quantified is implying, and he's not totally wrong, that Musk gets enjoyment out of being in the spotlight, regardless the reason. Probably some truth to it, surely seems that way.
the best highest form of psychopathy has become kind of apparent: those who convince themselves they and they alone stand between salvation of this planet & oblivion/ruin.
no matter what people say or think, you can wrap the warm blanket of self-delusion around yourself & be convinced your ultimate cause is all that matters. this is near-kin to the wonderful Disco Elysium character attribute, Inland Empire. no external sources are required, you have a diverse & flourishing internal world you can always turn to supply yourself.