fulfilled relationship?  Dr. Abby Medcalf provides straightforward, actionable strategies and tools that you can use today to make your relationships their best (including your relationship with yourself)!  Dr. Abby Medcalf is a relationship maven, psychologist, author, and TEDx speaker who has helped thousands of people alter their mindset to create connecti...

Dr. Dominic ("Dom") D'Agostino is an expert on a wide range of topics related to ketogenic diets, ketosis, metabolic health, and how to thwart chronic conditions with diet and lifestyle. Dom is one of the world's leading experts on the ketogenic diet, studying its effects under the severe conditions of space and undersea. Additionally, Dr. D'Agostino has personally practiced the ketogeni...

Over the past few months, the growing chronic loneliness epidemic has come up repeatedly in my interviews on the Passion Struck podcast. Given its prevalence, I decided to devote this episode to addressing its significance. Loneliness is a human sentiment that is complicated and unique to every person. Because there isn't a known common cause, the consequences of loneliness and its prevention can...

After 30 years in the US Navy, retired Rear Admiral Danelle Barrett has learned a lot about effectively leading at the highest levels. She is insightful in everything that matters most if you want to learn how to lead with integrity, humility, humor, and compassion. Today, Danelle Barrett is a sought-after board director, speaker, and leadership coach. During her time as an Admiral, she served as...

Our guest today is ALAN STEIN JR., who is all about what it takes to achieve and sustain PEAK PERFORMANCE. If you want to know what it takes to achieve more MENTAL TOUGHNESS in your life to give you added discipline, success, and responsibility, you will want to take notes and pay close attention. This is the LEVELING-UP episode you've been waiting for. Alan has been all about PRODUCING CHAMPIONS...

John R. Miles - Eight ways to stop making excuses to unlock an intentional life. Brought to you by Indeed. Receive a $75 credit at:  https://www.indeed.com/passionstruck.   People often ask me, 'How does making excuses impact intentional positive change in life?' In the words of Benjamin Franklin, “He that is good for making excuses is seldom good for anything else.” As cruel as that sounds, Frank...

In this episode of Passion with John R. Miles, I interview Ari Wallach about the Longpath mindset and how to unlock your purpose for something greater than yourself. | Brought to you by Indeed. Receive a $75 credit at:  https://www.indeed.com/passionstruck. Ari Wallach is a futurist and the founder and Executive Director of Longpath Labs, focusing on the thinking and behaviors that will positively...

In today's episode of the Passion Struck podcast, I sit down with Dr. Ayelet Fishbach to discuss her new book Get It Done as well as how to find the fun path to achieving a goal. | Brought to you by Indeed. Receive a $75 credit at:  https://www.indeed.com/passionstruck. Dr. Ayelet Fishbach is a behavioral science and marketing professor at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. She wa...

Rabbi Avremi Zippel shares his story of childhood abuse and how he changed his story to one of hope, strength, and inspiration by finding purpose through his pain. For victims of any form of trauma or abuse, this is a podcast you don't want to miss. | Brought to you by Gusto. Go to ( https://www.gusto.com/passionstruck)   for three months free. Rabbi Avremi Zippel is the program director at the Ch...

In today's episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles, I interview Dr. Kara Fitzgerald about her groundbreaking work in understanding how you can reverse your biological age and become a younger you. | Brought to you by Gusto. Go to ( https://www.gusto.com/passionstruck)   for three months free. Dr. Kara Fitzgerald, ND, IFMCP, is the first-ever recipient of the Emerging Leadership Award from the...

In today's episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles, I interview Dr. Valerie Young about the types and causes of imposter syndrome and how you combat it. | Brought to you by Gusto ( https://www.gusto.com/passionstruck)   for three months free. Dr. Valerie Young is co-founder of Impostor Syndrome Institute and the leading expert on the subject. In addition to speaking at over 100 universities,...

Over the past several weeks, I have interviewed several guests on the Passion Struck podcast who have experienced the consequences of abuse and neglect. These include my recent interviews with  Kara Robinson Chamberlain , who was kidnapped by a serial killer and sexually assaulted.  Carrington Smith , who was emotionally abused and neglected for years by her parents and sexually abused while she w...

In today's episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles, I interview Colin O'Brady about his new book The 12-Hour Walk: Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and Unlock Your Best Life. | Brought to you by Masterworks ( https://www.masterworks.io/)   promo code PASSION. Colin O’Brady is a ten-time world record-breaking explorer, speaker, entrepreneur, and mindset expert. His feats include the world’s...

In today's episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles, I interview D.J. Vanas about his new book, which launches today, The Warrior Within: Own Your Power to Serve, Fight, Protect, and Heal. | Brought to you by Masterworks ( https://www.masterworks.io/)   promo code PASSION. D.J. Vanas is an internationally-acclaimed speaker for Fortune 500 companies, hundreds of tribal nations, and over 7,000 a...

People often ask me, 'Why do we fail to take responsibility for our choices?' In the words of Jim Rohn, "Either you run the day, or the day runs you." This illustrates how essential it is for us to take charge of our habits or inadvertently allow our choices to dictate our life.  When we fail to act, we allow fate to control our lives instead of us owning our destiny. As I discussed in l...

Abi Morgan - The importance of hope, the power of everyday superheroes, and the moments of magic throughout daily life. | Brought to you by ZocDoc ( https://www.zocdoc.com/passionstruck). Abi Morgan is a playwright, author, and screenwriter. Her plays include Skinned, Sleeping Around, Splendour, Tiny Dynamite, Tender, Fugee, 27, Love Song, and The Mistress Contract. Her television work includes My...

Kurt Wilkin and I discuss his new book Who's Your Mike?: A No-Bullsh*t Guide to the People You'll Meet on Your Entrepreneurial Journey. | Brought to you by ZocDoc ( https://www.zocdoc.com/passionstruck). Kurt Wilkin is an experienced entrepreneur and founder of Hire Better. In his debut book, Who’s Your Mike? Kurt reveals how entrepreneurs can transform their companies by minimizing hiring mistake...