It's true that societal expectations often push us towards leadership and influence, but not everyone fits that mold. Roles as leaders or followers can be fluid and situational. In an attention-driven world, the type of influence we wield matters—whether it's meaningful impact or mere attention-seeking. The contrast between shark attacks and selfie-related deaths illustrates how attention can sometimes come with unforeseen risks.
Not everyone is able or wants to lead a group - but there are times when I think we all need to lead someone, even if it is in an acute situation like an accident. Being able to take charge when the situation calls for it, is a skill we should all develop to some degree. I have seen people breakdown and fail, when the people around them needed them to stand up.