advice

Never, never mistake intensity for depth.
Beware those who claim that they are one and the same,
because although they may intertwine occasionally,
they should most certainly not be melded into one in your mind.
Don't think of them as being synonymous -
it doesn't work out in your favor.

It's made me stronger,
and,
when you take a good look,
the only thing I've truly lost
is a lot of worthless pain,
and my ability to dismiss cynicism.
But nonetheless,
I'd sure like to save you the trouble.