Passion Struck with John R. Miles
Janet Ettele on How Joyous Effort Transforms Our Lives | EP 614
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.
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I also think that to the degree we are of self-absorption is the degree of our misery, just to being so self-absorbed. Whereas in the Buddhist teachings that I've studied, and granted, there are different schools of Buddhism, I suppose. The one I'm most familiar with is the Tibetan Buddhist teachings. That's all about the intention to benefit others. And I'm sure you've experienced this.
When you've done something
to benefit someone else and you see that joy or you just are aware of how that benefit has been meaningful to somebody else that gets you i think serves that purpose that you were saying that people are missing 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
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Now, let's go out there and become Passion Struck. Welcome to Passion Struck episode 614, the podcast that ignites change from the inside out. I'm your host, John Miles, and I'm thrilled to be back with you. And I want to share a few quick updates. If you haven't heard yet, we officially launched the Passion Struck clothing line, and I couldn't be more proud of it.
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now if you've missed last week's solo episode number 612 i really encourage you to go back and give it a listen it's called how to reframe your inner world when life feels like too much a guide to transforming your mental landscape when overwhelm sets in and on tuesday i had a profound conversation with joseph wynn author of don't believe everything you think where we explored how to break free from thought patterns that keep us trapped in suffering and self-doubt
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