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RE: Follow a Sheep

in Reflections6 months ago

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.

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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.