Well, 'Awakenings' is indeed a true story. It recounts actual experiences and situations that took place. The characters and events have roots in reality.
It's hard to say for sure. 'The Awakenings' could be a blend of truth and imagination. Maybe it takes a real concept or incident and builds a fictional story around it.
One real awakenings story could be about a person who was in a dead - end job. They felt unfulfilled and just went through the motions every day. One day, they attended a seminar about environmental conservation by chance. It awakened their passion for making a positive impact on the planet. They quit their job and started volunteering for various environmental projects. Now they are living a much more purpose - filled life.