3 months ago I would have said that it left me weak and helpless. But I'm not anymore. I'm not sure how (maybe a good combination of meds, therapy, and support from my fiance), but I feel like I'm happy with my life for the first time ever. 3 months ago I had quit another job, had no money, didn't have any faith in myself, and was spiraling downward into depression. But since then, I've gotten back on meds that work, found a job I enjoy, and started therapy, all of which have worked wonders. I never thought I'd make it to where I am now.

Now, I'd answer that question like this: it's left me with the ability to deal with problems that no one I know has ever had to deal with. It's left me capable of seeing the worst, but also the best in every situation. It's left me the weakest person in the world, but also the strongest. And most importantly, it's left me able to understand myself and others in a way that lets me have empathy like I never thought I could.