Life Crafting & Pursuing Purpose with John R. Miles

The Gently Used Human with Dr. Scott Lyons

Ever wondered how passion and purpose intertwine to shape our lives? Or considered the role of adaptability and vision in navigating our paths?

In this episode, Dr. Scott explores these questions with John Miles, author of Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life. John brings unique insights from his experiences in the Navy and Fortune 50 companies, highlighting the power of long-term vision and the importance of being adaptable. Together, they’ll explore the power of mattering, the impact of loneliness, and the influence of relationships and environments on our sense of self.

Tune in as they connect the dots between passion, purpose, and play to discover how we can all be a little more “passion struck”.

Topics We Break Down

• How different experiences and exposure enrich our perspective.
• What play can teach us about ourselves and others in our adult life.
• How tapping into different sides of your true self supports honing your craft.
• The power of passion combined with perseverance.
• Allowing your uniqueness to make its impact on the world.
• Discerning between misalignment and a lack of resilience.
• The true equation behind the path to happiness.
• What it might look like to embody other people with the sense that they matter.
• Finding self-compassion along the journey.