Sunday Pick: The Office’s Rainn Wilson on meaning and happiness | ReThinking with Adam Grant

Success often fails to provide the fulfillment individuals expect, a phenomenon exemplified by the "hungry ghost" state of constant craving and dissatisfaction. Rainn Wilson, known for his role as Dwight Schrute on *The Office*, reflects on his journey from a struggling theater actor to a television star, noting that fame and financial success did not resolve his existential anxieties. Instead, he turned to spiritual traditions, meditation, and therapy to navigate the mental health challenges that accompanied his career. By shifting from a mindset of relentless ambition to one of wonder and service, he advocates for a spiritual revolution that prioritizes community and connection over status. This perspective encourages individuals to view their work as a means of storytelling and positive impact rather than the sole source of identity or purpose.