That's really great that you work for someone so empathetic and understanding. I've learned from mistakes of the past to always strive to be a better person, but also understand that others are going through their own struggles daily. I wish people were quicker to respond to others with empathy than negativity. It seems society thrives of negativity and lacks understanding of others all for the sake of making one's self feel better by comparison. You are fortunate to not work for one of those people.
jesus i’m so sorry you had to go through that - i can’t imagine just how frightening that situation must’ve been for you. but your former manager sounds wonderful and i’m so glad that she treated you with empathy and kindness.