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by annie_muss 630 days ago
Would you say the same thing to someone with schizophrenia to stop hearing voices? Or someone who was suicidal who took drugs for depression? Where do you draw the line?

Like it or not, to survive in the modern world you have to be able to consistently complete tasks. It's not just for the rat race. You need to be able to keep promises to friends and loved ones to maintain your relationships. Even just finding enjoyment with your hobbies needs a certain level of perseverance.