In Friedman’s view, we live in a chronically anxious and reactive society in which there are too few people leading our families, schools, and organizations who can serve as a nonanxious presence. He makes the case that groups work best when leaders are true to themselves and are not unduly anxious or worried—and thus do not communicate undue worry or fear to others. From Friedman’s perspective, this is as true for families as it is for religious organizations or large corporations.
