Oh my.....this is by far the most interesting thing I have read today.
Its sad that you had to deal with such a circumstance at such n early age.
This really stood out for me..
I felt I was somehow "broken" and sought the information that would enable me to "fix" myself so I could get on with my plans and worldly ambitions.
Only because it is sth most of us can relate to, most times we do really neglect ourselves in one way or another in pursuit of worldly pleasures and we end up missing what life is really about.
This article in general makes me feel alittle bit grateful for what I have, what I have accomplished and for the people that are in my life.
Indeed we are all fighting silent battles. Thank you for the reminder @rok-sivante