[oconnor663]

On the other hand, it's normal to have heroes, and to need to have them.

[Eldt]

Heroes like Spiderman and Batman? Or strangers that put on a mask, and whose public image is maintained by PR firms?

[shimman]

This is a child mindset, people don't need heroes. They need leaders that care about them and want to better their communities; these leaders are found within your literal neighbors, friends, and family.

[philipallstar]

You could say the opposite, and I think with more effectiveness: people don't need leaders to care about them, as that's what children need. They need heroes to inspire them into leading and being good adults for themselves.

[AlexeyBelov]

> This is a child mindset, people don't need heroes

Any evidence or proof? This can be said about anything, even about your comment.

[kortilla]

Not really, that’s what leads to parasocial relationships.

Nobody is flawless and part of becoming an adult is learning to admire specific qualities rather than obsess over individuals.

[robocat]

Not really.

One dichotomy categorisation I personally look for in people is: * likes heirachy versus * dislikes heirachy.

I suspect heroes are mostly relevant if you are a heirachy lover? I also believe that heirachy lovers are more likely to believe in evil puppetmaster conspiracies (anti-heroes if you will).

It is a lot harder to find heroes if you dislike authority because your heroes are more likely to avoid heirachical status ladders?