Author and speaker on meaning and connection

John Miles

John Miles is a writer and speaker who explores the psychology of mattering and the path back to meaning after experiencing a 'slow fade' from a successful but disconnected life.

Known For

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Canon

Mattering: The Fundamental Need to Feel That Your Existence Matters to Others

Novel

Close Relationships Are the Strongest Predictor of Life Satisfaction

Canon

Episodes

#The Mattering Effect: Finding Your Way Back to Meaning and Connection | John MilesOct 13, 2026