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AI Summary
- Bruce Springsteen's unhappy childhood drove him to channel pain into obsessive work and pursuit of success, achieving professional goals while remaining emotionally unfulfilled
- He experienced severe depression upon realizing his lie—that work mattered most—when he actually craved meaningful intimate relationships but lacked the ability to maintain them
- With help from friend Jon Landau and professional therapy, Springsteen learned to confront his fears, stay present in relationships, and ultimately build a healthy lasting partnership