Built a Cathedral on a Swamp: The Wake-Up Call That Changed Everything with John Miles

You can have the title, the income, the house, and still feel invisible.In this episode, John Miles (former Navy officer and Fortune 50 exec, host of Passion Struck) explains why achievement without meaning keeps us stuck and how to close the “mattering gap” in real life. We get into micro-choices and intentional living (his bee-and-turtle idea), why belonging beats hustle, and how to rebuild your life so it actually feels like success. We also talk about helping the next generation feel seen, John’s children’s series You Matter, Luma and his Pass the Ripple kindness project show how small acts create big change at home, in schools, and in our communities.If your life looks good on paper but something’s missing, this conversation will help you design a life that matters, to you and to the people you love.Resources mentioned:You Matter, Luma (children’s book): YouMatterLuma.comPass the Ripple (kindness challenge): PassTheRipple.comPassion Struck podcast: PassionStruck.comJohn’s essays: TheIgnitedLife.netSubscribe for more No Half Cakes Podcast episodes!