It's a perfect paradox. Sometimes to find yourself, you have to completely lose yourself: strip yourself bare of home comforts, temporarily sever emotional ties and stare your demons in the eye.Only when you hit rock bottom with an almighty thump can you honestly assess your strengths and frailties, and gain a deeper appreciation for the people who are important to you.In 1994, 26-year-old Cheryl Strayed decided to come to terms with the death of her mother by embarking on a 1,100-mile solo trek...
