Episode 148: The Wisdom of Morrie with Rob Schwartz
August 23, 2023
Last month, I stopped by a Barnes & Noble store and found myself face-to-face with a book: “The Wisdom of Morrie.” You might recall Mitch Albom’s heartwarming novel, “Tuesdays With Morrie.” Well, this time, the newly released book was authored by Morrie himself and edited by his son Rob Schwartz. I’m thrilled to introduce you to Rob today.
A writer, producer, and entrepreneur, Rob Schwartz’s journey has taken him from the pages of prestigious publications like Time, Newsweek, and Variety to the creative landscapes of script editing and film production. Today, he serves as a partner in the innovative virtual concert platform, Moshpit, and is a producer of the upcoming mental health benefit festival, Onetopia.
In this episode, we’ll delve into life’s profound questions, as Rob shares his journey of uncovering his father’s manuscript. We explore how its contents not only led him to confront his own grief, but also provided deeper insights into his father’s perspective on embracing joy, seeking laughter, and infusing creativity into every facet of life.
We discussed:
- The larger questions of life that magnify with age
- How Rob discovered his father’s original manuscript and its depth
- Why editing his father’s manuscript had Rob coming to terms with his grief
- Morrie’s philosophy of pursuing joy and what makes you laugh
- Why age becomes irrelevant when engaging in meaningful pursuits
- What techniques can we employ to make life more creative, joyous and vibrant
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