I have so much respect for this article Jessica. Living with someone with mental illness does shape who we are, whether better or for worse. As you pointed out, you get used to second guessing your emotions, which is something I feel we all have in common. I agree that people have gotten too comfortable with handing out "advice" on topics that they know nothing about. They haven't lived it first hand and they have no specialized training in that area. It's very detrimental to those suffering from mental illness and their loved ones.