Passion Struck with John R. Miles
Eric Zimmer on Why Surrender Is the Secret to Your Best Life | EP 569
06 Feb 2025
What if the key to unlocking your best life isn’t about control—but surrender? In this powerful episode, Eric Zimmer, renowned coach, podcast host, and behavioral change expert, shares why letting go is the ultimate catalyst for personal growth and transformation. We dive deep into the paradox of surrender—how embracing uncertainty, releasing resistance, and trusting the process can lead to greater clarity, resilience, and fulfillment.Eric opens up about his own journey, the science behind surrender, and practical strategies to apply it in your daily life. Whether you're facing a career crossroads, struggling with self-doubt, or seeking deeper meaning, this conversation will challenge you to rethink success and redefine strength.Tune in to discover how surrender can unlock new opportunities, reduce stress, and empower you to live with purpose and freedom.Link to the full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/eric-zimmer-surrender-is-the-secret-to-best-life/Sponsors: 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/PASSION. In this episode, you will learn:Feeding the Good Wolf: Eric Zimmer's Journey from Addiction to Intentional LivingThe Power of Surrender: How Eric Zimmer Overcame AddictionFrom Darkness to Light: Reclaiming Identity After AddictionNavigating Recovery: Practical Strategies for Feeding the Good WolfMoments of Clarity: Eric Zimmer's Path to SobrietyUnderstanding Mattering: The Connection Between Identity and AddictionThe Slow Unraveling: Eric Zimmer's Story of Addiction and RecoveryTransforming Pain into Purpose: Lessons from Eric Zimmer's JourneyThe Role of Sensitivity and Creativity in Addiction: A Conversation with Eric ZimmerBuilding a Life of Purpose: Eric Zimmer on Intentional Living After AddictionConnect with Eric Zimmer: www.oneyoufeed.netNext on Passion Struck:In the next episode of Passion Struck, Shige Oishi shares his incredible insights on how to build a life of resilience, clarity and intentional growth. It's an episode filled with actionable strategies for overcoming adversity, cultivating mental strength and unlocking your fullest potential.For more information on advertisers and promo codes, visit Passion Struck Deals.Join the Passion Struck Community! Sign up for the Live Intentionally newsletter, where I share exclusive content, actionable advice, and insights to help you ignite your purpose and live your most intentional life. Get access to practical exercises, inspiring stories, and tools designed to help you grow. Learn more and sign up here.Speaking Engagements & Workshops Are 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 Packs With 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 Science of Healthy Habits My episode with Jason O’Mara on Finding Strength in the Face of Setbacks Can't miss my episode with Stefanie Wilder-Taylor on Loving and Leaving Alcohol Catch my interview with Dr. Elisa Hallerman on How You Reconnect With Your Soul Listen to my solo episode on 7 Reasons Why Acts of Kindness Are More than Meets the Eye If 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_RMiles and on Instagram at @John_R_Miles. Subscribe to our main YouTube Channel here and to our YouTube Clips Channel here. For more insights and resources, visit John’s website.Want 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.
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It took everything away from my identity that wasn't about being an addict. That was it in the last couple years of my addiction. That was all I was and all I lived to do, and it consumed every waking moment of my life. How am I going to get the next fix? That's it. That was all there was. It took every part of my identity away, any part of me that was anything different.
And ultimately, I think the thing about addiction that really becomes the thing is this belief that I can't do anything else. I'm never going to do anything useful or important or interesting because this thing owns all of me.
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.
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If you're new to the show, thank you so much for joining us. You have just joined a community that's all about igniting passion, living intentionally, and creating a life of purpose. Let me ask you, have you ever felt like your life is being pulled in 100 different directions, leaving you unable to focus on what truly matters? What if I told you...
that the key to living a life of purpose and focus isn't about eliminating distractions, but understanding and managing them in a way that helps you take back control of your attention. That's exactly what today's guest is here to help us with. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Eric Zimmer, a behavioral coach, certified interfaith spiritual director,
and host of the award-winning podcast, One You Feed. Eric has an incredible story of overcoming addiction, rebuilding his life, and now helping others live intentionally by feeding the good wolf in their own lives.
Eric's journey from facing personal challenges to becoming a source of inspiration for many offers a powerful reminder that no matter where we start, we can transform our lives through small, intentional actions.
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