Passion Struck with John R. Miles
Andrew Newberg on What Makes Us Feel Like We Matter | EP 607
06 May 2025
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If you are part of a religious group that is engaged in a ritual, it could be a ceremony, it could be a meditation practice, a prayer program, then you have a whole bunch of people whose parietal lobes are now quieting down. And as they engage this practice, that boundary between themselves and the other people that are with them begins to go away. They begin to feel
blended, connected, again, unified different words that people use, but a sense of oneness with the individuals, with the other individuals that are part of this process.
Welcome to Passion Struck. Hi, I'm your host, John R. Miles. And on the show, we decipher the secrets, tips, and guidance of the world's most inspiring people and turn their wisdom into practical advice for you and those around you. Our mission is to help you unlock the power of intentionality so that you can become the best version of yourself.
If you're new to the show, I offer advice and answer listener questions on Fridays. We have long-form interviews the rest of the week with guests ranging from astronauts to authors, CEOs, creators, innovators, scientists, military leaders, visionaries, and athletes. Now, let's go out there and become PassionStruck. Hey, PassionStruck fam. Welcome to episode 607.
Whether this is your first time tuning in or you've been with us from the start, I am so grateful you're here. Together, we're building a global movement rooted in one powerful idea. You don't have to settle. You can live with intention, lead with purpose, and make what truly matters matter most.
This month, we're in the middle of a transformative arc, one that centers on a truth we don't talk about enough. Mental health is not a side note. It's the root system of a meaningful life. Last Friday, I released a solo episode exploring why emotional wellbeing isn't just about managing stress or coping with anxiety. It's about building a sustainable, values-aligned life
that doesn't run you dry. I shared the mattering mental health loop, the hidden costs of ignoring your inner world and why seeking emotional support isn't weakness, it's capacity. That conversation set the foundation for what's ahead. We kicked off the week with two powerful episodes.
First, a live interview with Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project and Secrets of Adulthood, recorded in front of 200 passionate listeners. We explored how self-awareness, identity, and the small truths of adulthood can reshape the way we show up for ourselves and others. Then came Elizabeth Weingarten, whose thought-provoking new book,
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