Elon Musk Uses Children for Soft Power

Elon Musk and other powerful figures like royal families are using their children in public appearances to make themselves seem more relatable and caring.

This is called soft power, where they influence how people see them without using force.

Psychologists say that seeing a powerful person with a child makes people feel more empathetic and trusting towards them.

Musk's recent trip to Dubai with his son is an example of this.

The images of him with his child help to make him look more grounded and human, even though it doesn't change his past actions or criticisms.

This strategy is used to recalibrate public perception during times of scrutiny.