...is vastly different than being followed. Chasing is frantic, erratic, error prone, exhausting and often born from a position of must and even anger. Following is methodical, calculating, voluntary and born from desire. Most people would rather follow, not chase.
Reactivity leads to being chased. Missed commitments, being behind and a general last minute posture sends a strong signal we want to be chased. We don't count on people we need to chase. Eventually, tired takes over and we stop.
Are we being chased or followed? Worth considering if we care to.