Passion Struck with John R. Miles
5 Mental Health Habits That Anchor You in Uncertain Times w/ John R. Miles | EP 609
Fri, 09 May 2025
When life feels uncertain, we don’t need more control—we need anchors.In this deeply personal and practical solo episode, Passion Struck host John R. Miles shares five transformative mental health habits that helped him reclaim stability during one of the most turbulent seasons of his life.From the invisible costs of burnout to the neuroscience of belonging and emotional regulation, John walks you through how to rebuild trust with yourself, reconnect with others, and create meaning in the middle of the unknown. Drawing on behavioral science, leadership insight, and lived experience, this episode offers a powerful toolkit for anyone navigating emotional overwhelm, career transition, or identity drift.Click here for full shownotes: https://passionstruck.com/mental-health-habits-help-you-in-uncertain-times/Join the new Passion Struck Community, The Ignition Room: https://station.page/passionstruckThis episode is part of Passion Struck’s Mental Health Awareness Month series, setting the tone for upcoming episodes on emotional resilience, internal reframing, and intentional habits for psychological well-being.Key Takeaways:Internal credibility is the foundation of self-trust. Keeping small promises to yourself rebuilds emotional stability during chaotic times.Belonging rituals protect mental health. Consistent, meaningful connection regulates your nervous system and reminds you that you matter.A sense of purpose interrupts emotional drift. Even a small, value-driven “why” can realign your actions and give you direction when life feels unclear.Emotional margin is non-negotiable. Recovery isn’t a reward—it’s a requirement for resilience.Micro-wins create momentum. Tiny, value-aligned actions signal progress to your brain and reinforce your capacity to move forward—even in the unknown.Sponsors:Factor Meals: http://factormeals.com/factormeals50off and use code “FACTOR MEALS 50 OFF”Rosetta Stone: Unlock 25 languages for life at “ROSETTASTONE.com/passionstruck.”Prolon: Reset your health with 15% off at “ProlonLife.com/passionstruck.”Mint Mobile: Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at “MINT MOBILE dot com slash PASSION.”Hims: Start your journey to regrowing hair with Hims. Visit hims.com/PASSIONSTRUCK for your free online visit.Quince: Discover luxury at affordable prices with Quince. Enjoy free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/PASSIONFor more information on advertisers and promo codes, visit Passion Struck Deals.Speaking Engagements & WorkshopsAre you looking to inspire your team, organization, or audience to take intentional action in their lives and careers? I’m available for keynote speaking, workshops, and leadership training on topics such as intentional living, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Let’s work together to create transformational change. Learn more at johnrmiles.com/speaking.Episode Starter PacksWith over 500 episodes, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. We’ve curated Episode Starter Packs based on key themes like leadership, mental health, and personal growth, making it easier for you to dive into the topics you care about. Check them out at passionstruck.com/starterpacks.Catch More of Passion Struck:My solo episode on The Mattering Mindset in Love – Choose the Love You DeserveCan't miss my episode with Jennifer B. Wallace on the Consequences of Prioritizing Achievements Over MatteringMy episode with The Art of Listening: How to Make People Feel Like They MatterCatch my interview with Laurie Santos on How to Matter in a Busy WorldListen to my solo episode on Fading into Insignificance: The Impact of Un-Mattering in Our Interconnected EraIf 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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What are the five mental health habits to anchor yourself in uncertain times?
Coming up next on Passion Struck. What if the most powerful thing you could do in chaos wasn't to hustle harder, but to slow down enough to notice what holds you? In episode 609 of Passion Struck, I'm not giving you hacks. I'm giving you something deeper. Five small habits backed by science. grounded in meaning that can hold you steady when everything around you feels like it's shifting.
Because mental health doesn't start at collapse. It starts in the moments we stop showing up for ourselves and the quiet ones when we finally do. Let's talk about how to find your footing again. 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. Hello, everyone. John here and welcome to Episode 607 of Passion Struck.
Before we dive in, I want to take a moment to thank you. These past two weeks have been filled with milestones for the show. From being named the number three life leadership podcast by a million podcasts to winning the Gold Stevie Award for Best Independent Podcast at the 2025 American Business Awards. And now to launching our brand new clothing line.
And while all those honors I'm proud of, what they really reflect is you, the community, this movement, people who don't just consume content, but engage with it, who want to live with more clarity, more courage, more intention. That's why this month matters so much.
Because May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and here at PassionStruck, we're using every episode this month to talk about the things we too often push aside, the internal world behind our outer success. This week alone brought two powerful conversations into that spotlight.
On Tuesday, I sat down with Dr. Andrew Newberg, a neuroscientist whose work explores how practices like meditation, reflection, and even prayer don't just influence our mindset, they physically reshape your brain. It's a powerful reminder that mental health isn't just emotional, it's neurological and that we actually train our minds to become more grounded, more peaceful, more whole.
Then on Thursday, I spoke with Dr. Tiffany Moon, an anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, mother, and author of the new book, Joy Prescriptions. We talked about how joy isn't a reward for getting through the hard stuff. It's a daily practice, a mental health discipline, one that lets you stay emotionally connected even when life feels noisy, uncertain, or overwhelming.
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