The Ignited Life with John R. Miles

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The Ignited Life with John R. Miles
Why Serendipity Isn’t an Accident—And How It Reveals What Truly Matters
The Space Where You Matter: John R. Miles—on identity, intentionality, and inner truth.

Why Serendipity Isn’t an Accident—And How It Reveals What Truly Matters

The quiet magic of being seen, and the life-changing power of paying attention

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Jun 10, 2025
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Why Serendipity Isn’t an Accident—And How It Reveals What Truly Matters
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We often think of serendipity as a fluke. A lucky break. A random spark in the middle of the chaos. But what if serendipity isn’t about chance at all—and instead, about presence?

In this special 600th episode of Passion Struck, I invite you to reconsider what actually makes a moment unforgettable. It’s not always the grand gestures or perfectly planned milestones. Often, it’s something quieter: a text that came at the right time, a stranger’s kind word, a small insight that shifted everything.

As I reflect on the journey to this point—and the thousands of conversations, messages, and moments along the way—I’ve come to believe that serendipity isn’t something we wait for. It’s something we can cultivate. Through intention. Through presence. Through choosing to see what’s already there.

Because serendipity becomes mattering the moment someone feels seen—without expectation.

Here’s what I explore:

Listen ad free to a milestone episode that honors the magic of presence—and the quiet power of being seen.

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