If you want success in life, you must achieve interdependence. We as a culture have been sold on the idea of independence. The early mountain men, then the pioneers, then technical heroes such as “Lucky” Lindbergh and John Glenn were portrayed as individuals who were brave and resourceful and successful. In truth, each of our heroes depends on others. The mountain man was ultimately dependent upon the craftsmen who made his rifle and other gear. In turn, the mountain man helped the craftsman design better gear as a result of his experience in the field. Our culture, when studied realistically, show how interdependence is always more successful than independence.