Is it normal that is it normal changed my way of thinking and so my life?

For many years I thought the world of someone, even though everyone else thought they were a douche bag. Anyhow, I read an item on is it normal some time ago that asked if we project personalities on people that aren't really true and imagine that the deep connection we feel with them is unique.

There were a few answers but I realised that this is what I was doing and so was totally delusional about our relationship. I felt sad but never before had the message hit home so clearly.

Is it normal for this site to have such a profound effect on me?

Has anyone else ever had a 'wake up call' through IIN?