Proverbs 28:2 NKJV

[2] Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes; But by a man of understanding and knowledge, right will be prolonged.

When I was struggling with addiction, I didn't want anyone to control me. My lawless, reckless behavior fueled my "apparent" freedom to do as I pleased... which is funny because I was stuck in my own prison. My life was a rolling train wreck because I couldn't control myself. My addictions were in control of me.

Based on my own experiences, "control" is a myth. It is a false belief that we know what is right and what is best for ourselves. Nothing could be further from the truth. I had to trade the burden of self-sufficiency with obedience to God's will (against my free will). I didn't understand real freedom until I gave Jesus control of my life.