The Anxious Achiever / Season 5, Episode 1

Joseph Gordon-Levitt on the Anxiety of Unfulfilled Dreams

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The actor, writer, and director discusses the role mindfulness plays in his art and how he leads his team.

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October 04, 2021

Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s new Apple TV+ show, Mr. Corman, follows the story of a fifth-grade teacher struggling with anxiety, depression, and unfulfilled dreams. The actor, writer, and director says it’s one of the most personal projects in his career.

Gordon-Levitt speaks with host Morra Aarons-Mele about media and film portrayals of people with mental health issues, as well as the role mindfulness plays in how he approaches his art. He also discusses how he manages the stress of working in Hollywood and what being a good leader means to him.

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