Except for my chronic depression that is now under "control", I've never felt a serious lack of hopelessness or desire to be a master of the universe. I'm much more comfortable working with others than seeking to be on the top. I have in the past enjoyed a great deal of success, that I subsequently destroyed by my drinking, yet today I am content to just do my best. When I feel overwhelmed I check my premises and usually find that I am the source of the feeling and can find a way to disperse the discomfort without the alcohol and to remedy what is in error for me. I use and build on the skills that I have, knowing that I have certain limitations that I have to accept.