'Leg day for the soul': Rainn Wilson’s radical approach to mental resilience

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From his breakout role as Dwight Schrute on The Office to his global journeys in search of human connection, actor Rainn Wilson reflects on fame, personal growth, and mental health. In an candid conversation on The Dan Buettner Podcast, Wilson opens up about his childhood in remote Nicaragua, his long battles with severe anxiety and panic attacks, and how he learned to reframe personal suffering. He breaks down why modern society needs "leg day for the soul," offering a fresh perspective on spiritual resilience, everyday happiness, and why true fulfillment requires looking far beyond professional success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices