I wouldn't be as strong if I hadn't and I got help for my bipolar because I didn't want to be like them so it served a purpose I suppose. Plus I stopped the cycle by deciding to never have kids so it all worked out in the end. I bet having to deal with your brother has given you strength and patience you never would have had otherwise.

So what do ya say we toss your brother and my mom in a room together and let them duke it out?