Honestly with Bari Weiss

Marianne Williamson on America’s ‘Dark Psychic Force’

May 31, 2022
Marianne Williamson, a bestselling self-help author and spiritual leader, dives into the concept of America’s 'dark psychic force' and its connection to loneliness, addiction, and social injustices. She discusses the need for balancing capitalism and socialism to foster community values and social justice. Williamson critiques the wellness culture's ties to capitalism, advocating for mental and spiritual health. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of morning rituals and introspection in navigating today's chaotic political landscape.
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Spiritual Sickness

  • America's spiritual sickness stems from devaluing love and righteous living.
  • These values have become peripheral, even derided, in favor of economic pursuits.
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Economic Worldview

  • Neoliberal economics has replaced ethical governance, prioritizing profit over democracy.
  • This amoral economic worldview has shattered the moral universe, leading to societal problems.
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Capitalism and Love

  • Unfettered, unregulated capitalism forces people into survival mode, hindering their pursuit of higher meaning.
  • A hybrid of capitalism and socialism, like public services, may be a better model.
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