The Prison of Protection: Why Your Armor is Blocking Your Life | John R. Miles - EP 768
15 May - 29 minsWhat if the armor that once saved your life is now the very thing keeping you from living it?
In this second solo installment of the Forged in Adversity series, John R. Miles explores the Recovery phase of the human journey. He dives into the "Birth of Survival Identities," explaining how the nervous system prioritizes safety over authenticity, creating protectors such as the perfectionist, the achiever, and the intellectual.
Drawing on the cinematic archetypes of Iron Man and Will Hunting, John breaks down the distinction between Armor (protection) and Strength (capacity). He challenges the listener to move beyond "polishing the hood" of their external performance and start the internal w...
Series Episodes
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
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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
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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
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Why You Keep Repeating the Same Patterns (And How Real Change Finally Happens) | John R. Miles - EP 792
If you've ever caught yourself saying, "Why do I keep doing this?" this episode will help you understand why—and show you how to finally break the patterns keeping you stuck.
20 mins
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The Power of Positive Habits: Simple Changes That Transform Your Life | Jon Gordon - EP 791
Bestselling author Jon Gordon joins John R. Miles to share the proven habits that build resilience, strengthen leadership, and help you overcome negative thinking. Discover practical strategies to create a more positive mindset and a life of greater purpose and impact.
53 mins
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How to Rewire Your Brain, Let Go of Old Wounds, and Become Who You Were Meant to Be | Nick Ortner - EP 790
Today's episode will change how you think about anxiety, fear, and the stories you've been telling yourself about who you are.Have you ever thought: Why do I keep repeating the same patterns?Why do certain memories still have power over me years later?Or maybe you've convinced yourself that this is just who you are.According to today's guest, that's not true.You can change your brain. You can change your emotional patterns. And you can become someone new without rejecting who you've been. Joining John today is Nick Ortner, New York Times bestselling author of The Tapping Solution and his new book, Rewired. For more than two decades, Nick has helped millions of people use Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) to overcome anxiety, release trauma, and create lasting change. In this episode, you'll learn: How tapping calms the nervous system and interrupts fear patternsWhy painful memories continue to shape your behavior years laterThe science behind rewiring beliefs that keep you stuckHow to overcome procrastination, self-doubt, and performance anxietyWhy we spend more energy managing fear than pursuing possibilityThe surprising reason so many people no longer feel at home in their own livesWhat it means to develop self-trust and reclaim your emotional freedomHere's the powerful truth at the center of this conversation: You don't have to remain who you've always been.Your past may have shaped you. It does not have to define you. And once you understand how change actually happens, you can stop managing old wounds and start building the life you want. Check the Full Shownotes Here Download the FREE Digital Workbook Pre-Order The Mattering Effect: https://matteringeffect.com/. Take the 90-second diagnostic to see if you're disappearing. Explore the Show: https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. New to Passion Struck? Start with the best episodes curated for you. Connect with John Website: https://johnrmiles.comBook John to Speak: https://johnrmiles.com/speaking/Substack: https://www.theignitedlife.net/Children’s Book — You Matter, Luma: https://youmatterluma.com/ Support the Movement: https://startmattering.com/. Every human deserves to feel seen, valued, and like they matter. Wear it. Live it. Show it. Passion Struck — #1 Alternative Health Podcast. 85M+ downloads. Disclaimer The Passion Struck podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of Passion Struck or its affiliates. This podcast is not a substitute for professio
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