

Rainn Wilson On Stoicism’s Role In The Spiritual Revolution
21 snips Aug 30, 2023
Rainn Wilson, best known as Dwight Schrute from *The Office*, joins the conversation as an actor, comedian, and author advocating for a spiritual revolution through his new book, *Soul Boom*. He discusses how Stoicism can help address the crises facing young men today and shares his thoughts on the Stoics' potential views on climate change. Rainn emphasizes the sacredness in creativity and nature, along with the importance of community and accountability in modern society, challenging conventional political engagement.
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Holiday's Spiritual Run
- Ryan Holiday had a spiritual experience while running.
- He discovered a cave used by indigenous people 8,000 years ago.
Interconnected Sacredness
- Rainn Wilson emphasizes the interconnectedness of all things, viewing the world as sacred.
- He advocates for merging different modalities into a holistic spiritual practice.
Awkward Spirituality
- There's awkwardness in discussing spirituality, especially for Rainn Wilson given his comedic role.
- He questions why his perspective on spirituality might seem unusual.