<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Ignited Life: Philosophical First Aid for Being Human: Playlists]]></title><description><![CDATA[Need a nudge forward? We're here to fuel your next breakthrough.]]></description><link>https://www.theignitedlife.net/s/playlists</link><image><url>https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jcJP!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd3dc5286-e129-41d2-8dd5-ee8d07c8d230_1254x1254.png</url><title>The Ignited Life: Philosophical First Aid for Being Human: Playlists</title><link>https://www.theignitedlife.net/s/playlists</link></image><generator>Substack</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 05:05:04 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.theignitedlife.net/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><copyright><![CDATA[Passion Struck Newsletter]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><webMaster><![CDATA[passionstruck@substack.com]]></webMaster><itunes:owner><itunes:email><![CDATA[passionstruck@substack.com]]></itunes:email><itunes:name><![CDATA[John R. Miles]]></itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author><![CDATA[John R. Miles]]></itunes:author><googleplay:owner><![CDATA[passionstruck@substack.com]]></googleplay:owner><googleplay:email><![CDATA[passionstruck@substack.com]]></googleplay:email><googleplay:author><![CDATA[John R. Miles]]></googleplay:author><itunes:block><![CDATA[Yes]]></itunes:block><item><title><![CDATA[The Mindful Way]]></title><description><![CDATA[A curated journey into mindfulness, presence, and the art of being.]]></description><link>https://www.theignitedlife.net/p/the-mindful-way</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theignitedlife.net/p/the-mindful-way</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[John R. Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:44:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/00b59378-3225-4339-87fb-bf594ef810bd_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A curated journey into mindfulness, presence, and the art of being.</p><p>This playlist is an invitation to slow down and come home to yourself.</p><p>In a world constantly asking you to do more, achieve more, and react faster, <em>The Mindful Way</em> offers something different: space. Space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters. Through powerful conversations with thought leaders like Jon Kabat-Zinn, Sharon Salzberg, and others, this series explores how mindfulness isn&#8217;t just a wellness trend&#8212;it&#8217;s a way of living with intention, clarity, and compassion.</p><p>Whether you're just beginning your mindfulness journey or seeking to deepen your practice, these episodes provide grounded wisdom, practical tools, and gentle reminders to choose presence over performance, awareness over autopilot.</p><p>Because the art of being isn&#8217;t about doing it perfectly. 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Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 20:09:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2387aea3-c91b-4d5f-8a0d-496c63dbc7eb_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>What if the answers you&#8217;ve been chasing weren&#8217;t out there&#8212;but already alive inside you?</strong></p><p>This playlist is for the seekers. The empaths. The ones waking up to the quiet pull that there&#8217;s more&#8212;more peace, more presence, more purpose.</p><p>Here, we explore what it means to live from the inside out.<br>To ground into spiritual clarity.<br>To trust the wisdom beneath the noise.<br>To remember who you were before the world told you who to be.</p><p>You&#8217;ll hear from leading voices in spiritual psychology, neuroscience, mysticism, and intuitive healing&#8212;each offering grounded practices and expansive insight. These are conversations designed to stir your soul and strengthen your spirit.</p><p>Whether you&#8217;re navigating grief, awakening to your intuition, or just feeling that subtle nudge toward something deeper&#8212;this playlist is here to walk with you.</p><p>This is your invitation to slow down.<br>To listen inward.<br>And to remember: You don&#8217;t have to become someone else to matter.<br>You just have to come home to yourself.</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;4173a44a-0c43-4c9a-8fab-bda224d78200&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;It&#8217;s been three days since the episode with Suzanne Giesemann aired, and I haven&#8217;t stopped thinking about it. Not in a loud, obsessive way&#8212;but in the kind of quiet that lingers. 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Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:25:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/e7d6f5ca-b8ab-4496-89fb-06bd218ce2af_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this playlist from the Passion Struck podcast, we journey into the minds and experiences of astronauts to explore what it really means to be human&#8212;when you're far from Earth. Because beyond the awe of spaceflight lies something even more profound: the clarity that comes from distance, isolation, and the radical shift in perspective only the cosmos can offer.</p><p>Through powerful conversations with space explorers, scientists, and thought leaders, we unpack the lessons learned in orbit&#8212;on leadership, resilience, teamwork, and the fragility of life. These aren&#8217;t just stories about missions or machinery. They&#8217;re reflections on meaning, mortality, and the drive to push past limits&#8212;both external and internal.</p><p>Whether you&#8217;re navigating the unknown in your own life or searching for a sense of purpose in the vastness of it all, this playlist is a reminder: sometimes the best way to understand our place on Earth is to leave it behind, if only in thought.</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;88661176-81e2-40ea-8696-4bb661960502&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Space changes how you see the Earth&#8212;and yourself. 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Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 21:22:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f98efce1-ec32-46c2-8018-63e72e7756c8_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hosting <em>Passion Struck</em> has taught me the power of asking meaningful questions. But being on the other side of the mic&#8212;invited into someone else&#8217;s space&#8212;has sparked some of the most revealing and transformative conversations of my journey.</p><p>Over the past few years, I&#8217;ve had the honor of joining some of the most inspiring podcast hosts across the world&#8212;each conversation unlocking a different layer of what it means to live with purpose, courage, and intention. These aren&#8217;t just interviews; they&#8217;re milestones. They&#8217;ve challenged my thinking, clarified my mission, and in many cases, changed the trajectory of how I show up in the world.</p><p>Whether you&#8217;re new to my work or a longtime listener of <em>Passion Struck</em>, I&#8217;ve pulled together a curated playlist of the guest appearances that have made the biggest impact&#8212;on me and on listeners.</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;3d6ba692-ab6f-4413-9cb0-272bcb20ff9c&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Platform: Fox 13 News Tampa Bay&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;showDescription&quot;:true,&quot;showImage&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;md&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Staying Motivated in the New Year&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:141530768,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;John R. 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Miles: Conversations That Ignite Purpose and Redefine Success&quot;,&quot;video_upload_id&quot;:null,&quot;id&quot;:165662118,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;newsletter&quot;,&quot;reaction_count&quot;:0,&quot;comment_count&quot;:0,&quot;publication_id&quot;:null,&quot;publication_name&quot;:&quot;The Ignited Life with John R. Miles&quot;,&quot;publication_logo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F133dc6b6-8558-4d22-8f8a-13c6c0ea3bf3_1280x1280.png&quot;,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;youtube_url&quot;:null,&quot;show_links&quot;:null,&quot;feed_url&quot;:null}"></div><p>I&#8217;d love to hear which episode resonated with you the most&#8212;or what insight sparked something new. Leave a comment below or share this post with someone who could use a purposeful boost today.</p><p>And if you&#8217;re new here, consider subscribing for more conversations, reflections, and behind-the-scenes insights into building a life that truly matters.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mental Fitness: The Path to Inner Strength and Clarity]]></title><description><![CDATA[You&#8217;re Not Alone: Real Talks on Mental Health and Meaning.]]></description><link>https://www.theignitedlife.net/p/the-latest-at-passion-struck</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theignitedlife.net/p/the-latest-at-passion-struck</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[John R. Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 20:40:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d43c42ed-8f9c-46dd-81b5-6ab3a9603971_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mental fitness isn&#8217;t just about managing stress&#8212;it&#8217;s about building the inner resilience, clarity, and emotional agility to thrive in every aspect of life. In this powerful series, we explore what it means to strengthen your mind like a muscle&#8212;through intentional habits, meaningful reflection, and science-backed strategies for self-mastery.</p><p>Through vulnerable conversations with experts, high-performers, and everyday overcomers, we dive into topics like burnout, emotional regulation, anxiety, trauma recovery, and the hidden toll of modern ambition. Each episode is designed to break the stigma, provide actionable insights, and remind you that true strength begins within.</p><p>Whether you're navigating the hidden cost of high achievement or simply seeking a more grounded, intentional life&#8212;this series is a roadmap to reclaim your mental clarity, reconnect with your purpose, and build a life that sustains you, not just one that impresses others.</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;2f26c81b-fff6-42ce-93b7-f09813d74ce6&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Peace isn&#8217;t found in the next milestone.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;showDescription&quot;:true,&quot;showImage&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;md&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Fighting for Inner Peace: Joseph Nguyen on Breaking Free from Mental Noise&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:141530768,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;John R. 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And at some point, you stop recognizing the person staring back in the mirror.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;showDescription&quot;:true,&quot;showImage&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;md&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;How to Reclaim Your Energy and Identity Through Intentional Living&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:141530768,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;John R. Miles&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Bestselling author of Passion Struck, host of the award-winning podcast, meaning-maker. 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Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 20:18:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/df343907-bc28-4414-99c7-73459b21656c_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Over the years, Passion Struck has been a space for raw truth, bold ideas, and the kind of conversations that light a fire in your soul. In this special collection, I&#8217;ve gathered the most unforgettable moments&#8212;the stories, strategies, and insights that have stayed with me long after the interviews ended.</p><p>These episodes feature some of the world&#8217;s most inspiring thinkers, creators, and changemakers. But more than that, they reveal what happens when we choose to live with intention&#8212;when we say yes to growth, healing, and becoming who we&#8217;re truly meant to be.</p><p>Whether you&#8217;re new to the show or looking to revisit the most powerful episodes, this playlist is a front-row seat to the wisdom, courage, and transformation that define Passion Struck. 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Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 17:54:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f44d88d3-48ca-42ac-b206-22926d065ba7_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this playlist from the Passion Struck podcast, I sit down with women who are not just breaking glass ceilings&#8212;they&#8217;re building entirely new structures rooted in authenticity, courage, and deep purpose. These are the voices of entrepreneurs, thought leaders, creators, and trailblazers who refused to shrink themselves to fit the mold.</p><p>Together, we explore how women are reclaiming power&#8212;not as domination, but as alignment. Not as control, but as impact. These stories shine a light on what it means to lead from within, to rise after setbacks, and to embody resilience that ripples across communities, industries, and generations.</p><p>If you&#8217;ve ever felt the call to rise, to lead differently, or to make your mark in a world that wasn&#8217;t built for your voice&#8212;this playlist is your reminder: you don&#8217;t have to become someone else to lead powerfully. You just have to become <em>more</em> of who you already are.</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;abe7de4a-9014-4a02-b638-6020101f18c8&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;There are episodes that resonate&#8212;and then there are ones that feel like a mirror. 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Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:12:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f06caf94-09b2-4af0-a622-3e739a801108_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this playlist from <em>Passion Struck</em>, we go beyond the battlefield and into the hearts and minds of military veterans whose experiences forged an unshakable sense of leadership, grit, and purpose. These are not just stories of service&#8212;but of transformation.</p><p>Through candid conversations, our guests reveal what it truly means to lead under pressure, stay grounded in values amidst chaos, and redefine purpose after the uniform comes off. 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Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:47:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/4baaa90d-57aa-4485-b03a-ef0378e2f443_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Emotional intelligence isn&#8217;t about suppressing your feelings&#8212;it&#8217;s about mastering them. In this Passion Struck episode, we explore how to build self-awareness, regulate emotions, and deepen empathy to fuel both personal growth and professional impact. Whether you&#8217;re leading a team, navigating conflict, or simply trying to stay grounded in a chaotic world, this conversation gives you the tools to turn emotion into intentional action.</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;64490488-76c7-4274-b323-30ecec7077ba&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Some emotions don&#8217;t need fixing. 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It means understanding their power&#8212;and learning how to use it.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;showDescription&quot;:true,&quot;showImage&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;md&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Ethan Kross on How to Make Your Emotions Work For You&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:141530768,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;John R. Miles&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Bestselling author of Passion Struck, host of the award-winning podcast, meaning-maker. 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Miles&quot;,&quot;publication_logo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F133dc6b6-8558-4d22-8f8a-13c6c0ea3bf3_1280x1280.png&quot;,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;youtube_url&quot;:null,&quot;show_links&quot;:null,&quot;feed_url&quot;:null}"></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Mindset of Builders: Navigating Entrepreneurship, Wealth, and Impact ]]></title><description><![CDATA[How Visionary Thinkers Turn Ideas into Impact]]></description><link>https://www.theignitedlife.net/p/the-mindset-of-builders-navigating</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theignitedlife.net/p/the-mindset-of-builders-navigating</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[John R. Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 21:50:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/c297c86e-6ce1-40e7-bf9a-8f87d6af3631_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Explore the mindset behind successful builders&#8212;entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators who aren&#8217;t just chasing wealth, but shaping meaningful legacies. This episode dives into the psychology of entrepreneurship, the emotional grit it requires, and how intentional leadership can fuel both financial success and personal fulfillment. Learn what it takes to build boldly, lead with integrity, and make your mark on the world.</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;da435e90-e32e-47cf-9f1c-cddfe1a0ea08&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Backup plans don&#8217;t build legacies. 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Whether you&#8217;re chasing a big dream or leading a high-stakes mission, this conversation will help you unlock your next level&#8212;with clarity and heart.</p><p></p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;2fa681fa-7726-4061-9df5-9eeae1bcdd52&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;You can&#8217;t make more time&#8212;but you can make more meaning.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;showDescription&quot;:true,&quot;showImage&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;md&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Dr. Cassie Holmes on Happier Hour: Being Intentional about What Matters Most&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:141530768,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;John R. Miles&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Bestselling author of Passion Struck, host of the award-winning podcast, meaning-maker. 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Miles]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 19:22:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/09a52f6b-a111-436d-9c12-2f9116d09ea5_600x400.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Learn how to manage perfectionism, overcome fear of failure, and break free from self-doubt to live with confidence and purpose. Shift your mindset, embrace imperfection, and develop mental resilience to achieve your goals with a growth-oriented perspective.</p><p></p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;a67067fc-9cd9-4a20-9a6f-7f7e6a50df4e&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Success isn&#8217;t about fitting in. 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