The idea that as individuals, we have a desire to be self-reliant and independent, making our own choices, shaping our own lives, achieving our own successes. However, this was not possible for him due to the insatiable cycle of working and the chances he let pass him by. therefore, Individualism is presented as an impossible concept, one where we will never feel satisfied with because it is not possible to have all our choices made by us and our entire life made by us. External factors will inevitably play a part.