I love your username, by the way. What's the story behind it?

I wish that I had more confidence. I think it's about balance. Having confidence is great, but it's important to be kind as well.

I think, in answer to your question, that the effectiveness of a major personality overhaul completely depends on the person. It depends what you've gotten out of it. Peronality overhauls can lose you friends, but it can gain you friends, too. Are you happy? If you're happy, then it worked for you.