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John R. Miles

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The United States

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https://johnrmiles.com/

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Psychology, Business, Self Help

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John R. Miles is an award-winning, bestselling author, keynote speaker, and host of the Passion Struck podcast, the #1 health and wellness show on Apple. A former Fortune 50 executive and U.S. Navy combat veteran, John spent more than two decades leading technology, operations, data, cybersecurity, and transformation at companies including Dell and Lowe’s.

He is the author of The Mattering Effect: Creating a Life of Meaning and Worth, Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life, and You Matter, Luma.

Both The Mattering Effect and Passion Struck have been selected as Next Big Idea Club Must-Reads. Passion Struck also won the Gold Stevie Award for Best Business Book in 2025.

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Average rating: 4.62 · 242 ratings · 177 reviews · 3 distinct works • Similar authors

	Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life 4.58 avg rating — 213 ratings — published 2024 — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	You Matter, Luma it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 23 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Mattering Effect: Creating a Life of Meaning and Worth 4.42 avg rating — 6 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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John liked Anaya's review of You Matter, Luma: "I picked this up randomly and ended up really liking it. It’s soft, comforting, and easy to read. Luma is adorable, and the story feels very calm—perfect for bedtime. The message is simple but important: you don’t have to prove anything to matter. My" Read more of this review »
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John liked Saumya's review of You Matter, Luma: "Simple story, powerful message. Luma’s journey is calm, relatable, and comforting. Perfect for kids who feel a little unsure of themselves. A quick read, but it leaves a lasting impression. "
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John liked Shally's review of You Matter, Luma: "A sweet and uplifting story about self-worth, belonging, and kindness. Luma's journey is relatable and heartwarming, with a message that reminds young readers that they matter just as they are. Beautifully written and perfect for children and familie" Read more of this review »
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“Every child deserves to grow up knowing that they matter—not because of what they do, but because of who they are.”
― John R. Miles, You Matter, Luma

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“The script doesn't collapse. It stops making sense.”
― John R. Miles, Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life