I would offer that that you've actually done the opposite of how you feel. Going is the honorable thing. Not going would be selfish and possibly dangerous to others. To not take medication so you can be of service to the world, that is dishonorable.
Going to in-patient treatment is saving face. It's telling the world, "Hey, I'm a mess and before I drag you down with me, I'm going to get this fixed." Not going is telling them that I'm bringing you down in flames and we're all going to suffer together.
No sir, I can understand how you feel. This goes back to the concepts of manhood doesn't it? That a real man wouldn't have to go to the hospital. But it's quite the opposite.
I applaud you for going.
I applaud you for not ending your life.
Those are the things of honor and bravery and I feel you should be able to look in the mirror, puff out your chest and say to yourself, "I did it! I fought the demons and I'm still here!"
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