Great article! I was deeply believing that without role models I couldn't make it in life, but that hindered me from finding my own power.

Instead of stepping into one's footsteps, it's more advisable to use them as inspirations and leave your own ditches in the universe.

I see it with fitness: So many want to be like The Rock or Schwarzenegger. Along the journey they forget to develop their own character. The ones I know that formed their own unique character are much more successful and resilient in life.