eventually,

you learn to adapt,
you learn to see the good in everything, in every person.
eventually, you learn to make the best out of every experience. to make effective use of every minute.
to volunteer to do as much as you can manage. to be a leader. to be a sportsman. a representative. a musician. a friend.
eventually, you realize that you have a potential that you never before knew existed in you.
eventually, you smile more often than you've ever done before. you observe other people's strengths and weaknesses - you absorb, you learn, you remind yourself not to have the same weaknesses. you look around, you say hi to everyone. suddenly, there are people who remember your name and face, but you can't remember theirs. gradually, the roles are switching. you're making an impression.
eventually, you're comfortable. and you've found your balance.