I never looked at it this way, but … think about it. Everyone needs THAT friend, that friend who can turn your thoughts into words, or enhance words. Just like I think everyone needs to know a plumber, electrician, mechanic, accoutant, etc … We all have our gifts.
Mine is writing; and I can be that person for you!
https://www.theodysseyonline.com/why-you-need-freelance-writer-friend