[ehvatum]

There is a melancholy, defeated aspect to saying someone with such notable imagination and success as Elon is motivated only by insecurity.

[vkou]

I don't know what motivates him, but his outward behaviour is that of an incredibly insecure individual, who is constantly seeking validation, and often throws a tantrum when subject to criticism.

[ClumsyPilot]

It's possible that Elon in his 20's was a better person than Elon today. People change, and not always for the better. In Particular, get drunk on power, surrounded by yes men, etc.

[marricks]

I think many deeply insecure tech bros relate to him so much because they don't realize they themselves are that same sort of insecure. Also, I never said he was only motivated by it, he is just obviously extremely insecure.