In this thought-provoking episode, I sit down with Dr. Rick Hanson, the celebrated psychologist and bestselling author of Buddhaโs Brain, Hardwiring Happiness, and Resilient. Renowned for blending cutting-edge science with timeless wisdom, Dr. Hanson unpacks the art and science of focusing on the good in a world that often highlights the negative. We explore how […]
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Why hope matters is a question we often overlook in the chaos of our daily lives. Yet, hope is far more than a fleeting emotionโitโs a transformative force that fuels resilience, rebuilds communities, and reminds us that we matter. In todayโs episode of Passion Struck, we unpack why hope matters and how it connects to
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In this thought-provoking episode of the Passion Struck Podcast, we are joined by the visionary Esther Dyson, a renowned angel investor, author, and pioneer in the digital space. With decades of experience at the intersection of technology, business, and human development, Esther shares her insights on how technology is shaping human connection in both positive
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In this episode of Passion Struck, we are thrilled to welcome Max Lugavere, a passionate advocate for brain health and the author of the bestselling book, The Genius Life: Heal Your Mind, Strengthen Your Body, and Become Extraordinary. Max shares his deeply personal journey that ignited his mission to explore the connection between diet and cognitive
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In this first solo episode of 2025, John explores the transformative power of the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi and how it teaches us to embrace lifeโs imperfections, own your cracks, and find purpose in the process. Wabi-Sabi reveals the beauty in incompleteness, the value in impermanence, and the growth that comes from lifeโs messy, fleeting
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Welcome to another inspiring episode of Passion Struck! Today, we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Kari Leibowitz, a Stanford-trained health psychologist, Fulbright scholar, and leading authority in mindset science. Dr. Leibowitzโs groundbreaking research delves deep into how our mindset can significantly impact our health, well-being, and resilience during lifeโs most challenging seasons. Her
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Shira explains how controlling the โvolumeโ of daily demands can lead to a more intentional and peaceful life. With practical tips and a refreshing approach to minimalism, Shira guides us on how to declutter not just our homes, but our minds, ultimately fostering a deeper sense of peace and purpose. As we wrap up 2024
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In this special holiday episode, I take a closer look at A Christmas Carol to uncover a theme that often slips under the radar: the spirit of mattering. Beyond Ebenezer Scroogeโs well-known transformation lies a deeper message about the human need to feel valued, connected, and purposeful. Charles Dickens masterfully weaves a tale of redemption
In this powerful episode of Passion Struck, we dive deep into the transformative insights of James Arthur Ray and Bersabeh Ray, authors of God, Money, & Sex: Understanding and Mastering the Three Human Dilemmas. Together, they explore the profound and often challenging relationship humans have with these three fundamental aspects of lifeโGod, money, and sexโand
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In this inspiring episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes Dr. Abraham George, a visionary leader and founder of Shanti Bhavan, a transformative school dedicated to empowering children from disadvantaged backgrounds in India. Dr. George shares his remarkable journey from serving as a young lieutenant in the Indian military to creating a legacy
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