That's a great realization! I had a similar the other week, when I felt like I could recognize myself, the feeling of being me, from way back, before psycho ex bf and the following years of drama and financial ruin. And it was good, and I realized that "this me" is still inside me. It's just other things (chaos, stress, fear, insecurity, depression, etc.) hiding it and I'm still myself. :) I'd say it's a good start to finding one's way back. *offers hugs*