I would guess that the typical profile of a 'follower' is someone who is young and who feels marginalised, empty and pointless. They don't have an inner life.

Quite apart from our desire to avoid destroying the planet or economic meltdown, I offer another reason to position cooperation at the heart of our political economy: it will mean we are more likely to live sane, fruitful lives

Backing down can become a way of life.

Friend, you're HOPELESSLY hooked!

Music is my higher power

Do your own thing on your own terms and get what you came here for.

I contend that most emotional distress is best understood as a rational response to sick societies.