I never saw being in hospital as a badge of honour... it was my lowest time ever and everyone I know knew about it, cos you can't really hide a long admission.
I can see it was necessary, but I never aspired or wanted to be in hospital, it was just where I needed to be then.
I can see your point about how it seems to be a bit of a competition as to how many diagnoses, sections, meds you've been on etc (although that thought makes me despair)
but - you have managed to stay out of hospital, you have a treatment team, you are actively engaging with the support you are receiving, I think that says a lot about your inner resources and really, good on you. It certainly doesn't invalidate your experiences or your suffering.
There are not just two options of either being totally fine or being hospitalised. There is an awful lot in between. :)
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