Anna Lembke on How to Be Human in a Dopamine-Driven World | EP 625
17 June - 52 minsIn this compelling episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles sits down with Dr. Anna Lembke—renowned psychiatrist, Stanford professor, and bestselling author of Dopamine Nation—to unpack the invisible crisis of our times: how a world saturated with instant gratification is quietly numbing us, hijacking our attention, and severing our sense of connection.
They explore the neuroscience behind addiction, why pleasure and pain share the same neural real estate, and how seemingly harmless behaviors—like binge-watching, social media scrolling, or even overworking—can rewire our brains in harmful ways. Dr. Lembke explains how real connection, meaning, and purpose are often sacrificed in our pursuit...
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Michael Morris on Why We Divide and How to Reconnect
Michael Morris reveals how our deepest social instincts influence division—and how we can use them to foster unity, leadership, and belonging.
1 hour 6 mins
24 June Finished
The R.E.A.C.T. Method: Leading Yourself Through the Storm w/John R. Miles | EP 627
In this episode, John R. Miles shares a raw, real-life story of conflict and introduces the R.E.A.C.T. Method—a 5-step framework to lead yourself with integrity under pressure.
25 mins
20 June Finished
Bill McGowan on How to Speak So People Listen | EP 626
In Passion Struck episode 626, Bill McGowan shares proven strategies to help you speak with clarity, confidence, and persuasion—so your words not only land but last.
59 mins
19 June Finished
The Connected Life: Taylor Swift and the Power of Presence w/ John R. Miles | EP 624
This episode of Pasion Struck explores how Taylor Swift uses presence—not performance—to create deep emotional connection, and what that teaches us about the human need to matter.
29 mins
13 June Finished
Dr. David Hamilton On How Kindness Heals Your Body And Mind | EP 623
Dr. David Hamilton reveals how kindness is biologically wired to heal your body, reduce stress, and transform your emotional and physical well-being.
1 hour 7 mins
12 June Finished
