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The Mattering Effect: Creating a Life of Meaning and Worth
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Expected 6 Oct 26A guide to address the urgent crisis of our time—the loss of significance in our lives—by restoring
mattering
as the missing link between personal well-being and collective repair.
John R. Miles argues that many of today’s most common struggles—burnout, anxiety, loneliness, and disengagement—are not personal failures or mindset problems. They are the result of unmattering: the gradual erosion of felt significance within modern systems that reward performance while overlooking presence. Drawing on research in psychology, neuroscience, social science, and contemplative traditions, as well as deeply personal stories, Miles shows that mattering is not a belief or personality trait, but rather a necessary condition of human functioning. When our systems overload, the result is exhaustion, self-erasure, and quiet despair. Where others have also diagnosed the problem, Miles offers a solution through M.A.T.T.E.R., a research-based framework based on six elements—meaning, autonomy, trust, time, energy, and reciprocity—that, when used together, can reverse the process and restore sustainable significance, dignity, and spiritual coherence.
Praise for Passion Struck
"It's easier than ever to become complacent or stuck, but John Miles reminds us that we can lead and contribute with intention if we choose." -- Seth Godin, New York Times bestselling author of The Song of Significance
"This book will ignite a fire in your belly! If you're looking to overcome life's obstacles, embrace your passion, and cultivate a profound sense of purpose in your everyday life--there's no better teacher than John." -- Kris Carr, New York Times bestselling author, wellness activist & cancer thriver
"John R. Miles creates the ultimate guide that combines self-discovery, understanding psychology, and taking responsibility for personal growth. Passion Struck is a must-read for anyone seeking to unleash their potential and live a life filled with passion, purpose, and authenticity." -- Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is the Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There
"There are many self-help books that discuss how to find your passion. There are many fewer about living your passion - not a fixed state of being, but as an ongoing process that encourages creativity, challenge, and meaning. Passion Struck is such a original, grounded in well-researched wisdom, and thoroughly practical." -- Dr. Mark Hyman, MD, Author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, Young Forever.
John R. Miles argues that many of today’s most common struggles—burnout, anxiety, loneliness, and disengagement—are not personal failures or mindset problems. They are the result of unmattering: the gradual erosion of felt significance within modern systems that reward performance while overlooking presence. Drawing on research in psychology, neuroscience, social science, and contemplative traditions, as well as deeply personal stories, Miles shows that mattering is not a belief or personality trait, but rather a necessary condition of human functioning. When our systems overload, the result is exhaustion, self-erasure, and quiet despair. Where others have also diagnosed the problem, Miles offers a solution through M.A.T.T.E.R., a research-based framework based on six elements—meaning, autonomy, trust, time, energy, and reciprocity—that, when used together, can reverse the process and restore sustainable significance, dignity, and spiritual coherence.
Praise for Passion Struck
"It's easier than ever to become complacent or stuck, but John Miles reminds us that we can lead and contribute with intention if we choose." -- Seth Godin, New York Times bestselling author of The Song of Significance
"This book will ignite a fire in your belly! If you're looking to overcome life's obstacles, embrace your passion, and cultivate a profound sense of purpose in your everyday life--there's no better teacher than John." -- Kris Carr, New York Times bestselling author, wellness activist & cancer thriver
"John R. Miles creates the ultimate guide that combines self-discovery, understanding psychology, and taking responsibility for personal growth. Passion Struck is a must-read for anyone seeking to unleash their potential and live a life filled with passion, purpose, and authenticity." -- Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is the Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There
"There are many self-help books that discuss how to find your passion. There are many fewer about living your passion - not a fixed state of being, but as an ongoing process that encourages creativity, challenge, and meaning. Passion Struck is such a original, grounded in well-researched wisdom, and thoroughly practical." -- Dr. Mark Hyman, MD, Author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, Young Forever.
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About the author
John R. Miles
7 books18 followersMillions of readers and listeners worldwide are inspired by John R. Miles' groundbreaking insights on intentional living and personal mastery.
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John R. Miles is an award-winning author and a pioneering voice in the science of mattering and human flourishing. Whether he’s writing for adults seeking purpose or children discovering their worth, John’s mission is simple: to help people realize they belong and that their light is needed.
His journey to the page began with a personal turning point. After a childhood traumatic brain injury left him with a severe speech impediment and an eyepatch, John felt invisible—until a kind teacher showed him that his voice mattered. That lesson followed him through a career as a U.S. Navy officer and Fortune 50 executive, eventually leading him to become a "Purpose Architect" for millions of readers and listeners worldwide.
John is the author of the #1 bestseller "Passion Struck," winner of over twenty international awards, and the author of "You Matter, Luma," a gentle picture book that introduces children to the power of inherent self-worth. Through his books and the Matteringverse™ ecosystem, he blends behavioral science with heartfelt storytelling to break the cycle of "un-mattering" and spark global kindness.
When he isn’t writing, John hosts the top-ranked Passion Struck podcast, where he interviews world-class healers and thinkers. He lives with a single, unifying belief: that every person has an internal ripple of impact waiting to be released.
Visit John at:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/
Twitter: https://x.com/John_RMiles
Catch John on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday on Passion Struck: https://passionstruck.com/passion-str...
Be sure to follow John on BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/john-...
John R. Miles is an award-winning author and a pioneering voice in the science of mattering and human flourishing. Whether he’s writing for adults seeking purpose or children discovering their worth, John’s mission is simple: to help people realize they belong and that their light is needed.
His journey to the page began with a personal turning point. After a childhood traumatic brain injury left him with a severe speech impediment and an eyepatch, John felt invisible—until a kind teacher showed him that his voice mattered. That lesson followed him through a career as a U.S. Navy officer and Fortune 50 executive, eventually leading him to become a "Purpose Architect" for millions of readers and listeners worldwide.
John is the author of the #1 bestseller "Passion Struck," winner of over twenty international awards, and the author of "You Matter, Luma," a gentle picture book that introduces children to the power of inherent self-worth. Through his books and the Matteringverse™ ecosystem, he blends behavioral science with heartfelt storytelling to break the cycle of "un-mattering" and spark global kindness.
When he isn’t writing, John hosts the top-ranked Passion Struck podcast, where he interviews world-class healers and thinkers. He lives with a single, unifying belief: that every person has an internal ripple of impact waiting to be released.
Visit John at:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/
Twitter: https://x.com/John_RMiles
Catch John on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday on Passion Struck: https://passionstruck.com/passion-str...
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