The Gravity of Doubt: How to Harness Uncertainty as a Force for Meaning | EP 675
10 October - 23 minsWhat if doubt isn’t a weakness to overcome, but a gravitational force that pulls us toward meaning?
In this powerful solo episode, John R. Miles kicks off the new Forces That Pull Us series by exploring doubt—an invisible psychological and cultural force that shapes our choices, our growth, and our sense of self. Drawing on insights from performance psychologist Michael Gervais, physician-researcher Brennan Spiegel, and business ethicist Bobby Parmar, John examines doubt from three angles:
The Psychological Gravity — How doubt shows up internally, why FOPO (Fear of People’s Opinions) can paralyze us, and how elite performers learn to work with uncertainty rather than against it.The Externa...
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Judd Kessler on How to Become Lucky by Design | EP 677
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Amy Leigh Mercree on Unlock the Power of Your Energy Field | EP 676
Amy Leigh Mercree joins John R. Miles for a live conversation about how becoming aware of your energy field can transform the way you live, lead, and connect.
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Dr. Bobby Parmar on Why Great Leaders Embrace Radical Doubt | EP 674
Dr. Bobby Parmar joins John R. Miles to explore how embracing doubt—not avoiding it—can sharpen your decisions, strengthen leadership, and unlock growth.
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