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Rebroadcast: ‘The Office’ star Rainn Wilson on how to let go of resentment and find happiness

Dec 21, 2023
Rainn Wilson, actor and author of Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution, explores spirituality and its role in finding joy, despite struggles with mental health. He discusses the pursuit of happiness in Iceland through his docuseries, 'The Geography of Bliss'. The power of gratitude is emphasized as a tool to combat resentment and rewire the brain. Wilson also highlights the significance of daily routines, spirituality, and building community to discover meaning and purpose in life.
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  • Rainn Wilson explores the importance of spirituality as a deep pursuit for purpose and connection.
  • Wilson encourages embracing spiritual virtues like love, kindness, compassion, and humility.

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Exploring spirituality and finding meaning

Rainn Wilson, known for his role as Dwight Schrute on The Office, discusses his exploration of spirituality and finding meaning in life. He shares how his upbringing in the Baha'i faith and struggles with mental health led him to seek spiritual knowledge and understanding. Wilson emphasizes the importance of spirituality in his life, not as a hobby, but as a deep pursuit for purpose and connection. He also discusses his book, 'Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution,' and his TV show, 'Rainn Wilson and the Geography of Bliss,' which explores how different cultures find peace and fulfillment.

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