He has listened to a few dependent people and is disturbed by independent thinking people who disagree with him. He comes dangerously close to believing that the proof of his self-worth is based on whether people agree with his every opinion. It places unrealistic expectations on his family. Even Jesus had to rest. He looked for times to be alone to replenish his energy.
Superman never stops.
He takes on the world's problems, wins the world, heals the sick, fights evil, directs church programs and is an all-around good egg. But deep in the recesses of his consciousness, he knows he is human. He knows his energies are depleting rapidly. Yet he continues to drive himself until he finds himself flirting with cynicism, sarcasm, unbridled candor and a feeling of emptiness. Mark McGwire was being interviewed by ESPN about his incredible year of 70 home runs in 1998.