Passion Struck with John R. Miles
Janet Ettele on How Joyous Effort Transforms Our Lives | EP 614
Thu, 22 May 2025
On this episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles chats with Janet Ettele, author, musician, and student of Buddhist teacher Khentrul Lodrö Thayé Rinpoche, about how the principle of Joyous Effort can change the way we live, work, and grow.They dive into why living with purpose isn’t about ticking boxes or chasing external wins—it’s about how we keep showing up, with heart and intention, even when it’s hard. Janet shares her journey from Berklee College of Music to the Buddhist path, and how writing her “How Life Works” fiction series helped her bring timeless teachings into real, everyday life.If you’ve ever felt stuck, drained by spiritual buzzwords, or wondered how ancient wisdom could actually fit into your modern routine, this episode is both grounding and uplifting.Click HERE for the full show notesJoin the Ignition Room!Join the new free Passion Struck Community to win Passion Struck merchandise! - The Ignition Room: https://station.page/passionstruckTogether, John and Janet explore:Joyous Effort is not about forcing or hustling—it's a compassionate commitment to growth and presence.The Six Perfections (Paramitas) offer a practical framework for living with wisdom, generosity, and balance.Routine, repetition, and practice—often overlooked—can be sacred tools for transformation.You don’t need a monastery to practice spirituality; daily life is your training ground.Catch more of Janet Ettele: https://janetettele.com/Catch More of Passion Struck:My solo episode on 5 Proven Ways to Overcome Emotional FatigueCan't miss my episode with Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche on How to Find Your Innate Basic GoodnessCatch my interview with Natalie Namaste on How to Unleash Your Solar Plexus PowerMy interview with Sharon Salzberg on Building Equanimity in a Chaotic WorldListen to my interview with Dandapani on How to Harness the Incredible Power of Your MindIf you liked the show, please leave us a review—it only takes a moment and helps us reach more people! Don’t forget to include your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally.How to Connect with John:Connect with John on Twitter at @John_RMilesFollow him on Instagram at @John_R_MilesSubscribe to our main YouTube Channel and to our YouTube Clips ChannelFor more insights and resources, visit John’s websiteWant to explore where you stand on the path to becoming Passion Struck? Take our 20-question quiz on Passionstruck.com and find out today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What is Joyous Effort and how does it transform our lives?
And the other books are also available. They're How Generosity Works, How the Root of Kindness Works, How Patience Works, and How Joyous Effort Works. Thank you so much for having me here today. It was really wonderful to meet you and to have this conversation.
Well, thank you so much too, Janet. And thanks for being a listener of the show. I always love it when I have guests on who have listened to previous episodes. So I really appreciate it.
I've enjoyed them. Thank you.
Thank you.
Stay well. Take care.
Thank you. You too. That was such a calming, wise and meaningful dialogue with Janet Edley. Her ability to distill complex spiritual ideas into soul nourishing stories is truly rare. As Janet shared, the key to lasting fulfillment isn't in achieving more, but in how we show up for others, how we approach the ordinary with joy and how we align our energy with a higher purpose.
Her message is one we all need right now. That joyous effort rooted in compassion and intention is not only possible, but transformative. So as we close, I want to leave you with a few reflection prompts from today's episode. How can you turn your daily routines into mindful acts of service? What does it mean for you to put joyful effort into your relationships, your work, and your healing?
How might shifting your focus from self-gain, to other centeredness, create more peace in your life. If today's conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review Passion Struck on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us grow and bring these powerful messages to more people around the world.
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