I think it’s more or less they’re not trying to brag but to show that a bad situation is temporary. Life is hard for everyone to some extent but don’t let that rule it man. You’re only 40 years young it’s never too late to try to better yourself or take control. Coming from a severe stutterer myself some days it gets so unbearable I want to cry but I know there is more to me as a person. Everyone struggles with something to so try not to compare yourself.