You can call me Mr. Finch - You Need a Purpose

In the Person of Interest pilot, John Reese is a man adrift—damaged, detached, and without direction. Harold Finch finds him and offers not just work, but something deeper. He tells Reese, “I don’t think you need a psychiatrist or a support group… or pills.” Reese asks, “What do I need?” Finch replies, “You need a PURPOSE. More specifically, you need a JOB.” This isn’t just about employment—it’s about identity. Men, especially those shaped by action and service, often need a mission to channel their energy and pain. Purpose gives structure to chaos, and for Reese, the job becomes survival through service.