"Sure, I suffered a lot. But it's not like the end of the world and it's not who I am. I lead quite a pleasant life and I'm able to divorce a perceived reality from my actual experience of life"

In this quote, Ben Affleck is acknowledging that he has actually faced difficulties and challenges in his life, but he does not let them define him. He recognizes that while he might have suffered, it is not completion of the world and it does not determine his identity. He selects to concentrate on the favorable aspects of his life and has the ability to separate his understanding of reality from his real experiences. This shows a level of resilience and the capability to get rid of difficult situations. Affleck is reminding us that we have the power to form our own story and not let our struggles define us.