>>84813365I think an important part of the "suffering builds character" path is how your character responds to suffering. Given the correct circumstances, it could very well work to have a mental breakdown, but those are usually best followed by a longer buildup of events and caused by 1 final straw. In less intense scenarios, it's better to use those moments to showcase that while your character is having a rough time, how they respond to them outside of self wallowing or pain is even more important. When our backs are to the wall, our true characters can shine through.
