Explore the spiritual journey of comedic actor Rainn Wilson in this thought-provoking Aspen Ideas Festival talk. Discover how Wilson transitioned from his role in "The Office" to becoming an advocate for spirituality, as he discusses his new book and travel show with NBC's Jenna Bush Hager. Delve into Wilson's personal experiences, including his childhood, encounters with prayer, and pilgrimage, as he shares insights on finding God and navigating challenging times. Examine topics such as the loneliness epidemic, the geography of bliss, and dealing with polarizing faith. Gain valuable advice for those facing constant adversity and learn about Wilson's sense of mission in promoting spirituality as a tool for personal growth and societal improvement.
In Search of a 'Soul Boom' - Rainn Wilson on Spirituality and Navigating Challenging Times
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Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Introducing Rain Wilson
Why is Rain writing a book on spirituality
How did Rain find God
Rains childhood
How old was Rains
Prayer
Dad
Death
Pilgrimage
The Loneliness Epidemic
Thank You
The Geography of Bliss
When are you closest to God
What is your sense of mission
How do you deal with polarizing faith
Advice for someone who is always on the brink of disaster
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
