The Communication Mistake Almost Everyone Makes (And How to Fix It) | Greg McKeown - EP 778 Image

The Communication Mistake Almost Everyone Makes (And How to Fix It) | Greg McKeown - EP 778

9 June - 1 hour 11 mins
Podcast Series Passion Struck with John R. Miles

Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, "That's not what I meant at all"?

Whether it's with your partner, your child, a coworker, or a friend, being misunderstood can leave you feeling frustrated, disconnected, and unseen. The surprising truth is that most communication problems aren't caused by what we say—they're caused by the emotional noise that gets in the way of what others hear.

In this episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles sits down with bestselling author Greg McKeown, creator of Essentialism and Effortless, to explore a powerful idea he calls confident misunderstanding—our tendency to believe we've understood someone when we've actually missed what matters most...

1 hour 11 mins

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How to Become the Person the People You Love Need Most  | John R. Miles - EP 798

How to Become the Person the People You Love Need Most | John R. Miles - EP 798

In this episode, John R. Miles explores one of the most powerful shifts he's experienced through years of research, interviews, and personal reflection: every human being is an environment. The people you love don't just hear your words—they experience your presence. Your family, your friends, and your team are all shaped by the emotional climate you create.

24 mins

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How to Protect Your Identity in a World Trying to Change You | Guy Kawasaki - EP 797

How to Protect Your Identity in a World Trying to Change You | Guy Kawasaki - EP 797

Technology isn't just changing how we communicate—it's changing how we see ourselves. In this conversation, Guy Kawasaki explains why protecting your privacy is ultimately about protecting your identity, your relationships, and your freedom to live intentionally.

56 mins

23 July Finished

Stop Waiting to Feel Happy: The Mindset Shift Every Ambitious Person Needs | Jess Ekstrom - EP 796

Stop Waiting to Feel Happy: The Mindset Shift Every Ambitious Person Needs | Jess Ekstrom - EP 796

Success isn't supposed to leave you feeling empty. In this conversation, Jess Ekstrom explains why ambitious people often fall into the "Arrival Trap" and how to build a meaningful life without postponing happiness until the next achievement.

54 mins

21 July Finished

Why You Keep Falling Back Into Old Habits (It's Not About Willpower) | John R. Miles - EP 795

Why You Keep Falling Back Into Old Habits (It's Not About Willpower) | John R. Miles - EP 795

What if the reason change feels so difficult has less to do with willpower than you think? In this episode, John reveals how your home, workplace, phone, and daily routines are quietly influencing your behavior—and how small changes to your environment can create lasting transformation.

22 mins

17 July Finished

How Your Environment Shapes Your Life (And What to Change Today) | Leidy Klotz - EP 794

How Your Environment Shapes Your Life (And What to Change Today) | Leidy Klotz - EP 794

Leidy Klotz joins John R. Miles to reveal how the places we live, work, and spend time in quietly shape our happiness, relationships, creativity, and sense of belonging. Discover simple, research-backed ways to design environments that help you flourish instead of merely function.

56 mins

16 July Finished

How to Raise Resilient Kids in the Age of AI: The Parenting Skills AI Can Never Replace | Dr. Dana Suskind - EP 793

How to Raise Resilient Kids in the Age of AI: The Parenting Skills AI Can Never Replace | Dr. Dana Suskind - EP 793

What does it mean to raise children who will thrive in a world transformed by artificial intelligence? Dr. Dana Suskind reveals how early relationships, emotional resilience, and meaningful human connection build the foundation for lifelong flourishing.

59 mins

14 July Finished

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