answer:Every time I declared a tough time to be the lowest point in my life, another period in my life comes along and makes the previous low seem high in comparison. I’m learning that I’m not good at making accurate assessments of life’s highs and lows in both the present moment and looking back. But to somewhat answer your question, I used to handle challenging periods in my life by engaging in some form of escape. I’m in the process now of learning how to meet challenges head-on and see them for what they really are (good and bad). Sometimes escape will work to minimize the pain. But we’re not any stronger, and we’re dependent on meeting the next one with yet another escape. More importantly, in the midst of pain and suffering can be immense beauty – something I no longer am willing to miss.