"Why do I keep hitting myself with a hammer? Because it feels so good when I stop."
"Grey's Anatomy" The Self-Destruct Button (TV Episode 2005) - IMDb
George suspects that Dr. Taylor, a highly-regarded anesthesiologist, is drinking while on duty, leading to a difficult ethical choice about whether to report him.
The episode is well-known for its opening and closing monologues about the human tendency to "hit the self-destruct button".
Alex treats a former schoolmate who seeks "honor" through self-mutilation, while Meredith handles a young girl who underwent an illegal surgery.
"Maybe we like the pain. Maybe we're wired that way. Because without it, I don't know, maybe we just wouldn't feel real."
Season 1, Episode 7 of Grey's Anatomy , titled is a pivotal episode where personal secrets begin to collide with professional responsibilities at Seattle Grace Hospital. Key Plot Points
Meredith and Derek’s "discreet" relationship is exposed to their colleagues after they spend the night together. Dr. Bailey eventually warns Meredith to end the affair to protect her career.