John R. Miles

Because the secret to a life of deep purpose, connection, and impact is choosing to live like you matter.

Welcome back friends to Passion Struck.

This is episode 695 and today's episode is unlike any other I've ever released and intentionally so.

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We are currently in the midst of our month-long series, The Irreplaceables, an exploration of the qualities that make us undeniably, unforgettably powerful.

human.

Earlier this week in episode 694, we were live at the Oxford Exchange in Tampa, Florida with the extraordinary Jane Marie Chen, who reminded us that healing begins when we stop performing for the world and start returning to ourselves.

And today, on Thanksgiving Day, we turn to a piece of our humanity that has never mattered more, our deep, innate need for connection.

You might wonder why I chose to air an episode about loneliness on a day dedicated to gratitude, gathering, and togetherness.

Here's the truth.

Thanksgiving is often painted as warmth, family, and togetherness.

But for millions of people, it's one of the loneliest days of the year.

Some are physically alone.

Some feel invisible in their own families.

Some are grieving someone who isn't there.